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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Home's Utility Bill
DESCRIPTION:November 13\, Thursday\, 6:30-7:45 pm\, Camden Public Library. CamdenCAN’s Camden Talks Climate series\, with Understanding Your Utility Bill\, with ME Community Power\, ME Climate Action Now\, and Others.  Curious about all the line items on your CMP bill? Are you a subscriber to community solar and can’t figure out those bills and how they fit with your CMP bill? \nCamdenCAN\, in conjunction with Maine Community Power Cooperative\, Maine Climate Action Now\, Maine Conservation Voters\, Our Power\, and A Climate to Thrive\, will host an evening session at the Camden Public Library to help you understand those utility bills. Emily Rochford\, of the Maine Community Power Cooperative\, will be assisted by others to explain those opaque charges. In addition\, there will be information on how to access financial assistance programs\, and how to engage in efforts to reform the electrical utility system in Maine. There will also be information about the latest proposed CMP rate hikes and what’s going on with the Maine PUC.   \nThe event will also be held via zoom. Contact the Camden Public Library for zoom registration. jsagaser@librarycamden.org \nBring your utility bill to get one-on-one help to understand the charges.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/understanding-your-homes-utility-bill/
LOCATION:Camden Public Library\, 55 Main Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden,Camden Library,Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN,Climate/Civic Events,Energy,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T173000
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SUMMARY:Energy Coach Training - Home Electrification
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday November 6\, from 5:30-7:00 p.m.\, a technical expert from ReVision Energy will explain why a growing number of households are switching to electricity for their home heating\, water heating\, ranges and more. Learn about what to consider in transitioning your home to electric\, what incentives are available\, and how this change may affect our electric grid. Parker Room of the Rockport Opera House at 6 Central Street.  \nFree and open to the public. \nPresenters are providing these community programs for educational purposes\, and the Energy Coaching Program is not affiliated with any specific contractors. Homeowners seeking qualified energy professionals can review Efficiency Maine’s list of registered vendors at https://www.efficiencymaine.com/at-home/vendor-locator/. These presentations are part of the State’s Community Resilience Partnership two-year Community Action Grant\, awarded to the Towns of Camden and Rockport. \nFor more information about the Camden Rockport energy coaching program\, go to CamdenCAN.org/energy-coaching or email energyprogram@rockportme.gov. \n\nWant to get involved?\nClick here to volunteer as an Energy Coach\nClick here if you’d like a coach to visit your home
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/energy-coach-training-home-electrification/
LOCATION:Rockport Opera House–Parker Room\, 6 Central Street\, Rockport\, ME\, 04856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden,CamdenCAN,Climate/Civic Events,Energy,Home
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ORGANIZER;CN="Camden Rockport Energy Resilience Grant":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20251030T181722Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T181722Z
UID:3021-1761849000-1765396800@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Energy Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:Energy Coaching–A Way to Help Your Neighbors\nThe Energy Coach initiative is a two-year pilot that targets the #2 source of emissions in midcoast Maine: our buildings. \nThe program’s primary purpose is to demonstrate that personal assistance can increase acceptance of carbon-cutting actions by looking at the whole house and making the process easier for consumers. The program will assess best practices\, focus on the challenges faced by Rockport and Camden’s underserved populations\, and help demonstrate how the program is scalable for other Maine communities. \n\n  \nHow the Coaching Process Works\nEnergy Coaches are a free person-to-person service to Camden and Rockport residents. \nCoaches are volunteers whose role is to facilitate the process of home energy updates by helping residents take the first step and by making it easier to take a project all the way to completion. Coaches are trained by industry professionals such as All Around Home Performance\, Efficiency Maine\, HeatSmart Alliance of Massachusetts\, and local professionals in the field. \nCoaches are backed up by expert sources for questions outside of the coaches’ training. They share knowledge in a peer learning approach. In addition\, the program is developing a trusted list of local professionals\, based on our experiences with them\, that we can share with our clients. \nWhat a Coach Does  \n\nReviews options and translates terms that are unfamiliar\, including information on energy saving strategies such as energy audits\, weatherization\, heat pumps\, and solar;\nProvides information on financial incentives;\nGuides a resident through the energy and building review process\, sets expectations\, and follows up at each stage;\nWrites a comprehensive visit report;\nCollects data on coach-assisted actions taken;\nEngages in ongoing training and information sharing with other coaches;\nFollows up as needed to assist in plan implementation.\n\n\nWant to get involved?\nClick here to volunteer as an Energy Coach\nClick here if you’d like a coach to visit your home.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/energy-coaching/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Energy
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T200000
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SUMMARY:Camden Talks Climate - Household Energy Improvements
DESCRIPTION:The Camden Public Library will host a Camden Talks Climate program called “Your Home as an Energy System\, and Ways to Improve It\,”  with Brian Robinson\, a local Building Performance Institute Building Analyst with decades of energy improvement experience. Robinson will encourage you to think about your home as an energy system\, helping you find new ways to save money\, increase comfort\, and reduce greenhouse gas pollution. He’ll discuss air\, moisture\, and thermal barriers in your home\, and how weatherizing\, insulating\, and air sealing can improve comfort and yieldsignificant savings while preparing your home for next steps. \nIn addition\, a representative from the nonprofit WindowDressers will explain how their window inserts can help seal drafty windows. \nFlyers about the many state incentives for home energy upgrades will be available. This session will be recorded and available on the library website. Presented as part of the State’s Community Resilience Partnership two-year Community Action Grant\, awarded to the Towns of Camden and Rockport.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/camden-talks-climate-household-energy-improvements/
LOCATION:Camden Public Library\, 55 Main Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Camden Rockport Energy Resilience Grant":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T183000
DTSTAMP:20251008T172323Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Coaching Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Informational Session Monday October 27th\,  5-6:30 p.m. at Flatbread Pizza in Rockport. Come and eat pizza and learn more about the new energy coach training session starting October 30. The program is funded from a Community Resilience Grant awarded to the towns of Camden and Rockport\, the Rockport Conservation Commission and CamdenCAN. \nFor more information visit https://www.camdencan.org/energy-coaching/ \nEmail questions to: conservation@rockportmaine.gov
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/energy-coaching-informational-session/
LOCATION:Flatbread Pizza\, 399 Commercial St\, Rockport\, ME\, 04856\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Camden Rockport Energy Resilience Grant":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T210000
DTSTAMP:20250911T170534Z
CREATED:20250907T222841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T170534Z
UID:3067-1758999600-1759006800@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Good Trouble Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come hear good music and support a great cause. Event hosted by award-winning musicians John and Rachel Nicholas and featuring the music of Lisa Redfern. $15 tickets purchased at the event. Benefitting CamdenCAN(ClimateActionNow). \n 
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/good-trouble-benefit-concert/
LOCATION:Pascal Hall\, 86 Pascal Ave\, Rockport\, ME\, 04856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20250826T150802Z
CREATED:20250825T173303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T150802Z
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SUMMARY:CamdenCAN’s Food Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sept 5 & 7\, 2025 \n11 gardens. Nearly 100 visitors already signed up. Are you in?\nFrom lush veggie patches to fruit-filled corners\, from playful flower mixes to clever hay-bale beds — Camden & Rockport growers are opening their gates and sharing their secrets. \nWhy come?\n\nGet inspired to grow your own food\nLearn tips for unpredictable weather\nMeet your gardening neighbors\nSee how small spaces can grow BIG harvests\n\nWhen:\nFriday\, Sept 5 & Sunday\, Sept 7\n(Some gardens open mornings\, some afternoons\, some all day!) \nHow:\nSign up at camdencan.org → Food Garden Tour page\nGet your password for our interactive map & garden list \nSee more Info & Photos \nLet’s grow more food\, more community\, and more resilience — together.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/camdencans-food-garden-tour/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Climate/Civic Events,Garden Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20250826T150644Z
CREATED:20250821T145630Z
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SUMMARY:Climate conversations -8-26
DESCRIPTION:Join neighbors concerned about our climate future in small\, facilitated conversation circles. This is also a great way to network and engage with action teams working locally. \nCamden Climate Conversations takes place on second and fourth Tuesdays\, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Picker Room at Camden Public Library. \nThis is informal\, designed to help us get to know one another and find ways to talk about the climate crisis. There will be resources for guided discussion\, including podcasts\, articles\, and books\, as decided by each group. The goal is to help one another explore living in this remarkable period. Making connections about climate is a powerful way to build resilience. Free and open to all! \nTo get on the Climate Conversation mailing list\, email camdencan2025@gmail.com\, with Climate Conversation in the Subject line. \nCamdenCAN is a citizen-led organization committed to reducing Camden’s climate change through local action\, education\, advocacy\, and resources. \nDATES:\nMAY  13 & 27 \nJUNE  10 & 24 \nJULY  8 & 22 \nAUGUST 12 & 26
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/climate-conversations-8-26/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Climate Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20250826T150748Z
CREATED:20250811T173750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T150748Z
UID:2982-1755014400-1755018000@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Climate conversations -8-12
DESCRIPTION:Join neighbors concerned about our climate future in small\, facilitated conversation circles. This is also a great way to network and engage with action teams working locally. \nCamden Climate Conversations takes place on second and fourth Tuesdays\, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Picker Room at Camden Public Library. \nThis is informal\, designed to help us get to know one another and find ways to talk about the climate crisis. There will be resources for guided discussion\, including podcasts\, articles\, and books\, as decided by each group. The goal is to help one another explore living in this remarkable period. Making connections about climate is a powerful way to build resilience. Free and open to all! \nTo get on the Climate Conversation mailing list\, email camdencan2025@gmail.com\, with Climate Conversation in the Subject line. \nCamdenCAN is a citizen-led organization committed to reducing Camden’s climate change through local action\, education\, advocacy\, and resources. \nDATES:\nMAY  13 & 27 \nJUNE  10 & 24 \nJULY  8 & 22 \nAUGUST 12 & 26
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/climate-conversations-8-12/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Climate Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T163000
DTSTAMP:20250531T223459Z
CREATED:20250531T220255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T223459Z
UID:2398-1749308400-1749313800@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Seed Library Launch
DESCRIPTION:Witness the unveiling of the brand-new Seed Library\, hear from and chat with seed-growing and seed-saving experts\, participate in a community seed swap\, learn how to make your own DIY seed packets out of scrap paper\, and more. \nCamden Seed Library currently has herbs\, vegetables\, and flowers of many kinds from Arugula to Zinnia and many varieties in between. \nThe mission of the Camden Seed Library is to be a central point for sharing seeds and gardening resources to support efforts at biodiversity and self-sufficiency in the local community. See more here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/seed-library-launch/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Camden Public Library":MAILTO:info@librarycamden.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T160000
DTSTAMP:20250523T184727Z
CREATED:20250523T184027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T184727Z
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SUMMARY:SEA Fair
DESCRIPTION:SEA Fair\, at the Camden Middle School\nStewardship Education Alliance\, sponsored by the Maine Forest Service\nMay 30\, Friday\, noon – 4pm. \nCamdenCAN will have tomato seedlings for all interested students! \nLast year representatives of 21 environmental organizations had tables. \nStudents from Camden Hills High School and the Watershed School helped prepare and run student activities. \nOf the approximately 500 attendees last year\, about 100 were adult members of the larger community and 400 were students and staff members at CRMS.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/sea-fair/
LOCATION:Camden Middel School\, 34 Knowlton St\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate/Civic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T170000
DTSTAMP:20250611T152642Z
CREATED:20250523T181934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T152642Z
UID:2242-1748361600-1748365200@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Climate conversations
DESCRIPTION:Join neighbors concerned about our climate future in small\, facilitated conversation circles. This is also a great way to network and engage with action teams working locally. \nCamden Climate Conversations takes place on second and fourth Tuesdays\, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Picker Room at Camden Public Library. \nThis is informal\, designed to help us get to know one another and find ways to talk about the climate crisis. There will be resources for guided discussion\, including podcasts\, articles\, and books\, as decided by each group. The goal is to help one another explore living in this remarkable period. Making connections about climate is a powerful way to build resilience. Free and open to all! \nTo get on the Climate Conversation mailing list\, email camdencan2025@gmail.com\, with Climate Conversation in the Subject line. \nCamdenCAN is a citizen-led organization committed to reducing Camden’s climate change through local action\, education\, advocacy\, and resources. \nDATES:\nMAY  13 & 27 \nJUNE  10 & 24 \nJULY  8 & 22 \nAUGUST 12 & 26
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/climate-conversations-may27/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Climate Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T193000
DTSTAMP:20250523T190520Z
CREATED:20250512T184832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T190520Z
UID:2253-1747333800-1747337400@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Green Burial
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Green Burial\nMay 15\, Thursday\, 6:30 pm\, Camden Public Library. \nwith Jean Matlack\,a member of the nonprofit Midcoast Maine Green Burial (MMGB). \nMMGB is a local\, grassroots volunteer organization formed to promote the creation of a green burial cemetery in Knox\, Waldo\, or Lincoln County\, Maine. \nJean will present about the basics of green burial\, “a way of caring for the dead with minimal environmental impact that aids in the conservation of natural resources\, the reduction of carbon emissions\, the protection of worker health\, and the restoration and protection of habitat.” \nAfter the presentation\, there will also be an opportunity to speak with members of Midcoast Maine Green Burial.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/introduction-to-green-burial/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T194500
DTSTAMP:20250420T195825Z
CREATED:20250416T194631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T195825Z
UID:1798-1746556200-1746560700@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Camden’s Forests
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, 6:30-7:45 pm\, Camden Public Library. Camden Talks Climate event: Camden’s Forests as a Lens on Maine’s Changing Climate with Ivan J. Fernandez\, Professor Emeritus and Climate Research Scientist in the School of Forest Resources. \nCamden is blessed to share a border with a well-forested state park. While we’re sure you knew about the park\, do you also know that\, in addition to being a treasured natural resource\, our state park also provides solutions to many of the challenges presented by a warming world? \nIn the last Camden Talks Climate event of the spring\, Fernandez will explore how climate change affects forests\, including the ways in which forest management responds to those changes\, and how forests contribute to climate solutions. He’ll also briefly discuss the 2024 quadrennial update of the Maine Climate Action Plan—Maine Won’t Wait 2.0—including its seven overarching strategies for Maine action on greenhouse gas mitigation\, climate adaptation\, and building resilience in our communities and ecosystems.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/camdens-forests/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T180000
DTSTAMP:20250420T220147Z
CREATED:20250416T194358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T220147Z
UID:1793-1745341200-1745344800@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:In Transition 6
DESCRIPTION:CamdenCAN Reading and Discussion Group\, In Transition. Our bi-monthly reading group explores ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. Together\, we’ll tackle topics like creating home and community gardens\, mastering water wisdom\, finding energy solutions\, fostering local livelihoods and wealth\, embracing bioregionalism\, and rethinking governance. \nBring your curiosity\, your ideas\, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future. (You don’t need to have attended other sessions\, drop-ins are welcome!) Led by Joline Blais\, who researches regenerative design\, teaches permaculture\, and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. See also here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/in-transition-6/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN,Reading Group
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20250427T215908Z
CREATED:20250416T194018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T215908Z
UID:1790-1745280000-1745366399@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Happy Earth Day!  A time to reflect\, reconnect\, and take action for our planet. Whether you’re passionate about climate change\, sustainability\, or simply love the outdoors\, spend earth day appreciating the great outdoors.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/earth-day/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T160000
DTSTAMP:20250420T214930Z
CREATED:20250416T193714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T214930Z
UID:1788-1745247600-1745251200@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Reconciling with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, 3-4 pm\, via zoom. Reconciling with Resilience: How Maine Can Bounce Back From Floods Emmett Gartner\, Maine Monitor. \nCo-sponsors: Maine Climate Science Information Exchange; Ecology & Environmental Sciences\, UMaine; Dept. of Communication & Journalism\, UMaine; Civil & Environmental Engineering\, UMaine
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/reconciling-with-resilience/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T193000
DTSTAMP:20250416T194931Z
CREATED:20250402T203115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T194931Z
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SUMMARY:Cleaner Green Homes
DESCRIPTION:Rockport Public Library\, Cleaner Greener Homes: Climate Friendly Buildings. Speakers: Andrew Frederick\, Founder\, Croft Builders; and Danny Salomon\, Habitat for Humanity\, Second Story Builders. This talk will explore local approaches to building climate-friendly housing\, as well as the state’s climate plan for sustainable buildings and housing. We’ll talk about building zero-carbon houses with low-carbon materials\, as well as “circular construction”—an alternative to traditional demolition that repurposes and reuses building materials. By highlighting these strategies\, the discussion will showcase how individuals can help expand housing while being planet-friendly.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/cleaner-green-homes/
LOCATION:Rockport Public Library\, 1 Limerock St\, Rockport\, ME\, 04856\, United States
CATEGORIES:CamdenCAN,Home,Rockport Library
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T194500
DTSTAMP:20250410T155508Z
CREATED:20250402T202427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155508Z
UID:1463-1744137000-1744141500@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Gardening Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Camden Public Library. Another in our Camden Talks Climate series: Backyard Gardening Adventures for Biodiversity\, Resiliency\, Food\, and Fun. Camden gardener Anna Dembska shares stories\, techniques\, and tips from her experiments in turning her undersized\, once-neglected yard into a thriving\, evolving environment providing nourishment both physical and psychic. Topics include: rapid\, inexpensive\, low-input yard-to-garden transformation; seed saving and promiscuous pollination to develop locally thriving plants for food in a changing environment; and freely incorporating elements of permaculture\, native planting\, and community for maximum success and enjoyment. The evening will also include some hands-on activities\, including creating your own seedling pots from sustainable materials. In person and via zoom. See poster below\, and more here and register via zoom here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/backyard-gardening-adventures/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000
DTSTAMP:20250410T153628Z
CREATED:20250401T210023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T153628Z
UID:1644-1744131600-1744135200@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:In Transition 5
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, Every Other Week until April\, 5-5:45 pm\, Camden Public Library\, CamdenCAN Reading and Discussion Group\, In Transition. Our bi-monthly reading group explores ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. (Via the Internet Archive you can read the book online here.) \nTogether\, we’ll tackle topics like creating home and community gardens\, mastering water wisdom\, finding energy solutions\, fostering local livelihoods and wealth\, embracing bioregionalism\, and rethinking governance. Bring your curiosity\, your ideas\, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future. \nLed by Joline Blais. Joline researches regenerative design\, teaches permaculture\, and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. See also here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/in-transition-5/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,CamdenCAN,In Transition,Reading Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T180000
DTSTAMP:20250410T153136Z
CREATED:20250320T195235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T153136Z
UID:647-1743350400-1743357600@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Rockport’s Climate Future
DESCRIPTION:Rockport Opera House. Rising Tides\, Lifting All Boats: Visualizing Rockport’s Climate Future. Join the Rockport Conservation Commission (RCC) for a special evening at the Rockport Opera House! Experience complex climate data transformed into an engaging artistic performance by the Halcyon Quartet. This innovative event will feature data from Rockport’s vulnerability assessments and GHG emissions study. Learn about the town’s climate resilience efforts and enjoy a post-show panel discussion with local experts. There will be a happy hour featuring businesses that prioritize sustainable practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect\, and commit to climate action in Rockport!
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/rockports-climate-future/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Arts,Climate/Civic Events,Opera House,Rockport Conservation Commission (RCC)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTSTAMP:20250410T152150Z
CREATED:20250319T195743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T152150Z
UID:653-1743033600-1743119999@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Maine Sustainability and Water Conference
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, all day\, Augusta\, Mitchell Center\, 2025 Maine Sustainability and Water Conference. The Maine Sustainability & Water Conference provides an annual forum where professionals\, researchers\, consultants\, citizens\, students\, regulators\, and planners gather to exchange information and present new findings on sustainability and water resource issues in Maine. Launched in 1994 by UMaine’s Senator George J. Mitchell Center with a primary focus on the future of Maine’s water resources\, the conference has grown to incorporate topics related to many of the sustainability challenges facing Maine\, including issues related to climate change\, energy futures\, agriculture\, forestry\, fisheries\, tourism\, and municipal planning. The conference attracts a broad audience of close to 500 participants from across the state.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/maine-sustainability-and-water-conference/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Augusta,CamdenCAN,Mitchell Center,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000
DTSTAMP:20250410T150819Z
CREATED:20250311T153005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T150819Z
UID:1260-1742922000-1742925600@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:In Transition 4
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, Every Other Week until April\, 5-5:45 pm\, Camden Public Library\, CamdenCAN Reading and Discussion Group\, In Transition. Our bi-monthly reading group explores ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. (Via the Internet Archive you can read the book online here.) \nTogether\, we’ll tackle topics like creating home and community gardens\, mastering water wisdom\, finding energy solutions\, fostering local livelihoods and wealth\, embracing bioregionalism\, and rethinking governance. Bring your curiosity\, your ideas\, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future. \nLed by Joline Blais. Joline researches regenerative design\, teaches permaculture\, and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. See also here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/in-transition-4/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,CamdenCAN,In Transition,Reading Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T180000
DTSTAMP:20250410T150819Z
CREATED:20250311T152803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T150819Z
UID:1258-1741712400-1741716000@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:In Transition 3
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, Every Other Week until April\, 5-5:45 pm\, Camden Public Library\, CamdenCAN Reading and Discussion Group\, In Transition. Our bi-monthly reading group explores ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. (Via the Internet Archive you can read the book online here.) \nTogether\, we’ll tackle topics like creating home and community gardens\, mastering water wisdom\, finding energy solutions\, fostering local livelihoods and wealth\, embracing bioregionalism\, and rethinking governance. Bring your curiosity\, your ideas\, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future. \nLed by Joline Blais. Joline researches regenerative design\, teaches permaculture\, and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. See also here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/in-transition-3/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,CamdenCAN,In Transition,Reading Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T194500
DTSTAMP:20250410T144001Z
CREATED:20250219T204721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T144001Z
UID:645-1741284000-1741290300@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:How to Instigate Action
DESCRIPTION:Camden Public Library. \nCamden Talks Climate “How to Instigate Action on Climate Change\,” with Kerry Emanuel\, MIT Professor Emeritus of Atmospheric Science at MIT. Property insurance rates are skyrocketing in Camden and nationwide due in large part to catastrophes like wildfires in Los Angeles and hurricanes in Florida that are caused or worsened by climate change. Yet the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change continue to rise\, and little is being done to adapt infrastructure to handle the change. Emanuel argues that this inaction and\, even worse\, migration from less risky to more risky places\, are natural consequences of tax and insurance systems that subsidize building and rebuilding in high-risk locations. Professor Emanuel will present ideas for reversing this migration and sensible measures to deal with our changing climate.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/how-to-instigate-action/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN,Climate/Civic Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T103000
DTSTAMP:20250219T210147Z
CREATED:20250219T205432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T210147Z
UID:650-1740646800-1740652200@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Committee Hearings to Remove Net Energy Billing Incentives for Solar
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, 9:00 am\, Augusta State House\, live and via zoom\, Committee Hearings to Remove Net Energy Billing Incentives for Solar. Many thanks to readers who have already submitted testimony regarding NEB. There were only two bills opposing net billing—now there are five: LD 32\, LD 257\, LD 359\, LD 450\, LD 515. Read the bills\, submit testimony. It’s easy and it makes a big difference. See more information on the matter at this page from A Climate to Thrive.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/committee-hearings-to-remove-net-energy-billing-incentives-for-solar/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:CamdenCAN,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T174500
DTSTAMP:20250410T150819Z
CREATED:20250219T204418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T150819Z
UID:642-1740502800-1740505500@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:In Transition 2
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, Every Other Week until April\, 5-5:45 pm\, Camden Public Library\, CamdenCAN Reading and Discussion Group\, In Transition. Our bi-monthly reading group explores ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. (Via the Internet Archive you can read the book online here.) Together\, we’ll tackle topics like creating home and community gardens\, mastering water wisdom\, finding energy solutions\, fostering local livelihoods and wealth\, embracing bioregionalism\, and rethinking governance. Bring your curiosity\, your ideas\, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future. Led by Joline Blais. Joline researches regenerative design\, teaches permaculture\, and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. See also here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/in-transition-2/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,CamdenCAN,In Transition,Reading Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T194500
DTSTAMP:20250219T210243Z
CREATED:20250219T204233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T210243Z
UID:637-1740076200-1740080700@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Saving Walden's World
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, 6:30-7:45 pm\, Camden Public Library. Screening of Belfast filmmaker Jim Merkel’s Saving Walden’s World as part of the free monthly series Camden Talks Climate. The showing will be followed by a Q&A and audience discussion with Merkel and Camden-based permaculture educator Joline Blais. \nThe award-winning film tells the compelling story of how individuals and communities can make profound impacts on the planet. Saving Walden’s World explores the urgent need for ecological balance through stories of resilience\, sustainability\, and hope in Slovenia\, Cuba\, and Kerala\, India. The film challenges us to rethink our relationship with nature\, empowering us to take meaningful actions for a healthier\, more harmonious world. \nJim Merkel is a filmmaker\, author\, and educator who moved from military weapons development to rural homesteading. His book Radical Simplicity empowers readers to create a globally equitable way of life. Jim worked as Dartmouth College’s Sustainability Coordinator and volunteers with the Sierra Club and other community organizations. He and his partner Susan Cutting and their child Walden live off-the-grid\, growing much of their food\, in a home they built in Belfast\, Maine. See more here and here.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/saving-waldens-world/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,Camden Talks Climate,CamdenCAN,Climate/Civic Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T180000
DTSTAMP:20250204T195801Z
CREATED:20250201T195749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T195801Z
UID:89-1738773000-1738778400@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:Camden Harbor Resilience Visioning Session
DESCRIPTION:Richardson Associates will share the outcomes of the survey and conversations to date and present preliminary high-level harbor visioning alternatives that provide resilience in different concept plans.  \nThey’ll seek community input on these alternatives to better understand the community’s preferences before shaping final recommendations.  \nThis interactive session will have each alternative printed in a large format so folks can comment and identify strengths and weaknesses\, using stickers dots and post-it notes. They’ll break the project area into six different sections called “reaches.”  \nParticipants will be asked to comment and prioritize the resilience strategies they like best in each reach\, rather than simply picking option A or option B. Refreshments and child care will be provided.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/camden-harbor-resilience-visioning-session/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,CamdenCAN,Harbor
ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T180000
DTSTAMP:20250410T150819Z
CREATED:20250120T202941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T150819Z
UID:103-1738083600-1738087200@www.camdencan.org
SUMMARY:In Transition 1
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off 2025 with an inspiring screening of “In Transition 2.0\,” a thought-provoking film that explores how many towns are building stronger\, more connected communities. \nAfterward\, dive deeper with our bi-monthly reading group\, exploring ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. Together\, we’ll tackle topics like creating home and community gardens\, mastering water wisdom\, finding energy solutions\, fostering local livelihoods and wealth\, embracing bioregionalism\, and rethinking governance. \nBring your curiosity\, your ideas\, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future. Led by Joline Blais. Joline researches regenerative design\, teaches permaculture\, and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. \nFree viewing of The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway via Internet archive.
URL:https://www.camdencan.org/event/in-transition-1/
LOCATION:90 Mechanic Street\, Camden (for 11/11 only)\, 90 Mechanic Street\, Camden\, ME\, 04843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camden Library,In Transition,Reading Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="CamdenCAN":MAILTO:camdencan2025@gmail.com
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