Events
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“The Problem With Plastic” Conversation with Author Judith Enck and Professor David Bond
Bennington College One College Drive, Bennington, VTJoin Beyond Plastics president, Judith Enck on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 7 p.m. for a conversation at Bennington College about our new book, “The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves & Our Planet Before It’s Too Late”…
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Formidable Females: The Science of Female Birds & the Art They Inspire
OnlineConservation, scientific research, and visual art come together in this talk that celebrates the pivotal role of the female bird in species survival and resilience. Conservation biologists Natasza Fontaine and Hyla Howe will discuss their field work with shorebirds and…
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“Did You Put Milk in the Bucket?” Documentary Screening and Q&A with Filmmaker Sharon Wyrrick
Stamford Community Church 1059 Main Road, Stamford, VTThe documentary film, "Did You Put Milk in the Bucket?: A Tribute to The Center for Resourceful Living," will be shown on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 4-6 p.m. at Stamford Community Church. The program, sponsored by the Stamford Community Library, chronicles…
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Workshop: Ending Gas Pipeline Expansion In Connecticut & The Northeast
Wesleyan University - Exley Science Center 265 Church St, Middletown, CTWorkshop on Gas Pipeline Issue in the Northeast Join the No Pipeline Expansion (NOPE) Northeast Coalition for an in-person workshop to learn about current gas pipeline expansions in Connecticut and across the Northeast, build power, and strategize next steps. Whether…
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Jane Winn’s Retirement Celebration and Fundraiser
Zion Lutheran Church 74 First St., Pittsfield, MAPlease join Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) in celebrating founding Executive Director Jane Winn’s retirement following 22 years of tireless advocacy for wildlife and the environment. The event will celebrate Jane’s legacy and fundraise to support BEAT in its next…
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Balancing Building Reuse Vs. New Housing Development
OnlineTear-down or reuse: what are the climate tradeoffs? Can we replace older housing with denser, transit oriented, and all-electric housing development? Can we limit embodied carbon impacts of new construction by building less and reusing more? How long is a…
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We Need to Talk: What if Staying is No Longer an Option?
OnlineAs climate resilience practitioners, we are focused on preventing harm to vulnerable people and places. But we know that, for many communities, the decision may one day arrive at having to move out of harm’s way. What then? What needs…
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Carbon Countdown 2025: State Support for Local Climate Initiatives
OnlineJoin Sustainable Middlesex for Carbon Countdown 2025 to hear from Senator Mike Barrett and learn how State programs are backing local climate projects! Senator Mike Barrett will give an update on the State Legislature's efforts regarding Climate Change Carbon Countdown…
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Whose Tracks Are These?
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesEven if we can't spot them directly, wild animals are active year-round at Pleasant Valley. Play fun tracking games while looking for animal tracks, homes, and other signs of activity at the sanctuary. Learn how to piece together the clues…
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Berkshire Green Drinks: “A New Vision for Protecting the Environment” with Berkshire Environmental Action Team Staff
BEAT's Environmental Leadership & Education Center 20 Chapel St, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesJoin us for our December 2025 Berkshire Green Drinks event to talk with Berkshire Environmental Action Team staff about BEAT’s important work of this past year and the work coming up for us in 2026 as we carry on the…
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“Winning on Climate in a System Stacked Against Us” Organizers’ Tales of State House Adventures from Climate Action Now
OnlineClimate Action Now and Local Energy Advocates invite climate organizers and activists statewide to join for an evening of reflection and conversation with special guest speaker Jess Nahigian. Jess has many tales to tell about life as a climate organizer…
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Tracking Winter Wildlife for Beginners
The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United StatesDive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk through fields and forests. Search for tracks, scat, and signs of the delicate but exciting interactions between predators and their prey. With any luck, we will find signs…
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Act on Climate with 350Mass Berkshires
OnlineJoin members of 350Mass, the local climate group, at their monthly zoom meetings (and sometimes in-person) for good conversation and effective action. Learn about their efforts to promote affordable renewable energy and sustainable building practices in our schools, homes, and…
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Erica Beade: Drawing on Nature – An Artist & Educator Explores Art, Science & the Natural World
OnlineErica shares her evolution as an artist and her dedication to teaching drawing as a way to help people connect with the natural world. Originally trained in the fine arts, Erica worked as a scientific illustrator for many years, which…
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Tree Planting Best Practices in the Northeast
OnlineIn the webinar, Dr. Tony D'Amato and Dr. Peter Clark from the University of Vermont will describe a new tree planting guide developed for foresters and natural resources professionals working in the Northeast titled, "Reforestation Guide: Tree Planting to Enrich,…
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Tracking Winter Wildlife for Beginners
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesDive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk through fields and forests. Search for tracks, scat, and signs of the delicate but exciting interactions between predators and their prey. With any luck, we will find signs…
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Solstice Walk & Fire at Houstonic Flats
Housatonic Flats Great Barrington, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council for a meditative walk and cozy fire on the shortest day of the year. Share warm beverages and set intentions for the New Year. Trail Details: Easy (no elevation change), 0.9-mile round-trip, slow pace What to…
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Tracking Winter Wildlife for Beginners
Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United StatesDive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk through fields and forests. Search for tracks, scat, and signs of the delicate but exciting interactions between predators and their prey. With any luck, we will find signs…
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“Reuse”
Berkshire Athenaeum 1 Wendell Ave., Pittsfield, MAEdmundo and Eduardo tell the story about Reuse in the Berkshires. Former Peace Corps Volunteer collects good used equipment here in the Berkshires and then ships this good equipment back to Guaimaca Honduras, a place he was introduced to as…
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Habitat Chat
OnlineThe Massachusetts Pollinator Network hosts monthly drop-in, informal meetings for participants from across the state to learn about topics relevant to our work, share projects, ask questions, and exchange knowledge, ideas, and updates. Whether you’re a seasoned community organizer, a…