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To increase our communities’ resilience and self-reliance and help strengthen our local economy in preparation for the effects of climate change, dwindling fossil fuels, and economic instability.

 

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Cassandra Sprenger is attending Sarah Guilfoy's event

Women Run The Santa Cruz Mountains at Henry Cowell State Park

May 26, 2012 from 9am to 10:30am
Women Run The Santa Cruz Mountains is a new trail running group for women of all running abilities.  It is a great way to get exercise, meet new friends, and stay safe while running through our beautiful parks.  Our first run will be on May 26th at 9am.  We will run between 3 and 6 miles, though you are always welcome to run shorter/longer.  Please RSVP on Facebook or via email. DON'T LET FEELING UNSAFE RUIN YOUR RUNS. RUN THE MOUNTAINS WITH CONFIDENCE!See More
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Paul Machlis posted a blog post

Sauerkraut demo

Mira and I will be making another batch of kraut on Tuesday night (May 22) 6:30-7:30 for those who have wanted to see how it's done.  We'll also have samples of several recent batches to taste.  If you can't make this one, let us know, as we make a new batch every three weeks or so.  Paul -- machlis@gmail.com for directions (Felton near entrance to Henry Cowell).See More
Saturday
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Joni Martin shared Mike Matessa's event on Facebook
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Bike/walking trail to SLV schools

May 17
Joni Martin is attending Mike Matessa's event
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Bike/walking trail to SLV schools at San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School

May 21, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
To keep the momentum of the great meeting last Monday, we are getting together next Monday the 21st
 to talk about the next steps to building a new path to make it safer to bike or walk from Felton to the SLV Elementary, Middle and High Schools.We'll meet at San Lorenzo Valley Elementary at the picnic tables at 7pm.
 All are welcome. See More
May 17
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Mike Matessa posted an event
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Bike/walking trail to SLV schools at San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School

May 21, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
To keep the momentum of the great meeting last Monday, we are getting together next Monday the 21st
 to talk about the next steps to building a new path to make it safer to bike or walk from Felton to the SLV Elementary, Middle and High Schools.We'll meet at San Lorenzo Valley Elementary at the picnic tables at 7pm.
 All are welcome. See More
May 17
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An Inconvenient Truth at The Satellite Telework Center

June 29, 2012 from 7pm to 9pm
An Inconvenient Truth presented by Gary LatshawJune 29, 7-9 P.M. at the Satellite Center in Felton$5 donation suggested; no one turned away. Generously sponsored by the Satellite CenterPLEASE email transitionslv@gmail.com if you plan to attend.A program of The Climate Reality Project, the Climate Presenters represent a global force consisting of specially trained climate activists who are dedicated to educating people about the urgency and solvability of the climate crisis at a grassroots level…See More
May 16
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Transition San Lorenzo Valley shared Mike Matessa's event on Twitter
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Water Film Series: Tapped

May 15
Transition San Lorenzo Valley shared Mike Matessa's event on Twitter
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Water Film Series: Tapped

May 15
Mike Matessa posted an event
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Water Film Series: Tapped at The Satellite Telework Center

May 25, 2012 from 7pm to 9pm
2012 Film Series #2: Water Fourth Friday of each month, 7-9 P.M. at the Satellite Center in Felton$5 donation suggested; no one turned away. Generously sponsored by the Satellite CenterMay 25: TappedIs access to clean drinking water a basic human right, or a commodity that should be bought and sold like any other article of commerce? Stephanie Soechtig’s debut feature is an unflinching examination of the big business of bottled water. From the producers of Who Killed the Electric Car and…See More
May 15
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makaya roma is now a member of Transition San Lorenzo Valley
May 14
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Joni Martin shared their blog post on Facebook

Reduce SLV traffic and emissions: Bike Path Meeting Tonight!!!

May 14
Joni Martin posted a blog post

Reduce SLV traffic and emissions: Bike Path Meeting Tonight!!!

I hope that a LOT of people from the community, and not just parents, will show up tonight to the Safe Bike/Walking Paths to School meeting. Monday 5/14 7p.m. at SLV Elementary's Multi Use Room. All 3 Supervisor candidates have said they'll be there, and we need to show that our community wants/supports this.We'll all benefit from reduced traffic, reduces emissions, and promotion of active lifestyles for our community's children. Come on down! Dessert provided. Please share this on your social…See More
May 14
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Laura Parks might attend Bryan Largay's event

Bike and Walking Path: Demonstration of Support at San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School

May 14, 2012 from 7pm to 8pm
Come to San Lorenzo Valley Elementary to show your support for a walking and bike path from Felton to Ben Lomond. Join the candidates for County Supervisor to make it clear that we support the idea. See More
May 14
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Laura Parks liked Bryan Largay's event Bike and Walking Path: Demonstration of Support
May 14
Shonti Burke liked Bryan Largay's event Bike and Walking Path: Demonstration of Support
May 13
Barbara Elwell Matessa posted an event

Phillips Sustainable Living Center Open House at Phillips' Home

May 20, 2012 from 10am to 12pm
Phillips Sustainable Living Center focuses on:• California Nature Center (Native Garden Tours)• Green Building & Sustainable Living Center• Native Garden Tours & WorkshopsStu & Julie Phillips - Sustainable Living and Nature-based learning pioneers for over 30 years! Local family in the SLV for over 50 years! Explore the wonder of connecting your family to nature! Come visit us!See More
May 11
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Ariel Young shared Joni Martin's event on Facebook
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Friday Afternoon in the SLV School Food Garden - Not just for parents!!

May 11
Joni Martin commented on Joni Martin's event Friday Afternoon in the SLV School Food Garden - Not just for parents!!
"I forgot to mention that it would be very helpful if people came with gardening gloves. Also if you have clippers or earth-loosening tools like shovels, that can come in handy as we clear beds."
May 11
Joni Martin is attending Sarah Guilfoy's event

Women Run The Santa Cruz Mountains at Henry Cowell State Park

May 26, 2012 from 9am to 10:30am
Women Run The Santa Cruz Mountains is a new trail running group for women of all running abilities.  It is a great way to get exercise, meet new friends, and stay safe while running through our beautiful parks.  Our first run will be on May 26th at 9am.  We will run between 3 and 6 miles, though you are always welcome to run shorter/longer.  Please RSVP on Facebook or via email. DON'T LET FEELING UNSAFE RUIN YOUR RUNS. RUN THE MOUNTAINS WITH CONFIDENCE!See More
May 11
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Joni Martin posted an event

Friday Afternoon in the SLV School Food Garden - Not just for parents!! at SLV Middle School

May 11, 2012 from 2:30pm to 4pm
Health-loving, earth-loving neighbors, please join us Friday afternoons in May from 2:30-4:00 (or other days/times at your convenience) at the SLV Middle School Garden. A small group of volunteers is turning an 800 square foot garden into a fruit and veggie production site for the District cafeteria. The cafeteria will pay a nominal amount for the food, which can help cover garden costs. We’re also thinking of asking if garden income might help fund free middle school athletics (currently…See More
May 10
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Transition need-to-know info

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Save money by using 511.org Rideshare to find a carpool. Rideshare is used by over 20 people living in SLV headed to the Bay Area and over 5 headed to Santa Cruz. Find a connection? Drop us a note at transitionslv@gmail.com and let us know!

 

As another option, Zimride has opened its rideshare search to the public.

 
 
 

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