Everyone, member and nonmember alike, is invited to our events unless otherwise stated. These activities are free unless indicated. Please make a reservation when requested. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 15 May 2012 23:21:58 -0400 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0400 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.2.9) http://www.feedforall.com The Alliance to Save Energy is sponsoring the first installment of the 2012 Great Energy Efficiency Day Series, as representatives from diverse industries convene a discussion on the business case for energy efficiency. The topic is Business Education Federal Energy Management Financing Homes and Buildings Industry Information Technology Policy Saving Money and Energy. From automakers to utility providers to product manufacturers, learn how and why all sectors of business are adopting energy-efficient practices to increase profitability, productivity, and security. And, gain insight into how the public sector is driving efficiency through keynote addresses from Congressional officials. Free. Columbus Club, Union Station, Washington, DC. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 4829D830-EDA8-4A8F-A8A0-97B49B31A756 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 -0400 The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, in collaboration with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, is planning to restore approximately 4,800 feet of degraded stream channel along upper portions of Hollywood Branch, a tributary of the Paint Branch, between the culvert downstream at Cannon Road and the culvert upstream at Midland Road. Attend this stream walk to learn more about this project and how it will benefit your community and the environment. Free. There are three locations: Stream Walk A (6:00-6:30): meet at stream crossing between 613 and 701 Midland Rd.; Stream Walk B (6:00-6:30): meet at basketball court between 13120 & 13122 Broadmore Rd.; and Stream Walk C (6:45-8:00): meet at storm drain easement between 13309 & 13311 Clifton Rd. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html E93C5C2E-DD14-486C-9E9A-8E798DFC879E Wed, 16 May 2012 18:00:00 -0400 This session, "United States Energy Security: Challenges and Opportunities," features VADM Dennis V. McGinn, (USN, Retired) President, American Council on Renewable Energy. Free. University of Maryland, Adele Stamp Student Union, 1220 Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 16FE37BD-89B9-44D4-A4A5-DDDA1169C2E3 Thu, 17 May 2012 11:00:00 -0400 This symposium will present a new holistic perspective in sustainable management of our precious water resources to support life for our future generations. Featured speakers include George Hawkins of DC Water and Bob Summers of the Maryland Department of the Environment. Free. Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County Campusm 9605 Building, Room 121, Key West Avenue and Broschart Road, Rockville, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 7839C52A-D971-4813-BC9A-D8A20280F794 Fri, 18 May 2012 19:45:00 -0400 Learn how conservation-based landscaping techniques can beautify your yard and neighborhood, restore native habitats, help improve the environment and save you time and money. Explore ways to replace traditional lawns with native landscapes to benefit our local streams and the Chesapeake Bay. $20. Brookside Gardens Visitor Center, 1800 Glenallen Road, Wheaton, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 637FE689-8272-452C-846F-CC21FCC43F95 Fri, 18 May 2012 10:00:00 -0400 A rain barrel sits at the end of your downspout and captures rainwater that can be reused on your property rather than flushed through our storm drains and into our streams. You will receive all necessary materials and instructions, and will leave the workshop with a finished 55 gallon rain barrel made from recycled food containers. $55. Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive, Reston, VA. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html D7D1F44D-829A-4685-A86C-8D70926D23E9 Sat, 19 May 2012 10:00:00 -0400 Learn how conservation-based landscaping techniques can beautify your yard and neighborhood, restore native habitats, help improve the environment and save you time and money. Explore ways to replace traditional lawns with native landscapes to benefit our local streams and the Chesapeake Bay. $20. Brookside Gardens Visitor Center, 1800 Glenallen Road, Wheaton, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 9D111D01-0646-4184-8E87-397EB309B65A Sat, 19 May 2012 10:00:00 -0400 Deer pose a significant challenge in many parts of our region for gardeners trying to provide wildlife habitat on their properties. In this outdoor workshop, we’ll discuss plants that deer favor, native plants that are deer resistant and a variety of techniques and products that discourage deer browsing. Free. Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna, VA . http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 13478068-59C0-4F23-B849-CA6BBF157B57 Sun, 20 May 2012 14:00:00 -0400 Bill Walsh, founder and executive director of the Healthy Building Network, and Peter Syrett, associate principal at Perkins+Will, discuss efforts underway for more disclosure about building products. They explore the need for more extensive reporting on environmental, social, and health impacts, as well as clear rating systems and standards in the context of changing expectations for transparency among consumers, non-profits, and designers. Free. National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 8C2DDF59-4C31-4586-B782-B9A05961CF43 Mon, 21 May 2012 12:30:00 -0400 The monthly meeting of the Montgomery County Sierra Club Executive Committee is usually held on the third Monday of the month. All Montgomery County Sierra Club members are invited to attend. Come with your ideas and join us for planning and discussion. Contact Alvin Carlos at alvin.carlos@maryland.sierraclub.org for meeting place. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html A3632880-7E27-407F-AF4B-7F03FD86F853 Mon, 21 May 2012 19:30:00 -0400 The Montgomery County Planning Board is holding a Public Hearing on the Draft 2012 Park, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan during their regular meeting The main purpose of the 2012 PROS Plan is to estimate the future needs for park and recreation facilities and natural and historic resource preservation and develop specific service delivery strategies to meet future needs. Free. MRO Auditorium, 8787 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html D796B574-AA10-4C74-935C-4015768C4A39 Thu, 24 May 2012 09:00:00 -0400 Michael Raupp, Professor of Entomology at the University of Maryland, will speak on the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB). The ALB is one of the world's worst invasive species and could destroy one third of America's trees. For the first time, the ALB infests a city on the edge of a natural forested area. $15 registration; $10 for Friends of the Botanic Garden. Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 8B5A72D9-2AAF-496D-AE10-AE083B4362AA Thu, 24 May 2012 18:30:00 -0400 George Timko, Assistant Deer Project Manager, at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources will be the featured speaker at the monthly meeting of the Maryland Native Plant Society. Free. Kensington Library, 4201 Knowles Ave., Kensington, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html 81093C28-E501-4F52-BAE7-E395004F022B Tue, 29 May 2012 19:30:00 -0400 Join the Muddy Branch Alliance for its monthly meeting. What is it about trees that enhances our lives so much? There will be two presenters at this meeting, Caren Madsen from Conservation Montgomery and the Tree Stewards from Parks and Planning. Free. Casey Center, 810 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD. http://maryland.sierraclub.org/montgomery/calendar.html A0866DB5-7A7C-4BD6-B8D1-602315C6C8D9 Wed, 30 May 2012 19:00:00 -0400