Events in the Relocalization Network

A new short film (15 mins) about local food will be shown at the International Film Festival in Maleny this Saturday, 2nd February 2008. The film, Think Global : Eat Local - a diet for a sustainable society, was filmed, directed and edited by Morag Gamble and Evan Raymond. It will be shown along with a number of other locally produced short films.

Think Global : Eat Local is a celebration of local food systems in communities around the world - farmers markets, food box systems, food coops, community farms, community gardens and school gardens. The film touches on many of the issues caused by and impacting our current unsustainable food system and points to the relocalisation of food systems as a key strategy for working toward sustainability, social justice and well-being.

Morag and Evan have spent the past few months pulling together footage of local food projects that they have filmed and photographed both locally and internationally since 1992. Locations include: Cuba, Ladakh, Indonesia, Turkey, South Korea, Spain, The Bahamas, USA, Scotland, Denmark, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Germany, Hong Kong, and in Australia - Northey Street City Farm, Maleny and Crystal Waters.

The film shows interviews with world-renowned scientist and author, Fritjof Capra, and well-know Brisbane-based food activist and academic, Kristen Lyons. Other interviews include Northey Street City Farm's Organic Market coordinator - Anaheke Metua, CSA Farmer - Les Nichols, a local food chef, a naturopath, alongside input from Morag and Evan.

The film was produced by Morag and Evan's organisation, SEED International (http://www.SEEDinternational.com.au), with the help of a small grant from the Maleny Film Commission (through Festivals Australia). The Maleny Film Commission is an arm of the Maleny Film Society, one of the largest film societies in Australia.

Details of the screening can be found on the Maleny Festival Website http://www.malenyfilmsociety.info . Also check out http://www.localfood.net.au . For more information, please contact Morag on 07 5494 4833 or info@SEEDinternational.com.au

Event title:
Film showing: "Think Global, Eat Local"

Start:
2008-02-02 16:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 18:00

Location:

Location(s)

Maple Street Maleny Community Hall

Maleny, 4552
Australia

Event Website:
http://www.users.bigpond.com/filmnoir1/festivals.htm

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2008-02-02 13:00

Solar Workshop - Sat Feb 2, 1-3PM - Port Townsend -free to public

Submitted Fri, 2008-02-01 17:52 — Sidroney

Solar Workshop - Spin Your Meter Backwards - Heat Your Water

SOLAR WORKSHOP SPONSORED BY POWER TRIP ENERGY

Saturday, February 2nd, from 1 - 3 pm at the Masonic Hall located at 1350 Jefferson St. behind the Post Office in uptown Port Townsend. Free to public.

Learn how your solar collectors can save energy, lower your utility bills, and reduce your carbon footprint.
Topics include grid-tied pv, solar thermal collectors, federal tax credits and financial incentives for consumers, solar design principles, and cost and energy savings estimates for installed systems.

Individuals who are building a home or business are encouraged to bring plans.
For more information go to www.powertripenergy.com or
call 360-643-3080.

Event title:
Solar Workshop - Sat Feb 2, 1-3PM - Port Townsend -free to public

Start:
2008-02-02 13:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 15:00

Location:

Location(s)

1350 Jefferson St. Masonic Hall

Port Townsend, WA
United States

See map: Google Maps

Event Website:
http://www.powertripenergy.com

Contact Email:
info@powertripenergy.com

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2008-02-02 13:00

Protest the Giveaway of BC’s Rivers and Hydroelectric Power

Submitted Sat, 2008-01-19 13:58 — Shelby Tay

Protest the Giveaway of BC’s Rivers and Hydroelectric Power

Provincial Day of Action, Saturday February 2nd

Rally: 1 pm South side of the Vancouver Art Gallery

Speakers, Music, Theatre

Come and Make your Voice Heard: Demand an end to the sell off of our rivers
Keep BC Hydro Public.
No more private power licenses

Evening Event
7 pm. Ukrainian Auditorium, 154 East 10th Ave (at Quebec)

An interactive evening with some of BC’s most knowledgeable speakers on the privatization of electricity , and its impact on energy costs and the environment. Presented by the Council of Canadians

More information : 604-688-8846

Co-sponsored by Save our Rivers, CUPE BC, Canadian Centre forPolicy Alternatives, Western Canada Wilderness, Citizens for Public Power, COPE 387
Please let your friends and contacts know about these events. A big turn out at both of these events will send a strong message to the Provincial Government.

Event title:
Protest the Giveaway of BC’s Rivers and Hydroelectric Power

Start:
2008-02-02 13:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 21:00

Location:

Location(s)

Vancouver, BC
Canada

See map: Google Maps

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2008-02-02 12:00

DAY OF ACTION: Demand a Canadian Energy Strategy

Submitted Sun, 2008-01-13 15:18 — Toban Black

Location: Market - Mezzanine - 130 King Street

Canadians experience long, cold winter months. As the snow starts to fly, our thoughts turn to staying warm. To do that, we need energy to heat our homes. But right now, Canada does not have a national energy strategy that addresses where our energy comes from, where it is going, or the high price of environmental devastation that can come with producing it.

That is why the Council of Canadians is organizing 'Take Charge! A National Day of Action to Demand a Canadian Energy Strategy' on Saturday February 2, 2008.

Our country is rich with energy resources, but Canadians do not have control over them. Governments have signed this control away through free trade agreements with the United States. This was proven recently by a lawsuit launched by American oil corporations Exxon-Mobil and Murphy Oil. The companies are suing the Canadian government for USD $60 million contesting the requirement for them to spend a fraction of their soaring profits from the Atlantic region on research and job development there.

The Harper government's commitment to the Security and Prosperity Partnership of North America (SPP) means even less control over our energy resources. The SPP moves Canada closer to a continental resource pact that means secure energy resources for the U.S., while the future energy needs of Canadians are left unaddressed.

As a result of these agreements, huge transnational corporations are now stripping Canada of its energy resources while at the same time draining and contaminating our water, poisoning our land and air, and accelerating climate change. Canadians face related threats across the country including: privatized hydro projects and coal-bed methane explorations in British Columbia; the environmentally dangerous tar sands and massive transmission line projects in Alberta; destructive uranium mining projects in Saskatchewan and Ontario; expanding liquefied natural gas projects in the Maritimes; and a strong push for more nuclear power plants right across the country.

Without a Canadian Energy Strategy -- a strategy that will give Canadians security of their energy supplies, guaranteed access to energy reserves in times of need, and strong policies that protect our environment and focus on finding alternative, less harmful energy solutions -- our country will continue to be a victim of an energy gold rush. Politicians cannot let corporations and the market set the agenda, focusing on big business needs, and privatizing public services, while ignoring the energy security needs of Canadians.

On Saturday February 2, 2008, when communities across Canada face some of the coldest temperatures of the year, chapter activists can stand up for Canadian energy strategy by participating in 'Take Charge! A National Day of Action to Demand a Canadian Energy Strategy'.

Event title:
DAY OF ACTION: Demand a Canadian Energy Strategy

Start:
2008-02-02 12:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 15:00

Rally

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2008-02-02 10:00

The Power of Community DVD screening

Submitted Tue, 2007-12-18 16:07 — Sonya

See this popular movie... discover how Cuba survived their Peak Oil event in the early 90's. The film covers food supply, transportation, health, education... all the areas affected when their oil supply was cut off.

At the Sunshine Coast Energy Action Centre 41 Farrell Street, Yandina.

Event title:
The Power of Community DVD screening

Start:
2008-02-02 10:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 12:00

Event Website:
http://www.seac.net.au

Contact Email:
info@seac.net.au

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2008-02-02 10:00

The Power of Community DVD screening

Submitted Mon, 2008-01-21 23:09 — Sonya

See this important DVD and visit Future Ready Expo at Kawana in April to hear Roberto Perez in person.

At the Sunshine Coast Energy Action Centre
41 Farrell Street, Yandina

Will include discussion afterward. This event is free and open to anyone in the community concerned about the implications of peak oil.

Event title:
The Power of Community DVD screening

Start:
2008-02-02 10:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 12:00

Event Website:
http://www.seac.net.au

Contact Email:
info@seac.net.au

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2008-02-02 10:00

Vegetable gardening in your own back yard

Submitted Fri, 2008-01-04 18:33 — Anita Laurin

Learn from two excellent local gardeners: Don Humphrey with 30+ years experience and member of the National Parks Service; Joanne Dole as a Master Gardener. Both have amazing backyard gardens. All experience levels are welcome. This program is free and open to the public.

Event title:
Vegetable gardening in your own back yard

Start:
2008-02-02 10:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 12:00

Location:

Location(s)

Griswold Senior Center, 777 High Street

Worthington, OH, 54085
United States

See map: Google Maps

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2008-02-02 09:00

Composting workshop

Submitted Tue, 2007-12-18 16:04 — Sonya

At the Yandina Community Garden. Learn how to compost your kitchen and garden waste on site at home and how to keep it vermin and odour free. You'll see how 'waste' can be turned into beautiful humus for your garden - and you'll never need to buy fertiliser again!!

41 Farrell Street, Yandina

Event title:
Composting workshop

Start:
2008-02-02 09:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 10:00

Event Website:
http://www.seac.net.au

Contact Email:
info@seac.net.au

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2008-02-02 09:00

Composting made easy

Submitted Mon, 2008-01-21 23:01 — Sonya

Learn the secrets of successful composting - at the Yandina Community Gardens - corner of Farrell and North Streets, Yandina. You'll learn the common mistakes made when starting composting, trouble shooting problems and we'll take a tour of the gardens and visit the worm farms to see how they can convert kitchen and garden waste into valuable fertiliser for your garden.

Take charge and manage your household waste on site. Save the planet and save $$$.

Event title:
Composting made easy

Start:
2008-02-02 09:00 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-21 10:00

Event Website:
http://www.seac.net.au

Contact Email:
info@seac.net.au

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2008-01-31 19:30

Orientation to SGLA: Sustainable Global Leadership Alliance

Submitted Sun, 2008-01-27 13:25 — DavidM

Orientation
to SGLA: Sustainable Global Leadership
Alliance -- www.sgla.org

Join us for a fun, informative and inspiring talk with SGLA Founder
& Executive Director, Myra Murphy Jacob, visiting from Albuquerque,
New Mexico.

Thursday, January 31, 7-8:30pm
and
Saturday, February 2, 3-4:30pm

Both talks will be in downtown Bellingham:

Center for Expressive Arts, 1317 Commercial, between Holly &
Magnolia, above Tivoli restaurant

Free parking at Parkade (across the street) on Saturdays

3 blocks from the bus depot

Saturday's talk will be followed by informal socializing,
networking & connecting at Center for Expressive Arts - come
prepared to have fun and meet great people!!

SGLA delivers cutting-edge leadership programs for young
adults, 16-22, empowering them to be effective catalysts for positive
change.
We train
young leaders to navigate interrelated global, social, economic and
environmental realities. We emphasize the personal and interpersonal
development essential to being effective leaders, and
prompt participants
to explore and expand their leadership skills through implementation of
sustainability projects in their communities.

Open to All Interested Youth, Parents, and Community Members!
No Charge
Snacks and Refreshments Served.

The Sustainable
Global Leadership Adventure (www.sgla.org )
consists of 5 weekends of training and a three week immersion in a
foreign culture (India). The weekends are
comprehensive explorations that develop the unique talents of each
participant towards becoming effective leaders.

For additional info: Alan Seid 599-2134 alan@sgla.org

Or, Leslie Shankman 733-4356 leslie.shankman@comcast.net

As
an overview:

Weekend
I: Explore “World and Me”

·
Accomplishment coaching, establish relationship with
life coach for duration of program

·
Pachamama Alliance Symposium—Explores how underlying
societal and personal assumptions effect environmental, social and
spiritual issues

·
Exploring Sustainable Initiatives

·
Globalization and the future

·
Ecological footprint

Weekend 2: “Simulated
Society”

·
Establish a simulated society with infrastructure of
industry, political parties, judicial system and mass media. Create social experiences that develop awareness of
leadership styles, decision making, communication. How
participants function effects success of society.

Weekend 3:
“Extraordinary Communication”

·
Culture Shock training

·
History and Culture of India

·
Non-Violent Communication

3 Weeks
in India

·
Spent being with villagers in various Northern India
locations, a culture outside the Judeo-Christian matrix, not a consumer
culture, with a language that has no verb tenses—the cultural lens is
in the NOW

·
Experience dissolves known frames of reference and call
s on participants to turn to inner connections

·
Allows experience of using
emotional intelligence in leadership

·
Use of non-violent communication to negotiate unfamiliar

Weekend 4: “Dynamic Leadership”

·
Exploration of underlying self-beliefs

·
Training in personal financial system

·
Look at Global Economy

·
Training in Public Speaking

·
Vision for the World-brainstorm, develop a 3 month
project to support vision

Weekend 5: “Conscious Leadership”

·
Further community project development—structure,
time-line, mentor

·
“Launching “ event—meeting for friends, family,
community to hear participant speeches—reflections, awareness, project,
goals

Ongoing

·
Coaching for 3 month community and sustainability
project

·
Affiliation with national SGLA Grads

Event title:
Orientation to SGLA: Sustainable Global Leadership Alliance

Start:
2008-01-31 19:30 (Calendar)

End:
2008-02-02 16:30

Location:

Location(s)

1317 Commercial

Bellingham, WA, 98225
United States

See map: Google Maps

Event Website:
http://www.sgla.org

Contact Email:
leslie.shankman@comcast.net

Group meeting

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2008-01-16 18:15

Circles for Women

Submitted Sun, 2007-12-30 22:05 — bgilday

Circles of Women
New evening group begins Jan. 16, 6:15 -9:00 PM
Facilitator, Barbara Gilday, 676-0765, www.BarbaraGilday.com

Purpose:
 To connect with others at a deep level, share our stories, learn and practice tools for positive transitions and more fulfilling futures.

Principles:
 We all have the wisdom within to deal with whatever we are experiencing.
 Being listened to deeply, allows our higher self and wisdom to surface.
 A small group of caring souls, provides a container for healthy, holistic process

Process:
 Using the process called, Appreciative Inquiry, we will focus on the values and strengths we have brought to the best times of our
lives. From that awareness, we will turn & look at our futures & begin to look at our possibilities in new ways.

Event title:
Circles for Women

Start:
2008-01-16 18:15 (Calendar)

End:
2008-03-05 21:00

Location:

Location(s)

Bellingham, WA, 98225
United States

See map: Google Maps

Event Website:
http://www.bellinghambizeview.com/page/show/203

Contact Email:
journeys@nas.com

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