Virtual Conversation on Plastic Purge with Cary Institute
The Cary Institute will be hosting a virtual science conversation with Michael SanClements, a scientist at the National Ecological Observatory Network. He will discuss his book, Plastic Purge. This event is co-sponsored by the Millbrook Garden Club. Explore the 'the good, the bad, and the ugly' of plastics, including how to make choices that are healthier …
How Do You Solve a Problem Like the Climate? (virtual)
This event marks the launch of The River Newsroom’s Climate Lab, a new project focused on covering climate impacts and solutions in the Hudson Valley and Catskills region. What is being done in the region to prepare and ensure that our communities and systems will be resilient enough to withstand change? This conversation brings together …
On the Right Track: Safely Connecting Communities to the Hudson River (virtual)
Scenic Hudson presents a conversation on Amtrak's proposal to build fences by the waterfronts along the Hudson. Recreation, inspiration, food… Places to gather and celebrate… Thriving local economies… All are benefits of connecting with the Hudson River — and all are threatened by Amtrak’s current proposal to erect gates and fences blocking access to riverfront …
Dutchess County-Poughkeepsie Land Bank Meeting (remote)
The Dutchess County-Poughkeepsie Land Bank (DCPLB) was approved by New York State in August 2020, pursuant to New York State’s Land Bank Program. By inter-municipal agreement, Dutchess County and the City of Poughkeepsie jointly formed the DCPLB with a mission to promote equitable and sustainable development through the rehabilitation of vacant, abandoned and underutilized properties …
Town of Poughkeepsie Climate Smart Task Force Regular Meeting
Climate Smart Communities is a New York State program that helps local governments take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate. Click here to join in on Zoom.
Talk: Chantal Bilodeau, Co-founder of Climate Change Theater Action (remote)
Chantal Bilodeau, Co-Founder of Climate Change Theater Action will speak to the Hudson Valley and Catskills Climate Reality Chapter on Sunday, October 17th at 6pm. All are welcome. To attend via Zoom, please email evemorgenstern@gmail.com Chantal is a Canadian playwright now living in NYC who has been instrumental in getting the theater and educational communities, …