On Tuesday, June 16th, Sustainable Lafayette will hold a 90 minute workshop on how to "Get Water Smart".   Water is one of the World's most precious resources, but the average American uses 176 gallons per day.  After two years of drought conditions in California, figuring out how to reduce water consumption, especially over the summer, is essential.  So, what are the easiest and smartest ways to cut water usage?  This workshop will feature two inspiring speakers.  Susan Handjian from EBMUD, an expert in horticulture, will explain practical water conservation techniques that can be implemented in the home and garden.   Susan will give special focus to using mulch, irrigation scheduling, and drought-resistant plants to significantly reduce outdoor watering.  Acalanes student Blake Marggraff will share what he's learned from conducting water audits and installing water saving devices at the homes of Lafayette residents for his Eagle Scout service project.  There will also be a variety of handouts available.  Don't miss this golden opportunity to "Get Water Smart"!

WHEN: Tuesday, June 16th from 7-8:30
WHERE: Our Savior's Lutheran Church (Rooms 217 & 218), 1035 Carol Lane, Lafayette, 
RSVP: to greg@sustainablelafayette.net.  Everyone that RSVPs will be entered in a raffle for water saving devices and other prizes that help conserve water.

The next Green Rheem Film Night will be on Thursday, June 11th and feature the documentary film "A Passion for Sustainability" A $14 ticket (online price) includes local wines and appetizers in the lobby starting at 6pm, followed by the movie at 7pm. More info and to purchase tickets...

Bike to Work Day is on Thursday, May 14th. The City of Lafayette’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will host a morning support station at Lafayette Plaza (corner of Mt. Diablo Blvd. & Moraga Road) in the morning and the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce will host a station at the same location in the evening. Stop by and say hello!

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The next Green Rheem Film Night will be on Thursday, May 14th and feature the documentary film "Crude Impact" A $14 ticket (online price) includes local wines and appetizers in the lobby starting at 6pm, followed by the movie at 7pm. More info and to purchase tickets...

The next Lamorinda Green Drinks will be held at the Lafayette Book Store on Tuesday, May 12th from 5-7pm. There will be wine, beer, and appetizers. Donations collected for drinks. There will also be a slide show featuring what local businesses are doing to go green. Lamorinda Green Drinks is an informal opportunity for local businesses and residents that are interested in green practices and sustainability to socialize, network and learn from one another.  More info about Green Drinks...

The 4th Annual Lamorinda Earth Day Festival will be held on Sunday, April 19th from 11-4pm at Stanley Middle School in Lafayette. This year’s theme is about “Going Local” with special zones - Eat Local, Shop Local, Power Local, Move Local, and Act Local. More info...

On Monday, March 16th there will be a special presentation and event on climate change just for kids, organized by the 5th Grade Girl Scout Troop at Lafayette Elementary School and Sustainable Lafayette. The evening will feature a presentation by Doug Grandt and Paul Valva of The Climate Project, which was developed in partnership with Girl Scouts. The program is designed for kids (especially 3rd-7th grade) and their parents and will cover what "climate change" is and what kids are doing and can do to make a difference. Kids will also share what they’re doing already in the community and there will be “By Kids, For Kids” educational displays.

WHEN: Monday, March 16th at 7-8:30 pm
WHERE: Our Savior Lutheran Church at 1035 Carol Lane in Lafayette

Admission is free, but space is limited and advance registration is required. To register, email aej@cpdb.com.

View the flyer (PDF) for more details...

The next Green Rheem Film Night will be on Thursday, March 12th and feature the documentary film "Who Kiled the Electric Car". This event is being sponsored by ClimatePath and is free. All you have to do is RSVP to an open Evite invitation:
http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/CBIIJBZRKGCVXQBMJOOF/climatepath

For more information please see the Green Rheem web page.