Looking for fun activities for your kids? Or how about a new wildlife documentary film screening? Or maybe, a workshop on gardening or bike repair? Our calendar features upcoming community events for those who enjoy a mix of outdoors, activism, creativity, and learning. All event submissions are reviewed for relevancy and accuracy and are posted within 24-48 hours Monday-Friday.
On the 1st Wednesday of the every month join EVADC for our on-line Ask An EV Owner event. Are you shopping for an EV? Do you have questions about your new EV? Or are you just curious about EVs? If you can answer yes to any of these questions then this event is for you. Time: 7:30PM to 8:30PM Click on
There’s no better time to join the environmental field, especially here in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Whether you’re interested in science, project management, policy, communications, or something else, there are numerous organizations looking for passionate and talented professionals. Join us for a webinar about the different career programs available for college students or recent graduates,
Let's celebrate Pride! The Chesapeake Bay Program is hosting a panel discussion with outdoor enthusiasts working to make the Chesapeake a more inclusive place for all. Joe Toolan of the
Nature has been shown to help people destress and improve their mental health, and in the Chesapeake Bay region, there are tons of ways to get outdoors. Join the Chesapeake Bay Program’s Diversity Workgroup for a lunch-time webinar about the healing powers of nature. Listen to three experts discuss the impact of time outdoors and
Make your garden the place to be(e)! Alice Sturm, the Garden Manager for the Audubon Naturalist Society, will talk about garden design that works for you and our all-important pollinators. Her talk will also cover how to assess existing habitat in your yard or garden and how to incorporate ecological principles to maximize those habitats
Make your garden the place to be(e)! Alice Sturm, the Garden Manager for the Audubon Naturalist Society, will talk about garden design that works for you and our all-important pollinators. Her talk will also cover how to assess existing habitat in your yard or garden and how to incorporate ecological principles to maximize those habitats
Join us to talk with Latinx colleagues, activists, and experts. We’ll tackle climate change, environmental justice, immigration, indigeneity, outreach, journalism, career development, advocacy, and more. You’ll enjoy workshops, networking sessions, panels, film screening, music and dance. We look forward to gathering to re-connect, re-envision, re-commit, and re-vitalize our joy and hope for the future, juntos.
What’s the cheapest form of energy? It’s the energy we don’t use! During this presentation, we will discuss the two main ways to keep money in your pocket. We will cover the difference between conservation and efficiency and the benefits of using less energy, plus some of the most efficient ways to do it. You’ll
Never write a check to your utility company again! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to set up an online account with your utility company and explore its many advantages, including automatic bill pay and paying with a credit card or from your bank account. You’ll also learn how to better understand your bill
Overwhelmed by the options of lightbulbs available? This lecture reviews common lighting terminology like watts and lumens and explains the differences between the many types of bulbs currently on the market. You’ll learn which bulb offers the most in terms of energy efficiency that can help lower your utility bill. Additionally, we’ll explore the benefits
Curious about which household appliances use the most energy and what you can do to reduce your energy use? In this lecture, you’ll learn about the top energy users in the home and what you can do to spend less money on energy. We’ll discuss kill-a-watt meters, which tell you how much energy a device
Come learn about some exciting opportunities with the Office of Water at the Environmental Protection Agency. Career fair participants will have the opportunity to learn tips on how to navigate USAJobs and creating a federal resume. Additionally, there will be career breakout sessions that will offer participants a glimpse into the vastly different work performed
¿Quiere que su hogar sea lo más energéticamente eficiente posible? ¿No está seguro de cuál es la diferencia entre una casa “verde” y una casa “inteligente”? Durante esta presentación, aprenderá qué hace que una casa sea “verde” y cómo la tecnología inteligente puede ayudar a que su hogar sea más eficiente en términos de energía.
¿Sabía que, como residente de Maryland, tiene la opción de elegir quién suministra su electricidad? Maryland es un estado de elección de energía donde los clientes pueden elegir sus proveedores de electricidad y gas natural. Durante esta presentación, hablaremos sobre la elección de energía y ofreceremos consejos para identificar estafas de servicios públicos. También discutiremos
Looking for ways to lower your utility bill and keep money in your pocket? Montgomery Energy Connection can help! This lecture will introduce the new County website, www.MontgomeryEnergyConnection.org. It brings together trusted information and helpful solutions for managing and lowering your energy usage and costs. You’ll learn how to use the site for finding energy-saving
Want to make your home as energy efficient as possible? Not sure what the difference is between a “green” home and a “smart” home? During this presentation you will learn about what makes a home “green” and how smart technology can help make your home more energy efficient. We’ll also discuss steps you can take
Curious about which household appliances use the most energy and what you can do to reduce your energy use? In this lecture, you’ll learn about the top energy users in the home and what you can do to spend less money on energy. We’ll discuss kill-a-watt meters, which tell you how much energy a device
Drafty doors and leaky windows can really affect your energy usage…and your bill! The US Department of Energy estimates that an average of $200-$400 per year goes to waste as a result of energy leaks. That’s where the FLIR Thermal Imaging Camera comes in. Come to this hands-on, interactive workshop to learn how to use
Never write a check to your utility company again! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to set up an online account with your utility company and explore its many advantages, including automatic bill pay and paying with a credit card or from your bank account. You’ll also learn how to better understand your bill
What’s the cheapest form of energy? It’s the energy we don’t use! During this presentation, we will discuss the two main ways to keep money in your pocket. We will cover the difference between conservation and efficiency and the benefits of using less energy, plus some of the most efficient ways to do it. You’ll