Support 30 Days by creating your own Friends of 30 Days sustainable event. The more Friends of 30 Days events happening the better! 30 Days will support your event with free resources and advice, free event listing on the 30 Days website and promotion by the 30 Days Street Team. Go to the take action page for more info and resources to get started.
Be sure to check out the latest Friends of 30 Days events throughout April 22 to May 21 - new events will be continuously added, so be sure to check back soon:
Green Talks
Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co. – 1876 W 1st Avenue (between Cypress and Burrard), Vancouver
April 22 - June 24, 2008 | Weekly Tuesdays 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free | Program PDF www.rockymountainflatbread.ca | Reservations Recommend due to limited seating
Suzanne Fielden, owner of Rocky Mountain Flatbread put together “Green Talks” to provide inspiration and ideas of small changes Vancouverites can make in their everyday lives to be kinder to themselves and the planet. The talks will be held throughout April, May and June in celebration of Earth Day and Vancouver’s 30 Days of Sustainability.
“Green Talks” is where social entrepreneurs who live and work in the Vancouver area give an informal talk on how the company they have founded or work for is making positive change in the local and global communities. They will also share Green work and lifestyle options. Green options for renovating our houses, buying sustainable seafood, dining at restaurants committed to being more sustainable, buying more local organic produce, refreshing your wardrobe with materials made from all natural ad sustainable fibers, buying recycled office supplies and more.
Speakers include Karla Fester from Frog Friendly Coffee, Andre LaRiviere from Green Tables, Jessica Vaira from Twigg & Hottie, Alistair Moore from Green Works, Mike McDermaid from Ocean Wise, Darren Scott from SPUD, Gil Yaron from Frogfile, Dave Caldron from David Suzuki Foundation and Jacyln Laic from Eat B.C - More info...
4th Annual UBC Farm Symposium:
Relocalization and Community Health
UBC Farm, 6182 South Campus Road | April 25, 2008 | Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Registration: $20 attendees, $12 students & low income | RSVP by April 18, 2008
www.landfood.ubc.ca/ubcfarm | farm.symposium@gmail.com
The goals of this Symposium are to celebrate the tremendous variety of student and community projects; understand the links between local farming and community health; strengthen UBC Farm-community-university connections. Neighbours, students, practitioners, industry, NGP, university and government representatives are invited. Keynote speaker: Dan Jason of Salt Spring Seeds.
Community Arbour Day
South Aldergrove Park – 26770 – 29 Avenue, Aldergrove
April 27, 2008 | Monday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free
Members of the public are invited to join in a free, family event that will recognize the importance of trees and the urban forest in our community. The day will include educational displays, children's learning activities, food, face painting, and entertainment, and will offer insight into how to protect, preserve, and revitalize the Township's tree population. More info...
Energy Audit Café
Java Hut – 797 West 16th (at Willow Street)
April 28, 2008 | Monday 7:00 PM – 8:45 PM | Free
www.climatecafes.ca | info@climatecafes.ca
Modelled on the enormously popular philosopher’s café format, we are bringing together small groups in the community for peer-to-peer problem solving to discuss how we can all significantly reduce our environmental footprint. Our next meeting’s theme is “Giving your home an Energy Audit.” We will be joined by a guest from BC Hydro’s Powersmart program who will be giving us tips and tricks about how we can significantly reduce the carbon footprint in our own homes.
Want to participate in Climate Cafes meetings? Or are you looking to contribute your ideas for a future meeting? Maybe you have some skills that would make you a great team leader. This is the time to get involved. Come and visit our blog: www.climatecafes.ca to learn about all the details of upcoming meetings or to comment on local environmental issues close to your heart. By taking small steps we can all make a big environmental difference.
Dunbar Salmonberry Days Gardeners Get Togethers
Dunbar Community Centre Foyer - 4747 Dunbar St, Vancouver
May 1, 8, 23, 30, 2008 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Free | Program Calendar PDF
www.dunbar-vancouver.org | info@dunbar-vancouver.org
City Council's 2010 Challenge to create 2010 community gardens by 2010 creates an opportunity to open a new chapter about food production in Dunbar. To become part of the new "urban agriculture" movement, come to the Food Gardeners Get-Togethers on May 1, 8, 23, and 30, 2008. Whether you're a novice gardener or a seasoned veteran, join this get together to begin a shared adventure in food gardening in Dunbar. These events are organized as part of 30 Days of Sustainability to compare notes, get advice for experienced gardeners, and help residents get started. Download the Program Calendar for more information about all Salmonberry Days events throughout the month of May.
Langley Sustainability Café
Wired Monk in Walnut Grove - #200, 20330 – 88 Avenue, Langley
May 8, 2008 | Thursday 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Free
Come learn about the draft Sustainability Charter for the Township of
Langley. Give us your feedback on what the community should do to make
it more future friendly. More info...
Projecting Change Film Festival
The Ridge Theatre – 3131 Arbutus Street, Vancouver
May, 8 - 11 2008 | Thur - Sun 7:00 PM | $12 (Students (17 and under) and Seniors (65+) $10)
Tickets and Passes can be purchased online at www.projectingchange.ca
PROJECTING CHANGE is an innovative organization focusing on promoting green and sustainable living through the use of entertaining and educational film festivals. Through the strategic use of engaging films and inspiring speakers Projecting Change, Vancouver’s first-ever all green film festival, aims to increase awareness and promote change within the local community. Through these efforts all profits are invested back into local initiatives. Focusing on its mandate of ACTION THROUGH ENTERTAINMENT Projecting Change is a platform that brings the community together to learn about and discuss ideas that really matter. More info...
Some of the films include: FLOW: FOR LOVE OF WATER, KING CORN, EVERYTHING’S COOL, MINE YOUR OWN BUSINESS, TAKING ROOT: THE VISION OF WANGARI MAAATHAI and SAVING LUNA
Maydays! Spring Track Challenge
Burnaby Velodrome Club – 3818 Dollarton Highway
May 9 – 11 | Fri – Sun 10:00 AM | Registration Fee
www.burnabyvelodrome.ca | glenn@burnabyvelodrome.ca The Burnaby Velodrome is proud to announce Maydays! This exciting weekend will offer racing for every level of rider, and will feature non-stop entertainment for spectators, including the fun-for-all Kiddie Kilo, which is open to any rider age 10 and under.
The New Racer groups will be showcased on Saturday morning, taking to the boards to compete in a variety of mass start races. Elite women racing will also be showcased, with 3 races scheduled as part of the race action on Sunday. More info...
Also up on Saturday morning: the BVC Kiddie Kilo! Calling all boys and girls 10 and under, tell your parents to bring you down to the Bubble on Barnet on Saturday for some FREE fun on a bike racing track. You can bring whateve bike you have whether it be a Tricycle, BMX, mountain bike or pink cruiserwith tassels, but don't forget your helmet as that is mandatory or else you won't get to race. Prizes and awards will be given to all competitors so come out and have some fun! The evening will also feature beverages, food, music, and more!
Digging In: A Seminar on Creating Community Gardens
Strathcona Community Gardens - Corner of Prior and Hawks, Vancouver
May 10, 2008 | Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM | Download PDF
Registration Required: 604-689-4446 | ecourbanist@gmail.com | http://vcan.ca
Limited to 20 people, $10 (no one turned away for lack of funds)
Come learn about how to start a community garden. Pick up the basics or working with people - group development, decision making, rules and responsibilities - and working with place - site selection, design and layout, and planting plans. Registration is required and class is limited to 20 people (includes lunch and copy of Guide to Starting Community Gardens in Vancouver). This seminar is presented by the Environmental Youth Alliance, Vancity Carbon Neutral and the Vancouver Community Agriculture Network (VCAN). See also 30 Days' Garden Action Workshop on Sunday, May 4 10am-12pm, led by VCAN.
Dead in the Water film documentary
Alma Vandusen room at the Main Branch of the Vancouver Public Library
May 12, 2008 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | Free, limited seating
www.oxfam.ca
Langley Sustainability Café
Wired Monk in Murrayville - #104, 22198 – 48 Avenue, Langley
May 15, 2008 | Thur 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Free
Come learn about the draft Sustainability Charter for the Township of
Langley. Give us your feedback on what the community should do to make
it more future friendly. More info...
Living Car Free Cafe
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Bean Around the World, 2528 Main Street (see map)
www.climatecafes.ca | info@climatecafes.ca | Join the facebook group
Owning a car is not only bad for the environment, it’s bad for your pocket book, but living without one is not always easy. For those who need more convenience and flexibility than walking, biking or public transit can provide, car sharing is a practical alternative.
Join Climate Cafes for a discussion of the various challenges and opportunities in leading a car free
lifestyle and find out if car sharing is right for you. Tracey Axelsson, founder and director of the first English speaking car co-op in the world, The Co-operative Auto Network, will be present to explain the mechanics and history of car sharing and co-ops.
Green Drinks
Steamworks Pub – Gastown, next to Waterfront Station
May 21, 2008 | Wed 5:45 PM onwards | Free
www.greendrinks.org | greendrinksvancouver@yahoo.com
Green Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for anyone interested in sustainability issues.There's no agenda or other formality - it's just a chance to chat, debate, socialize and connect with others in the Vancouver area who are passionate about environmental issues and all things green. Average attendance ranges from 50-100, with new people stopping in each month. Green Drinkers are from all sorts of backgrounds: non-profit organizations, academia, government, small business, big business, self-employed, cyclists, volunteers, students, concerned citizens...and everything in between.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Celebrate the last day of the 30 Days of Sustainability at Green Drinks!