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SUMMARY:Caring for the Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:A weekend retreat for those doing emotional labor—such as therapists\, healthcare workers\, and climate justice organizers—using the Work That Reconnects spiral to process climate grief and build resilience together. The workshop features an anti-oppression approach\, focuses on resistance actions\, offers vegan and gluten-free meals\, is wheelchair accessible\, and accommodates neurodivergent needs. \nThis gathering is for anyone who identifies as doing emotional labor in their daily work or activism\, including: \n\n\n\nMental health\, social work\, and healthcare professionals\nClimate and social justice organizers and activists\nCaretakers\, mutual aid workers\, and community support roles\nAnyone who regularly holds space for the pain of others or for the pain of the world\n\n\n\nWe offer this workshop specifically for people who do emotional labor because this work has been consistently forgotten\, undervalued\, and disrespected under capitalism. It is work that disproportionately falls to women\, people of color\, queer and trans people\, and disabled people. We believe a just world is one in which emotional labor is taken seriously\, fairly compensated\, and supported by care for those who carry it. This workshop is our small and humble contribution toward bringing that world into being. \nCost is sliding scale ($0–$500) with free scholarships for BIPOC and low-income participants. Full attendance\, including an integration call\, is expected. \nFor more information\, click here \nAbout the Co-facilitators\nJulia Levine (she/her) is a New York-based social worker with theatre roots. She brings drama therapy into her social work practice to address mental health implications of the climate crisis with individuals and groups. Julia currently provides therapy and case management for people across the lifespan\, prioritizing trusting and collaborative relationships as the foundation for healing. She is drawn to practicing Work That Reconnects because of the integrative\, iterative\, and transformative nature of the spiral to support life on earth. You can reach Julia via Signal at 314-313-1914  or via email at juliaslevine@gmail.com  \nAlex Chambers (they/them) is a climate justice organizer who engages in direct action and civil disobedience to mitigate the worst impacts of climate breakdown and ecological collapse. Living outside the gender binary taught them to notice where systems draw hard lines between people from different walks of life\, and between humans and the living world. They’ve been facilitating climate grief circles for the past five years and are currently developing their Work That Reconnects facilitation skills. You can reach Alex via Signal/text at 774-804-2270 or email at alex@foragedlandscape.com
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/caring-for-the-caregivers/
LOCATION:Cambridge Cohousing
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T170000
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally
DESCRIPTION:We cannot institute just and science-based energy and climate policies if we don’t live in a democracy. This is why we continue to stand with No Kings\, and will stand with them on March 28.\n\nPlease check here to find an event near you.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/no-kings-rally/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T194223Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Justice Passover Seder
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Climate Justice Passover Seder on April 2 at The Pryde! \nEveryone who says climate change and energy empires can’t be overcome can look to Exodus for guidance on how to do the impossible. (And if we could leave Egypt under the guidance of that hothead Moses\, maybe perfection isn’t a necessary condition for progress.) Our seder will focus on lessons that speak to how we can emerge from bondage\, throw off our multiple pharaohs\, and build something worth preserving–for all of us. \nThis will be a vegetarian potluck (no beef\, pork\, chicken\, or fish). Vegan preferred if possible (no dairy or eggs). Please do not bring anything made with wheat flour aside from matzah or matzah meal. Please let us know if you can bring charoset\, maror\, or karpas (bitter herbs). \n\nREGISTER HERE. After you register\, we’ll send you an email for you to let us know if you plan to bring a dish to share\, and if you have any dietary restrictions. \nNeed a recipe or an idea? Let us know! \nWe are honored to host our Passover seder this year at The Pryde\, Boston’s first LGBTQ+ senior housing community. \nApril 2 at 6 PM\nat\nThe Pryde\n59 Harvard Ave.\nHyde Park\, MA 02136 \nPARKING: There is on-street parking\, and also a municipal parking lot in front of the Boston Public Library next door to the Pryde.\nPUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Commuter rail stations on the Franklin Line (Hyde Park Station) and Fairmount Line (Fairmont Station) are a few blocks away. So are Boston busses #39 and #24.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/climate-justice-passover-seder/
LOCATION:The Pryde\, 59 Harvard Ave\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T170000
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CREATED:20260310T184758Z
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SUMMARY:2026 MassEnergize Community Climate Leaders Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 MassEnergize Community Climate Leaders Conference — a powerful one-day gathering bringing together 250+ passionate climate leaders from across Massachusetts. After two consecutive sold-out conferences\, we’re back and bigger than ever on April 8\, 2026\, at Bentley University in Waltham. \nGet inspired\, learn what’s working in other communities\, and connect with the people driving real climate impact. Expect a full day of dynamic sessions\, practical tools\, and unmatched networking with organizers\, municipal staff\, students\, advocates\, and partners committed to accelerating local climate solutions.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/2026-massenergize-community-climate-leaders-conference/
LOCATION:Bentley University\, 175 Forest St\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T005607Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental and Climate Justice with John Walkey
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to have John Walkey\, the Director of Climate Justice and Waterfront Initiatives at Greenroots in Chelsea\, join us on April 13 at 7 PM for a discussion about local environmental justice efforts. He’ll share his work with Greenroots and a coalition of organizations to establish a microgrid for the city–and residents–of Chelsea. \nJohn is an East Boston resident who has been a committed advocate for environmental justice and immigrant rights in his neighborhood for the past twenty years. Starting in 2017\, John has led GreenRoots’ work in East Boston and along the waterfront of the Chelsea Creek. \nPlease watch this video of John at our conference in June of 2025 for a primer on environmental justice. \nThis event is free. \nAbout John Walkey \nJohn Walkey is an East Boston resident who has been a committed advocate for environmental justice and immigrant rights in his neighborhood for the past twenty years. Starting in 2017\, John has led GreenRoots’ work in East Boston and along the waterfront of the Chelsea Creek. John worked for a decade in hazard risk assessment and mitigation\, and natural resource management in Central America and the Caribbean for NGOs\, the US government\, and the United Nations. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Archaeological Sciences from Boston University and a Master of Science in Environmental Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/environmental-and-climate-justice-with-john-walkey/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T153000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260416T132634Z
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SUMMARY:One Sun\, One Earth\, One People: A Sacred Celebration
DESCRIPTION:On the cusp of a revolution’s 250th\, JOIN US for this SACRED CELEBRATION of ONE SUN\, ONE EARTH\, ONE PEOPLE as the Boston Interfaith Climate Allies welcome climate activist Bill McKibben who will invite us into a non-violent SOLAR REVOLUTION. \nSUNDAY\, APRIL 19\, 2026 1:30pm \n  \n1:30-1:45pm Gathering at The Embrace Memorial in Boston Common \n\n1:45-2:00pm Joyful Processional led by BABAM Activist Brass Band and BVOCAL Activist Choir \n\n2:00-3:00pm Sacred Celebration at the Cathedral Church of Saint Paul with guest speaker Bill McKibben and other interfaith voices \n\n3:00-3:30pm Prayerful Activism and Sending on Steps of Cathedral with Closing from Local Indigenous Voices \n  \nPLEASE JOIN US!
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/one-sun-one-earth-one-people-a-sacred-celebration/
LOCATION:Boston Common\, Embrace Memorial\, 139 Tremont Street\, Boston\, 02108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260319T220343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T153928Z
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SUMMARY:Geothermal Networks - A Path to Fossil Fuel Freedom Starts Here
DESCRIPTION:Join the Boston Central Library in partnership with the Neighborhood Association of Back Bay (NABB)’s Green Committee for an important panel discussion in observation of Earth Day 2026! \nPanelists representing a range of local climate action organizations will speak about the latest geothermal advances. You’ll have an opportunity to learn about their work and take a picture with a canoe. \nAnnouncing the NABB door prize—a free induction cooktop and pot! \nThe program will include audience Q&A and comments. \nRegistration is required and it is free and open to the public!
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/geothermal-networks-a-path-to-fossil-fuel-freedom-starts-here/
LOCATION:Boston Central Library Rabb Hall\, 700 Boylston Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116
CATEGORIES:Decarbonization,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260214T014113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T153856Z
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SUMMARY:Neponset River Watershed Cleanup on April 25
DESCRIPTION:Whether you can lift heavy items\, pick up small trash\, check people in\, document our finds\, or take photos—there’s a role for everyone. \nBring your friends\, family\, scout group\, green team\, and/or co-workers and make a difference! \nVarious locations along the rivershed\nCome clean up with JCAN-MA! \n  \nThis event is free.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/neponset-river-watershed-cleanup-on-april-25/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
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CREATED:20260325T135403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T205019Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration - Walk in the Footsteps of Thoreau
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day on Sunday the 26th with a walk to Walden Pond. \nMultiple groups starting from Concord and Lincoln will converge at the Thoreau Cabin Site to celebrate the natural world and renew our commitment to protect it. A simple meet-up with music\, inspiring words\, and sharing of wishes & commitments.  \nMeet at First Parish in Concord Center or St Anne’s Church in Lincoln at 2pm\, arriving by 3pm to the cabin site after a 2 mile walk.  Alternatively\, you can park at the Walden Pond visitor center\, and have a very short walk to the cabin site.  There will be carpools returning to the starting point for those who would prefer. \nFeaturing short talks by: \n\nRichard Smith – Concord public historian and Thoreau scholar – on Walden\nSabine von Mering – environmental activist\, Brandeis professor – on Civil Disobedience\nThea Iberall – Jewish Climate Action Network – eco-poetry\nPeter Alden – naturalist – on nature in Thoreau and our time\nRoger Rosen – guitarist\, folk singer – leading us in song\n\nFor more information or to get involved with the planning contact Brad Hubbard-Nelson or Alex Chatfield.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/earth-day-walk/
LOCATION:Lincoln and Concord MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T183000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260429T205337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T205337Z
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SUMMARY:May Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:May Day will be a day of action in and around Boston\, all culminating to a final rally at the Boston Common! Workers have the power\, not the billionaires! \n☀️ Morning Kick Off: East Boston Memorial Park 🎉 Afternoon Close Out: Boston Common \nOther actions in Boston can also be found here: https://linktr.ee/BostonMayDay2026
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/may-day-2026/
LOCATION:Boston Common\, 139 Tremont Street\, Boston\, 02111\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260427T153122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T153122Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Three Rivers Report Card
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the progress that’s been made in restoring these three cherished urban rivers and hear about the ongoing work to clean up the Charles\, Mystic\, and Neponset Rivers. \nThe event will kick off with a reception for visitors already at the museum\, where you can chat with fellow river lovers\, followed by a speaking portion where attendees will hear from public officials and the Charles\, Mystic\, and Neponset River Watershed Associations. \nBuy a museum ticket and join us at the CS&T Stage in the Blue Wing!
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/annual-three-rivers-report-card/
LOCATION:Museum of Science\, 1 Science Pk\, Boston\, 02114\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260214T013614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T021731Z
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SUMMARY:Greening Your Finances with David Schreiber and Scott Kadish of Greenvest
DESCRIPTION:You have choices in every aspect of your financial life which can reduce or eliminate your participation in the funding of the fossil fuels which create pollution at every step of their lifecycle. A future with dramatically reduced fossil fuel use is possible. This program offers you ideas for how you can do it. \nThis event is free. \nAbout the presenters \n\nDavid Schreiber is an experienced CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional focused on socially responsible investing with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Portfolio Management excluding fossil fuel exposure. Financial Planning\, Securities\, Asset Management\, and Retirement Planning. Strong finance professional with a Diploma focused in Viola performance from New England Conservatory of Music.. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nScott Kadish is a Certified Financial Planner ™ and a Chartered Socially Responsible Investment Counselor™ who since 2010 has helped his clients in all aspects of their financial lives. He helps his clients invests with their values and co-create living financial plans. Scott lives in Newton\, Mass. In his free time\, he volunteers for several Climate action groups. He enjoys vegan cooking\, all kinds of exercising and spending time with his two daughters. \n 
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/greening-your-finances-with-david-schreiber-and-scott-kadish-of-greenvest/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Decarbonization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T210000
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CREATED:20260430T200549Z
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SUMMARY:FEELING "FED UP" ISN’T A FLAW - USE IT AS FUEL FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE! 
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Tarfon said:  It is not your duty to finish the work\, but neither are you at liberty to neglect it. Pirkei Avot (2:16).  We all recognize our duty to fight for our planet and other values we hold dear.  But it can feel like too much. \nSam Daley-Harris\, an expert in grassroots advocacy\, can help us deal with that feeling. \nSam has forty years of experience developing\, implementing\, and training others to use proven strategies that empower everyday people to become changemakers. \nSam is the founder and CEO of Civic Courage\, a non-profit that coaches organizations to improve the effectiveness of their advocacy work.  In 1980\, he founded RESULTS\, an organization working to end hunger and poverty\, which later became the model for Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Sam is also the author of Reclaiming Our Democracy: Every Citizen’s Guide to Transformational Advocacy. \nThis meeting is hosted by Citizens’ Climate Lobby’s Jewish Action Team. \n( Questions?   Contact  Mike Wilcove at:   mnwilcove@gmail.com  / 301-785-5793 ) 
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/feeling-fed-up-isnt-a-flaw-use-it-as-fuel-for-making-a-difference/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
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CREATED:20260510T230143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T230143Z
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SUMMARY:Jews Against ICE Phonebank: Not One More Dollar for ICE
DESCRIPTION:Join Bend the Arc and T’ruah to call Jews who have critical Senators that need to hear our demand to stop funding ICE violence. Right now\, Congress is considering funneling billions of dollars to ICE’s budget. We cannot let one more dollar go to the cruel and unjust detention and deportation machine. They need to hear from their constituents loud and clear: we don’t want more blank checks for ICE. \nWhether it is your first time or your tenth time phonebanking\, all are welcome!
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/jews-against-ice-phonebank-not-one-more-dollar-for-ice/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T173000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260325T023634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T023634Z
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SUMMARY:The Plastic Detox - Documentary and Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Produced by an Academy Award-winning team\, The Plastic Detox follows six couples struggling with infertility who agree to participate in a massive plastic detox of their homes and lives. This “intervention” changes their lives and their families forever. You’ll never look at plastic the same way again! Watch the trailer here.  \nJoin Energize Ashland and partnering local organizations on Sunday May 17th for a free screening of “The Plastic Detox”\, the eye-opening new @netflix documentary that reveals the startling effects plastics and toxic chemicals are having on our bodies and health and learn how you can protect yourself and advance solutions. \nThe film will be followed by a panel featuring expert speakers for Q&A: Panelists will be announced shortly.  \nRegistration is free but please RSVP using the link to secure your spot and we look forward to seeing you there \nLink to Flyer
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/the-plastic-detox-documentary-and-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Ashland Community Center\, 162 W Union St\, Ashland\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260412T152321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T021531Z
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SUMMARY:Housing and Climate with Dan Ruben
DESCRIPTION:We need to think about the intersection of climate change and housing beyond our HVAC systems. \nHow does climate change affect housing costs\, particularly in the face of growing migration? \nHow does housing affect climate change\, particularly as we seek to build new units? How can changes to zoning laws affect greenhouse gas emissions and save trees? \nDan Ruben teaches Sustainable Hospitality and Sustainable Tourism at Boston University and the University of Southern Maine. He wrote the textbook\, “Sustainable Hospitality.” \nDan founded a sustainable hotel organization\, Boston Green Tourism\, in 2005 and led it until 2019. In that role\, he organized over 100 sustainable hotel workshops and webinars for local\, state\, and U.S. hoteliers. Dan was the 2014 Sustainable Lodging Person of the Year. Boston Green Tourism earned an EPA Environmental Merit Award. \nPreviously\, Dan was the executive director of the Coalition for Environmentally Responsible Conventions\, which implemented environmental best practices at the 2004 Democratic and Republican National Conventions. CERC won the international Environmentally Responsible Meeting Award and two EPA awards. \nDan is the Chair of Green Newton. He leads its Building Standards Committee which persuaded developers to build Passive House\, all-electric\, low embodied carbon developments\, and persuaded the City of Newton to upgrade its sustainability requirements for new buildings.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/housing-and-climate-with-dan-ruben/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Decarbonization
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T210000
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SUMMARY:Help Energize Climate Voters!
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that majorities of registered voters prefer candidates who support action on the climate\, want development of clean energy sources\, and support policies to reduce the pollution that causes global warming. However\, an estimated 11.2 million environmentalists did not vote in the 2024 presidential election\, and many more skip midterm\, state\, and local elections. \nOur speaker\, Nathaniel Stinnett\, will share strategies to motivate the climate voter.  He is the Founder & Executive Director of the Environmental Voter Project.   Named one of five global “climate visionaries” by The New York Times in 2018\, and dubbed “The Voting Guru” by Grist magazine\, Stinnett is a frequent expert speaker on cutting-edge campaign techniques and the behavioral science behind getting people to vote.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/help-energize-climate-voters/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T174736Z
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SUMMARY:Clean Energy Lunch Hour Webinar
DESCRIPTION:MassIPL and Greenlight America invite you to a lunch hour webinar all about batteries for the grid! We’ll cover battery storage as a long-duration clean energy technology — how it works\, how it fits into MA’s clean energy goals\, the environmental and social justice dimensions\, and ways that your local advoacy can have an outsized impact for the climate. Bring your questions for a good discussion!
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/clean-energy-lunch-hour-webinar/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260603T203548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T203548Z
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SUMMARY:June 10th Statewide Rally-- People Over Utility Profits
DESCRIPTION:Energy utility corporations are raking in record profits while we’re struggling to pay our energy bills. With our money in hand\, utilities like Eversource\, National Grid\, and Berkshire Gas are attempting to increase our reliance on expensive and polluting fossil fuels\, destroying our health and our planet. These utilities spend hundreds of thousands of dollars a year lobbying Massachusetts legislators to cut back on climate goals and allow them to keep polluting as much as they want. \nOn June 10th\, Mass Power Forward is holding a statewide rally with three locations across MA asking legislators to cut our ties to utilities and pass a climate bill that puts people over utility profits. \nAt the time of the rally\, legislators will have just 50 days to pass climate legislation to help make energy clean and affordable. Join us and make your voice heard! \nRSVP here \nRally Locations for June 10th \nBoston: 1pm. Meet at the Eversource HQ at 800 Boylston St (the Prudential) take a “follow the money” tour through Boston to the Statehouse. We will rally at the Statehouse at 2:30pm. We are holding two art builds in Somerville to support the Boston rally on June 5th from 5pm-7pm and June 7th from 2pm-6pm. RSVP here \nPittsfield: 1pm. Rally outside of the Berkshire Gas HQ. Meet at Allendale Plaza. \nSpringfield: 5:30pm. Rally outside of the Eversource Western MA HQ at 300 Cadwell Drive\, Springfield. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/june-10th-statewide-rally-people-over-utility-profits/
LOCATION:Eversource HQ (see description for more locations)\, 800 Boylston Street\, Boston\, 02116\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260510T224934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T115028Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Conversations: Visual Notes on a Changing Planet
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist Lisa Link on Monday\, June 15\, 2026\, for the opening celebration of Climate Conversations: Visual Notes on a Changing Planet at the West Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library. \nThrough interviews\, photography\, and visual storytelling\, this exhibition explores how people respond to environmental challenges in their communities\, daily lives\, and public work. Created through a Jewish cultural lens while welcoming audiences of all backgrounds\, the project highlights shared concerns about climate\, justice\, resilience\, and our collective future. \nLisa’s photo-montage exhibition features 2D works inspired by conversations with environmental advocates\, Jewish farmers & educators\, and community members. Blending research\, art\, and personal narratives\, the exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the human dimensions of climate change and the many ways people seek hope\, connection\, and action during a time of ecological transformation. \nThe opening gathering will offer an opportunity for community members from all backgrounds and cultures to connect\, exchange ideas\, and celebrate the role of art in fostering dialogue and understanding.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/climate-conversations-visual-notes-on-a-changing-planet/
LOCATION:West Roxbury Branch\, Boston Public Library\, 1961 Centre St\, West Roxbury\, MA\, 02132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T200000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260601T174950Z
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SUMMARY:Digging Deep: How Two Congregations Decided to Go Geothermal
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a geothermal webinar co-hosted by MassIPL\, PA IPL\, and GreenerU. Geothermal installations still qualify for a 30-40%+ federal direct pay incentive\, often making them cost-competitive when replacing a fossil fuel heating system. You’ll hear directly from two congregations — Wellesley Village Church (MA) and St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church (PA) — about how they went through a discernment process and decided geothermal was right for them.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/digging-deep-how-two-congregations-decided-to-go-geothermal/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260701T005302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T005302Z
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SUMMARY:Tell your MA Senators to make S.3143 a better bill!
DESCRIPTION:Debate on the Senate version of An Act to Save People Money\, Repair the Climate and Grow the Economy\, also known as S.3143 begins today\, and a vote will follow shortly after. \nBefore the environmental bill goes from the Senate to the Conference Committee\, we feel that including several proposed amendments would improve it. Our allies at Mass Power Forward and Massachusetts Climate Action Network have suggested amendments that should be supported and others that should be opposed. \nWe urge you to contact your state senator and ask them to co-sponsor and vote for the following amendments:  \n\n\n99 Embodied Carbon Reduction in large state construction \n\n\n25 Closes Loophole incentivizing polluting biomass for MLPs  \n\n\n26 Halting Gas Expansion \n\n\n37 Prohibition on Charging Ratepayers for Advertising \n\n\n62 & 162 Data Centers  \n\n\n1 Protection From Unreasonable Utility Profits \n\n\n78 Labor Peace for Thermal Energy Network \n\n\n106 Self-Attestation of Income \n\n\n77 End Gas Line Extension Subsidies \n\n\n82 Remove “renewable natural gas blending” \n\n\n25 Closes Loophole incentivizing polluting biomass for MLPs  \n\n\n99 Embodied Carbon Reduction in large state construction \n\n\n15 Allowing Massachusetts to restrict refrigerants that have high Global Warming Potential or are PFAS. \n\n\nPlease also ask your state senator to oppose the following amendments: \n\n\n17\, 121\, 171 and any other amendments that would cut Mass Save’s budget \n\n\n139 which would remove good sections around GSEP phase out \n\n\n114 which would take money away from crucial programs \n\n\n52 MLP Consent required \n\n\n23 and 67 which would remove municipalities’ ability to ban third suppliers  \n\n\nMassachusetts is a leader in climate and energy policy because its voters have demanded that we be. Please keep up the good work and contact your senator ASAP!
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/tell-your-ma-senators-to-make-s-3143-a-better-bill/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260528T151921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T151921Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Earth Alliance 2026 Pre-Tisha B’av Virtual Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:Although we still mourn the destruction of the Temple on Tisha B’av\, we know that this tragic day was the beginning of a transformation that enabled our people to survive and thrive. From the ashes of the Temple\, Jews built a new center of Judaism in Yavneh. Their innovations became the rabbinic Judaism that we practice today. \nThings may look bleak now—but when have we ever backed down from “doing the work”? And while there are many challenges\, there are also genuine opportunities\, including: \n\nThis session of Congress isn’t over. The Farm Bill just passed the House and will now be debated in the Senate.\nCongress is under pressure to lower gas and electricity prices. Today\, the best way to affordability is cheap\, clean energy from sun and wind.\nThe Administration just released a long-awaited report on FEMA. Now the pressure is on Congress to act to protect communities suffering from climate-fueled disasters.\nWe can win\, and in important ways\, we already are! The vast majority of new electricity generation is from renewables\, and sales of electric cars are growing.\n\nTisha B’av is not only a day of mourning for what has been lost. It is also a day when we recall how our ancestors picked up the pieces and built for the future. Let’s honor this legacy by advocating for the country and the world we want: A world with healthy air and water\, safe homes and communities\, and a thriving web of life to support us and our neighbors around the world. \nPlease join JCAN-MA and other activists in Massachusetts to lobby Senators Markey and Warren on July 21. They’re leaders on science-based climate and energy policy\, but they still need to hear from us about how important it is that they continue to fight for us and our ecosystems. \nPlease register here! Also\, please let us know if you know anyone in Alabama\, Arizona\, Delaware\, Idaho\, Kansas\, Kentucky\, Louisiana\, Minnesota\, or West Virginia who would like to get involved. \nExact times to be determined; each call will last no more than 30 minutes. \nPlease send questions and comments to deborahnamkrane@proton.me
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/jewish-earth-alliance-2026-pre-tisha-bav-virtual-lobby-day/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
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SUMMARY:Tisha B’Av Gathering (Hosted by JCAN-MA)
DESCRIPTION:As the sun sets on Tisha B’Av\, the most sorrowful day on the Jewish calendar\, we will gather to read Eicha (Lamentations)—an ancient text mourning the catastrophic destruction of Jerusalem 2\,500 years ago: its women\, children\, animals\, buildings\, gates\, and walls. \nTogether\, we will take turns reading from the text (bring your phone to follow along)\, and reflect on its relevance today. \nIn this era of climate chaos—of floods\, fires\, and mass displacement—we feel the destruction anew. Tisha B’Av offers us a moment to grieve not only the ruins of the past\, but also the devastation happening now across the globe:\nGaza\, Lebanon\, Haiti\, Venezuela\, Congo\, Sudan\, Yemen\, Nigeria\, Syria—and here\, in the United States. \nAs we mourn\, we renew our resolve to take action. The anguished poetry of Lamentations can inspire us to support policies and practices that prevent further harm to our communities and our planet. \nWe are each part of the long\, sacred labor of healing and repair. We refuse to look away. \nLet us grieve together. Let us strengthen one another. Let us repair the world. \nSchedule \n🌊 6:00 PM – Potluck Dinner (Come early (at 4 pm for a swim!))\n📖 8:00 PM – 9 PM Reading of Lamentations and Individual Reflection \nRSVP Required \nPlease email Janet at jcan.intern@gmail.com by Monday evening\, July 20\, 2026 to register.\nThose who register will receive the address.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/tisha-bav-gathering-hosted-by-jcan-ma/
LOCATION:Please register for address\, Marblehead\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260701T122419
CREATED:20260625T192628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T192628Z
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SUMMARY:Plastic Pollution: Health\, Climate\, and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:The problem with plastic goes way past those ubiquitous and annoying plastic straws and bags. When microplastics are being found in fetal tissue\, the scale of the problem isn’t about personal habits but systems–and that’s the scale of the solutions we need. \nDid we mention that plastics *are* fossil fuels? And that they’re the industry’s hedge to stay relevant as the world moves away from oil and gas for energy? It’s time for plastics to go! \nWe are excited to have Eileen Ryan\, leader of Beyond Plastics Greater Boston\, join us for a webinar about plastic pollution. She is on the steering committee of Plastic Free Mass. In addition to her work educating people about the perils of plastics she uses her creative talents to make costumes and art as a climate and social justice activist. Eileen lives in Watertown and is the mother of three grown children and a grandmother of two.
URL:https://jewishclimate.org/event/plastic-pollution-health-climate-and-solutions/
LOCATION:MA
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