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 …

We are New Yorkers (and expatriates) who are troubled by the rapid and continuing decline of the ecosystem and want to make a change, starting by reducing our own impact on the environment. Our goal is to build a "Virtual Urban Eco-Village" focused on Green Living, Sustainability Skills and Education, New Urbanism, Community Gardens, Green Homes, Permaculture, Holistic Health, Volunteering, Environmental Activism, and much more. Follow Jennifer Shotts on twitter  http://twitter.com/#!/greensatur …

I'm a physics major and Environmental Analysis minor from New Orleans. I've been very concerned about climate change ever since Katrina. Hurricane Sandy reinvigorated me to do something about global warming. After an abnormally warm day in December, I decided to walk around the entire island of Manhattan to talk about climate change (http://jdeboi.com/). New Yorkers were surprisingly receptive to my message. Weather permitting, I plan to repeat this walk once a week for the foreseeable future. I …

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

This is a meet up group for 350NYC, a local group of 350.org for people who are interested in participating in 350.org events in New York. http://local.350.org/350-nyc/ We post 350NYC local actions, monthly planning meetings, 350.org International Days of Action and Global Awareness, and different events around the city relating to climate change and the environment,

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 …

CDI was created by a group of creative, motivated and committed young professionals from around the world and aims to build strong and sustainable urban and rural communities in both the worst off developing countries throughout the world and in disadvantaged local communities in the developed world. CDI implements innovative projects and programs, following the Millenium Development Goals and within CDI's six core inter-related focal areas; Education, Health, Agriculture, Energy, Eco-Enterprise …

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 …

We are a creative, innovative non-profit organization that connects the community with green businesses and non profits.  Our commitment is to increase access to sustainable lifestyle solutions, while at the same time building and integrating the green community in NYC. The annual Green City Challenge race offers a fun opportunity for teams to compete against their fellow green New Yorkers to demonstrate their knowledge of how to live, work and eat green in New York City. The audience is expose …

Urbanists, activists and any other –ists are welcome.  Our work is based on the Upper East Side and in East Harlem, but, at our meetups, we’ll be discussing citywide land use, transportation and environmental issues.  More information about CIVITAS is on: www.civitasnyc.org.

This group is to promote friendship and volunteering events made up of Asian Americans! We will focus on helping nonprofits around our community and international.  Past events included nonprofits for Alzheimers, Cancer research, Diabetes, Orphans International, Give Children a choice, NEIO, Project by Project, Chinatown Projects, KAFC, Hamilton House, Food bank, Sandy Relief, Mental Health, Animal rights, RESTORE, Protecting Abused Children, After School Mentoring, NY Cares, Robinhood foundatio …

A Sustainable Conversation is part think-tank, part support network and all about ethical and ecologically-sound business practices. From the worlds of fashion, interior and industrial design, architecture, and craft-making,  we are an interdisciplinary and international group of people committed to positive social change. At our meetings, we provide a space for generating and discussing new ideas, networking, connecting business to design, and turning concepts into realities. Our mission is to …

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 …

The Human Impacts Institute's mission is to inspire action for strong communities and a healthy environment through hands-on education, coalition building, and using the arts and culture for social good. Join this meetup to keep up with our programs, events, and volunteer opportunities in NYC and around the world!

We are dedicated to connecting, educating and inspiring people to regenerate New Jersey landscapes and communities, using permaculture principles, ethics, and methods.

The Bear Program's primary mission is to protect black bears and their habitat. Our Bear Smart Community outreach program serves to educate residents about bears, reduce unwarranted fears and increase tolerance of our bear neighbors. Both our protection and education objectives foster a peaceful coexistence and replaces fear with respect and understanding. We are the only organizational program in New Jersey that works solely to protect bears. We meet the second Wednesday of every month except J …

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 …

The New York Outrigger Meetup group is for active members of our organization.  If you are interested in joining NYO, or just want to get on the water, please sign up for a free Novice Session or contact us via our website www.newyorkoutrigger.org New York Outrigger is a community of dedicated and inspired paddlers living in New York City.  Our goal is to provide New Yorkers with the unique opportunity of experiencing their city through its waterways.  As a volunteer-driven nonprofit we strive t …

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 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.

Sustainability is sexy! The purpose of this group is for like-minded individuals who want to change New York City's landscape through different means. Whether you have a desire to clean up this city, help develop new parks and playgrounds, or build a safer place for your children, we want to meet you! Everyone can make a difference, and we will have weekly meetings and events coming up!

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 Vegans, Vegetarians, veggie curious, and healthy-minded people! it's time to get together to make new friendships, and have some fun!  If you like socializing, eating healthily, being socially conscious, protecting animals, game nights, parties, pot-lucks, live music, dinners out, movie nights, art, picnics etc... then you've come to the right place! Looking forward to getting together for some good times!

This is a group for any vegan or vegan curious people who live around Orange County, NY. We can get together for dinner, a picnic, potluck, discussion about the vegan lifestyle, or whatever you suggest. Can't wait to meet you!

ReNEW New York is a coalition of enviro groups focused on replacing the use of fossil fuels, especially fracked shale gas, with wind, water and solar power. Events range from screenings to panel discussions to rallies and eco fairs.

Organic Gardening and Urban Homesteading is dedicated to Organic Gardening and Urban Homesteading

Would you like to make a difference? Help to keep a beautiful lake clean by collecting trash either by land or lake. Spend a relaxing, fun, and emotionally rewarding afternoon helping the environment, meeting others, and simply just having a good time.

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 …