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Sat06Apr20199:00am - NoonFirst United Methodist Church, Pasadena
This is the annual event of the League of Women Voters and supported by California Interfaith Power & Light and others. It will feature Prof. Jess Adkins from Caltech who will speak of "Carbon Capture and Storage: Challenges and Possibilities" and Lauren Faber from Mayor Garcetti's office on "How to Keep Our Cities Cool: the LA Experience."
Doors open at 8:30am; program is from 9:00am to 12:00pm
First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall
500 East Colorado Blvd, Pasadena 91101Free, open to the public, refreshments provided
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Wed10Apr2019All DayPepperdine University
"Climate Calling" is an all-day event at Pepperdine University, featuring student reseach, an Earth Day and Arbor Day celebration and keynote address by Dr. Stephen Davis, a biologist at Pepperdine. Interfaith Power & Light Policy Coordinator Avery Davis Lamb will speak on a panel after the keynote address in the evening.
Click here for more information on events throughout the day with times and locations.
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Sat20Apr201910:00am - 4:00pmWatts Civic Center
An Earth Day extravaganza in the heart of Watts! Event will feature an EV Ride n Drive, games, face painting, and educational booths. A Diesel Idling Campaign panel will be facilitated by CIPL staff member Allis Druffel . Sponsored by the Watts Clean Air Committe, California Interfaith Power & Light, and others. Come on out!
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Thu09May201910:00am - 2:00pmL.A. Clean Tech Incubator (LACI)
Learn about LADWP progams and incentives and CIPL resources that can help lower your operating costs and increase your organization's resiliency. Located at L.A. Clean Tech Incubator, a very cool place to take a tour and see energy efficiency measures in action! This is a perfect event to get information on how to make your house of worship more energy efficient and cooler before the summer heat waves start.
Sponsored by LADWP, California Interfaith Power & Light, and Climate Resolve
9:00am - registration starts
10:00am - program starts
RSVP - email allis@interfaithpower.org.LACI is located at 525 So. Hewitt St., Los Angeles, CA 90013. An 8-block walk from Goldline Metro Little Tokyo stop.
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Sat14Sep20194:30pm - 7:30pmMt. Diablo Blvd and North Main Street, Walnut Creek
This event is in support of the youth Climate Strike and will include a parade and and Electric Caravan of EV's. Sponsored by the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County (ICAN) and several other community organizations, there are myriad ways to get involved.
Contact Jan Warren at (925) 818-6530 to join the ICAN contingent. Meet at 5:30pm, parade begins at 6:00pm.
For more information, click here.
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Sat14Sep20199:00am - 1:00pmMarkham Middle School, Watts
Come garden with us, ride an electric car, and learn about clean technologies for a sustainable Watts! Free health food and beverages; free green cleaning products; and a clown and other entertainment! Sponsored by Watts Clean Air and Energy Committee; CIPL; Sierra Club; TreePeople; and Plug in America.
This event is part of Drive Electric Week.
Markham Middle School - 1650 E. 104th St, Watts, 90002.
For more info, check out this flyer and/or call or text Allis Druffel - (310) 752-3436.
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Sun15Sep20193:00pm - 5:00pmTemple Sinai Glendale
Temple Sinai Glendale, a champion of sustainaiblity, is excited to be host a free screening of the National Geographic documentary, Paris To Pittsburgh. This documentary tells inspiring stories of the local, private sector, and community leaders across the U.S. who are continuing to take action to transition to a clean energy economy - regardless of federal inaction.
Allis Druffel of CIPL will facilitate a discussion afterwards, and temple members will talk of their efforts at sustainability.
Click here for more more information.
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Thu19Sep20196:00pm - 10:00pmThe Exploratorium, San Francisco
How has transportation evolved over time, and how does this evolution move toward generating a sustainable transportation ecology? Join us to learn more about how transit technology has advanced to respond to both current and anticipated future needs. From insight into the mechanics of self-driving cars to visions from the past of what a vehicle of the future could be, as well as personal stories from our transit systems—tonight we'll give the technologies that will drive our future mobility an approachable and humanistic voice. Click here for more info.
Liore Milgrom-Gartner, CIPL staff member, will be included on the panel. Come, learn, act!
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Fri20Sep20192:00 amDr. MLKing Plaza, Palo Alto
Organized by the the Peninsula Peace & Justice Center, this rally is designed to inspire, educate and motivate all for increased climate action and to support the Youth Climate Strike. Debbie Mytels, a supporter of CIPL, will be speaking at this rally. Address: 450 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto.
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Fri20Sep201911:00am - NoonOur Lady of Lourdes Convent, San Rafael
The Dominican Sisters of San Rafael, leaders in justice issues, present this event focused on the thirteenth U.N. Sustainable Development Goal. Join them for a one-hour program of information, prayer, song, and reflection as they add a plaque to and re-dedicate their Peace Pole - and all participants - to peace in the world.
Address: Our Lady of Lourdes Convent, 77 Locust Avenue, San Rafael
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Fri20Sep20192:45pm - 5:30pmDiridon CalTrain Station, San Jose
This rally is designed to inspire, educate and motivate all for increased climate action and to support the Youth Climate Strike. Come on out and add your voice! Address: 65 Cahill St., San Jose, 95110.
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Fri20Sep20197:30pm - 9:30pmSt. Andrew Lutheran Church, Los Angeles
Join California Interfaith Power & Light, with their partners A Call 2 Peace and the Climate Music Project, for an evening of beautiful, inspiring and captivating music that carries an environmental message. In response to our urgent climate crisis and in support of the Sep 20 Climate Strike/International Day of Climate Action, this event will transform the way we think of Nature and offer practical follow-up ways in which we can act quickly to avert the worst of climate change effects. Previous events from A Call 2 Peace and the Climate Music Project have been critically-acclaimed, so this event will be held twice. Check out the information for Sep 21 event at MCC/UCC in the Valley, North Hollywood.
St. Andrew Lutheran Church, an outstanding model of sustainability, is located at 11555 National Blvd, Los Angeles, 90064.
A goodwill donation of $20 will be accepted; however, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
For more information, contact Allis at allis@interfaithpower.org or (310) 752-3436.
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Sat21Sep20191:00pm - 3:00pmCivic Park, Walnut Creek
This event is designed for folks to learn, engage and act, while supporting youth around the globe demanding climate action. Included is a Community Climate Rally, Environmental Action Fair, and Teach-In and Join-In. A family friendly event open to all!
Check out the flyer for more details.
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Sat21Sep20192:00pm - 5:30pmCollege of Marin PE Parking Lot #12
Join us at Drive Clean Marin’s free electric vehicle and e-bike test drive event and learn more about our new EV group purchase discount program offering deep savings on select electric vehicles. We are thrilled to announce we have partnered with Cartelligent to organize the group purchase. Attendees will receive priority placement for buying/leasing vehicles through the group purchase. By attending and signing up there is no obligation whatsoever. There will be a variety of electric vehicles and e-bikes available to check out.
Driving a gas car is 50% of your carbon footprint, so switching to an electric really matters. Come learn more about the many benefits of driving electric.
For more information, click here.
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Sat21Sep20193:30pm - 5:30pmSt. Paul's Episcopal Church, Walnut Creek
Wilder than Wild is a one-hour documentary that reveals how fire suppression and climate change have exposed Western landscapes to large, high intensity wildfires. The film goes on to explore strategies that are being developed to help mitigate the impact of these fires.
The screening at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Walnut Creek is part of the Season of Creation, and a larger effort to engage communities in conversations about the future of wildfire. A discussion will follow the screening, with the film’s writer/producer Stephen Most.
Address: 1924 Trinity Ave, Walnut Creek, 94596
Click here for more information.
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Sat21Sep20197:30pm - 9:30pmMCC/UCC in the Valley, North Hollywood
Join California Interfaith Power & Light, with their partners A Call 2 Peace and the Climate Music Project, for an evening of beautiful, inspiring and captivating music that carries an environmental message. In response to our urgent climate crisis and in support of the Sep 20 Climate Strike/International Day of Climate Action, this event will transform the way we think of Nature and offer practical follow-up ways in which we can act quickly to avert the worst of climate change effects. Previous events from A Call 2 Peace and the Climate Music Project have been critically-acclaimed, so this event will be held twice. Check out the information for Sep 20 event at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Los Angeles.
MCC/UCC in the Valley, an outstanding model of sustainability, is located at 5730 Cahuenga Blvd, North Hollywood, 91601.
A goodwill donation of $20 will be accepted; however, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
For more information, contact Allis at allis@interfaithpower.org or (310) 752-3436.
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Sat21Sep20199:00am - 4:30pmSouth Berkeley Senior Center
A day that will inspire us all to "up our game" personally, and to work together locally in response to the climate crisis! Topics are meant to educate, inspire and increase action, including: social and economic impacts of the fossil fuel industry and climate change in our communities; working inter-generationally with local youth activists who will join in to share strategies and dialogue; and Elders Promote the Vote, a project encouraging the election of leaders that will act with urgency on the climate crisis.
Register here.
For more information, check out the flyer!
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Tue24Sep20197:00pm - 9:00pmPeace United Church
In this time of deepest existential crisis, where is our faith? How do we keep it together—and keep going? How do we reach all in anguish, especially youth, and how do we support their leadership? What are we called to do? Is it still in our power to make a better future—or even to have a future? Where do we find the faith to continue—or know the actions to take?
Sponsored by the Santa Cruz Climate Action Network. Location - Peace United Church, 900 High St, Santa Cruz, 95060.
This event is part of a week-long series of events by Santa Cruz Climate Action Network. Check out all the others!
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Thu17Oct20196:30pm - 8:30pmSt. Joseph Justice Center, Orange
From coastal cities to America’s heartland, Paris to Pittsburgh celebrates how Americans are demanding and developing real solutions in the face of climate change. Learn about leaders who are continuing to take action to transition to a clean energy economy - regardless of federal inaction.
The moderator and speaker for this event is Allis Druffel, CIPL staff member, who will highlight exemplary efforts from the faith community and ways in which houses of faith and individuals can strengthen their Creation-protection actions.
St. Joseph Justice Center, Mother Louis Room is located at 480 S. Batavia St., Orange, 92868
For more information, contact Yesenia at (714) 633-8121, x 7741, or yaltamirano@csjorgange.org.
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Sat19Oct20198:00am - 12:00 noonHoly Name of Mary Parish, San Dimas
All of Creation is meant to be celebrated and respected. This event will highlight talks by scientists, church leaders and community leaders, as well as booths and student projects. Allis Druffel, Southern California Director, will be one of the speakers celebrating the climate efforts of the faith community and outlining actions that folks can do to strengthen their efforts.
Holy Name of Mary Parish is located at 724 E. Bonita Avenue, San Dimas (at San Dimas Canyon Rd.)
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Sat26Oct20199am - 3pmGood Samaritan United Methodist Church
ECR District UMW Annual Celebration
"The Power of Bold: Rescuing Our Earth"
October 26, 2019
Good Samaritan United Methodist ChurchCome celebrate a year of mission and ministry with El Camino Real District UMW! Greet friends from across the District, and make new friends! Make beautiful music together, worship God, celebrate United Methodist Women!
Our keynote speaker is Susan Stephenson, Executive Director of The Regeneration Project and California Interfaith Power and Light. She is an experienced advocate for environmental and other public interest organizations.
In addition to gathering in celebration of the year, there will a panel discussion and workshop related to responding to an earth in climate crisis. The panel will include:
- Susan Stephenson, our keynote speaker
- Betty Spencer Dickey, Western Jurisdiction Guide with National UMW Environmental Justice Department.
- Jenny Green, from Mothers Out Front South Bay, Mobilizing for a Livable Climate
Get more information on the Annual Celebration web page.
Registration is $12, including lunch.
Online registration is available!Please register by October 19, 2019.
Note that for a couple of weeks, online registration was unavailable. The problem has been resolved. Thanks for your patience!