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SUMMARY:Montgomery County GreenFest!
DESCRIPTION:The Montgomery County GreenFest is the largest annual environmental festival in Montgomery County\, MD. GreenFest is organized by a coalition of public\, non-profit\, and university partners. \nLeap into action this 2024 and join us at GreenFest 2024 where people of all ages come together to celebrate\, learn\, and start or continue their journey to improving our community and the environment! \nFollow us on social #MCGreenFest for details on GreenFest.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/montgomery-county-greenfest/
LOCATION:BlackRock Center for the Arts\, 12901 Town Commons Drive\, Germantown\, 20874
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T190000
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SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum – Sustainable Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a student forum covering news and events open to Montgomery County high school students who are interested in environmental issues and sustainability. We’ll also be discussing how to make your holiday celebrations more sustainable and decrease waste and pollution. Added BONUS: a chance to win a free prize and learn about about our Winter Break Contest!\nREGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtce2vrTkvGtxlalJGpas4aYMrry2AIPJ-#/registration
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-sustainable-holidays/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T200000
DTSTAMP:20231002T173103Z
CREATED:20231002T173048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T173103Z
UID:10002951-1695322800-1695326400@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum – Become an Eco Advocate!
DESCRIPTION:SAPPlings (Student Advocates Protecting the Planet) is a program for high school students interested in the environment and sustainability. We host online and live events designed to help students become effective advocates and develop skills to help them protect the world around us. Open to all high school students in Montgomery County whether at public schools\, private schools or homeschooled. Our first student forum this fall will be explaining how to get involved and hearing from students about what issues they would like to focus on this school year.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-become-an-eco-advocate/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T210000
DTSTAMP:20230608T144946Z
CREATED:20230608T144946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T144946Z
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SUMMARY:OneMontgomeryGreen Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join OMG on Thursday\, June 22nd at our annual Gala with good drinks\, great eats\, local vendors\, and environmentally minded folks. Learn about the Wheaton Zone. Recognize the MCPS students and their achievements. Celebrate our accomplishments. \n5:00pm Green Fair and Happy Hour\n6:30pm Awards and Student Presentations\n7:00pm Dinner\, Networking\, Auction\, Raffle\, Music and Dancing
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/onemontgomerygreen-gala/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallen\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T180000
DTSTAMP:20230127T015314Z
CREATED:20230127T015314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T015314Z
UID:10002795-1676476800-1676484000@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Wheaton Sustainable Innovation Zone (WSIZ) Community Workshop on Tackling Food Waste
DESCRIPTION:The Wheaton Sustainable Innovation Zone (WSIZ) invites you to take part in an upcoming event\nto learn about tackling food waste in your business. The restaurant industry spends an estimated $162 billion every year in costs related to wasted food. By composting in your restaurant you can minimize the amount of food waste that reaches\nlandfills and reduce your overall operational costs. Come hear from local organizations and businesses offering commercial composting solutions and how to utilize composting to address the challenge of reducing food waste.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/wheaton-sustainable-innovation-zone-wsiz-community-workshop-on-tackling-food-waste/
LOCATION:WorkSource Montgomery\, 11510 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD 20902\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T203000
DTSTAMP:20230118T171542Z
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UID:10002604-1674759600-1674765000@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Green Advocacy 101 – Student Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Maryland’s 2023 legislative session is underway\, and we want to ensure that students are prepared to make their voices heard on the environmental and sustainability issues that matter to them! The SAPPlings are hosting an advocacy workshop for students with a panel of student leaders to introduce advocacy tips and techniques\, share strategies and answer your questions about how to speak to power. Whether you’re concerned about climate change\, biodiversity\, plastics waste or other green issues\, this information will help make you a more effective advocate.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/green-advocacy-101-student-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T190000
DTSTAMP:20221221T230807Z
CREATED:20221221T230807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T230807Z
UID:10002599-1671130800-1671130800@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum — Greening Our Schools
DESCRIPTION:All county high school students (regardless of school) are invited to join the SAPPlings (Student Advocates Protecting the Planet) this Thursday to discuss how students can take concrete steps to help make their schools more sustainable by addressing energy usage\, food waste and transportation among other issues. \nSAPPlings = Student Advocates Protecting the Planet. We’re a community-based program run by high school students and sponsored by One Montgomery Green. https://linktr.ee/MCSAPPlings
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-greening-our-schools/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T200000
DTSTAMP:20221101T190531Z
CREATED:20221101T190531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T190531Z
UID:10002785-1668106800-1668110400@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Melting Glaciers\, Rising Seas
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that if the Thwaites glacier in Antarctica melts entirely\, the world could experience a 10-foot rise in sea levels? Join us for a program with geosciences professor Dr. Richard Alley to learn how glaciers move and melt and what the loss of Thwaites will mean for coastal areas around the world\, including Maryland’s coast.\nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l_Wr-PKqS5y6h_ZXDRItwg
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/melting-glaciers-rising-seas/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/11.10.22_SAPPlingsForum_Glaciers.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T200000
DTSTAMP:20221019T210559Z
CREATED:20221019T210559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T210559Z
UID:10002776-1666897200-1666900800@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Artificial Turf Trouble at Our Schools and Playgrounds
DESCRIPTION:Many school playing fields and playgrounds around the country\, and in Montgomery County\, are using artificial turf made of materials that pose dangers to human health and environment. Learn more about the risks of high heat\, pollution and injuries on these surfaces pose and what you can do in your community. All ages welcome and encouraged to attend this SAPPlings event.\nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FDCQFMy_ReGVn2r2nmyAJQ
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/artificial-turf-trouble-at-our-schools-and-playgrounds/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/10.27.22_SAPPlingsWeb_ArtificialTurf.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T200000
DTSTAMP:20221010T220351Z
CREATED:20221010T220351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T220351Z
UID:10002771-1665687600-1665691200@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum – Sustainability in Sports
DESCRIPTION:In addition to news on local events\, activities\, SSL opportunities and internships\, this month’s student forum will focus on sports and sustainability. We’ll be discussing the importance of environmental stewardship in the world of sports\, and how students\, organizations and businesses are taking the initiative.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-sustainability-in-sports/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T200000
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UID:10002748-1663873200-1663876800@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum – Back to the Future!
DESCRIPTION:The SAPPlings will be kicking off the 2022-23 school year with a student forum chock full of news about how you can get involved with local environmental and sustainable activities\, plus plans for workshops and events ahead.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-back-to-the-future/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T170000
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UID:10002703-1656003600-1656018000@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:One Montgomery Green\, 5th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join OMG on Thursday\, June 23\, 2022\, to celebrate our 5-year “Greeniversary” at our annual gala with good drinks\, great eats\, local vendors\, and environmentally like-minded folks. It promises to be a delightful day with outdoor activities\, local vendor tents\, student scientists\, exceptional food from local eateries\, raffles\, and music under the stars.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/one-montgomery-green-5th-anniversary-gala/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallen\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T200000
DTSTAMP:20220510T224753Z
CREATED:20220510T224753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T224753Z
UID:10002494-1652382000-1652385600@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum
DESCRIPTION:Our last forum for high school students will be on Thursday\, May 12\, 7pm. Montgomery County student leaders will be sharing information on the role of oysters in the Chesapeake Bay\, leading tree conservation programs\, and sharing news on upcoming local environmental activities and internships.\nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrf-yspjwvHdZ_uMEju_I1KhDk932YEVjt
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T200000
DTSTAMP:20220302T223428Z
CREATED:20220302T223428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T223428Z
UID:10002473-1646938800-1646942400@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum - Making More Sustainable Clothing Choices
DESCRIPTION:SAPPlings monthly student forums are for high school students who live in Montgomery County\, and we cover news and events and internship opportunities related to the environment and sustainability. Our discussion this month will include using an online tool to do a survey of how sustainable our current wardrobes are\, a recap of the MCPS Youth Climate Summit\, and sharing take aways from the latest IPCC report on climate change. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sceuprzItHdauEXWa8Q3KJXFOTlZ6UwAy
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-making-more-sustainable-clothing-choices-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T170000
DTSTAMP:20220302T223340Z
CREATED:20220302T223340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T223340Z
UID:10002472-1646208000-1646240400@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum - Making More Sustainable Clothing Choices
DESCRIPTION:SAPPlings monthly student forums are for high school students who live in Montgomery County\, and we cover news and events and internship opportunities related to the environment and sustainability. Our discussion this month will include using an online tool to do a survey of how sustainable our current wardrobes are\, a recap of the MCPS Youth Climate Summit\, and sharing take aways from the latest IPCC report on climate change. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sceuprzItHdauEXWa8Q3KJXFOTlZ6UwAy
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum-making-more-sustainable-clothing-choices/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T200000
DTSTAMP:20220224T005820Z
CREATED:20220224T005345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T005820Z
UID:10002467-1645729200-1645732800@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:The Role of Forests in Climate Change: How Trees Can Tell Us if We're Winning or Losing the Battle
DESCRIPTION:Join SAPPlings for a discussion on the importance of forests as a tool to mitigate the impacts of climate change\, how we’re reforesting in Montgomery County and how you can get involved. Our guest speakers are Caroline Taylor\, Executive Director of the Montgomery Countryside Alliance\, and Kristin Taddei\, Manager of the Reforest Montgomery and Forest Mitigation Bank programs of the Montgomery County Planning Department. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_npFnAUEzR8u5FwUr2ZMLxw
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/the-role-of-forests-in-climate-change-how-trees-can-tell-us-if-were-winning-or-losing-the-battle/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/SAPPlings-Flyer-1-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T200000
DTSTAMP:20220207T221417Z
CREATED:20220207T221417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T221417Z
UID:10002641-1644519600-1644523200@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Sustainability in Schools (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Join SAPPlings for its next high school student forum and dive into a review of MCPS’s new draft Sustainability Policy. Learn how to comment on the policy and what you can do to encourage sustainability in your own school. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdeCtrjIqHtdQmI_BWE7c23GCdO9PWN6D?fbclid=IwAR2ugkJM2ntnu7aLu7ZWCSHACidqOIY2s–hIxsYCSjsZa_6AIfHgrQx26A
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sustainability-in-schools-part-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T200000
DTSTAMP:20220120T203722Z
CREATED:20220120T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T203722Z
UID:10002630-1643221800-1643227200@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG: Neighborhood Initiatives to Green Your Community
DESCRIPTION:‘Eco Evenings’: Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection and One Montgomery Green Team start the new year of Eco Evenings with special guest David Gershon. \n“Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG\,” a series of virtual town halls open to County residents to discuss relevant environmental topics that are important locally\, will kick off for 2022 on Wednesday\, Jan 26\, at 6:30 p.m. with a presentation on neighborhood initiatives featuring special guest David Gershon\, Managing Director Cool Block\, CEO Empowerment Institute. The series is sponsored by the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and One Montgomery Green (OMG). Eco Evenings convene on the last Wednesday of each month. \nEco Evenings is hosted by Wendy Howard\, Executive Director of OMG to lead discussions on timely environmental topics\, answer questions and engage with special guests. Also joining the conversation on Jan 26 will be Rezwan Razani – the Founder and Executive Director of Footprint to Wings (fp2w.org)\, a 501c3 impact organization that is launching\, coaching and tracking the race to be the first net zero carbon state. \nOMG Director Wendy Howard said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with DEP for Eco Evenings again. We look forward to a new year with new partner and innovative and timely topics from eco experts. This is a perfect fit for the type of work that OMG takes on and it is a great way to bring County residents together.” \nThe events are free to join for residents. Residents can register in advance to participate in the Jan 26 event via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkdu-qrTsvH9RuC6cRKSL0GPVxBpt7Xo4G \nAfter registering\, residents will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nFor more information and a link to the event\, go to the OMG’s Facebook Event Page at https://www.facebook.com/events/5565448930136909. \nFor more information about DEP\, go to https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dep/. \nFor more information about OMG\, go to https://onemontgomerygreen.org.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/eco-evenings-with-dep-and-omg-neighborhood-initiatives-to-green-your-community/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/EcoEvening_012622_SocialSquare.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T200000
DTSTAMP:20220112T004636Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T004636Z
UID:10002626-1642100400-1642104000@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:Sustainability in Schools
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn what schools around the country are doing to improve their sustainability and decrease their carbon footprints. Plus\, you’ll learn more about what students in MoCo are doing right here at home. We’ll be sharing examples on dealing with food waste\, introducing electric buses\, and moving schools to clean energy. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlf-upqzsqEtyRhuqGtXWEyJkNyDYiRiqz
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sustainability-in-schools/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T200000
DTSTAMP:20211213T190639Z
CREATED:20211213T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T190639Z
UID:10002424-1639681200-1639684800@mygreenmontgomery.org
SUMMARY:SAPPlings Forum for High School Students
DESCRIPTION:Are you wondering what you can do about food waste\, plastics waste and energy conservation? Do you want to help plan for a better and brighter 2022? Bring your questions\, your concerns and your passion for improving the environment to the next SAPPlings online forum. We want to hear more from you about what issues MoCo high school students want to dive into next year. Register now!
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-forum-for-high-school-students/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T200000
DTSTAMP:20211109T235943Z
CREATED:20211029T184822Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Evenings - The Holiday Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join OMG and DEP as we prepare this season to Gift Outside the Box. This will be a fun evening of entertainment\, ideas for Greener Gifting\, fun interactive games and opportunities to support some local nonprofits.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/eco-evenings-the-holiday-edition/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T200000
DTSTAMP:20211124T192951Z
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SUMMARY:The Big Picture - Major Challenges to the Earth's Health and What We Can Do About Them
DESCRIPTION:The environmental issues currently affecting Earth’s health can feel overwhelming\, but there are actions we can take to reduce some of the worst effects and to improve the planet’s natural systems. Join SAPPlings for an online webinar outlining the major environmental challenges of this century\, how they relate to one another\, what the challenges mean for us\, and what can be done. SAPPlings (Student Advocates Protecting the Planet) is a program created by high school students for high school students living in Montgomery County\, Maryland.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/the-big-picture-major-challenges-to-the-earths-health-and-what-we-can-do-about-them/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T200000
DTSTAMP:20211104T204919Z
CREATED:20211104T204918Z
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SUMMARY:SAPPlings Student Forum
DESCRIPTION:With the holidays coming up\, we invite Montgomery County high school students to join the next SAPPlings forum to discuss food choices\, food waste and sustainability. In addition to the environmental news\, upcoming activities and career resources\, let’s dig in and find out what we can do to make our holiday feasts more sustainable. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpdeusqT4jGtO4s0RCipqr29R-FT_1H67j
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-student-forum/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T200000
DTSTAMP:20211020T162841Z
CREATED:20211020T155232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T162841Z
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SUMMARY:Get Your Hands Dirty! Local Opportunities to Make a Difference in the Environment
DESCRIPTION:Montgomery County high school students are invited to learn how to get involved with local groups to make a difference in a variety of environmental programs addressing water quality\, biodiversity\, plastics and more. In this online webinar\, leaders of local organizations and the county’s Department of Environmental Protection will be sharing a little about what they do\, how high school students can volunteer or join activities and what skills students need to be effective volunteers and/or leaders. \nRegister:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jrjoEok6S5KwDyQvqooH7w \nFor more information\, email sapplings@onemontgomerygreen.org
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/get-your-hands-dirty-local-opportunities-to-make-a-difference-in-the-environment/
LOCATION:zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T200000
DTSTAMP:20211005T173343Z
CREATED:20211005T173343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T173343Z
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SUMMARY:SAPPlings Forum
DESCRIPTION:SAPPlings (Student Advocates Protecting the Planet) is a is a project created by high school students for high school students in Montgomery County\, Maryland. Its purpose is to share information about environmental issues and help students take part in meaningful activities to live more sustainably and make a difference in their schools\, their communities\, and the world at large. Students in grades 9-12 at public schools\, private schools\, or homeschooled in the County are invited to attend their first public forum where we’ll be covering news\, events\, & opportunities for students. Plus\, you’ll be able to share what you’re doing and discuss what topics you would like to see SAPPlings focus on in the future. Register Now.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/sapplings-forum/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T200000
DTSTAMP:20210615T201856Z
CREATED:20210427T161147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T201856Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG: June 30\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:DEP and OMG are hosting this Eco Evening to engage diverse communities to understand issues of concern\, particularly related to the environment and environmental health. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88495122586?pwd=NndTMDk3czBWUU1mMUErQkpVb0d0Zz09 \nVisit the DEP website. \nVisit the OMG website.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/eco-evenings-with-dep-and-omg-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210624T200000
DTSTAMP:20210617T142831Z
CREATED:20210617T142831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210617T142831Z
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SUMMARY:One Montgomery Green Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:One Montgomery Green Annual Gala: Buy tickets now to pre-order meals and adult beverages from local restaurants and beverage makers\, pick them up at Brookside Gardens on June 24\, 2021\, from 4-6 p.m.\, and head home to watch the online gala festivities at 7 p.m. Learn what you can do to help fight against climate change while listening to an array of speakers including U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin and Honest Tea co-founder Seth Goldman. Entertainment by Chris Urquiaga. Meal and raffle tickets available at www.OneMontgomeryGreen.org.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/one-montgomery-green-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallen\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T200000
DTSTAMP:20210520T143951Z
CREATED:20210427T161124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T143951Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG: May 26\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Clean Water Montgomery with a focus is on helping residents understand what it means and what it takes to help clean our waters.   \nFeatured speakers include community partners and DEP staff providing tips for what people can do at home to clean waters in Montgomery County. The Chesapeake Bay Trust (CBT) will highlight grant recipients as part of the Montgomery County Watershed Restoration and Outreach Grant Program that funds public outreach and stewardship projects\, community-based restoration water quality implementation projects\, and litter reduction projects in the Anacostia River Watershed. \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83230005065?pwd=eXhsTmhqTENkQUtIcTRDQ2I1WmN2Zz09 \nVisit the DEP website. \nVisit the OMG website.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/eco-evenings-with-dep-and-omg/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T200000
DTSTAMP:20210429T004431Z
CREATED:20210427T160810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210429T004431Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG: Earth Month
DESCRIPTION:“Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG\,” a series of virtual town halls open to County residents to discuss relevant environmental topics that are important locally\, will kick off at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday\, April 28\, with Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich making opening remarks. The new series is sponsored by the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and One Montgomery Green (OMG). \nThis series will have new discussions on the last Wednesday of each month. \nIn celebration of April as Earth Month\, the featured topics of the opening discussion will be on climate actions\, including highlights from the County’s Climate Action Plan; plans for a new “County tree;” and details about plogging\, a new County-wide\, anti-litter campaign. \nEco Evenings will be hosted by Adam Ortiz\, director of DEP\, and Wendy Howard\, executive director of OMG. They will lead discussions on timely environmental topics\, answer questions and engage with special guests. \n“Eco Evenings are a great idea from the Department of Environmental Protection and One Montgomery Green to engage our constituents through thoughtful discussions to improve our environment\,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “We are running out of time before climate change impacts become catastrophic. We must have a sense of urgency about saving and protecting our environment. \nThese virtual townhalls are a great opportunity to share new ideas and solutions to address the climate challenges we face as a County.” \n“I’m excited to begin this new collaboration with the OMG team\,” said DEP Director Ortiz. “We strive to be public leaders in the movement toward a greener future. Eco Evenings is a great way to connect with the public to discuss ideas and environmental innovations that allow us to work toward a shared goal.” \nOMG Director Howard said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with DEP for Eco Evenings. This is a perfect fit for the type of work that OMG takes on and it is a great way to bring County residents together with the eco experts.” \nThe events are free to join for residents. For more information and a link to the event\, go to the DEP Facebook Event Page at https://www.facebook.com/MyGreenMontgomery. \nOr join the Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82456777543?pwd=RWFLQnFpZm8zdXdwcHp6VlM2QjU5dz09. \nThe meeting ID is 824 5677 7543. The passcode is 171930. \nFor more information about DEP\, go to https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dep/. \nFor more information about OMG\, go to https://onemontgomerygreen.org.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/eco-evenings-with-dep-and-omg-earth-month/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, Online\, Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T200000
DTSTAMP:20201211T213606Z
CREATED:20201207T181050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T213606Z
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SUMMARY:ONE MONTGOMERY GREEN\, INC (OMG) Virtual Holiday Party 2020
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, this year’s annual holiday party will take place virtually on December 16\, 2020 at 6:00 PM. Adriana Hochberg\, Climate Change Coordinator and Assistant Administrative Office in the Office of County Executive will present the draft Montgomery County Climate Action Plan. For the past few years\, OMG has joined in support of local nonprofits during the holiday season to come together for drinks\, celebration and giving. This year\, OMG is supporting the Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce Angels for Children 2020 Toy Drive for the holiday season. Additionally\, it will give the attendees a first glance at the upcoming 2021 resiliency initiatives and activities coming to OMG. Tickets: https://omggreensdrinksholiday2020.eventbrite.com \n“We are thrilled to announce that Adriana and members of the Climate Planning Team will present the draft Climate Action Plan to build a healthy\, equitable\, and resilient community.”\n~ Wendy Howard\, Executive Director\, OMG \nThe Climate Action Plan is Montgomery County’s strategic plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 80% by 2027 and 100% by 2035. The Climate Action Plan also details the effects of a changing climate on Montgomery County and includes strategies to reduce climate-related risk to the County’s residents\, businesses\, and the built and natural environment \nOMG will also introduce its Climate Resilience Project launching in 2021 due in part from a generous donation from Pepco’s Sustainable Communities Grant Program. Pepco\, along with their program administrator\, Rock Creek Conservancy\, launched the Sustainable Communities Grant Program\, providing $125\,000 in grants annually to fund open space and environmental projects and resiliency projects across Pepco’s District of Columbia and Maryland service area. OMG was one of 10 local municipalities\, recreational authorities\, and nonprofits to receive grant funding. With this funding\, OMG has launched its Climate Resilience project to engage and educate at-risk underserved communities in Wheaton and Silver Spring on climate change vulnerabilities\, resilience\, adaptation\, and environmental justice. \nTo donate online to the Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce Angels for Children 2020 Toy Drive\, go to: https://wkchamber.org/events/toy-drive. \nAbout One Montgomery Green: \nOne Montgomery Green is a 50a (c) (3)\, nonprofit organization located in Montgomery County MD dedicated to engaging the community in education and outreach that promotes sustainable communities with a “visibly green” and healthy environmental footprint. OMG leads numerous community events including stream cleanups\, native plantings\, invasive plant removal\, paper shredding and electronic recycling events\, webinars and more.
URL:https://mygreenmontgomery.org/event/one-montgomery-green-inc-omg-virtual-holiday-party-2020-moco-climate-action-plan-montgomery-county-climate-planning-team-to-present-the-draft-climate-action-plan/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events
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