School Action Group News Sept 2016
School is just back in session! Watch for news from the school Green Team leaders as they begin to formulate their action plans for the year.
SAG will be focusing on supporting the implementation of the California Blueprint for Environmental Literacy in K-12 classrooms.
Read it HERE.
For information on exempliary programs click on:
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New Energy Efficient Streetlights!
The City of Claremont has nearly completed the replacement of 1,079 City-owned streetlights with highly efficient LED fixtures. The new fixtures use 70% less energy than the current lights, and are expected to save the City $500,000 over their 12-year life span. In addition, LED streetlights provide high-quality directional light that reduces ambient light pollution and improves night-time visibility and color recognition.
Questions? Contact the City Sustainability Division at (909) 399-5470.
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Garden Notes Sept 2016
As schools start you can learn a lot in the September Garden Notes. Find out the truth about "geraniums", the health benefits of various broccoli, and memorize Latin botanical terms! Also, be amazed by the assets of the those green beetles currently getting everywhere. As always, you can also find gardening resources in the notes.
Read it HERE.
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Community Composting on Urban Farms
At the August Sustainability Dialog The Growing Club presented information about urban composting and how we may be able to compost more of Claremont's waste at local community sites. The Board of Sustainable Claremont and City leaders have been studying and discussing the possibilities.
The Growing Club's presentation is HERE.
To participate, please contact waste_management@sustainableclaremont.org.
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City Seeking Sustainability Commission Members
The City of Claremont is seeking applicants for their Sustainability Committee. As they state, "The Sustainability Committee was established to provide broad oversight of the Sustainable City Plan by reviewing annual grade cards and making recommendations on the scope and timing of future updates to the plan."
Applications due to City Hall on 9/15/16
Available at City Hall or HERE.
Questions? Please contact the City Clerk at (909) 399-5461.
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Walk the Town Information Session
The Claremont Energy Challenge needs your help! We're going door-to-door to all Claremont homes, offering information and resources for residents to save energy and money. Get to know your neighbors, combat climate change, and help Claremont win a sustainability prize! By attending this session, you're not committing to volunteer. Free and open to all. Sponsored by the City of Claremont, CHERP, and Sustainable Claremont.
Questions? Contact Anne Bremer, CEC Program Manager
EMAIL or (909) 447-9664
Facebook page HERE.
Website HERE.
Wednesday | Sept 14 | 7pm - 8 pm
Decker Hall | Pilgrim Place
660 Avery Rd | Claremont
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Garden Club Meeting: Unusual Vegetables and Fruits!
Yvonne Savio, Retired Head of the Los Angeles County Master Gardener Program, and www.GardeningInLA.net website owner and blogger will join us to explore the many definitions of "unusual" and the different parts of individual plants that are commonly-- or not so commonly-- eaten!
Free and open to all interested in gardens of any type. Refreshments and chat at 6:30; talk begins at 7 pm.
Garden Club Facebook Page
Wednesday | Sept 14 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Napier Center | Pilgrim Place
660 Avery Rd | Claremont
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Green Drinks Claremont
Join Sustainable Claremont's monthly social, Green Drinks, a party of Green Drinks International. Welcoming of all (including kids and pets), meetup with others and talk about the environment. It is agenda-free and fun! This month Food Revolution will be on site.
Green Drinks Claremont Facebook Page
Thursday | July 21 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Claremont Craft Ales
1401 N Claremont Blvd | Claremont
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Neighborhood Coffee
Join Claremont neighbors to discuss ways to lower utility bills and help the environment. Homeowners Stephanie and Jeff will share their experience retrofitting their home through Energy Upgrade California, and Anne Bremer, Claremont Energy Challenge Program Manager, will speak to the benefits of energy efficiency and Claremont's bid for the $5 million Georgetown University Energy Prize. Refreshments will be served, and every household in attendance will receive a free LED light bulb! RSVP by September 20 for details including location.
Contact Anne Bremer through EMAIL or (909) 447-9664
Facebook page HERE.
Website HERE.
Wednesday | Sept 21 | 7pm - 8 pm
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Claremont Energy Challenge and SC Booth at Claremont Heritage Fall Festival
Visit the Claremont Energy Challenge and Sustainable Claremont booth at the Claremont Heritage Fall Festival. There will be activities, take-home items, and environmental resources, as well as music, crafts, and food for family enjoyment. This new FREE celebration will coincide with the Claremont Heritage Home Tour. Open to all.
Website HERE.
Sunday | Oct 2 | 10 am - 4 pm
Via Zurita St | Claremont
2 blocks N of Foothill Blvd, 1 block East of Indian Hill Blvd
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C Freeman Allen Dedication Ceremony and Annual Meeting
Celebrate C. Freeman Allen as Claremont City Council Member Joe Lyons and SC dedicate the Sustainability Resource Center to him. Dr. Allen is a champion of environmental health in Southern California - he has led the implementation of motor vehicle smog regulations, preservation of the Thompson Creek Spreading Grounds, and formation of SC and CHERP. The annual meeting will also feature more awards, sustainability exhibits, and reflections on Sustainable Claremont. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by Council Member Joe Lyons and Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens.
Please RSVP in one of the following ways
RSVP FORM
EMAIL
Facebook page HERE.
Monday | Oct 3 | 6:30 pm - 9 pm
Padua Hills Theater
4467 Padua Ave | Claremont
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