April 28 - Chapter Call with Bill McKibben
May 11 - Chapter Event - Urban Cleanup Day - Palms
Saturday, April 27, 10 am to 12 pm. Earth Day to Fight Climate Change! Charles H. Wilson Park (Amphitheater area), 2200 Crenshaw Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501. Ted Lieu, Congressman, Ben Allen Senator, Ed Bagley Jr., Actor, Adrienne Mohan, PVP Land Conservancy, Reina, Student Environmental Advocacy.
The City of Beverly Hills will be celebrating its 21st Annual Earth Day event at their Farmer's market on Sunday, April 28th from 9 am to 1 pm. This year's theme is "planet vs. plastics." The Public Works department will have a booth with information about the City's sustainability efforts, vendor and organizations booths, free compost giveaway, and free shredding services for the community to take part in.
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The NextGen Climate Summit is specifically for high school and college students who live or go to school in Santa Monica. The event is sponsored by Sustainable Works and the City of Santa Monica.
Free event, but registration is required.
Our Children's Trust is gathering strategic allies across California and beyond to discuss the importance of amplifying and elevating youth voices fighting to secure their right to a livable future. Young people are experiencing and witnessing the devastating impacts of the climate crisis, so it is imperative for the climate community to support youth climate leaders.
Join this workshop to hear from the team supporting and representing the constitutional climate lawsuit Genesis B. v. United States Environmental Protection Agency. Our Children’s Trust will be leading a letter-writing campaign to support other youth-led initiatives addressing environmental decision-making.
The workshop is hybrid so that folks in Los Angeles can meet in-person or participate online. Location available upon registration.
Our next chapter meeting will feature a Climate Movers & Shakers interview with Bill McKibben. McKibben is equally well known for his writing on environmental subjects and his climate activism.
Bill McKibben is a founder of international climate organization 350.org. After leaving 350.org, McKibben founded Third Act, an organization for Americans over 60 fighting to safeguard the climate and democracy. McKibben is the author of more than a dozen books, a staff writer at the New Yorker. He now also writes on his own substack, The Crucial Years.
Please join Elders Climate Action’s SoCal Chapter at the April 29 court hearing downtown L.A. of the 18 brave young people involved with the Genesis vs. EPA case, being represented by “Our Children's Trust” non-profit public interest law firm. They’ll all be wearing wear blue and/or green to show their solidarity in supporting these brave young Californians as they demand legal protection of their constitutional rights to a safe climate for all present and future generations.
Please note seating may be limited depending on capacity of the courtroom. So, plan to arrive at the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California at 10:00 am to welcome the plaintiffs as they arrive at the courthouse and secure a seat!
Meet up at the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, 350 W.1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
Learn more about the case here.
Join a virtual Climate Reality presentation given by our own Andrew Ellis. The presentation is for a UCLA class, but chapter members are invited to watch along to see the latest on the climate crisis and solutions (or to see how an experienced presenter gives a climate presentation).
If you want to join the webinar, please contact Andrew Ellis for the link. Email acellis@sbcglobal.net
Friday May 3, 7:30 am to 2 pm PDT, Green Schools Symposium, 201 North Douglas Street El Segundo, CA 90245 Green Schools Symposium. Los Angeles County Office of Education. $75 for LA County Based Educator, $90 for Student or Administrator; $140 for Public (Architect, Engineer, Sales Vendor. To register, go to Eventbright. See the agenda and FAQs.
Friday, May 3, 9 am to 5 pm PST. Annual Forum Symposium Environmental and Climate Change Literacy Projects (ECCLPs). Virtual event
The Marketing & Communications Committee manages the website, newsletter, and social media accounts for the chapter.
We have a very small group and welcome new and returning volunteers to help generate ideas, increase our capacity, and share the workload. Experienced marketing and creatives folks are welcome, but no experience is necessary.
Nick Offerman and Friends gather for an evening of comedy to support NRDC’s mission to use science, policy, law, and people power to confront the climate crisis, protect public health, and safeguard nature.
Bring a water bottle, gloves (if you have them), wear sunscreen, and be ready to get dirty!
Meet at church parking lot at 10AM. We will be focusing on the north side of Venice Blvd east and west of the church. Two groups will be joining us with additional volunteers. Meet and network with sustainability volunteers from the Palms Neighborhood Council and Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE). We will be doing a brand audit inventory of all the waste, led by our Biodiversity Committee.
10AM - Noon Waste Pickup
Noon - 1PM Waste Audit and Chapter Business
Join Dasboard.earth for a fun and impactful event cleaning up LA’s beautiful trails and making a positive difference for our planet. Lace up your shoes and get ready to explore the great outdoors while doing something good for the environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for preserving our planet.
All ages are welcome. Just bring a smile and a desire to make a difference. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes, and bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.
Click here to get tickets and hike/clean up details.
The Climate Curricula & Youth Action Committee meets the second Saturday of the month at 2pm.
The committee is focused on bringing climate literacy education and environmental justice to all subjects and grade levels in the Los Angeles Unified School District. The committee was successful in passing a climate literacy resolution with the LAUSD school board in February of 2022. With the passing of the resolution, over a half-a-million students, 30,000 teachers and over 1000 K-12 schools will be reached. Please join the committee’s work of implementing the resolution and building youth leadership in the Climate Reality Project.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89011992942
Meeting ID: 890 1199 2942
Please email climate.curricula@gmail.com with any questions.
Assembly Constitutional Amendment (ACA) 16, authored and introduced by Assemblymember Isaac Bryan seeks to ensure that “The people shall have a right to clean air and water, and a healthy environment.” Passing this language in the Constitution will strengthen existing laws, provide equal protection and secure rights for our most vulnerable communities and ensure environmental rights are not infringed upon by future legislation.
Asm. Bryan (55th District) will discuss the importance of this bold legislation and how we can all advocate for its passage.
Join the Food Committee in its mission to advocate for sustainable and regenerative food and agriculture solutions in our local food shed and beyond. Current/past projects include giving presentations to LAUSD students, building partnerships, joining coalitions like Regenerate America, promoting plant-forward menu options in restaurants, and much more. There are many opportunities to be involved, and all are welcome.
WPlease join us at our next regularly scheduled LALC meeting will be held on the fourth MONDAY of June 2024 - which falls on MONDAY - Jun 24, 2024 at 7:30 PM.
Topic: Los Angeles Chapter Legislative Committee Mtg.
Date & Time: MONDAY - Jun 24, 2024 07:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
Join the Food Committee in its mission to advocate for sustainable and regenerative food and agriculture solutions in our local food shed and beyond. Current/past projects include giving presentations to LAUSD students, building partnerships, joining coalitions like Regenerate America, promoting plant-forward menu options in restaurants, and much more. There are many opportunities to be involved, and all are welcome.
Please join us on April 22, 2024 for the next regularly scheduled LA Chapter Legislative Committee Meeting. We can’t think of a better way to spend EARTH DAY evening than working on California Climate Legislation!
The zoom link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4596720482?omn=81659046869
Rally and march for climate action! Tell the UCLA administrators to decarbonize the campus faster and push for climate justice in this event organized by UCLA Climate Action Now.
Meet at Murphy Hall at 11:30 am on 4/22/2024. March with us to Bruin Plaza for speeches from 12 to 1 pm, and then to to cogen plant at 1 pm!
There is a great line up of speakers including: Laurene von Klan (Climate Watch Santa Monica), Andrea Vega (Food and Water Watch), Kathryn McMahon (Extinction Rebellion Los Angeles), Clara Castronovo (CALPIRG), Erinn Fielder (Clean Consulting), and David M. Klein (System Change Not Climate Change). Live music by Galo López, singer/songwriter!
The 2024 Recycle2Riches Earth Day Summit will be held in Playa Vista. This is a free event.
Earth Day Summit 2024 will have lots of fun things going on: a sustainable barbershop, a tabling area called the conscious consumer corner, a section for non-profits and solution-based brands to connect with guests, two movie screenings, a Compost 101 class, and lots of sustainable activities.
The Biodiversity and Ecosystems Committee is continuing to focus on 1) reducing use for artificial turf and 2) restoring native plants and our urban forest. Join this call to learn about and help us with this work.
Meeting to be held via Zoom. Click here to join.
The first-ever Earth Day Extravaganza, hosted by the Friends of the LA River, will be held on April 21 from 12-4 pm. This will be an outdoor celebration filled with hands-on learning activities, eco-friendly vendors, art, music, food trucks, and more! The venue is Lewis MacAdams Riverfront Park, 2944 Gleneden St., L.A. 90039. For more info, and to register (which they recommend you do as early as possible), go to: www.folar.org/earthday2024
Featuring short presentations, engaging discussions, games, and networking opportunities, this Earth Day event at El Camino College will focus on climate solutions in key sectors. Participants will have an opportunity to learn about career and volunteer opportunities as well as how to advocate for the health of our environment.
This free “Healthy People, Healthy Planet” Earth Day celebration is hosted by LA County 4th District Supervisor Janice Hahn.
There will be 30~40 information booths from nonprofits and companies, plus speakers, workshops, EV demos, food trucks, and a big emphasis on kids' activities.
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/398126326264428.
The Friends of the LA River host this morning of habitat restoration at the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve. Attendees will:
Remove invasive plant species from the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
Learn about the impact of invasive species on the environment with California Native Plant Society
Create and take home hand-made seedballs using native plant species
Enjoy a nature walk and bird watching along the Reserve with San Fernando Valley Audubon Society and FoLAR educators
Friday, April 19, 12 pm Reclaim Earth Day, Global Climate Strike, march and rally starting at the LA City Hall South Lawn. Organized by Youth Climate Strike LA. More information on Instagram.
Join Climate Reality San Fernando Valley for an Earth Day of service, fun, good deeds and action in the SFV community! Meet fellow Climate Reality members. Take part in projects around the Valley that will benefit the environment. And make sure to stop by and say hello at the “meet, greet, and join the team” table at the Pierce College Event Center.
Don't miss the fun! RSVP HERE directly though ASM Gabriel's office. Advanced Registration is required and, be sure to say you're with our SFV Climate Reality Chapter!
If you have questions or want more information, email Vivian Deutsch, our Chapter Outreach Coordinator
This just in: We'll be joined by a number of special guests, including Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, Senator Caroline Menjivar, and our friends from the LA Rams!
Support the dozens of community groups and nonprofits partnering in: neighborhood clean up, packing outreach kits, supporting domestic violence survivors, donating blood, and so much more.
Sign up ASAP to reserve your preferred activity. Bring friends and family and double the impact.
Meet at Pierce College at 9:30 a.m. for a light breakfast, directions, and some positive energy!
Highlights from last year's Day of Service!
The Climate Curricula & Youth Action Committee meets the second Saturday of the month at 2pm.
The committee is focused on bringing climate literacy education and environmental justice to all subjects and grade levels in the Los Angeles Unified School District. The committee was successful in passing a climate literacy resolution with the LAUSD school board in February of 2022. With the passing of the resolution, over a half-a-million students, 30,000 teachers and over 1000 K-12 schools will be reached. Please join the committee’s work of implementing the resolution and building youth leadership in the Climate Reality Project.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89011992942
Meeting ID: 890 1199 2942
Please email climate.curricula@gmail.com with any questions.
Friday, April 12, 3 to 9 pm and Saturday, April 13, 12 to 6 pm, Art Build for Reclaim Earth Day Climate Strike, 1617 S Hope Street, Los Angeles. Make Posters, Banners, Signs and more with YCSLA before Climate Strike. Food and Art Supplies Provided. If you have art supplies, bring them along.
Friday, April 12, 3 to 9 pm and Saturday, April 13, 12 to 6 pm, Art Build for Reclaim Earth Day Climate Strike, 1617 S Hope Street, Los Angeles. Make Posters, Banners, Signs and more with YCSLA before Climate Strike. Food and Art Supplies Provided. If you have art supplies, bring them along.
Please join the San Fernando Valley Climate Reality Project on Tuesday, March 12 at 7:00 PM for a chapter meeting with a focus on Restoring Water Rights.
The site in West L.A. is officially open from 10am-3pm in case you are unable to make it that early.
Also known as the Gabrieleno Tongva Springs. This is a sacred site that supported and continues to support the thriving Tongva people.
The site welcomes visitors and volunteers on the first Saturday of each month to see and sustain this sacred space. Please join fellow members of the L.A. Chapter and L.A. community in accepting this gracious invitation and actively engage in the maintenance and upkeep of this beautiful indigenous space. Volunteers are generally asked to assist in gardening and landscaping initiatives, so bring your own gloves and gardening tools if you can.
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Ashes to Action: Honoring Our Climate Dead, Protesting Fossil Fuel Banks When: April 5, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Rain date is April 12, 2024) Where: Starting at Citibank 740 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach, CA 92075 and processing to Bank of America, 943 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Solana Beach CA 92075 Key Details: On April 5, 2024, at 1:00 PM, persons of faith, joined by climate activists, will conduct a memorial service to remember and honor the lives lost over the past few years to the climate crisis. Interfaith leaders and activists will conduct a solemn procession and protest against ongoing investments in the fossil fuel industry by two of the world’s largest banks Citibank and Bank of America,. The event will end at a nearby Mission Federal Credit Union to commend them for refusing to invest in fossil fuels. This memorial service and procession will incorporate a (mock) coffin, symbolizing the mounting casualties of the climate crisis. The service itself will consist of interfaith prayers and brief speeches. Activists will urge members of the public to transfer their accounts to local financial institutions that practice sustainable investment strategies.
Thursday, April 4, 8:30 to 5 pm – Climate Change and Environmental Justice: The Role of Schools in Planning for a Sustainable Future – California Endowment, 1000 Alameda St, Los Angeles, 90012. USC and Bio Equity Ed.
Thursday, March 28, 12 to 1 pm Climate Anxiety: Climate Empowerment, Sustainable Environment Institute of the Los Angeles Community College District. On Zoom. HTTPS://LACCD.Zoom.US/J/81583996227
Join the Food Committee in its mission to advocate for sustainable and regenerative food and agriculture solutions in our local food shed and beyond. Current/past projects include giving presentations to LAUSD students, building partnerships, joining coalitions like Regenerate America, promoting plant-forward menu options in restaurants, and much more. There are many opportunities to be involved, and all are welcome.
This will be a joint chapter meeting with LA, San Fernando Valley, Orange County, and Ventura chapters, the first such multi-chapter event for Climate Reality!
10AM Tour of Westwood Greenway
Learn about how this stretch of urban habitat impacts biodiversity, energy, water, waste, pollution, and our local identity. Meet at the Westwood gate on the northwest side of the train.
11:30AM - 3PM Weeding and other Maintenance (Stay as long as you want. Late arrivals welcome)
Support biodiversity by clearing out invasive non-native plants. Guides will divide you into teams with tasks for all levels of physical ability. The organizers will be on-site the whole time, but if you are only available for part of this period, that’s all good.
The Climate Curricula & Youth Action Committee meets the second Saturday of the month at 2pm.
The committee is focused on bringing climate literacy education and environmental justice to all subjects and grade levels in the Los Angeles Unified School District. The committee was successful in passing a climate literacy resolution with the LAUSD school board in February of 2022. With the passing of the resolution, over a half-a-million students, 30,000 teachers and over 1000 K-12 schools will be reached. Please join the committee’s work of implementing the resolution and building youth leadership in the Climate Reality Project.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89011992942
Meeting ID: 890 1199 2942
Please email climate.curricula@gmail.com with any questions.
Come take part in Third Act SoCal’s “Dirty Banks” protest on Sat. March 23 from 11 am-1 pm, at the Bank of America on E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd. in Anaheim. Third Act will be protesting Bank of America’s continued investment in Fossil Fuels and asking customers to complain to the bank along with them, and/or move their money to more responsible financial institutions. All materials will be provided.
The Biodiversity and Ecosystems Committee is continuing to focus on 1) reducing use for artificial turf and 2) restoring native plants and our urban forest. Join this call to learn about and help us with this work.
Meeting to be held via Zoom. Click here to register.
Please join the San Fernando Valley Climate Reality Project on Tuesday, March 12 at 7:00 PM for a chapter meeting with a focus on Revitalizing the Sepulveda Basin.
The Climate Curricula & Youth Action Committee meets the second Saturday of the month at 2pm.
The committee is focused on bringing climate literacy education and environmental justice to all subjects and grade levels in the Los Angeles Unified School District. The committee was successful in passing a climate literacy resolution with the LAUSD school board in February of 2022. With the passing of the resolution, over a half-a-million students, 30,000 teachers and over 1000 K-12 schools will be reached. Please join the committee’s work of implementing the resolution and building youth leadership in the Climate Reality Project.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89011992942
Meeting ID: 890 1199 2942
Please email climate.curricula@gmail.com with any questions.
Come take part in Third Act SoCal’s “Dirty Banks Task Force” event on Sat. March 9 from 11 am-1 pm, 21700 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance CA 90503. We will be protesting Bank of America’s continued investment in Fossil Fuel projects, and ask customers to complain and/or move their money to a more responsible financial institution. Meet at the Bank of America at the corner of Carson Street and the entrance to Del Amo Fashion Center. All materials will be provided. Any questions: please email johnspock4@gmail.com.
Join the Los Angeles Neighborhood Council Sustainability Alliance and partners for a hands-on event transforming a water-hungry, monoculture grass lawn on a multifamily property into a biodiverse habitat zone that captures rainwater, reintroduces threatened native plants to the neighborhood, and supports pollinators and the web of life in our local ecosystem over the course of two days.
Volunteers will have an opportunity to learn about reconditioning compacted soil, creating eco-friendly weed barriers, determining soil type, mulching, planting techniques and establishment care for California native plants, water capture design options, and much more.
Sierra Club Pasadena Group is hosting this event about electrifying buildings, with LA Climate Reality’s own Michael Rochmes and speakers from the Switch is On and Southern California Edison (SCE). Come learn about what it means to transition from gas to electric-powered appliances; how to make energy-efficient upgrades that save both energy and money; and what federal, state, and local rebates are available.
The site in West L.A. is officially open from 10am-3pm in case you are unable to make it that early.
Also known as the Gabrieleno Tongva Springs. This is a sacred site that supported and continues to support the thriving Tongva people.
The site welcomes visitors and volunteers on the first Saturday of each month to see and sustain this sacred space. Please join fellow members of the L.A. Chapter and L.A. community in accepting this gracious invitation and actively engage in the maintenance and upkeep of this beautiful indigenous space. Volunteers are generally asked to assist in gardening and landscaping initiatives, so bring your own gloves and gardening tools if you can.
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