Author Colin Beavan, in research for his next book, began the No Impact Project in November 2006. A newly self-proclaimed environmentalist who could no longer avoid pointing the finger at himself, Colin leaves behind his liberal complacency for a vow to make as little environmental impact as possible for one year. Debra Berliner of the Ecology Center will lead a Q&A after the 7pm screening, and discuss ways to get involved with the Climate Change Action Project.
September 18, 7pm
Shattuck Cinemas, 2230 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley
International Coastal Clean-Up Day.
Since 1986 thousands of volunteers from around the globe have cleared over 100 million pounds of trash from 170,000 miles of shorelines, rivers, lakes, and wetlands! Join volunteers in 90 nations around the world in the largest coastal and waterway clean up of the year.
September 19, 9am - Noon
Visit the website for site location near you.
La Estrellita Cafe is hosting beer tasting dinner and jazz. Seating available for those who have not yet signed up. $25 per and $30 per two all inclusive Dinner Jazz and Beer. Limited seating so call up make your RSVP.
September 19, 7pm
La Estrellita Cafe, 446 E 12th Street, Oakland
Join an REI bike technician to learn how to repair a flat tire. All you need to bring is your bike and tools. We’ll provide the expert guidance.
September 20, 11am - Noon
REI, 1338 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley
Join us this Sunday for dancing in the aisles with some of the Bay Area's best Latin sounds. The John Santos Sextet, Rankin Scroo, Candido Oye-Oba, Dos Four y Los Mios. Free Shuttle from Fruitvale BART: 1:30 - 4:30pm.
September 20, 2 - 5pm
Joaquin Miller Park, Woodminster Amphitheater
Join Miho Aida for slides and stories of women outdoor role models she met along the way. As Miho takes you from Patagonia, to Japan, Nepal, Kenya, and Tanzania, she’ll introduce you to those who inspired her–remarkable women of all ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, and professions, including the members of the 2008 Nepalese women’s team to climb Mount Everest, abalone divers, tree planters, a sea kayaking guide, and more.
September 22, 7 - 8:30pm
REI, 1338 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley
The Bay Area is home to a wealth of sustainable business experts - many of these local 'green gurus' are also published authors! This is a your chance to meet some of these writers and browse their books, too! We'll also celebrate with the newest certified Bay Area Green Businesses in Alameda County! Visit the website to view authors and RSVP.
September 22, 5:30 - 7:30pm, book fair: 5:30-6:30, networking & food: 6:30-7:30
Hotel Shattuck Plaza in Berkeley
Join fellow Contra Costa County decision makers to discuss the next round of funding opportunities for energy efficiency and climate action projects. Topics will include small city/county EECBG grants, competitive EECBG grants, and State Energy Program (SEP) grants, all of which have due dates in the next few months. The event is FREE. Please RSVP: info@cccclimateleaders.org
September 24, 9am - Noon
Orinda Community Center, Room 9AB: 28 Orinda Way, Orinda
The Point Richmond Music summer concert series comes to a close with Lava followed by Birdlegg and the Tight Fit Blues Band, play the final concert of the season.
September 25, 5:30 - 7:45pm
Park Place Avenue at Washington Avenue, Point Richmond, CA
Join in on this weekend long event including: free classes, performances, games, food, music, movies and slide show.
October 3 & 4
The Athletic Playground, Emeryville