Posted by Casey Williams on April 16th, 2008 in Bundoran Farm Events and Occasions, Education and Inspiration, Green Building, Nature/Environment
On April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans took to the streets, parks, and auditoriums to demonstrate for a healthy, sustainable environment. Earth Day celebrations are now held every year on April 22 to expand environmental awareness and promote environmental stewardship. In Charlottesville however, the celebration has evolved into a week-long experience that includes an Eco-Fair, roundtables, workshops, and movie screenings. Historic Garden Week and the EarthCraft Home Tour are also coming up later this month. Details on some of these events are provided below.
Earth Day Eco-Fair, Saturday, April 19, 10-3, Charlottesville High School
Check out what over 50 local groups are doing to address climate change and how you can join them. A schedule of events and list of participating organizations is available online at www.earthweek.org.
Energy Efficiency Roundtable, Tuesday, April 22, 7 pm CCDC
Any way you look at it, energy matters. Come hear an expert panel discuss the environmental, social and political relevance of energy efficiency today and what can be done at the individual and community level to address it. Panel is free and open to all. Light refreshments will be served.
Workshop: Residential Energy Audits Demystified, Wednesday, April 23, 6pm CCDC
Ever considered getting an energy audit? With rising energy costs hitting us hard in our wallets, now is the time to learn how to cut down your monthly utility bill while improving comfort and indoor air quality in your home. Workshop is free and open to the public.
Screening: Amory Lovins Lecture on Energy Efficient Buildings, Thursday, April 24, noon, CCDC
This is the first in a 5-part lecture series on designing for improved building performance by Rocky Mountain Institute Founder Amory Lovins at Stanford University in March 2007. Free and open to the public. Run time 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Earth Week Film Series: Crude Impact, Thursday, April 24 at 2pm, Gravity Lounge
This feature film explores the interconnection between human domination of the planet, and the discovery and use of oil. Crude Impact has been an official selection at over twenty film festivals around the world and has won numerous awards. $5 adults/kids free.
Earth Week Film Series: Kilowatt Hours, Saturday, April 26 at 2 pm, Gravity Lounge
Filmmaker Jeff Barrie takes viewers on a journey from the coal mines of West Virginia to the solar panel fields of Florida, as he discovers solutions to America’s energy related problems. Al Weed of Public Policy Virginia will lead a presentation and discussion afterwards. $5 adults/kids free
EarthCraft Home Tour, Saturday & Sunday April 19 – 20 and 26 – 27, 12:00-5:00 pm
The tour consists of 15 EarthCraft Certified Homes that exhibit a wide range of home sizes, price ranges and neighborhoods. Preview the houses, get directions, and find more information about the EarthCraft Program online at http://www.blueridgeearthcrafttour.org/. Admission is Free.
Historic Garden Week, April 19 – 27, 2008
This annual event offers open-house access to gardens of historical interest. Sponsored by The Garden Club of Virginia, tours benefit the restoration of important historic grounds and gardens throughout the state. For more information about the houses and gardens featured in this area, including the schedule, tour highlights, and ticket information, is available online at http://www.vagardenweek.org/.
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