Events

Can new technologies reverse global warming? With the Green Sofa Series you watch the month’s selected film at your leisure from the comfort of your own sofa. Then join a free Zoom presentation and interactive discussion to explore the film's topic m

We know we should be biking more; it's a fun, zero-carbon emissions way to get around. But why don't we? Bike needs fixing? Not sure how to navigate on city streets? Wondering if it will take too long or you're not in good enough shape? Our guests wi

A unique, monthly environmental film series. Participation is free, easy and fun! Watch the month’s selected film at your leisure from the comfort of your own sofa. Then join a one-hour Zoom discussion to explore the film’s topics more deeply, often

With the pandemic, the plastic industry successfully exploited the crisis to rollback efforts that reduced single-use plastics and to elicit fear and uncertainty around the safety of durable reusable items. Join the Ecology Center for a virtual, forw

This summer, Sustainable Leaders in Action (SLIA) is hosting Operation Green: Mission Possible, a three-week interactive program for 8-11 year olds!  Six in-person or zoom missions will be offered—sign up for one or all! Your child will become an age

Join us for this online FREE live broadcast every month as we interview special guests, share the latest tips and provide the inspiration, education, and camaraderie that will help us all live resilient lives in times of uncertainty.

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Join 350 Contra Costa and hear directly from local elected climate leaders on the challenges and opportunities for making a difference in climate and environmental justice.  Moderated by Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia, the panel of local e

A unique, monthly environmental film series. Participation is free, easy and fun! Watch the month’s selected film at your leisure from the comfort of your own sofa. Then join a one-hour Zoom discussion to explore the film’s topics more deeply, often

Investment, production, and adoption of electric vehicles is soaring, and nowhere faster than in the Bay Area.

Join us for a presentation covering all the basics of EV ownership. Topics to be covered:

• The benefits of EVs
• Government rebates (up to $1

Learn what neighbors are doing with their homes to combat climate change, improve air quality, generate clean energy, and move towards a safer, healthier, greener future. Each tour segment consists of a 10-minute video tour followed by a live 10-minu

Here in California, droughts are part of our natural weather cycles. But when drought conditions persist for long periods of time, it can significantly impact plant health in a number of ways. Lack of water limits a plant’s ability to produce food, a

Looking for free summertime recreation, fun for the whole family? Check out 511 Contra Costa’s Summer Bike Challenge. June-August, riders of all ages can explore their hometowns on two wheels. Simply bike to each destination and cross off the squares

Join us for this online FREE live broadcast every month as we interview special guests, share the latest tips and provide the inspiration, education, and camaraderie that will help us all live resilient lives in times of uncertainty.

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Registration is now open for the free, virtual Seventeenth Annual Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour, the last day of which will take place on Sunday May 23, 2021 from 10:00 to 3:00.  Following the garden tour a companion event, the virtual Green

Rides! Swag! Love! Bike to Wherever Day promises fun and rewards for everyone from newbies to old pros. 

Pledge to ride on May 21 for Bike to Wherever Day! You’ll get a map of energizer stations, a digital goody bag, and self-guided rides to celebrat

“Lafayette resident, Papa John Kiefer, will, again, offer a ZOOM workshop on “Sustainable Coop Principles and Construction.

Workshop is free and will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2021.  6:00 - 7:00pm

Registration is required, and here is the link to

Think you can’t afford an EV? Think again! Learn about the many financial assistance programs available to income-qualifying consumers, including the Clean Cars for All grant, Clean Vehicle Assistance grant, and county-specific programs. Afterwards,

Registration is now open for the free, virtual Seventeenth Annual Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour, which will take place on Sundays  May 16, and 23, 2021 from 10:00 to 3:00.  Following the garden tour a companion event, the virtual Green Home