Green Drinks Newburgh ...the Unofficial Green Drinks of the Hudson Valley! We meet on the third (thirsty) Thursday of the month for networking, fun, information, inspiration, business and pleasure! When: June 20th, 2013 from 5:30-7:30 pm Where: In the back room of The Wherehouse, 119 Liberty Street, Newburgh, NY (http://www.thewherehouserestaurant.com/) Who we are: Green Drinks is an open forum for people work with or are interested in environmental issues (academia, business, government, enviro …

From Greendrinks.org Every month people who work in the environmental field meet up at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. We have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business. Come along and you'll be made welcome. Just say, "are you green?" and we will look after you and introduce you to whoever is there. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there’s always a different crowd …

We are the Western Mass. Green Consortium (WMGC), a social network dedicated to sharing information about and promoting environmental sustainability, green building, energy efficiency and renewable energy in accessible and fun social events. Started four years ago by Easthampton green builder, Sean Jeffords, and friends, WMGC has grown to include a network of 3,500 individuals and businesses across Western Massachusetts. The popular monthly “Green Night” events kicks off every 2nd Wednesdays at …

The Greater Boston Environmental Meetup is for all the people who are interested in conserving wilderness, biodiversity, alternative and renewable energy, recycling, pollution (toxins), air/water issues, sustainability, organic gardening, and various environment issues. This meetup is a way to meet other like-minded people to get together to discuss a way to create a better tomorrow through documentary screenings, discussions, lectures, green parties, activism, and social outings.

This group will hold special meetings for national, international, or targeted events, such as the October 24th International Day of Climate Action, annual Earth Day, and others

Sierra Club's Atlantic Chapter Outings Committee announces Sierra Club outings in the New York State region and beyond. All our outings are open to Sierra Club members and to the general public at no charge. Sierra Club's Atlantic Chapter represents over 50,000 Sierra Club members in New York State (of over 800,000 members in the U.S.) We are a volunteer-run grass roots environmental, conservation and outdoors organization. All our leaders are trained volunteers...come out, enjoy and learn more …

Pickup: Newton! is a group of environmentally concerned Newton residents who gather for 'pick-up' events anyplace where litter compromises the beauty of our garden city. Membership is free, but limited to those who reside in the 13 villages of Newton. We are a non-profit group, though we actively seek donations from any Newton business or resident wishing to support our work, either with supplies or snacks/coffee to keep our ranks in fine form while foraging for litter. Members are called 'picku …

As a young professional in 2012, chances are you’re short on time but big on making a difference. We hear you. Think there’s no way you can have an impact on today’s environmental problems? Think again. Maybe you have only a few hours to give each month, or maybe you’re looking to make real, lasting change to the future of nature in Connecticut. Either way, we have a place for you. Check this space often for updated listings of work days and events, and – if you haven’t already – be sure to “lik …

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) is comprised of 28,000 members centered among 21 chapters in New York State. The Hudson River Valley (Mid-Hudson) Chapter has 700 members and serves the counties of Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Columbia, and Greene. The mission of the ADK is C.A.R.E.S. Conservation ADK is committed to protecting the wild lands and waters our members use and cherish. ADK is the champion of nearly 5 million acres of publicly owned lands across New York State, including the Adirondac …

Do you care about what you eat? This is a group of folks who want to support local, humanely raised, environmentally sustainable, fairly traded, "green" food. Thinking about joining a CSA? Maybe considering a tomato plant on your balcony this spring? How bout a new compost bin for your backyard? Maybe you work on or own a farm in Massachusetts? Or sit on the board of a an urban non-profit that brings produce to people in need......or you're a policy student, interested in finding ways of lobbyin …

Provocative yet non-violent actions to STOP Global Warming! Hunger strikes at political conventions, flash mobs, vivid boycotts of irresponsible corporations and funny social media are on the agenda. Our mission - force political leaders to address Climate Change NOW! Raging heat, dying crops, and an election year...this is the best chance we've got for dramatic change. A war is being waged on life itself by a few ignorant and greedy moguls...we must stop them! We are committed to inspiring and …

This is a group for environmentalists, naturalists, and members of the community who are interested in helping to preserve the environment and create a sustainable future. The Nature Conservancy is facilitating "The Future of Nature," a three-part lecture series focusing on the future of food, energy, and water. We invite everybody to participate in the discussion. The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands an …

If you ever wanted to know more about Nature, but don't know how to begin, or want to be paid for your outdoor skills, you've come to the right place. This Meetup Group is about offering a standardized Master Naturalist training program to benefit Long Island. It's flexible, fully customizable, and affordable too.  Read more at: www.qualityparks.org

Westchester county runs bi-weekly training and vinecutting sessions throughout the winter. With the guidance of the Westchester County Parks Department volunteers eradicate invasive species like Asiatic Bittersweet, and Porcelin Berry. The focus is the Bronx River Parkway Reservation, a 13.5 mile stretch of road, river, park and path that runs from the New York City line to the Kensico Dam. Vinecutter.com is a project of the Bronx River Parkway Reservation Conservancy with support from 501Square …

Invasive species are erasing and replacing the primeval name of the Hudson Valley and the surrounding counties and states. I know that a small group of dedicated citizens can take up the honorable cause of stopping the march of invasive plants across the landscape while having fun, getting exercise, and making good connections with fellow citizens. The slashing can be safe. The reconnaissance can be fun. The hacking and the blade swinging can be an invigorating exercise that doesn't tear mu …

It is rather simple . . . what one knows, what one believes, what one feels, and what one needs all influence the way one lives. First Connection is a group dedicated to learning wilderness living skills, and furthermore, to ‘cross-pollinate’ this sacred knowledge among many people. Everyone is a teacher, and everyone is a learner, and our goal is to learn the Art of Self-Sufficiency. This is a gradual process, and we do not do this to shun the modern world, which has been a source of both pollu …

Interested in our environment and its preservation? Love the outdoors? We welcome new members to our meetings and events. We have interesting speakers, beautiful slideshows, delicious potlucks and great hikes!

Our purpose: 1. to discover and identify the plants and animals living amongst us 2. to learn their habits and survival requirements 3. to implement landscaping and other wildlife accommodations, such as nest boxes, feeders, brush piles, rock piles, tree snags, ponds and other water features. Meetings will alternate between trips to public greenspace and private homes. We'll search for plants and animals and learn how they function in our ecosystem. We'll take turns visiting meetup members' hom …

This is a meetup group to inform the public about all the benefits of Solar and Green Power. All members of meet up are welcome to join in the local discussions.

Curious-on-Hudson is a culture resource in Dobbs Ferry. We offer classes, books and events on many topics. But we're passionate about FOOD and the ENVIRONMENT and we plan to show it through an on-going series of workshops, classes, meet-ups, lectures and more. Join us as we connect the dots between Suppliers, Producers, Advocates, Authors, and Consumers.

This group is for anyone interested in learning more about Emergency Preparedness. What you can expect from any kind of survival situation, and how to protect/provide for yourself & family when circumstances arise. Always... "Be Prepared"! -Boy Scout Motto

Calling all vegetarians!  Did you go to the CT Veg Fest at the Convention Center in Hartford?  It was fabulous!!!!  Congratulations to our own member Ani Tirpan for envisioning it and for bringing it all to us. This is a group designed to help support one another committed to vegetarian/vegan practices. Meeting for potluck suppers, restaurant trips, sharing the bounties of our gardens are all encouraged. Taste new dishes, swap recipes-raw or cooked. Let's build a sense of community. The spirit …

We're thrilled that you're joining us on our journey to wellness by eating wholesome foods and becoming environmentally aware.  We believe that food is medicine and that if our food is sick with GMO's, chemicals, artificial ingredients, etc. then as a country we'll continue to be sick.  We're hoping to create a vibrant community of people who are excited about evolving to a healthy lifestyle that is nourishing, non-toxic and family-friendly. We will have hands-on fermentation workshops, farm vis …

This world is not the world of our ancestors; clean, garbage free, with an abundance of animals running free and crystal-clear waters filled with fish and marine life. It is a world filled with mountains of trash both on land and in the ocean. Everywhere you look you see some sort of trash, papers, plastic water bottles laying on the ground or blowing in the wind. Even remote forests and beaches have traces of human waste. Green Up Together is a group of folks that come together monthly to e …

Welcome all Green Freaks! This group is for motivated, driven, entrepreneurial individuals who want to make a difference in the environment and their personal lives - both personally and financially. We provide the platform for you to build a sustainable business and be part of a collective impact as we work together to create a more sustainable future. Please join us to laugh, learn and Empower your Future.

The NY Passive House (NYPH) Meetups are organized by NYPH members, working to promote a healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient built environment through the promotion of the Passive House building standard. NYPH is an independent not-for-profit organization that facilitates the exchange of information and experiences, among local, national and international practitioners of the Passive House building standard. Presentations at the Meetup will vary from broad general introductions to specific …

This group is for the community of people who live East of the River in the Hartford area with an interest in spirituality, metaphysics, holistic health and the environment. It is an online reflection of our community where we can share information, meet others, get ideas and learn what's going on in our area.

http://www.oldnorthportroadlawrenceroadtaskforce.com/ Residents of Commack, Kings Park and Smithtown are asking The Smithtown Board to enforce current zoning codes on & near Old Northport Rd & Lawrence Rd be enforced. Mission To enforce the zoning codes on the properties on and near the intersection of Old Northport Road and Lawrence Road Description We are the residents of Kings park, Commack and Smithtown, New York. These three beautiful towns meet at the intersection of Old Northport Road and …