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January 1, 2010 - Happy New Year!
Welcome to 2010! Whether you are sleeping in late, taking the day off, or working hard - this is a great time to make plans for the coming year. What changes will we see? How will you adapt to them? How will you drive the outcome? APPLE is still going strong, ready to help you answer those questions. We've got some changes for the new year, and some events coming up very soon at the Center:
APPLE's 2010 Public Events
In 2009, we had the Sustainability Series at the Unitarian Chapel in Grass Valley. In 2008 and 2007, we had a successful Town Hall Meeting series at the same location.
Now in 2010, we are downsizing and reshaping our public events:
For the months when the APPLE Center is opening a new exhibit (every other month, starting now in January), we plan to have a speaker at the Center during the exhibit opening.
On the alternating months (starting in February), we will be showing a film at the Center based on the exhibit theme; we hope to have a potluck again at least once or twice during the year.
While the APPLE Center is not as large as the Unitarian Chapel, we're looking forward to the exciting opportunities for conversation and networking that will come from being at our new home!
Community Job Forum
Monday, January 4, 2010 - 6:30pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
W.H.E.E.L. is hosting a job forum in response to President Obama’s request for local participation in targeting job growth following the Washington DC Summit.
W.H.E.E.L. is a grass roots, needs-based, job creation non-profit public benefit organization doing both research and job creation activities.
Share your experiences, ideas, concerns and hopes. We encourage your participation and contributions as valuable community resources working together to bring sustainable needs-based jobs, & building partnerships with other local organizations.
Please RSVP wheelworks at gmail dot com - REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED
Neighborhood Readiness Project - Food Storage Demonstration
Repeats every week through Sun Jan 10 2010.
Sunday, January 3, 2010 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
A local group is organizing the Neighborhood Readiness Project, an effort to encourage individuals to store some of their own food, in case of any type of supply interruption.
A demonstration of food-storage techniques will be offered at the APPLE Center in Nevada City. Participants who bring their staple foods will be assisted with bagging and, for a nominal donation, Nitrogen tanks and food-grade plastic tubing will be made available for community use. If participants would like to facilitate double-bagging, they are welcome to bring their grains or beans in 1-gallon ziplock bags. If requests for bagging exceeds our time, the equipment will be made available by appointment for anyone who would like to store foods in this way.
For more information, visit http://www.neighborrp.org/assistance.html
APPLE Public Event - Water Exhibit Opening at the Center
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
Suggested $3 - $5 donation.
Note: these exhibit openings will be taking the place of the 2009 Sustainability Series events at the Unitarian Chapel. Alternating months will be movie nights at the Center. Stay tuned!
Join us to celebrate and learn about our precious resource: WATER.
The APPLE Center's latest exhibit shows where our water comes from, where it goes, and what we need to know about it. Guest speaker, Jason Rainey, Executive Director of the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) will present the introduction to this exhibit which shows through February at the APPLE Center.
Peak Ol Task Force Meeting
Monday, January 11, 2010 - 6:00pm
Nevada City Hall, Council Chambers - 317 Broad St., Nevada City
The Nevada City Energy Solutions Task Force, organized by APPLE and endorsed by Nevada City Resolution 2008-58, is on the home stretch. This month's meeting to discuss Home and Building Energy will likely be the last topic-based meeting of the task force. Expect a draft report in April or May, with the final report soon after.
The meetings are open to the public, and your input is encouraged. Please limit discussion to options that Nevada City could pursue.
To read more about the task force, and to find about what topics have already been covered, go to the Projects tab at APPLE's web page.
The Idea Farm
Do you have a sustainability project idea?
Would you like to find out if anything is already happening locally that's related to your idea?
Would you like to get the APPLE Board's opinions on the best way to help your idea become reality?
There are some new online features at the APPLE web page (www.apple-nc.org) to get your ideas in to the hopper. Look for the Idea Farm on the main web page and plant your idea now; or, If you have an event or project that is already taking shape, you can fill out our Application for Support or Endorsement.
December 18, 2009 - Kids Make Gifts / 2010 Public Events / The Idea Farm
The Holidays are here, and 2009 is winding to a close. APPLE has brought you a lot of big changes this year: topping the list is the brand new APPLE Center for Sustainable Living, which opened just a few short months ago. If you haven't stopped in yet, make a point to take a look at the displays, the library, the retail selection, and more.
2010 will bring changes too - first and foremost, we are changing the format and location of our public events. The 2009 Sustainability Series at the Unitarian Chapel was a big success, and this year's public events have a lot to offer too - so read on - and, Happy Holidays from all of us at APPLE!
Kids Make Gifts
This Saturday, December 19, 2009 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
Two sessions for kids to make holiday gifts for their friends and family while parents shop downtown Nevada City. 10am-noon for 4-7 yr olds and 2-4pm for 7-10 yr olds. $10 materials fee.
APPLE Public Event - Water Exhibit Opening at the Center
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
Suggested $3 - $5 donation.
Note: these exhibit openings will be taking the place of the 2009 Sustainability Series events at the Unitarian Chapel. Alternating months will be movie nights at the Center. Stay tuned!
Join us to celebrate and learn about our precious resource: WATER.
The APPLE Center's latest exhibit shows where our water comes from, where it goes, and what we need to know about it. Guest speaker, Jason Rainey, Executive Director of the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) will present the introduction to this exhibit which shows through February at the APPLE Center.
The Idea Farm
Do you have a sustainability project idea?
Would you like to find out if anything is already happening locally that's related to your idea?
Would you like to get the APPLE Board's opinions on the best way to help your idea become reality?
There are some new online features at the APPLE web page (www.apple-nc.org) to get your ideas in to the hopper. Look for the Idea Farm on the main web page and plant your idea now; or, If you have an event or project that is already taking shape, you can fill out our Application for Support or Endorsement.
December 1, 2009 - Holiday Potluck / Think Local First Challenge / APPLE Center Update
APPLE / UUCM Holiday Potluck
Wednesday, December 2, 2009 - 6:00pm
Unitarian Chapel - 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley [Map]
APPLE and UUCM will co-host our annual December Holiday Potluck to gather together many of the local folks whose innovative ideas, extraordinary commitment, and hard work have strengthened our community in 2009.
The evening will begin with a delicious potluck. Please bring casseroles, finger foods, desserts, beverages (wine and beer okay), and your own plates and utensils. Local foods are encouraged. We’ll provide hot apple cider, cups, and back-up paper plates and bowls. Invite your friends and family.
APPLE will be changing the times and locations of its public outreach events in 2010, so stay tuned!
Looking for the Perfect Gift? Donate to APPLE!
Got a case of 'Too Much Stuff' this Holiday Season? Are you worried that your friends and relatives might end up with the same? Consider giving a gift that is a real investment in a bright local future! You can make a tax-deductible donation any time - or as a Holiday Gift!
If you believe in the work that APPLE is doing - in these newsletters, and online at www.apple-nc.org/projects - then keep us in mind during your holiday giving. Click the image above to make a quick and easy donation from your credit card using paypal, or send a check. Either way, let us know if you've got special instructions for your donation. Thank you for all of your great community support!
Take the Think Local First 20/20/20 Challenge
Most of us spend 20 bucks a week to eat, shop, play, and just plain live. Think Local First 20/20/20 is challenging us to spend it mindfully … and help us generate new measures for community economy.
SIGN THE ONLINE PLEDGE. Spend $20 each week – of your usual budget – at local unique businesses for the next 20 weeks. Challenge 20 friends to do the same. The more people who participate in the challenge, the more we invest to keep the Nevada County Foothills a great place to live.
For all of the details, and a list of participating locally owned businesses, visit www.localfirstsierra.org/202020
News from the APPLE Center for Sustainable Living
412 Commercial Street in downtown Nevada City [Map It]
The APPLE Center is hosting a Sustainable Holidays exhibit through the beginning of January, as well as hosting some fabulous events. The center itself is a great example of sustainable building.
Come visit and learn how to lessen your impact on the environment while tapping into great community resources and deeply relaxing in the Decompression Lounge (don't we all need that for the holidays?!). Fun for the whole family. It's open Wednesday - Sunday, 11am-5pm.
More details on the exhibit and events below. Join us on A.P.P.L.E.'s Facebook page and make sure to follow us on Twitter (we're just getting started here!).
Keep the Sierra Green Informational Presentation
Thu, December 10, 11:30am – 1:00pm
Pre-registration is required for this free presentation on the Keep the Sierra Green (KSG) Business Recognition Program. Get you business recognized for the environmental practices you do! Presentation by Lynne Cody, Nevada County Recycles. Bring your own lunch. Drinks will be provided. Cost: FREE Register by email: Info@APPLECenter.org
Simplify the Holidays & Create a Healthy New Year
Thu, December 10, 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Keep ample good cheer this holiday season by simplifying. We'll cover Planning strategies, Doing-tips, and how to stay within the richness of your personal Home Base. Then, start the new year out strong! We'll help you set up a foundation of health in 8 key areas.
Project Simplify's Shawn Tuttle & Wellness Coach Vanessa Smith co-present this workshop.
Gift Making workshop
Sat, December 12, 10am – 12pm
Learn to make your own candles, jewelry, and botanical gifts for your loved ones this year from local artisans. $20 material fee.
Abundance Swap
Sat, December 12, 2pm – 4pm
Bring your unused gifts, get new ones - trading is soooo sustainable! It's fun!
Kids make Gifts
Saturday, Dec 19, 2009
Two sessions for kids to make holiday gifts for their friends and family while parents shop downtown Nevada City. 10am-noon for 4-7 yr olds and 2-4pm for 7-10 yr olds. $10 materials fee.
Decompression Lounge at the APPLE Center
Wed, December 2, 9, 16, 5pm – 8pm
Sun, December 6, 13
Come decompress in our lounge of peace, relaxation, and rejuvenation at the APPLE Center. Hot tea and cider, snacks, massages, essential oils and more. During each of the 5 Victorian Christmas events this holiday season.
November 21, 2009 - Holiday Potluck Time / Think Local Challenge / APPLE Center Events / Big Energy News
Hello APPLErs, and welcome to the rainy season! Holiday events are getting closer, and APPLE is ready to offer you a warm place to get together. Make sure to take a look at the big Energy News at the bottom - international, national, state, and local headlines are all coming toghether in a very 'energizing' mix:
APPLE / UUCM Holiday Potluck
Wednesday, December 2, 2009 - 6:00pm
Unitarian Chapel - 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley [Map]
APPLE and UUCM will co-host our annual December Holiday Potluck to gather together many of the local folks whose innovative ideas, extraordinary commitment, and hard work have strengthened our community in 2009.
The evening will begin with a delicious potluck. Please bring casseroles, finger foods, desserts, beverages (wine and beer okay), and your own plates and utensils. Local foods are encouraged. We’ll provide hot apple cider, cups, and back-up paper plates and bowls. Invite your friends and family.
APPLE will be changing the times and locations of its public outreach events in 2010, so stay tuned!
Take the Think Local First 20/20/20 Challenge
Most of us spend 20 bucks a week to eat, shop, play, and just plain live. Think Local First 20/20/20 is challenging us to spend it mindfully … and help us generate new measures for community economy.
SIGN THE ONLINE PLEDGE. Spend $20 each week – of your usual budget – at local unique businesses for the next 20 weeks. Challenge 20 friends to do the same. The more people who participate in the challenge, the more we invest to keep the Nevada County Foothills a great place to live.
For all of the details, and a list of participating locally owned businesses, visit www.localfirstsierra.org/202020
News from the APPLE Center for Sustainable Living
412 Commercial Street in downtown Nevada City [Map It]
Thanks to the 17 people who completed the APPLE Center volunteer orientation last Saturday! Stay tuned for the next orientation in January.
What's new? If you haven't been by in the last few weeks, come see the Center's latest exhibit: “Celebrating the Holidays - New Traditions for Sustainable Living” We've also added retail - stop by for gift ideas this Holiday Season!
Upcoming Events at the Center
- Seeds of Sustainability Film Premier
Sun, November 22, 6pm – 7pm
Film debut of Seeds of Sustainability - The Marche Sprouting Method and Living Oils educational DVD. In this 40 minute film you will learn a new method of sprouting that does not require daily rinsing, and can be used to produce massive amounts of fresh vegetables in just 48 hours. After party and celebration at The Fix, raw food restaurant one block away. Suggested $5 donation to the A.P.P.L.E. Center.
- December Holiday events - Decompression Lounge during Victorian Christmas celebrations; Simplify the Holidays workshop; Gift Making workshop; Abundance Swap, and more! Visit applecenter.org to see all the events, and sign up now!
Looking for the Perfect Gift? Donate to APPLE!
Got a case of 'Too Much Stuff' this Holiday Season? Are you worried that your friends and relatives might end up with the same? Consider giving a gift that is a real investment in a bright local future! You can make a tax-deductible donation any time - or as a Holiday Gift!
If you believe in the work that APPLE is doing - in these newsletters, and online at www.apple-nc.org/projects - then keep us in mind during your holiday giving. Click the image above to make a quick and easy donation from your credit card using paypal, or send a check. Either way, let us know if you've got special instructions for your donation. Thank you for all of your great community support!
Big Energy News
Nevada City - plans for a 1MW solar farm project at the old Nevada City airport site are progressing. Last week at City Council, initial assessment by Chevron was announced, and local solar installers were there to make a very promising pitch to keep the work local. Stay tuned for more details in the near future!
California - recent renewables laws, including SB32 (Feed-In Tariff boost), AB920 (requiring utilities to buy excess generation from businesses and homeowners), and more press for last year's AB811 (allowing efficiency and renewables investments to be paid back as part of property tax), have given a real boost of 'Energy' to local interests. Ideas are being worked on right now to capitalize on all of these incentives and funding mechanisms locally - with the overall goal of reducing our energy dependence!
(For the MUCH bigger list of incentives, go to the Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy)
National - The US Department of Energy and the Housing and Urban Development administration have announced plans to reproduce California's AB811 on a national scale, under the title 'PACE - Property-Assessed Clean Energy'. See the video here and take a look at the plan's website at www.pacenow.org.
International - News in the last few weeks has been dominated by the whistleblowers at the International Energy Agency - claiming that future oil reserves have been purposely overstated, and supply crunch concerns have been purposely downplayed for a long time, specifically due to pressure from the United States. See the UK Guardian article that started it all here.
November 3, 2009 - Health and Peak Oil Wrap-up / APPLE Center Events / Slow Food / EcoKids
Hello again APPLErs - It's been a great week of Indian Summer, but the cold is just around the corner. Join us in the coming weeks for some warm ideas as the Holiday Season kicks in to gear.
APPLE / UUCM Sustainability Series - Maintaining Your Health in an Energy-Uncertain Future - Part 3
This Wednesday, November 4, 2009 - 7:00pm
Unitarian Chapel - 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley
Part 3: Herbal Medicine — East Meets West
Suggested donation: $3 - $5
This presentation is the last in our series connecting the topics of Health Care and Peak Oil. Will the current health care reform discussions make our health less dependent on cheap abundant fossil fuels? If you've got your doubts, then join us to see what you can do!
Two practitioners of herbal medicine, one schooled in the Western tradition and one in the Eastern tradition practiced over many millennia in China, will talk about the similarities and differences between these two forms of ancient wisdom and what they offer us today. A Sacramento homeopathist will tell us how to use homeopathic remedies for minor ailments.
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Western Herbs: From the Kitchen to the Medicine Chest — Kathi Keville, nationally-known herbalist and author of 11 books, Director of the American Herb Association
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Utilizing Chinese Herbs to Enhance Your Health and Well Being – Carrie Ann Smith, Licensed Acupuncturist and practitioner of Chinese Herbal Medicine
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Using Homeopathy to Sustain Your Health — Maureen Shepard, CCH, Nevada County Association for Homeopathic Education
APPLE Center Events - A Sampling
Once again, the full schedule of events at the APPLE Center won't fit on this email - so go check out the Center's Calendar for the full scoop. A few highlights:
See Jane Do Soiree
Thursday November 5, 6pm - 9pm
Join See Jane Do and Sierra Green Guide for an evening celebrating women, sustainability, the planet, and community. Special guests from several non-profits to speak on their work.
Exhibit Opening and Open House: Celebrating the Holidays - New Traditions for Sustainable Living
Saturday November 7, 11am – 6pm
This all day event kicks off the second exhibit at the APPLE Center, "Exhibit Opening: Celebrating the holidays, New traditions for sustainable living". This exhibit will include holiday meal planning, honey tasting, alternative gift-giving, travel statistics, a decompression lounge and wreath-making. APPLE Center holiday hours will be 11am - 6pm. From 4 to 6pm, join us for the Bliss Hour Icecream tasting.
Holiday Meal Planning Workship
Thursday November 12, 7:30pm-9pm
Local chefs present delicious holiday recipes for local, vegan, gluten-free and raw meals. Class cost: $20. Please RSVP.
APPLE Center Volunteer Training
Saturday November 14, 3pm - 5pm
If you missed the first training, or if you're just starting up: Learn the background of APPLE, how to plug in to volunteer and get the full tour of the APPLE Center. Sign up by emailing or calling to register please.
EcoKids This Weekend!
Sunday, November 8, noon - 4pm
The Imaginarium - Nevada City Hwy at Gold Flat Rd
Join the Sierra Nevada Deep Ecology Institute (SNDEI) for a wonderful line up of entertainment and activities for kids - not to mention the raffle items, the food booth, the nature sculpture, all the animals etc. Bring the kids and come on down. Check out the Union Sunday Express for a great story on the event.
For more details, visit www.sndei.org
Slow Food Supper Club
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 - 6:30–8 pm
Sierra Nevada Home Care conference room
1020 McCourtney Road, Suite A, Grass Valley
(in Brighton Greens business park near Fairgrounds)
Shan Kendall: “When Slow Food Meets Fast Food”
Slow Food Nevada County’s Supper Club is held to celebrate good food, maintain cultural and regional diversity, and support healthy sustenance. Bring light fare to share.
Please bring your own place setting/eating ware to reduce waste. Oops, forgot? Rent a set for $3.
Questions? Call Anna at 273-4252 or visit ncslowfood@gmail.com
October 22, 2009 - Great Renewables News / Sustainability Series / APPLE Center Events
Breaking News: CA Utilities Will Buy Your Excess Renewable Electricity; Feed-in Tariff Gets a Boost!
SB32, AB920, and more - details on recently adopted Renewables legislation and how we can make the most of it!
The Renewables news, especially in California, has been fast and furious in the past few weeks. From DSIRE (Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency):
The California feed-in tariff was amended by legislation on October 11, 2009 [SB32]. The new law takes effect January 1, 2010, but the amendments will not be incorporated into the actual program until the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) develops regulations to implement the program changes.
The California feed-in tariff allows eligible customer-generators to enter into 10-, 15- or 20-year standard contracts with their utilities to sell the electricity produced by small renewable energy systems -- up to 3 megawatts (MW) -- at time-differentiated market-based prices. >> Read More
Also, AB920 was passed, requiring utilites to pay for excess generation, starting no later than January 1, 2011. Click Here to read a more detailed summary of SB32 and AB920.
First things first: keep in mind that improving your efficiency and reducing your consumption first, and going with renewables second, is the only way to maximize your benefit!
In the coming weeks and months, APPLE will be working with local renewable energy providers, local governments, and citizens like you to help Nevada County and its residents capitalize on this landmark development. Are you curious? Would you like to get involved? Email or call us today!
NC Farmers Market Harvest Hoe-Down This Weekend!
Saturday October 24, 5pm
Alpha Building (formerly Broad Street Furnishings), Broad Street in Nevada City
In the spirit of community gathering, market organizers have planned an end-of-the-season party for this Saturday evening. NCFMA member-farmers are planning to cook 60 gallons of meat and vegetarian soups to be served with fresh bread donated by Fulcrum Farm, Flour Garden Bakery and SummerThymes Deli.
Organizers are asking everyone to bring your own bowl and spoon, as this will be a zero waste event. If you forget, rentals will be available for $1. Local favorite, Ragged But Right, will be playing music with contra dancing after dinner. Tickets are $7 at the door and beer and wine will be for sale as well as fresh ginger ale and lemonade.
The most exciting moment of the evening for someone will be winning the top raffle prize, a weekend at a Tahoe cabin, donated by FoodWineArt Magazine. Five additional prizes will be awarded including a large basket of winter produce and a $100 gift certificate to Peaceful Valley Farm and Garden Supply. We'll see you there!
APPLE / UUCM Sustainability Series: Maintaining Your Health in an Energy-Uncertain Future
Part 3: Herbal Medicine — East Meets West
Wednesday, November 4, 7pm
Unitarian Chapel, 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley
Suggested donation $3 - $5
Two practitioners of herbal medicine, one schooled in the Western tradition and one in the Eastern tradition practiced over many millennia in China, will talk about the similarities and differences between these two forms of ancient wisdom and what they offer us today. A Sacramento homeopathist will tell us how to use homeopathic remedies for minor ailments.
- Western Herbs: From the Kitchen to the Medicine Chest — Kathi Keville, herbalist and author of 11 books, Director of the American Herb Association
- Utilizing Chinese Herbs to Enhance Your Health and Well Being – Carrie Ann Smith, Licensed Acupuncturist and practitioner of Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Using Homeopathy to Sustain Your Health — Maureen Shepard, CCH, Nevada County Association for Homeopathic Education
APPLE Center Events Schedule Heats Up!
It's only been a month (and two days) since the APPLE Center for Sustainable Living opened at 412 Commercial Street in downtown Nevada City - and already we're having to pick and choose just a few highlights from their very full calendar to show here!
To see more, go directly to the Center's Calendar - since it's published as a Google Calendar, you can add the Center's events to your own!
APPLE Center final Construction Workday
Sunday November 1st, 9am-1pm
Help finish the clay walls, hand doors, varnish and hang trims, etc. There's also more work in the attic to finish before we can insulate. So, come on by to learn about our building's new energy efficiency features and help us finish the space! Construction experience not necessary.
More info: email Mali@APPLECenter.org or call 913-7820 or stop in the Center.
See Jane Do Soiree
Thursday November 5, 6pm - 9pm
Join See Jane Do and Sierra Green Guide for an evening celebrating women, sustainability, the planet, and community. Special guests from several non-profits to speak on their work.
Exhibit Opening and Open House: Celebrating the Holidays - New Traditions for Sustainable Living
Saturday November 7, 11am – 6pm
This all day event kicks off the second exhibit at the APPLE Center, "Exhibit Opening: Celebrating the holidays, New traditions for sustainable living". This exhibit will include holiday meal planning, honey tasting, alternative gift-giving, travel statistics, a decompression lounge and wreath-making. APPLE Center holiday hours will be 11am - 6pm. From 4 to 6pm, join us for the Bliss Hour Icecream tasting.
APPLE Center Volunteer Training
Saturday November 14, 3pm - 5pm
If you missed the first training, or if you're just starting up: Learn the background of APPLE, how to plug in to volunteer and get the full tour of the APPLE Center. Sign up by emailing or calling to register please.
350.org Photo Shoot - This Weekend in Grass Valley
Sunday October 25 at High Noon
Unitarian Chapel, 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley
'350' is the parts per million that scientists have agreed is the safe limit of carbon dioxide that Earth's atmosphere can safely accommodate. The current level is approximately 385 parts per million.
This weekend, millions of people are participating in events all around the world. Documentation of activities and numbers of people involved will be sent to the 350 organization, led by Bill McKibben and many other international leaders, who will use it to put pressure on policy makers. World leaders will be shown just how wide spread is the public support for limiting of human generated green house gases.
The Unitarian Community is asking as many people as possible to support this effort by joining in the photo shoot.
You are also encouraged to bring signs, banners, and other visual representations of the number "350". Spread the word! If you have any questions don't hesitate to email or call me at 575-1268.
Grass Valley Green Drinks
Diego's, in the back room - 217 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley
Tuesday, October 27, 6:30pm
Green Drinks is a casual monthly “happy hour” that brings together a collection of green-oriented people from the business sector, self-employed, government, and nonprofit organizations to build our burgeoning green economy. There is no politics and no preaching. Green Drinks is open to anyone interested in creating a more sustainable world!
Keith Logan of the NC Economic Resource Council (ERC) will be our guest speaker. Keith will give us an update on how ERC is pursuing new green funding opportunities and projects.
Green Drinks International, www.greendrinks.org , now active in 465 cities worldwide, is a self-organizing group where everyone invites someone else along, so there’s always a different crowd!
How does this relate to Happy APPLE Hour? APPLE is focusing on other efforts for now, so, we encourage you to join in the Grass Valley Green Drinks instead!
Your Web Site Feedback
We received a couple of good items on our website feedback form (available to anyone at the bottom of www.apple-nc.org). Thanks, and keep them coming:
- Videos of the Sustainability Series and other talks online
We have not been filming the Sustainability Series events. We would love to get a volunteer to help film them - then we can definitely post them online. Good idea! Until then, there is a video on youtube of last year's introductory presentation at the Kiss Your Gas Goodbye event. Enjoy - and let us know if you can help film in the future!
- Facebook page for APPLE
The APPLE Center actually does have a Facebook page that is very active. For now, we will go with that one which is already taking off, instead of adding another for the whole organization. Click Here, or go to Facebook and search for 'APPLE Center'.
October 6, 2009 - Creating Your Own Health Everyday / APPLE Center Volunteer Training / Much More!
Hello APPLErs, and welcome to the first full month of operation for the new APPLE Center for Sustainable Living! A lot has been happening at the Center already, and more opportunities are coming up as we speak. Read on:
APPLE / UUCM Sustainability Series - Maintaining Your Health in an Energy-Uncertain Future - Part 2
This Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - 7:00pm
Unitarian Chapel - 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley
Part 2: Creating Your Own Health Everyday
Suggested donation $3 - $5
Join us for Part 2 of a 3-part presentation on how to create and maintain vibrant health. Tonight, learn how you can safeguard your health by creating a daily lifestyle that is mentally and emotionally balanced.
You may wonder why APPLE is focusing on health care issues. Here's the short version: A new health care paradigm that integrates ancient wisdom and modern allopathic medicine hasbeen slowly emerging, and it can sink deeper roots now — a time when the need to take responsibility for our health is ever more important. Global economic uncertainty and depletion of oil and other resources may eventually affect all aspects of the current health care system. So, the more we know about our physical, mental, and emotional health, the more options we'll have to take care of ourselves and our families in the event of changes in our current access to medical care.
In tonight's program, we'll focus on how our daily habits, thoughts, and feelings influence our health for better and for worse. This idea is now widely accepted in many medical, philosophical, and religious systems. Two local health experts, one a practicing physician and the other a practitioner of Ayurvedic medicine, will share and compare their views.
How Your Daily Routine Determines Your Health – Holly Leeds, M.D., Family Practice and General Surgery
How We Create Our Health Daily through Our Perceptions, Thoughts, and Feelings — Marc Halpern, D.C., C.A.S., Founder and Director of California College of Ayurveda
Save The Air in Nevada County - Community Potluck
Thursday, October 8, 2009 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Jacobson Dude Ranch - 11153 Cement Hill Rd., Nevada City
Celebrate the end of ozone season! Learn about local ozone! Attend the STAinNC Community Potluck!
Following a potluck dinner, our members will tell you about STAinNC's 2009 activities, the status of our Grass Valley and Nevada City monitors, what we learned over the past ozone season, and what we're planning for the future. The band Silver Wings will entertain us during dinner and after the presentations.
Please bring some food or drinks to share, your questions and curiosity, and suggestions for future activites. If you've been looking for a way to become more involved with STA in NC, this is the meeting to attend. We hope to see you there!
APPLE Center Volunteer Training
Saturday, October 10, 2009 - 3:00pm - 5:00pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
The center's success will depend on volunteers like you, and getting involved at the start means you'll help shape how the Center evolves!
We've scheduled the first APPLE Center volunteer training for Saturday, October 10th, 3-5pm
In the training we will cover:
- The basics and background of the APPLE Center and APPLE-NC
- Volunteer responsibilities and job descriptions
- Resources for volunteers and APPLE Center Volunteers
Completing a volunteer training will be mandatory for all center staff and volunteers now and down the road.
Please RSVP to Mali@APPLECenter.org or 913-7820 if you are planning to attend. Space is limited, but we will try to offer monthly trainings until we've built up a large enough group.
THANK YOU in advance for helping the APPLE Center to fulfill its potential!
Indigenous Peoples Days 2009
Friday, October 9, 2009 (All day) - Monday, October 12, 2009 (All day)
- Various Locations, Nevada City
Bringing together native and non-native peoples to honor indigenous history and culture
Four days of events celebrating indigenous peoples:
- Friday: Opening Ceremony
- Saturday: Calling Back the Salmon
- Sunday: All Day Celebration
- Monday: Indigenous Peoples Day
See all of the details online at www.indigenouspeoplesdays.org
Nevada City Energy Solutions Task Force
Monday, October 12, 2009 - 6:00pm
Nevada City Hall, Council Chambers - 317 Broad St., Nevada City
We invite you to participate in the process of finding a more sustainable, more resilient future for Nevada City. These business meetings are open to the public, and your input is welcome. To see the background on this important project, now in its fifth month of meetings, go to www.apple-nc.org and look for the Task Force under the 'Projects' menu.
Keep the Sierra Green - Local Business Recognition Program
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 - 11:30am - 1:00pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
Nevada County Recycles has kicked off a new business recognition program to differentiate businesses who are making efforts in the areas of water conservation, energy conservation, waste reduction and pollution reduction. It provides suggestions in the form of mandatory and voluntary steps that any business can take to excel in these practices as part of their daily routine.
If you or someone you know may be interested in learning more about this program, I invite you to attend this free presentation. Bring a lunch, we'll provide drinks. 11:30 - 1, at the APPLE Center.
If you miss this date, we will be hosting this presentation again on December 10th.
Pre-registration is recommended, as space is limited. Please RSVP by email to info@applecenter.org.
For more information see www.KeeptheSierraGreen.org
How to Grow Your Own Vegetables During Hard Times
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
APPLE Center for Sustainable Living - 412 Commercial St., Nevada City
Lecture and Discussion - Benefit for the APPLE Center
Suggested donation: $3 - $5
Gardeners and Would-be Gardeners:
Ellen Solomon, Gardener, Horticulturist, and Certified Arborist will present simple and practical, down-to-earth, and economical garden how-to's for success in your garden!
Where on your land to plant(slope, sun, ... ), Soil and fertilizer, What and when to plant, Till or dig, Water, drip or sprinkler, Seeds ...
Ellen has a bountiful, four-season vegetable garden dug out of soil in the Sierra Foothills.
Late Breaking News from US Department of Energy:
President Obama Declares October National Energy Awareness Month
October 6, 2009
A more prosperous future for our Nation's economy means making investments in energy efficiency and clean energy today. Well-funded energy research and development will not only help protect our environment and support our communities, but it will also address concerns of global competitiveness and national security. Innovation in energy technology will decrease our oil use, strengthen our economy, and reduce the dangerous pollution that causes climate change.
As American scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs bring new and improved energy technologies to homes and businesses in this country and around the world, they will be showing American leadership and vision while also making clean energy the profitable kind of energy. During National Energy Awareness Month, we recognize the contributions of individuals, organizations, and companies that are committed to advancing energy innovation and efficiency, and we promote the importance of a clean energy economy to our Nation
For the full story, Click Here.
September 19, 2009 - Grand Opening This Sunday!
The time is finally here!
Volunteers have been working for months transforming the tin-sided building at 412 Commercial Street in Nevada City into the APPLE Center for Sustainable Living!
The Grand Opening is this Sunday, September 20 at the Center. Join us for this truly proud and festive day for Nevada City, its citizens, its businesses, and all of the volunteers that have been bringing this remarkable new resource center to life!
Make sure to come out to the Center for a full day of Sustainable Fun and help usher in an exciting new era for Nevada City:
- 11am: Ribbon-cutting by Nevada City mayor Reinette Senum
- Special display: "What is Sustainability?"
- Tours of the Center
- Upcoming workshop schedules
- Time-capsule filling and burying, to be opened in 2035
- Vision-flag making
- Food, fun, activities, and music until 5pm
APPLE Center Fundraiser - screening of "In Transition"
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Nevada Theater - 401 Broad St., Nevada City
Join the folks from the APPLE Center for Sustainable Living for a screening of the new hour-long documentary "In Transition". Mixer starts at 6, film at 7, with a panel discussion after the film.
From the movie's website at http://transitionculture.org/in-transition/ :
"‘In Transition’ is the perfect sequel to ‘The Age of Stupid’. It tells the story of the generation that looked peak oil and climate change square in the face, and responded with creativity, compassion and genius."
Maintaining Your Health in an Energy-Uncertain Future
Part 2 of a 3-Part Series: Creating Your Own Health Everyday
Wednesday, October 7 2009 - 7pm
Unitarian Chapel - 246 S. Church St., Grass Valley
Suggested donation: $3 - $5
Join us for Part 2 of a 3-part presentation on how to create and maintain vibrant health. Tonight, learn how you can safeguard your health by creating a daily lifestyle that is mentally and emotionally balanced.
You may wonder why APPLE is focusing on health care issues. Here's the short version: A new health care paradigm that integrates ancient wisdom and modern allopathic medicine has been slowly emerging, and it can sink deeper roots now — a time when the need to take responsibility for our health is ever more important. Global economic uncertainty and depletion of oil and other resources may eventually affect all aspects of the current health care system. So, the more we know about our physical, mental, and emotional health, the more options we'll have to take care of ourselves and our families in the event of changes in our current access to medical care.
In tonight's program, we'll focus on how our daily habits, thoughts, and feelings influence our health for better and for worse. This idea is now widely accepted in many medical, philosophical, and religious systems. Two local health experts, one a practicing physician and the other a practitioner of Ayurvedic medicine, will share and compare their views.
How Your Daily Routine Determines Your Health – Holly Leeds, M.D., Family Practice and General Surgery
How We Create Our Health Daily through Our Perceptions, Thoughts, and Feelings — Marc Halpern, D.C., C.A.S., Founder and Director of California College of Ayurveda
And, take a look at this related upcoming health care event:
Please join us for a FREE Clinic Day for all pregnant women and their partners and new families with babies. Laurie Chamberlin, CD, ICCE, Marion Gilbert, PT and Dr. Heather Hunt share their combined wisdom and years of experience on the importance of emotional, physical and spiritual health of pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Saturday, September 26, 9am-noon
Stillpoint Studios, 300 Sierra College Dr, Suite 155, Grass Valley
For details, email lauriechamberlin@comcast.net.
Water and Climate Change
Wolf Creek Community Alliance general meeting
Thursday, September 24 2009 - 6:30pm
NID East Annex building - 1036 W. Main St., Grass Valley
Suggested donation: $5
By 2050, scientists project a loss of at least 25 percent of the Sierra snowpack, a crucial source of urban, agricultural and environmental water.
Wolf Creek Community Alliance is hosting a presentation on water and climate change from a member of the Sierra Nevada Alliance's Water and Climate Change Program at their next public meeting. Don't miss this compelling and informative presentation!
