March 2008 Newsletter San Francisco Bay Area Women's Environmental Network

Women’s Environmental Network
MARCH 2008 NEWSLETTER

www.wencal.org
There are 1,491 WEN members – keep the list growing!
The WEN Newsletter goes out on the 15th of each month. Send your announcements, events
and job listings to info@wencal.org.
GUIDELINES FOR NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS:
ONE PAGE MAXIMUM. Job listings must include contact information, job location and
deadline. Please email submissions as either a Word attachment (preferred) or in the e-mail’s
text. Thank you!
IN THIS NEWSLETTER:
ANNOUNCEMENTS..................................................................................................................... 5
Calling New WEN Board Members!.......................................................................................... 5
WEN Member Spotlight ............................................................................................................. 5
Help Me Rhonda! Help Help Me Rhonda! ................................................................................ 5
Architects / Designers / Planners for Social Responsibility: The Big One Connectivity Series 5
Announcement: The June 2008 Transformative Advocacy Delegation to the U.S. Southwest . 5
Workshops: Solar Living Institute .............................................................................................. 6
WEN Email List.......................................................................................................................... 6
EVENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Workshop: "Lead-Safe Painting & Remodeling": Monday, March 17, 2008 ............................ 7
Lecture: The Market Value and Cost of Solar Photovoltaic ElectricityProduction: Monday,
March 17, 2008 ........................................................................................................................... 7
Talk: Amphibians & Pesticides - Why Humans Should Be Concerned: Monday, March 17,
2008............................................................................................................................................. 7
Talk: The History of Gardening in the United States: Monday, March 17, 2008 ...................... 7
Public Hearing: "Stop the Bombplex": Tuesday, March 18, 2008 ............................................. 8
Panel: Are Pesticides Poisoning Our Children's Future?: Tuesday, March 18, 2008................. 8
National Nutrition Month Events at the Tuesday Berkeley Farmers' Market: Tuesday, March
18, 2008....................................................................................................................................... 8
Sustainability Tools and Green Building: Tuesday, March 18, 2008......................................... 8
Seminar: "Road Diets": Wednesday, March 19, 2008................................................................ 9
Meeting: Diesel Particulate Matter Exposure Assessment Study: Wednesday, March 19, 20089
Panel: Greening Your Career: Wednesday, March 19, 2008...................................................... 9
East Bay Green Drinks: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 ............................................................... 9
Meeting: SF Green Professionals Guild: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 ..................................... 9
Public Hearing: "Stop the Bombplex": Wednesday, March 19, 2008 ...................................... 10
Ocean Protection Council Public Forum on Fisheries: Wednesday, March 19, 2008.............. 10
Panel: Microwave Radiation: The Shadow Side of the Wireless Revolution: Wednesday,
March 19, 2008 ......................................................................................................................... 10
Presidio School of Management Open House: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 .......................... 10
Early Puberty: Why Are Our Girls Growing Up so Fast? Thursday, March 20, 2008............ 11
Forum: The West Berkeley Plan and Sustainability: Thursday, March 20, 2008 .................... 11
Seminar: The Key to the 2007 California Codes: Thursday, March 20, 2008 ......................... 11
Spotted Owl Habitat Restoration at Muir Woods: Thursday, March 20, 2008 ........................ 11
The Natural History of the Klamath-Siskiyou Bioregion: Thursday, March 20, 2008 ............ 11
Workshop: CEQA and Climate Change: Thursday, March 20, 2008....................................... 12
Stomp the Stumps! Benefit Dance Party: Friday, March 21, 2008 .......................................... 12
Volunteer: SPAWN Native Plant Nursery: Friday, March 21, 2008........................................ 12
Registration Deadline: Bioassessment Volunteer Training: Friday, March 21, 2008 .............. 12
Common Vision Fruit Tree Tour -- Bay Area: Friday, March 21, 2008 - Tuesday, April 15,
2008........................................................................................................................................... 13
Green Building 101: Sustainable Sites & Ecological Landscaping: Saturday, March 22, 2008
................................................................................................................................................... 13
Workshop: Bountiful Container Gardening: Saturday, March 22, 2008 .................................. 13
Workshop: "Native Plants": Saturday, March 22, 2008 ........................................................... 13
Workshop: Spring Gardening Ideas: Saturday, March 22, 2008 .............................................. 13
Ferment Change! A Benefit for West Oakland's City Slicker Farms: Saturday, March 22, 2008
................................................................................................................................................... 14
Green Building 101: Sustainable Sites and Ecological Landscaping: Saturday, March 22, 2008
................................................................................................................................................... 14
Volunteer: Habitat Restoration at San Geronimo Creek: Saturday, March 22, 2008............... 14
Volunteer: Quail Habitat Restoration: Saturday, March 22, 2008............................................ 14
Workshop: Using Native Plants in the Garden: Saturday, March 22, 2008 ............................. 14
Occidental Arts & Ecology Garden Tour: Saturday, March 22, 2008...................................... 14
Drumming, Dancing, Digging: Common Vision Fruit Tree Tour: Saturday, March 22, 2008 15
Panel Discussion: Food, Farming, and the Future: Saturday, March 22, 2008 ........................ 15
Learn to Drive a Bike! Family Bicycle Safety Workshop: Saturday, March 22, 2008 ............ 15
Volunteer: Kayak and Restoration Trip to the Marin Islands: Saturday, March 22, 2008 ....... 15
Volunteer: Tree Care with Friends of the Urban Forest: Saturday, March 22, 2008 ............... 15
Volunteer: Remove Non-native Plants: Saturday, March 22, 2008.......................................... 15
Workshop for Children: Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs: Saturday, March 22, 2008................... 16
Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve: Every Saturday &
Sunday, March 15 - June 8 ....................................................................................................... 16
Party with Grandmothers for the Oaks: Sunday, March 23, 2008............................................ 16
Cafe Night: Cooking for Peace - The Food Not Bombs Presentation: Sunday, March 23, 2008
................................................................................................................................................... 16
Conversations at the Herbst Theatre: Bill McKibben: Monday, March 24, 2008.................... 16
Water Conservation Showcase: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 ...................................................... 17
Technical Workshop: Nutrient Load - Water Quality Impact Modeling: Tuesday, March 25,
2008........................................................................................................................................... 17
Wanted: Environmental Writing, Art and Photography by Youth: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 17
Talk: "Rebuilding Cities in Balance with Nature": Tuesday, March 25, 2008......................... 17
Roundtable Discussion: Cities Addressing their Urban Sustainability Challenges: Tuesday,
March 25, 2008 ......................................................................................................................... 18
Water Conservation Showcase: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 ...................................................... 18
National Nutrition Month Events at the Tuesday Berkeley Farmers' Market: Tuesday, March
25, 2008..................................................................................................................................... 18
Workshop: Green Home Energy Retrofits: Tuesday, March 25, 2008..................................... 18
Talk: Twin Peaks Bioregion and the Natural Areas Program: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 .. 19
Booksigning and Lecture with Eric Corey Freed: Thursday, March 27, 2008......................... 19
Talk: Anatomy of a Green Building: Thursday, March 27, 2008............................................. 19
Better Living Show in Portland: Friday, March 28, 2008 - Sunday, March 30, 2008.............. 19
Application Deadline: LIF Public Policy Fellowship Program: Friday, March 28, 2008 ........ 20
Volunteer: SPAWN Native Plant Nursery: Friday, March 28, 2008........................................ 20
Radical Eco-Feminist West Coast Spring Tour 2008: Friday, March 28, 2008 ....................... 20
Urban Earth Activist Training: The Resourceful City: Water: Friday, March 28, 2008 .......... 20
Workshop: Sidewalk Landscaping: Saturday, March 29, 2008................................................ 20
Volunteer: Native Planting at Eden Landing: Saturday, March 29, 2008 ................................ 20
Volunteer: Weed Removal at Cerrito Creek: Saturday, March 29, 2008 ................................. 21
Class: "Solar Power Basics for Residential Customers": Saturday, March 29, 2008............... 21
Workshop: "Go Native - Planting for Pollinators": Saturday, March 29, 2008 ....................... 21
Volunteer: Miraloma Tree Planting with Friends of the Urban Forest: Saturday, March 29,
2008........................................................................................................................................... 21
2
Workshop: "Gardening from the Ground Up": Saturday, March 29, 2008 .............................. 21
Workshop: City Chickens and City Ducks: Saturday, March 29, 2008 ................................... 21
Volunteer: Mission Tree Care with Friends of the Urban Forest: Saturday, March 29, 2008.. 22
Workshop: Starting Your Spring Garden: Saturday, March 29, 2008...................................... 22
2nd Annual Lakeshore Neighborhood Plant Exchange: Saturday, March 29, 2008 ................ 22
Volunteer: Cesar Chavez Day of Celebration and Service: Saturday, March 29, 2008 ........... 22
Earth Hour: Saturday, March 29, 2008..................................................................................... 22
Volunteer: Habitat Restoration at San Geronimo Creek: Saturday, March 29, 2008............... 22
Meeting: Envision the Future of the Concord Naval Weapons Station: Saturday, March 29,
2008........................................................................................................................................... 23
Vegetarian Cooking Class: Demystifying Tofu & Tempeh: Saturday, March 29, 2008.......... 23
Volunteer: Late Winter Planting at San Francisquito Creek: Saturday, March 29, 2008......... 23
Lights Out San Francisco: Saturday, March 29, 2008 .............................................................. 23
Compost Give-Away at the Berkeley Farmers' Market: Saturday, March 29, 2008 ................ 23
Really Really Free Market: Sunday, March 30, 2008 .............................................................. 24
Workshop: Bees and Backyard Beekeeping: Sunday, March 30, 2008 ................................... 24
Workshop: Landscape Watering Systems: Sunday, March 30, 2008....................................... 24
What You Can Do To Reduce Global Warming: Wednesday, April 2nd ................................. 24
Free Electronic Waste Collection Event: Saturday, April 5, 2008 ........................................... 24
TALC Summit: Healthy Communities, Healthy Planet: Saturday, April 5, 2008.................... 25
Home Graywater Systems Slideshow & Tour: Sunday, April 6, 2008 .................................... 25
Green at Home Vendor Fair: Thursday, April 10, 2008 ........................................................... 25
"Go Green" An Earth Day Celebration!: Saturday, April 12.................................................... 25
Complexity and Sustainability Workshops: April 17, 2008 ..................................................... 25
3rd Annual Palo Alto Greenlight Earth Day Film Festival: Thursday, April 17, 2008............ 26
Marine Science Institute Earth Day Celebration: Saturday, April 19, 2008............................. 26
6th Annual Going Native Garden Tour: Sunday, April 20, 2008............................................. 26
Woodside Environment Fest: Sunday, April 20, 2008 ............................................................. 26
36th Annual Wildflower Show: Saturday, April 26 & Sunday, April 27, 2008....................... 27
EECOM Presents “Last Child in the Woods”: Thursday, May 1, 2008 ................................... 27
Graduate Research Symposium: Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 ...................................................... 27
3rd Annual People Paddle for AIDS: Sunday, May 4, 2008 ..................................................... 27
JOBS ______....................................................................................................................... 29
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation: Associate Program Officers - Marine Fisheries.. 29
TransFair USA: Human Resources Senior Manager ................................................................ 29
KEMA: Field Technician.......................................................................................................... 29
Coyote Point Museum: Environmental Education Day Camp Leader ..................................... 29
Sher Leff LLP: Associate Attorney .......................................................................................... 30
California Coastal Conservancy: Conservancy Project Development Analyst ........................ 30
The Wilderness Society: Development and Office Administrator ........................................... 30
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District: Ranger .............................................................. 30
Fenton Communications: Account Coordinator, Health Issues................................................ 31
The Greenlining Institute: Health Program Manager ............................................................... 31
The Energy Foundation: Program Associate ............................................................................ 31
Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation: Various Positions......................................................... 32
Sierra Club: Program Assistant, Grants Administration........................................................... 32
New Field Foundation: Administrative Manager ..................................................................... 32
Earth Island Institute: Receptionist........................................................................................... 33
Sustainable Conservation: Associate Program Director, Sustainable Agriculture ................... 33
Resources for Community Development: Director of Resident Services ................................ 33
The Bay Institute: Executive Director ...................................................................................... 34
StopWaste.Org: Environmental Assistant ................................................................................ 35
The Bridgespan Group: Executive Assistant ............................................................................ 35
Greenbelt Alliance: East Bay Outreach, Policy Analyst, and Media Internship ...................... 35
Stewardship Council: Land Conservation Intern...................................................................... 35
3
Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks: Executive Director ............................................................ 36

Public Policy Institute of California: Production Associate ..................................................... 36
Public Policy Institute of California: Graphics Production Associate...................................... 36
Tuolumne River Trust: Development Director......................................................................... 37
WAGES: Cooperative Business General Manager................................................................... 37
Earthjustice: Program Information Analyst .............................................................................. 37
Earthjustice: Web Writer .......................................................................................................... 37
Impact Assessment, Inc: Asthma Epidemiologist (Environmental Health Investigations
Branch)...................................................................................................................................... 38
4
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Calling New WEN Board Members!

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer WEN board member? Send us an email at
info@wencal.org and let us know!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
WEN Member Spotlight

Do you want to share your story with members of the Women’s Environmental Network in our
monthly Member Spotlight? Each month, WEN spotlights one member’s story in order to
explore the wide array of careers and career paths related to the environment. Your spotlight will
be displayed on our website, www.wencal.org and will be highlighted in our newsletter, with a
readership of almost 2,000 members. Please contact us at info@wencal.org if you’d like to be
spotlighted or if you’d like to nominate someone. To see the current WEN Monthly Member
Spotlight, click here.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Help Me Rhonda! Help Help Me Rhonda!

Rhonda Chaikin, owner of HMR Associates (Help Me Rhonda!)® and WEN member, provides
marketing, promotion, networking and communication consulting services to environmentally-
focused businesses, governmental agencies, and organizations. Specializing in promoting
environmental and sustainable events, programs and services, Rhonda and her team of associates
will develop and implement creative and resourceful ways to help you successfully get the word
out to your target audience/community and put you on the map! For more info, please contact
Rhonda at rhonda@hmrassoc.com or (925) 284-0705. (Sorry - no website yet. It’s being
developed!)
Special offer for WEN members - ½ hour free telephone consultation.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Architects / Designers / Planners for Social Responsibility: The Big One Connectivity Series
Architects / Designers / Planners for Social Responsibility (ADPSR) works for peace,
environmental protection, ecological building, social justice, and the development of healthy
communities. We believe that design practitioners have a significant role to play in the well-
being of our communities. Do you want to change the world? Join ADPSR and The Big One
Connectivity Series called "The New Me is We":
- April 9 ~ Community Prosperity: Raquel Rivera Pinderhughes ...bringing out the best of
people and place
- May 14 ~ Post Petroleum Transitopia: Jason Henderson ...reclaiming the joy of mobility
- June 4~ Take Back the Commons: Dwayne Jones and Chris Carlsson ...creating social
spaces where ever you go
Time: 6-9:30 beginning with a pot luck, Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard Street , SF
RSVP: Saba Malik at Sabsmalik12@aol.com
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Announcement: The June 2008 Transformative Advocacy Delegation to the U.S. Southwest
Transformative Advocacy, a program of Women's Earth Alliance, seeks women public interest
attorneys to join our upcoming Transformative Advocacy delegation to the U.S. Southwest!
5
Women's Earth Alliance is a non-profit organization with the mission of strengthening and
uniting women-led environmental initiatives around the world, and the Transformative
Advocacy program convenes women environmental professionals with grassroots activists for
journeys of conscious dialogue, experiential learning, and appropriate advocacy. The June 2008
Transformative Advocacy delegation to the U.S. Southwest will convene women public interest
attorneys with Native American women working for environmental justice and sustainability in
their communities. From June 7 – 17, our delegation will travel through the Southwest to
dialogue with Native American women environmental leaders, learn about the environmental
injustices facing Native American lands and communities as well as the applicable legal regimes,
and develop an understanding of the Native American environmental justice movement with
respect to the larger U.S. After the journey, our delegates will prepare a report sharing their
findings, locating the issues at stake within a global context and making recommendations for
further action. Delegates will also participate in the launching of the Women's Earth Alliance
Advocacy Network, an emerging network of attorneys and advocates committed to providing
focused technical assistance to grassroots women environmental leaders around the world. The
participants in this journey will affirm their place within the living, growing global network of
women working for environmental and social justice. We invite women attorneys with a
demonstrated commitment to the public interest, especially in the area of environmental justice,
to join our delegation. For more information on how to join this delegation, please contact
Caitlin Sislin, Transformative Advocacy Program Director, at caitlin@womensearthalliance.org.
Please forward this announcement widely! www.womensearthalliance.org
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Workshops: Solar Living Institute

For a complete listing of exciting workshops at the Solar Living Institute, visit:
http://www.solarliving.org/workshops/.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
WEN Email List

As a reminder, you can manage your email subscription – change your email address, subscribe,
unsubscribe – by using the link at the bottom of each email, or by going to the WEN website
(www.wencal.org). Forward your newsletter on to women who you think might be interested in
WEN – keep the list growing!
6
EVENTS
Workshop: "Lead-Safe Painting & Remodeling": Monday, March 17, 2008

Learn to detect and remedy lead hazards in the home to prevent lead poisoning. Taught by expert
staff from the Alameda County Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (ACLPPP), course offers
simple solutions property owners can use to safely repair and renovate their homes. Register by
phone or download registration form from website. Location: Dimond Branch Library, 3565
Fruitvale Ave., Oakland. Time: 6pm - 8pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-567-8280,
http://www.aclppp.org/homeown.htm.
Lecture: The Market Value and Cost of Solar Photovoltaic ElectricityProduction: Monday,
March 17, 2008
Speaker: Severin Borenstein, Director of the Universityof California Energy Institute Sponsor:
CITRIS (Ctr for Info Technology Research in the Interest of Society). The high cost ofpower
from solar photovoltaic (PV) panels has been a major deterrent to the technology's market
penetration. Proponents have argued,
however, that typical analyses overlook many of the benefits of solar PV. Some of those benefits
are in the realm of environmental and security externalities, but others occur within the
electricity markets. In this talk, Prof. Severin Borenstein will do a more complete market
valuation of solar PV. Location: 290 Hearst Memorial Mining Bldg., UC Berkeley Campus,
Berkeley. Time: 4pm - 5pm. Info: 510-643-4866,
http://events.berkeley.edu/?event_ID=6074&date=2008-03-17&tab=lectures.
Talk: Amphibians & Pesticides - Why Humans Should Be Concerned: Monday, March 17,
2008
Down to a Science is a casual forum where leading scientists discuss their research with the
public at a local cafe. After a short presentation from a scientist, we have Q&A leading to a
dialogue. This month, we will focus on the pesticide atrazine. Atrazine is a potent endocrine
disrupter that chemically castrates and feminizes exposed male amphibians. Further, atrazine
exposure results in neural damage, hyperactivity, and leads to possible retarded growth and
development. Pesticides like atrazine are persistent contaminants, though more pronounced in
amphibians, the effects occur in all vertebrate classes (fish, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals)
examined. With Professor Tyrone Hayes, Professor of Integrative Biology, UC Berkeley.
Location: Atlas Cafe, 3049 20th Street, at Alabama St., SF. Time: 7pm - 9pm. Cost: Free. Info:
415-440-1792, info@sciencecafesf.com, http://www.sciencecafesf.com/ .
Lecture: Globalizing Conservation in the Twentieth Century: Oceans, hales, and the 'Blue
Planet': Monday, March 17, 2008
Speaker: Graham Burnett, Associate Professor of History, Princeton University. Sponsors:
Science, Technology, and Society Center (STSC), Office for History of Science and Technology
(OHST). Location: 140 Barrows Hall, UC Berkeley Campus, Berkeley. Time: 4pm. Info: 510-
642-9656, http://events.berkeley.edu/?event_ID=6499&date=2008-03-17&tab=lectures.
Talk: The History of Gardening in the United States: Monday, March 17, 2008
Jenny Rose Carey, Director of the Landscape Arboretum at Temple University, Ambler, PA, and
Garden Historian, will present an overview of the more than 400 years of known gardening
history in the United States of America, from the sketchy details of pre-colonial gardens through
the early subsistence gardens to gardens designed purely for pleasure. Each era of American
History has produced distinctive gardens that are in keeping with the socioeconomic climate of
the times. Using images from the past and present and from across America, including some
from the Archive of American Gardens at The Smithsonian, Carey will show how contemporary
garden design is influenced by gardens of the past. Location: County Fair Building in Golden
Gate Park, 9th Ave. and Lincoln, SF. Time: 7pm. Cost: $5 (members free)849-2568849-2568.
7
Info: http://www.sfbotanicalgardensociety.org/sfbgs_course_template.cfm?s=4739.
Public Hearing: "Stop the Bombplex": Tuesday, March 18, 2008
The Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration has released new
plans to modernize and "revitalize" the U.S. nuclear weapons research and production complex
at 8 locations across the country, including the Bay Area's Livermore Lab. The DOE calls the
plan, "Complex Transformation." We call it "Bombplex." Western States Legal Foundation, Tri-
Valley CAREs, Peace Action West, United for Peace and Justice and allied organizations are
calling on all anti-nuclear, anti-war, environmental, and peace and justice activists to turn the
"Bombplex" public hearings into a national public referendum on the future of nuclear weapons.
Call to RSVP or obtain details. Location: Holiday Inn Express, 3751 North Tracy Boulevard,
Tracy. Time: 6pm - 10pm. Info: 925-443-7148, http://www.trivalleycares.org/.
Panel: Are Pesticides Poisoning Our Children's Future?: Tuesday, March 18, 2008
There is mounting evidence that man-made chemicals, notably pesticides, are accumulating in
our environment, and that these chemicals may be far from benign. Hear from a distinguished
panel of experts about the nature and magnitude of the potential harm and what we can do about
it. Guest speakers: Donique Brumley, Activist; Arizona Resident; Tyrone Hayes, Ph.D.,
Integrative Biology, UC Berkeley; Susan Kegley, Ph.D., Pesticide Action Network North
America, SF; Gina Solomon, M.D., Natural Resources Defense Council, SF. Time: 5:30pm
reception, 6pm program. Location: Commonwealth Club of California, 595 Market St., 2nd
Floor, SF. Time: 5:30pm. Cost: $15 general, $8 members. Info: 415-597-6700,
http://tickets.commonwealthclub.org/homepage.asp .
National Nutrition Month Events at the Tuesday Berkeley Farmers' Market: Tuesday,
March 18, 2008
Cooking demonstrations, free samples, and free copies of recipes that are easy, delicious,
inexpensive, & seasonal. Cooking Demonstrations at 2:30pm and 3:30pm: Chef Michael Bauce,
Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) cooking instructor at Thousand Oaks School;
macrobiotic chef at Manzanita Restaurant, Oakland; and One Peaceful World Private Chef.
Preparing: Chinese Greens with Ginger & Sesame Seeds. Sponsored by the Berkeley Nutrition
Coalition [City of Berkeley Health Dept., Berkeley Unified School District, Ecology
Center/Berkeley Farmers' Market/Farm Fresh Choice, Berkeley Community Gardening
Collaborative, and the "Eat Better Today" Farmers' Market Project (a statewide project of the
Ecology Center promoting nutrition to food stamp recipients and encouraging food stamp
recipients to shop at local farmers' markets that accept the EBT food stamp card)] in cooperation
with the Network for a Healthy California (a state program promoting healthy active families
through the daily eating of fresh fruits and vegetables). (Please note that the Tuesday & Saturday
Farmers' Market are at different locations.) Convenient public transportation: 5 blocks from the
Ashby BART Station, many buses on MLK and Shattuck, street parking. The Berkeley Farmers'
Markets proudly accept EBT food stamp cards and WIC farmers' market nutrition program
vouchers. Location: Tuesday Berkeley Farmers' Market, Derby St. at MLK, Jr. Way, Berkeley.
Time: 2pm - 6pm. Cost: Free (as always). Info: 510-548-3333, http://www.ecologycenter.org/ .
Sustainability Tools and Green Building: Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Can you do well by the environment and save money at the same time? Explore the importance
of sustainability tools and learn about the innovative practices being employed by industry
leaders and government facilities. This course provides an overview of the International
Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14000, Environmental Management Systems (EMS),
Compliance Management Systems (CMS), Corporate Social Responsibility, Life Cycle
Assessment, Green Building standards, and pollution prevention strategies that will help exceed
environmental compliance standards, improve environmental performance, and save on the
bottom line. This course is recommended for corporate environmental managers, federal facility
environmental managers, environmental consultants, environmental policy makers,
8
environmental lawyers, and socially responsible investors. Course instructor Gary Lucks, JD,
CPEA is a principal attorney and scientist with Beyond Compliance LLC, where he advises
clients on multimedia environmental management systems (EMS) and environmental
compliance matters.
Time: 9 am-5 pm
Location: Room 805, UC Berkeley Extension Downtown Center, 425 Market St., 8th Floor, San
Francisco (enter on Fremont St.)
Cost: $395
Info: http://www.beyondcompliance.net/training/training.html
Register: http://www.unex.berkeley.edu/cat/course1650.html
Seminar: "Road Diets": Wednesday, March 19, 2008

"Road diet" projects often entail the conversion of four-lane undivided roads into three lanes
(two through lanes plus a center turn lane). The fourth lane may be used for bicycle lanes,
sidewalks, or on-street parking. This seminar will look at examples of road diets, their effect on
road capacity, uses of reallocated right-of-way, public outreach and perceptions, and other
impacts and benefits. Speakers will focus on lessons learned in San Leandro, Oakland, and
Sunnyvale. Call to RSVP by 3/14/08. Location: MetroCenter Auditorium, 101 Eighth Street,
(across from Lake Merritt BART), Oakland. Time: 10am - 2pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-817-5748,
http://www.ebbc.org/?q=node/1494 .
Meeting: Diesel Particulate Matter Exposure Assessment Study: Wednesday, March 19,
2008
The California Air Resources Board, in cooperation with the Bay Area Air Quality Management
District, the Maritime Port of Oakland, and Union Pacific Railroad will discuss the Preliminary
Summary of Results from the Diesel Particulate Matter Exposure Assessment Study for the West
Oakland Community. The risk assessment provides estimates of potential health impacts for the
West Oakland community due to diesel PM emissions from ships, trucks, trains, and other
sources. The meeting will provide an opportunity for the public to learn about the study, ask
questions, and provide input. Key Topics: What the preliminary results showed; How the results
may be used; Next steps. Location: West Oakland Senior Center, 1724 Adeline Street, Oakland.
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Info: 916-327-5985, csuer@arb.ca.gov ,
http://www.arb.ca.gov/ch/communities/ra/westoakland/westoakland.htm.
Panel: Greening Your Career: Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Come learn about "green jobs" – and how you can get one! Dr. Carol McClelland of Green
Career Central will introduce a panel of speakers from a variety of industries as they talk about
how they found meaningful green careers. Find out more about the green economy and the new
work opportunities opening up in almost every field imaginable. You'll also hear strategies you
can adapt to your particular interests. Light refreshments and reception at 5:30pm. Program
begins at 6:15pm. RSVP by phone or email by 3/17/08. Location: Green Building Exchange, 305
Main Street, Redwood City. Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm. Cost: $10/$5 members, or become a
member of Acterra and admission is free! Info: 650-962-9876 x306, ellenw@acterra.org ,
http://www.acterra.org/calendar/march.html .
East Bay Green Drinks: Wednesday, March 19, 2008
East Bay Green Drinks is a monthly gathering of people interested in sustainability, including
green business, architecture, design, building, organics, clean energy and other topics. Bobby G's
Pizzeria is a Certified Green Restaurant serving gourmet pizza, pasta and panini. They support
sustainable farming and fair trade coffee, and people's right to make a fair living wage in
communities around the world. Bobby G's is generously discounting all beverages and food until
8pm. Come early and enjoy the deal! Location: Bobby G's Pizzeria, 2072 University Ave,
Berkeley. Time: 5:30pm - 8pm. Info: http://www.sustainablebiz.org/events/happyHour.html.
Meeting: SF Green Professionals Guild: Wednesday, March 19, 2008
9
The San Francisco Green Building Professionals Guild meets monthly on the third Wednesday
of the month. 5:30pm-6pm: Sign in, Food & Drink, Networking; 6pm-7pm: Topic Presentation
(will start promptly): Xtreme Energy Efficiency, with Matt Golden of Sustainable Spaces; 7pm-
7:30pm: Q&A – Open Discussion. Pay by cash or check at the door. A receipt can be provided.
A light dinner provided for all attendees based on RSVP's. Pre-registration is required for every
meeting. RSVP by email or phone at least two business days prior to the date of the meeting.
CEU Value: 1.5 Energy/Building Science. Near Civic Center BART Station. Location: San
Francisco Dept. of Environment, 11 Grove St., SF. Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Cost: $15. Info:
510-845-0472 ext. 108, GRG@BuildItGreen.org , http://www.builditgreen.org/councils/guild-SF
Public Hearing: "Stop the Bombplex": Wednesday, March 19, 2008

The Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration has released new
plans to modernize and "revitalize" the U.S. nuclear weapons research and production complex
at 8 locations across the country, including the Bay Area's Livermore Lab. The DOE calls the
plan, "Complex Transformation." We call it "Bombplex." Western States Legal Foundation, Tri-
Valley CAREs, Peace Action West, United for Peace and Justice and allied organizations are
calling on all anti-nuclear, anti-war, environmental, and peace and justice activists to turn the
"Bombplex" public hearings into a national public referendum on the future of nuclear weapons.
Call to RSVP or obtain details. 11am-3pm AND 6pm-10pm. Location: Robert Livermore
Community Center, 4444 East Avenue, Livermore. Info: 925-443-7148,
http://www.trivalleycares.org/.
Ocean Protection Council Public Forum on Fisheries: Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Please join OPC staff and the Department of Fish and Game to discuss how the OPC might focus
it efforts and funding regarding fisheries issues over the next few years. Meet in Room 2.
Location: California State Office Bldg., Oakland, 1515 Clay St., Oakland. Time: 1pm - 4:30pm.
Info: cblackburn@scc.ca.gov , http://resources.ca.gov/copc/ .
Panel: Microwave Radiation: The Shadow Side of the Wireless Revolution: Wednesday,
March 19, 2008
The European Environmental Agency has called for immediate action to reduce exposure to
radiation from Wi-Fi, mobile telephones and their masts, believing that delay could lead to a
health crisis on par with the health side-effects of asbestos, lead poisoning and smoking. Despite
this, cities in the United States and around the world are attempting to "go wireless." This panel
of leading experts will discuss what is known about the biological effects of microwave radiation
and its possible links with various illnesses. Reception begins 5pm; panel at 6pm. Location:
Commonwealth Club of California, 595 Market St., 2nd Floor, SF. Time: 5pm. Cost: $15; $7
students; $8 members. Info: 415-597-6700,
http://tickets.commonwealthclub.org/auto_choose_ga.asp?area=1.
Presidio School of Management Open House: Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Please join us for an Open House where you can learn more about our Executive Program in
Sustainable Management, meet faculty and network with Bay Area business leaders. Modeled
after our innovative MBA, the 5-month executive certificate program gives business leaders the
tools to make a compelling business case for sustainability and discover the impact it can have
on management strategies, practices -- and the bottom line. Participants will see tangible results
as they identify strategic opportunities within their business and develop an action plan to
implement sustainable initiatives. Early application deadline: March 31. Program starts in July
and meets in person two days per month with a robust, collaborative online component in
between sessions. More information at: www.presidiomba.org/certificate If you are unable to
attend our Executive Open House, but would like to learn more about the certificate program,
contact Diane Mailey at dmailey@presidiomba.org.
10
Time: 5 PM - 7 PM
Location: Law Offices of Hanson Bridgett, 425 Market Street, 26th Floor, San Francisco
RSVP here by March 12.
Early Puberty: Why Are Our Girls Growing Up so Fast? Thursday, March 20, 2008
Come hear Jeanne Rizzo, RN, Executive Director of the Breast Cancer Fund, discuss the
environmental causes of early puberty and its connection to breast cancer. Rizzo's group
recently published "The Falling Age of Puberty," a new study that explores the links between
exposure to environmental toxins, early puberty and reproductive health risks for girls. Come
find out what you can do to reduce this growing public health problem. Please spread the word
about free talk, which is part of a lecture series Acterra is sponsoring with Planned Parenthood
Mar Monte and the Reproductive Health Technologies Project.
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road
For more information on the talk, contact Fran Linkin at (408) 297-9255 x232 or for a copy of
the report, see http://www.breastcancerfund.org/site/pp.asp?c=kwKXLdPaE&b=3266509
Forum: The West Berkeley Plan and Sustainability: Thursday, March 20, 2008
The Berkeley City Planning Department is proposing fundamental changes to The West
Berkeley Plan, the district's guiding zoning document, that may significantly alter the ethnic,
economic, and environmental characteristics of the area. A panel of community experts on
sustainable development will present concerns and lead discussion about the proposed changes.
Location: West Berkeley Senior Center, 1900 6th St., @ Hearst, Berkeley. Time: 6:30pm. Cost:
Free. Info: 510-549-3213, http://www.webaic.org .
Seminar: The Key to the 2007 California Codes: Thursday, March 20, 2008
A code seminar focusing on the Residential Occupancy Code Changes effective 1/1/08. In
January, California finally adopted new codes, the most sweeping changes of any code cycle in
our history. Builders Booksource will help you get up to speed with this seminar presented by
Code Check's Douglas Hansen. Douglas will focus on residential changes, including: new rules
affecting seismic design, building setbacks, fire separation, egress, safety glazing, exterior wall
covers, plumbing materials, combustion air, gas appliance venting, and electrical codes. Your fee
includes: A syllabus with a summary of significant changes, a copy of "Code Check" (Taunton
Press 2007), and refreshments. Pre-registration and payment is required to hold a space. We have
limited the seminar to the first 50 to register. Register in person or by phone. Location: MIG
Conference Center, 800 Hearst Ave., (between 5th & 6th), Berkeley. Time: 8am - 4:30pm. Cost:
$140. Info: 510-845-6874, http://www.buildersbooksource.com/cgi-bin/booksite/.
Spotted Owl Habitat Restoration at Muir Woods: Thursday, March 20, 2008
Meet at Muir Woods National Monument for an afternoon working at the edge of the redwood
forest to remove invasive cape ivy from northern spotted owl habitat. This vine chokes the
vegetation prized by dusky-footed woodrats, the spotted owls' choice prey! Bring a bag dinner
and then join a ranger for a night walk into Muir Woods to learn about the park's nightlife, have
a chance to check-off northern spotted owls from your Big Year list, and experience the special
qualities of an old-growth forest. Call for reservations. Location: Muir Woods National
Monument. Time: 1pm - 8pm. Cost: Free. Info: 415-388-2596,
http://www.ggnrabigyear.org/calendar.html.
The Natural History of the Klamath-Siskiyou Bioregion: Thursday, March 20, 2008
In the Klamath-Siskiyous, very unusual natural features, such as metal-rich serpentine and
peridotite rocks, multiple climactic influences, and a mixed and jumbled geology create a
complex mosaic of habitats with fascinating plant and animal species. The Klamath-Siskiyous
are home to a diversity of bird species, and 280 of the more than 3,100 plant species endemic to
the area. Please join us to learn more about this interesting bioregion from the folks from the
11
Siskiyou Field Institute (SFI). The Siskiyou Field Institute (SFI) provides engaging field-science
programs about the Klamath-Siskiyou bioregion of southern Oregon and northern California. SFI
will share stories from the field as they take you on a tour of their facility and the natural history
of the Klamath Knot. Location: Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave, near Dwight Way,
Berkeley. Time: 7pm - 9pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-548-2220 x233.
Workshop: CEQA and Climate Change: Thursday, March 20, 2008

Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), local agencies have a vital role to play
in California's fight against global warming. Local governments are responding quickly to the
challenge of global warming. Through a sum of their individual decisions, they are making a
significant contribution toward moving the State away from "business as usual" and toward a
low-carbon future. Many questions have arisen from those cities and counties attempting to
comply with CEQA. This workshop series is intended to address these questions. Most
commonly asked are: How do we analyze the CO2 impacts of future development? What
mitigation strategies do we employ? And finally, how can a cash-strapped county or city
undertake this analysis without too much expense? Speakers will include Attorney General Jerry
Brown and members of his staff, leaders from the Governor's Climate Action Team, and
modeling experts from throughout the State. We will also give local governments ideas for
crafting a highly effective climate action plan by highlighting some of the best local government
plans from throughout the State. Co-hosted by the Local Government Commission and the CA
Attorney General's Office. The cost covers the continental breakfast, lunch and afternoon
refreshments. Register online. Location: Elihu Harris Building, 1515 Clay St., Oakland. Time:
9:30am - 4:15pm. Cost: $75. Info: 916-448-1198,
http://www.lgc.org/climatechange/?page_id=86.
Stomp the Stumps! Benefit Dance Party: Friday, March 21, 2008
Celebrate forest activism and the spring equinox dancing to 3 great bands: Grapefruit Ed (special
appearance!), the Funky Nixons and the Gary Gates Band. All ages club. Benefits Bay Area
Coalition for Headwaters & Earth First! Advance tickets at ticketweb.com. Location: Ashkenaz,
1317 San Pablo Ave., @ Gilman, Berkeley. Time: 8pm. Cost: $15 at door, $12 in advance and
for students. Info: 510-548-3113, http://www.ashkenaz.com/ .
Volunteer: SPAWN Native Plant Nursery: Friday, March 21, 2008

Volunteer at SPAWN's Native Plant Nursery. All plants from Nursery will be used to help
restore local watersheds. Bring Gloves, weather appropriate clothing, water. RSVP via email.
Location: Lagunitas. Time: 10am - 1pm. Info: 415-663-8590 x107, jenny@spawnusa.org ,
http://www.spawnusa.org/ .
Registration Deadline: Bioassessment Volunteer Training: Friday, March 21, 2008
Using aquatic insects as indicators of water quality, volunteers learn more about the health of
their neighborhood creeks and identify potential problem areas. While water samples yield a
detailed identification of the water at the time of sampling, the density and diversity of bugs in
our creeks yield a watershed-level perspective of water quality and habitat viability. Community
members, local college students, and volunteer groups can help collect specimens for
identification. In order to participate, volunteers must attend one of the two training dates (March
29th or 30th). Both training dates will have the same structure and information, so please select
the date that works the best for your schedule. Please include in your registration an indication of
which creeks you would be interested in sampling, the number of days you would be willing to
volunteer, and the specific dates you are available. Trained volunteers will be expected to
commit to at least one 6-hour sampling day according to their individual availability (weekdays
or weekends). Register online. Time: 5pm. Info: 925-335-1315, http://cocowaterweb.org/get-
involved/monitoring/bioassessment.
12
Common Vision Fruit Tree Tour -- Bay Area: Friday, March 21, 2008 - Tuesday, April 15,
2008
Common Vision will run its fifth annual Fruit Tree Tour a 20-city, 70-day tour planting over
1000 fruit trees at urban schools and community centers from Los Angeles to Sacramento.
Traveling in veggie oil-powered caravan, 25- earth educators from Common Vision will teach
students about sustainable ecology through a daylong program that includes theatre, drumming,
dancing, storytelling, and earth-conscious hip-hop. Events open to the public: March 22:
Community Planting with Daily Acts (Marin); March 24: Community Planting with Daily Acts
(Marin); April 5: Community Planting with Merritt College (Bay); April 12: Community
Planting with Bay Area Org TBA (Bay). Info:
http://www.commonvision.org/calendar/calendar.html.
Green Building 101: Sustainable Sites & Ecological Landscaping: Saturday, March 22,
2008
The first in a series of introductory green building workshops, this interactive training targets
landscapers, designers, landscape architects and contractors who are not currently using green
techniques and materials or who are just getting started. Instructors will provide a broad
introduction to the latest in green landscaping and how you can begin to use ecologically-sound
systems and materials in your work, helping you earn points on the LEED and GreenPoint rated
checklists. Fee is $25 per workshop.
y Professional certifications
y Working with LEED and GreenPoint standards
y Designing sites and managing water for ecological health
y Native plant selection and maintenance
y Integrating green materials and supplies
y Green roofs and walls
Time: 12-2:30PM
Location: Green Building Exchange. 305 Main Street, Redwood City, CA
For more information or to register, go to www.greenbuildingexchange.com or contact Lindsay
Germain (650-369-4900, lgermain@greenbuildingexchange.com).
Workshop: Bountiful Container Gardening: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Ideal for the organic urban gardener, learn what plants do best in containers. You'll be amazed at
the beauty and bounty you can get from container gardening. Pre- registration by email or phone
required. Location: Garden for the Environment, 7th Ave., @ Lawton St., SF. Time: 10am -
Noon. Cost: $15, no one turned away for lack of funds. Info: 415-731-5627,
info@gardenfortheenvironment.org , http://www.gardenfortheenvironment.org/.
Workshop: "Native Plants": Saturday, March 22, 2008
Get to know the native plants of Arroyo Viejo Creek! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of hands-
on activities. Learn to: identify local native plants; use field guides and make your own plant
identification guide; collect and save seeds legally and ethically; grow plants successfully with
divisions and cuttings; take home free native plants. In the Education Building, room TBA.
Location: Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd, in Knowland Park, Oakland. Time: 10am - 2pm.
Info: 510-665-3508, doria@thewatershedproject.org ,
http://www.thewatershedproject.org/default/?q=educ_prog.
Workshop: Spring Gardening Ideas: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Come explore this most fascinating of endeavors, growing veggies year-round. You can grow
many wonderful plants, both edible and ornamental, with a little bit of practical know-how and
observation of your own growing conditions. About the Instructor: At 84, local artist Adrienne
and her husband eat a diet of homegrown vegetables and fruits grown on their one-fifth of an
acre in Palo Alto. (1 CEU) Location: Common Ground, 559 College Ave, Palo Alto. Time:
13
10:30am - Noon. Cost: $22. Info: 650-493-6072, www.commongroundinpaloalto.org/ .

Ferment Change! A Benefit for West Oakland's City Slicker Farms: Saturday, March 22,
2008
Come join us for a fermented food feast and celebration of Urban Agriculture to Benefit West
Oakland's City Slicker Farms "growing fresh and affordable produce for West Oakland". There
will be a presentation on the work of City Slicker Farms by founder Willow Roesenthal, a slide
show of international urban agricultural by UCB lecturer Nathan McClintock, live music by
Zoyres Eastern European Wild Ferment, and a live ferment workshop. Bring a fermented food
and get entered in a drawing to win Homebrew, Sauerkraut, Plant Starts, and Gift Certificates to
the Berkeley Farmer's Market. Location: Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave, near Dwight
Way, Berkeley. Time: 7pm - 10pm. Cost: A donation of $10-30 sliding scale is requested, no one
turned away due to lack of funds. Info: 510-548-2220 x233, max@ecologycenter.org .
Green Building 101: Sustainable Sites and Ecological Landscaping: Saturday, March 22,
2008
Sponsored by the Green Building Exchange and RecycleWorks of San Mateo County, this is the
first in a series of introductory green building workshops. This interactive class targets
landscapers, designers, landscape architects and contractors who are not currently using green
techniques and materials or who are just getting started. The workshop will provide a broad
introduction to the latest in green landscaping and how you can begin to use ecologically-sound
systems and materials in your work. Workshop topics include professional certifications,
working with LEED and GreenPoint standards, designing sites and managing soil and water for
ecological health, native plant selection and maintenance, integrating green materials and
supplies, green roofs and walls and additional resources and information. Instructors: Josh Fodor,
Central Coast Wilds; Terry Lyngso, Lyngso Garden Materials. Location: Green Building
Exchange, 305 Main Street, Redwood City. Time: Noon - 2:30pm. Cost: $25. Info: 650-369-
4900, http://www.greenbuildingexchange.com/ .
Volunteer: Habitat Restoration at San Geronimo Creek: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Volunteers needed to help restore native habitat in Marin County's San Geronimo Creek. We will
meet at Roy's Pools on the San Geronimo Valley Golf Course. Directions from 101: Take Sir
Francis Drake to Fairfax. Continue on SF Drake ~5 mi West of Fairfax (over the big hill, past the
Golf Course). Just past the golf course, make a left onto Nicasio Valley Drive, then left onto San
Geronimo Valley Drive. Roy's Pools is on the left hand side. What to bring: Warm clothing, long
pants, long sleeves, work gloves, sturdy shoes, a water bottle, or any other appropriate gear for
weather conditions. Call or email for more information. Rain cancels. Time: 10am - 1pm. Info:
415-663-8590 x107, kevin@spawnusa.org , www.spawnusa.org .
Volunteer: Quail Habitat Restoration: Saturday, March 22, 2008
This is the last Friends of the Alameda Wildlife Refuge workday before the California Least
Terns return to the refuge. Help us prepare the terns' nesting grounds. Meet at the main refuge
gate at the northwest corner of former Alameda Naval Air Station. Location: Alameda. Time:
9am - noon. Info: jrobinson@goldengateaudubon.org .
Workshop: Using Native Plants in the Garden: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Explore using California native plants for their beauty and appropriateness in our Mediterranean
climate. Included is an overview of how Native Americans shaped the landscape of California,
from creating and restoring habitats for local wildlife to using natives for potential sources of
food, dyes, medicines, and fiber. A list and description of natives that work well in the Bay Area
will be included along with cultural information on how to work with them. 1.5 CEUs. Location:
Common Ground, 559 College Ave, Palo Alto. Time: 2pm - 4pm. Cost: $25. Info: 650-493-
6072, www.commongroundinpaloalto.org/ .
Occidental Arts & Ecology Garden Tour: Saturday, March 22, 2008
14
Tour participants will be introduced to the Center's organic gardens, which preserve thousands
of varieties of rare and endangered food, medicinal, and ornamental plants. Sturdy shoes,
brimmed hat or warm layers (depending on weather), and personal water bottles are
recommended. Location: Occidental Arts and Ecology Center, 15290 Coleman Valley Rd.,
Occidental. Time: 1pm. Cost: $10. Info: 707-874-1557 x201, http://www.oaec.org/.
Drumming, Dancing, Digging: Common Vision Fruit Tree Tour: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Move over Johnny Appleseed, there's a new tour in town. Daily Acts partners with Common
Vision for part of their fifth annual Fruit Tree Tour, a 20-city, 70-day tour extravaganza planting
over 1,000 fruit trees at urban schools and community centers from Los Angeles to Sacramento.
Traveling in a veggie-oil-powered caravan, 25 earth educators from Common Vision will teach
community members about sustainability through a daylong program that includes planting up to
75 fruit trees at the community sites, a 45-minute green theatre performance, drumming and
earth-conscious hip-hop. RSVP by phone or email. Location: Petaluma. Time: 10am - 4pm.
Cost: $35. Info: 707-789-9664, ellen@daily-acts.org , http://www.commonvision.org/ .
Panel Discussion: Food, Farming, and the Future: Saturday, March 22, 2008
This celebratory evening will begin with a taste of spring flavors made from local Marin organic
produce and products. The reception will be followed by a lively presentation and dialogue with
our panelists: Wendy Johnson, San Francisco Zen Center meditation and gardening teacher;
Janet Brown, organic farmer and teacher, Allstar Organics; and Sara Tashker, organic farm
manager, Green Gulch Zen Center. Johnson will sign copies of her new book, Gardening at the
Dragon's Gate. Location: Toby's Feed Barn, 11250 Highway 1, Pt. Reyes Station. Time: 5pm.
Cost: $10. Info: http://www.marinorganic.org/events.php
Learn to Drive a Bike! Family Bicycle Safety Workshop: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Do you want to bike with your family on the streets but feel a bit uneasy? Join Safe Routes to
Schools and East Bay Bicycle Coalition for an educational, on-the-bike morning for kids and
parents. This workshop offers three hours of drills, games and a neighborhood ride. Learn games
and techniques to teach and assess your bike handling skills. This training is for parents and kid
and is ideal for kids in grades 2 through 5 who can bike over 1 mile. Space limited; sign up by e-
mail. Location: Washington School (Berkeley), 2300 MLK, Jr. Way, Berkeley. Time: 9:30am -
12:30pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-533-7433, melanie@transcoalition.org ,
http://www.ebbc.org/?q=safety .
Volunteer: Kayak and Restoration Trip to the Marin Islands: Saturday, March 22, 2008
These outings combine a scenic paddle with valuable restoration work at protected island sites
that are inaccessible and off-limits to the general public. Join Save The Bay for a kayak trip to
the Marin Islands. Volunteers are needed to help plant native plants and remove non-natives. We
have a special use permit to do habitat restoration work in partnership with the US Fish and
Wildlife Service at the Marin Islands National Wildlife Refuge. RSVP required, space is limited.
Location: Marin Headlands. Time: 9am - 3:30pm. Cost: $60 ($50 members). Info: 510-452-9261
x119, bayevents@saveSFbay.org , http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents.
Volunteer: Tree Care with Friends of the Urban Forest: Saturday, March 22, 2008
A mixed bag of scheduled tree care visits, call-in emergency rescue, and random acts of tree
kindness. Flexible schedule of 9am - noon or 1pm - 4pm. Learn the tricks of the pros and the
science of trees by working on trees planted by FUF either 3 years or 18 months ago. New
volunteers, attend a workshop to learn what it's all about. Space limited: RSVP. Location:
Friends of the Urban Forest, Presidio of SF, Bldg. # 1007, SF. Info: 415-561-6890 ext 102,
http://www.fuf.net/calendar_news/index.html.
Volunteer: Remove Non-native Plants: Saturday, March 22, 2008
15
In partnership with East Bay Regional Park District. Help Save The Bay remove non-native
vegetation and promote the health of our recently planted native plants like sticky gumplant,
California sagebrush, and marsh coyote bush. Other activities include planting native plants,
shoreline cleanup, and work in our native plant nursery. This area includes some of the last
remaining wetland habitat in the East Bay and is home to the endangered California clapper rail
and burrowing owls. Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Regional Shoreline, Oakland. Time: 9am
- Noon. Cost: Free. Info: 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents@saveSFbay.org ,
http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents .
Workshop for Children: Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs: Saturday, March 22, 2008
This hands-on workshop will introduce children to natural dyes while they create their own
brilliant plant-based colors for their Easter eggs. Price includes one adult and one child. $8 for
each additional child or adult per family. Location: UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Dr.,
Berkeley. Time: 2pm - 3pm. Cost: $15. Info: 510-643-2755 x03,
http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu.
Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve: Every Saturday &
Sunday, March 15 - June 8
The lush wildflower carpets and rich biodiversity of Edgewood's serpentine grassland are
renowned throughout California and beyond. You can see more than 50 species of blooming
wildflowers on a single walk! The trails slope gently, the routes are about 2 miles, and the
walking pace is slow. Bring water and a snack, as well as a hat and sunscreen. No reservations
are needed.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: All walks start at the Old Stage Day Camp off Edgewood Rd., Redwood City
For more information visit the Friends of Edgewood or call (866) Go-Edgewood for more
information.
Party with Grandmothers for the Oaks: Sunday, March 23, 2008
Join Berkeley Grandmothers for the Oaks for a Party at the Oak Grove. Bring songs, musical
instruments, and lots of food and water. We're going to sing our little hearts out ya hear?
Location: Memorial Oak Grove, (on Piedmont, just north of Bancroft), Berkeley. Time: 2pm.
Cost: Donations of food and water appreciated. Info:
http://www.saveoaks.com/SaveOaks/Main.html .
Cafe Night: Cooking for Peace - The Food Not Bombs Presentation: Sunday, March 23,
2008
Food Not Bombs co-founder Keith McHenry will speak about the history, principles and future
of the global movement. He will also show a dvd of the movement's work in Africa and take
questions. Location: Long Haul Infoshop, 3124 Shattuck Ave., (across from La Peña, 1 block
east of Ashby BART), Berkeley. Time: 7pm. Info: 510-540-0751, http://www.thelonghaul.org/ .
Conversations at the Herbst Theatre: Bill McKibben: Monday, March 24, 2008
Bill McKibben is an environmentalist and writer who explores civic engagement on such issues
as global warming, alternative energy, and the risks associated with human genetic engineering.
Imbued with a sense of urgency, his musings offer perspectives on integrating science, society
and environmental policy in a complex and evolving world. In the summer of 2006, he led the
organization of the largest civic demonstrations about climate change in the United States and
has since founded stepitup07.org, a group that pressures Congress to enact curbs on carbon
emissions. A prolific writer, McKibben has authored numerous titles that reflect his blend of
civic engagement, environmental advocacy, and universal yet personal reflections on the nexus
of society and the environment. Previous works include The End of Nature, The Age of Missing
Information, and Hope, Human, and Wild. His most recent book, Deep Economy: the Wealth of
Communities and the Durable Future, addresses what the author sees as shortcomings of the
16
growth economy and envisions a transition to more local-scale enterprise. He is a frequent

contributor to various magazines including The New York Times, The Atlantic Monthly,
Harper's, Orion Magazine, Mother Jones, The New York Review of Books, Granta, Rolling
Stone, and Outside. He has been awarded Guggenheim and Lyndhurst Fellowships, and won the
Lannan Prize for nonfiction writing in 2000. Purchase tickets online or by phone. Location:
Herbst Theatre, War Memorial Performing Arts Center, 401 Van Ness Ave, @ McAllister, SF.
Time: 8pm. Cost: $19/$17 members. Info: 415-392-4400,
http://www.calacademy.org/events/march_2008.php.
Water Conservation Showcase: Tuesday, March 25, 2008

The Pacific Energy Center will be hosting the 5th Annual Water Conservation Showcase on
March 25th. This event will provide information on water-conserving strategies for building and
landscape applications through presentations and exhibitor displays. Many experts believe that
water will surpass energy as the resource of greatest concern to Californians in the coming years.
We live in a state with a growing population, limited water reserves, and unpredictable rainfall.
Water use also has significant energy implications. The California State Water Project that is
responsible for moving water from sources to customers is the single largest user of energy in the
state. Additional energy is required to heat, cool, pump and treat water. Reducing water use
through conservation can extend our limited supply of this resource and produce significant
electricity and natural gas savings. The showcase will include lectures by experts from state and
local governments, water districts, research institutions and engineering firms. These talks will
address recent research, new water policies, technological developments, and case studies for
both commercial and residential building projects. The water-energy relationship will be
included in several of the presentations.
Time: 10:00 AM - 07:30 PM
Location: Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
To register for the Water Conservation Showcase, click here.
Technical Workshop: Nutrient Load - Water Quality Impact Modeling: Tuesday, March
25, 2008
Excessive aquatic plant nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus compounds) are causing and/or
contributing to several major water quality impairment issues in the Sacramento/San Joaquin
Delta (Delta). On behalf of the California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum
(CWEMF), Drs. Anne Jones-Lee and G. Fred Lee have organized a one-day workshop devoted
to Delta Nutrient Water Quality Modeling issues. See website for workshop agenda and
speakers. Space is limited. Register via email. Location: California Secretary of State Building,
1500 11th St, Sacramento. Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm. Cost: $50 general, $10 student, free for
members. Info: 916-607-0435, technicalworkshop@cwemf.org , http://cwemf.org/ .
Wanted: Environmental Writing, Art and Photography by Youth: Tuesday, March 25,
2008
Students: Become a member of "The Green News" Team! Deadline to submit writing, art, and
photography to The Green News is the 25th of each month. We're looking for environmentally-
focused photography, poetry, book reviews, articles, opinion pieces, cartoons, and more. Info:
510-219-1571, LanaH@earthteam.net , http://earthteam.net/green_news/index.php.
Talk: "Rebuilding Cities in Balance with Nature": Tuesday, March 25, 2008
This four-week public lecture series features sustainable development projects from Northern
California. Each week a different lecturer presents a new ecological urban design and answers
questions from the audience. The events serve as an introduction to the Ecocity World Summit,
which will be co-hosted by UC Berkeley Extension, April 22-26. Tonight's talk: Rebuilding
Cities in Balance with Nature, with Richard Register, president, Ecocity Builders. Location: UC
Berkeley Extension, 95 Third St, SF. Time: 7pm - 9pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-642-4111,
17
http://www.unex.berkeley.edu/cat/course1564.html .
Roundtable Discussion: Cities Addressing their Urban Sustainability Challenges: Tuesday,
March 25, 2008
Co-moderated by Prof. Slav Hermanowicz (UC Berkeley) and Gordon Feller (Urban Age
Institute). Featuring two special guest presenters (each w/ 15 minute presentations), remaining
time for open discussion. Guest presenters: Paul James, Director of the UN Global Compact
Cities Programme http://www.citiesprogramme.org joins us from Melbourne, Australia, and
Anita Palepu, MD MPH FRCPC, Organizing Chair of the 7th International Conference on Urban
Health http://www.icuh2008.com joins us from Vancouver, Canada. Hosted by the University of
California/Berkeley Dept of Civil Engineering. Meet in room 150. Parking is available on the
surrounding streets (some metered, some 2 hour free parking) or at the Lower Hearst Garage:
Hearst Avenue @ Scenic Avenue, Entrance on Scenic Avenue -- Hourly
Pay. Parking at all times only in Gold Zone on Level 2. AC Transit buses make numerous stops
close to the intersection. Location: Goldman School of Public Policy, corner of Hearst Ave and
LeRoy Ave, Berkeley. Time: 2pm - 4pm. Info:
http://gspp.berkeley.edu/about/docs/map_general.PDF.
Water Conservation Showcase: Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Celebrate World Water Day by attending our 5th Annual Water Conservation Showcase.
Through presentations and table-top displays, we will provide information on water-conserving
strategies for building designers, managers and operators. This event is organized through the
efforts of the Northern California Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council (www.usgbc-
ncc.org ), East Bay Municipal Utility District (www.ebmud.com ), and The Pacific Energy
Center. Many experts believe that water will surpass energy as the most notorious and coveted
resource in California. Unpredictable levels of precipitation and other source issues, climate
change, population growth, and risks to the infrastructure are some of the
water-related concerns facing the state today. This year's showcase will address many of these
issues through presentations and table-top displays. Information on water-conserving strategies,
the energy and water relationship, policy updates, technological developments, and case studies
will also be included. Register online. Location: Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard St., between
4th & 5th, SF. Time: 10am - 7:30pm. Cost: Free. Info: 415-973-2277, http://tinyurl.com/2ty25g.
National Nutrition Month Events at the Tuesday Berkeley Farmers' Market: Tuesday,
March 25, 2008
Cooking demonstrations, free samples, and free copies of recipes that are easy, delicious,
inexpensive, & seasonal. Cooking Demonstrations from 2pm to 4pm: Joy Moore, healthy food
activist & KPFA Radio personality. Preparing: Beets & Beet Greens. Sponsored by the Berkeley
Nutrition Coalition [City of Berkeley Health Dept., Berkeley Unified School District, Ecology
Center/Berkeley Farmers' Market/Farm Fresh Choice, Berkeley Community Gardening
Collaborative, and the "Eat Better Today" Farmers' Market Project (a statewide project of the
Ecology Center promoting nutrition to food stamp recipients and encouraging food stamp
recipients to shop at local farmers' markets that accept the EBT food stamp card)] in cooperation
with the Network for a Healthy California (a state program promoting healthy active families
through the daily eating of fresh fruits and vegetables). (Please note that the Tuesday & Saturday
Farmers' Market are at different locations.) Convenient public transportation: 5 blocks from the
Ashby BART Station, many buses on MLK and Shattuck, street parking. The Berkeley Farmers'
Markets proudly accept EBT food stamp cards and WIC farmers' market nutrition program
vouchers. Location: Tuesday Berkeley Farmers' Market, Derby St. at MLK, Jr. Way, Berkeley.
Time: 2pm - 6pm. Cost: Free (as always). Info: 510-548-3333, http://www.ecologycenter.org/ .
Workshop: Green Home Energy Retrofits: Tuesday, March 25, 2008
An Introduction for Contractors — Together with its site and occupants, each existing home is
unique, and most have comfort problems that are difficult to solve (and easy to make worse!)
18
unless the house-as-a-system approach is taken. Home performance contracting is an emerging

field that benefits homeowners by solving their comfort and indoor air quality problems, and
benefits contractors by expanding their capabilities. From building science to business
opportunities and site evaluation to diagnostic testing, this class is intended to help interested,
quality-oriented contractors decide whether to undertake more comprehensive training. Pre-
register online. Location: San Ramon Valley Conference Center, 3301 Crow Canyon Road, San
Ramon. Time: 9am - 4:30pm. Cost: Free. Info: 800-244-9912,
http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/edusafety/training/pec/classes/index.jsp#classresults.
Talk: Twin Peaks Bioregion and the Natural Areas Program: Wednesday, March 26, 2008
The Franciscan Bioregion is the unique ecological area of Planet Earth and the area of our keen
interest, north of the San Francisco airport, from San Bruno Mountain to the Golden Gate. In the
heart of the city is a series of hilltops, e.g., Mt. Davidson, Tank Hill, Corona Heights, as well as
Glen Canyon, that are still rich with natural areas, wildlife habitats, and indigenous biodiversity.
This "Twin Peaks Bioregion" is severely threatened by noxious weeds and insensitive uses of our
local natural habitats. Still, many people are working hard to steward these special places, and
they hold an exciting vision for this area and the whole city as a restored network of wildlife
corridors, nature trails, and livable communities, for example from Golden Gate Park to Glen
Park. Tom Radulovich - Livable City, BART Board; Greg Gaar - Natural Historian, Haight-
Ashbury Native Plant Nursery; Craig Dawson - Mt. Sutro Stewards, Inner Sunset Merchants
Association. Location: CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St., at 9th Street, SF. Time: 7:30pm. Cost:
Free. Info: 415-626-2060, info@counterPULSE.org ,
http://www.counterpulse.org/calendar.shtml.
Booksigning and Lecture with Eric Corey Freed: Thursday, March 27, 2008
Eric Corey Freed is an Architect, the Founder and Principal of organicARCHITECT, a LEED
Accredited Professional and Author of: Green Building and Remodeling for Dummies¨. Eric also
teaches sustainable design at the Academy of Art University and the University of California,
Berkeley, and sits on the board of numerous environmentally focused nonprofits and museums.
In this event you will learn: what makes a building green, including materials, architecture, and
construction methods behind the concept; and how to: identify and choose the right green
materials (and detect greenwashing); put together a green team, including architects and
financing people; work within a budget and save money; use green building methods (framing,
natural building, & manufactured systems) and sustainable systems (energy, heating, cooling,
water systems, and more) to qualify for the LEED Green Building Rating. RSVP by phone.
Location: Green Fusion Design Center, 20 Greenfield Ave, San Anselmo. Time: 6:30pm - 8pm.
Cost: Free. Info: 415-454-0174, http://www.greenfusiondesigncenter.com/events.htm .
Talk: Anatomy of a Green Building: Thursday, March 27, 2008

What makes a green building successful? Environmental architect Dave Deppen will present a
case study of the Kirsch Center at De Anza College, one of the country's most user-friendly and
widely acclaimed green buildings. He will also touch on the broader fields of sustainable
building, process, design and technology. Reception begins 5:30pm; program at 6pm. Location:
Commonwealth Club of California, 595 Market St., 2nd Floor, SF. Time: 5:30pm. Cost: $15; $7
students; $8 members. Info: 415-597-6700,
http://tickets.commonwealthclub.org/auto_choose_ga.asp?area=1.
Better Living Show in Portland: Friday, March 28, 2008 - Sunday, March 30, 2008
This sustainable lifestyle show offers access to resources in six core areas: lifestyle,
home/garden, food/beverage, transportation, conservation and clean tech. All designed to
introduce you to businesses and groups in the Portland area that can help you make more
ecologically sustainable lifestyle choices. Location: Portland Expo Center, 2060 North Marine
Drive, Portland, OR. Cost: Free. Info: http://www.betterlivingshow.org/ .
19
Application Deadline: LIF Public Policy Fellowship Program: Friday, March 28, 2008
The Latino Issues Forum (LIF) Fellowship seeks students interested in working with a leading
statewide public policy and advocacy institute in shaping a better vision for California. Students
will gain valuable hands-on experience in public policy through instruction on policy analysis,
advocacy skills, and framing issues for the Latino community. Students interested in political
science, public policy, public health, public administration, and non-profit management are
encouraged to apply. Info: 415-284-7220, fellowship@lif.org ,
http://www.lif.org/news/display.asp?id=18.
Volunteer: SPAWN Native Plant Nursery: Friday, March 28, 2008
Volunteer at SPAWN's Native Plant Nursery. All plants from Nursery will be used to help
restore local watersheds. Bring Gloves, weather appropriate clothing, water. RSVP via email.
Location: Lagunitas. Time: 10am - 1pm. Info: 415-663-8590 x107, jenny@spawnusa.org ,
http://www.spawnusa.org/ .
Radical Eco-Feminist West Coast Spring Tour 2008: Friday, March 28, 2008
Two activists from the Portland Animal Defense League, Rising Tide North America and
Stumptown Earth First! will offer a presentation and interactive two-part workshop on radical
eco-feminism and environmental ethics. Location: Long Haul Infoshop, 3124 Shattuck Ave.,
(across from La Peña, 1 block east of Ashby BART), Berkeley. Time: 7pm. Info: 510-540-0751,
http://www.thelonghaul.org/ .
Urban Earth Activist Training: The Resourceful City: Water: Friday, March 28, 2008
An Earth Activist Training (EAT) workshop -- radical sustainability and regenerative activism.
Weekend module, non-residential. Water is one of the key issues of the 21st century, an
increasingly scarce resource and a contributor to climate change: half of the energy used in
California is devoted to pumping water. How do we harvest, store and manage water in our
cities? How can we catch and store rainwater and re-use our graywater safely, saving on bills and
helping conserve our precious resource? Permaculture is a system of ecological design that
teaches us how to meet human needs while regenerating the environment around us. In this
course, we'll learn how to plan an urban garden, techniques to maximize our space, what plants
grow best and how to propagate and prune them, how to grow our own fertilizer, attract
beneficial insects and discourage pests, and how to fit it all into busy lives. Instructor: Kevin
Bayuk. Some work trade available. Location: SF. Cost: $150-$250 sliding scale. Info: 800-381-
7940, http://www.earthactivisttraining.org/.
Workshop: Sidewalk Landscaping: Saturday, March 29, 2008

San Francisco's sidewalks contain more open space than all city parks combined. Now, with a
special city permit, homeowners can reclaim their bit of green space. Converting your sidewalk
from paving to planting creates a greener city and keeps water going into the ground instead of
into the sewers. This practical, hands-on workshop covers every aspect of transforming your
sidewalk into a living treasure. Jane Martin from Plant*SF walks us through the permit process,
takes a look at practical, easy-to-maintain designs and winning plant combinations including
native Bay Area plants. Saturday workshop and Sunday hands-on experience. Sat, 10am-3pm;
Sun, 10am-2pm. Download registration form from website. Location: County Fair Building in
Golden Gate Park, 9th Ave. and Lincoln, SF. Cost: $85 general, $75 members. Info: 415-661-
1316 ext 354, http://www.sfbotanicalgardensociety.org/sfbgs_course_template.cfm?s=4781.
Volunteer: Native Planting at Eden Landing: Saturday, March 29, 2008
In partnership with the California Department of Fish and Game. Restoring this former salt pond
will increase habitat for threatened and endangered waterfowl, shorebirds and fish, and provide
recreation opportunities. Help restore this important habitat area. Our goal is to plant 5,000
native wetland plants this winter, such as alkali heath, jaumea and salt grass. Other activities
include picking up trash and debris, removing non-native plants, and site monitoring. RSVP.
20
Location: Eden Landing Ecological Reserve, Hayward. Time: 9am - noon. Info: 510-452-9261
x119, bayevents@savesfbay.org, http://www.savesfbay.org .
Volunteer: Weed Removal at Cerrito Creek: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Help remove invasive thornless blackberries to keep them from choking Cerrito Creek at the foot
of Albany Hill. Other light and heavy tasks for all; all welcome; snacks provided. Good site for
families - youngsters enjoy the play structure and the creek itself. Dress in layers; wear shoes
with good traction. Meet at El Cerrito's Creekside Park, south end of Santa Clara Street. From
Central Avenue between I-880 and San Pablo, turn south toward Albany Hill on Santa Clara
Street, which ends at the park. Location: El Cerrito. Time: 10am - 12:30pm. Info: 510-848-9358,
F5Creeks@aol.com, http://www.fivecreeks.org/ .
Class: "Solar Power Basics for Residential Customers": Saturday, March 29, 2008
Become familiar with the solar power installation process and how to reduce energy costs. Get
answers to frequently asked questions, such as: How much will it cost? What incentives exist?
How much space will I need? Will PG&E pay me for the energy I produce? How can PG&E
help me install solar? Learn the key factors of a successful project, and bring your solar
questions. Space limited; register online. Location: Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard St.,
between 4th & 5th, SF. Time: 10am - noon. Cost: Free. Info: 415-973-2277,
http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/edusafety/training/pec/classes/.
Workshop: "Go Native - Planting for Pollinators": Saturday, March 29, 2008
Bay-Friendly Gardening means simplifying garden care, reducing chores and using as few
resources, from water to fertilizer, as possible. Bay-Friendly gardeners work with nature to
reduce waste and prevent pollution of local creeks, waterways and San Francisco Bay. Attract
birds, butterflies and beneficial insects. Learn to diversify your garden by including California
native plants that provide food, shelter, and nesting places for wildlife. The Bay-Friendly
Gardening workshops are offered by the StopWaste.Org and its Bay-Friendly Gardening
partners: The Watershed Project, EBMUD, the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program, and
the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. Register online. Location:
Marin Elementary School, 1001 Santa Fe Avenue, Albany. Time: 10am - 1pm. Cost: free. Info:
510-444-7645, http://www.bayfriendly.org .
Volunteer: Miraloma Tree Planting with Friends of the Urban Forest: Saturday, March 29,
2008
Breakfast/lunch is provided! Call for meeting location and to RSVP. Location: SF. Time: 9am -
Noon. Info: 415-561-6890 ext 110, http://www.fuf.net/calendar_news/index.html .
Workshop: "Gardening from the Ground Up": Saturday, March 29, 2008
Bay-Friendly Gardening means simplifying garden care, reducing chores and using as few
resources, from water to fertilizer, as possible. Bay-Friendly gardeners work with nature to
reduce waste and prevent pollution of local creeks, waterways and San Francisco Bay. Healthy
soil is the foundation of a healthy garden. Understanding your soil will help you grow a
blossoming garden this season and for seasons to come. Backyard composting, sheet mulching
basics and other soil building techniques will be covered during this workshop. The Bay-
Friendly Gardening workshops are offered by the StopWaste.Org and its Bay-Friendly
Gardening partners: The Watershed Project, EBMUD, the Alameda Countywide Clean Water
Program, and the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. Register
online. Location: Bay-Friendly Demonstration Garden (Livermore), 3589 Pacific Ave.,
Livermore. Time: 10am - 1pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-444-7645, http://www.bayfriendly.org .
Workshop: City Chickens and City Ducks: Saturday, March 29, 2008
An introduction to raising and caring for healthy chickens and ducks in San Francisco. Join Paul
Glowaski, Garden Manager for the Santa Cruz Homeless Garden Project, for an exciting
workshop on organic "eggriculture". You will learn how to legally keep chickens and ducks in
21
SF, from coop design to health concerns, and what to feed them and examples of appropriate
organic systems for both chickens and ducks. Pre-registration by phone or email required.
Location: Garden for the Environment, 7th Ave., @ Lawton St., SF. Time: 10am - Noon. Cost:
$15, no on turned away for lack of funds. Info: 415-731-5627,
info@gardenfortheenvironment.org , http://www.gardenfortheenvironment.org/ .
Volunteer: Mission Tree Care with Friends of the Urban Forest: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Learn the tricks of the pros and the science of trees by working on trees planted by FUF either 3
years or 18 months ago. Rain cancels. Space limited, please RSVP. Location: Atlas Cafe, 3049
20th Street, at Alabama St., SF. Time: 9am - 12:30pm. Info: 415-561-6890 ext.102,
http://www.fuf.net/calendar_news/index.html .
Workshop: Starting Your Spring Garden: Saturday, March 29, 2008

Be inspired to grow vegetables and herbs all year round. Learn exactly what plants thrive now,
and how to grow them. Many seeds are eager to germinate at this time of year. You will get
plenty of ideas and instructions on direct sowing, transplanting, creating healthy soil, and
harvesting. Instructor Drew Harwell is the Common Ground Demonstration Garden Manager,
Garden Manager for Jesse Cool's Seeds of Change Garden, the former manager of the Stanford
Community Farm, and is well versed in Permaculture methods. (1 CEU) Location: Common
Ground, 559 College Ave, Palo Alto. Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm. Cost: $25. Info: 650-493-6072,
www.commongroundinpaloalto.org/ .
2nd Annual Lakeshore Neighborhood Plant Exchange: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Have plants you must prune or divide? How about trading your excess with others in your
neighborhood? Take home new plants for your yard and have an instant new garden! All types of
plants are welcome: from cuttings up to full size. Garden accessories and accents welcome:
umbrellas, clippers, books on gardening, pots, stepping stones, etc. Bring newspaper, bags,
cardboard boxes to carry plants home in. Call or email for more info or to help out. Location:
3811 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland. Time: Noon - 4pm. Cost: Free. Info: 510-866-8482,
plantexchange@hotmail.com , http://plantexchange.wordpress.com/ .
Volunteer: Cesar Chavez Day of Celebration and Service: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Attention Middle and High School Students! Join EarthTeam and Aquatic Park EGRET in
shoreline cleanup or invasive plant removal along the tidal lagoons at the Berkeley Aquatic Park.
Have fun while meeting other Bay Area teens, benefiting a local ecosystem, and earning
community service hours. Tools, gloves, snacks, and water are provided! We will conclude our
restoration projects by celebrating the life and values of Cesar E. Chavez with a dynamic guest
speaker and musical performance! Free lunch is included for all project participants. Bus
transportation is available for groups of 15 or more students. Space is limited and bus pickup
locations are determined based on reservations, which are first-come, first serve. We ask for a $3
donation to help offset the cost of bus rental, however no student will be turned away for lack of
funds. Registration for bus service required by Friday, March 21. Permission slips are required
for all students. Forms must be signed by a parent/guardian. Required forms and additional event
details will be sent to you after you register to attend the event. RSVP by 3/21/08 required.
Location: Berkeley Aquatic Park, Berkeley. Time: 10am - 2pm. Info: 510-704-4030,
trisha@earthteam.net , http://earthteam.net/ .
Earth Hour: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Join thousands of your Bay Area friends, neighbors and businesses and millions of people
around the world to make a bold statement about climate change. Turn out your lights for one
hour. Earth Hour. Time: 8pm - 9pm. Info: http://www.earthhourus.org/sanfran.php.
Volunteer: Habitat Restoration at San Geronimo Creek: Saturday, March 29, 2008
22
Volunteers needed to help restore native habitat in Marin County's San Geronimo Creek. We will
meet at Roy's Pools on the San Geronimo Valley Golf Course. Directions from 101: Take Sir
Francis Drake to Fairfax. Continue on SF Drake ~5 mi West of Fairfax (over the big hill, past the
Golf Course). Just past the golf course, make a left onto Nicasio Valley Drive, then left onto San
Geronimo Valley Drive. Roy's Pools is on the left hand side. What to bring: Warm clothing, long
pants, long sleeves, work gloves, sturdy shoes, a water bottle, or any other appropriate gear for
weather conditions. Call or email for more information. Rain cancels. Time: 10am - 1pm. Info:
415-663-8590 x107, kevin@spawnusa.org , www.spawnusa.org .
Meeting: Envision the Future of the Concord Naval Weapons Station: Saturday, March 29,
2008
The coming release of much of Concord Naval Weapons Station from military use is a rare
opportunity to create a compact, vibrant, eco-friendly community around the Concord BART
station, while preserving open space on much of the former station, with its wildlife-filled rolling
hills. Greenbelt Alliance and the Community Coalition for a Sustainable Concord host this
meeting with experts on parks, wildlife, plants, and smart growth, along with a visioning tour
and tips on how to get involved. RSVP by phone or email. Location: Willow Pass Center, 2748
East Olivera Road, Concord. Time: 1pm - 3pm. Info: 925-932-7776, cwong@greenbelt.org ,
http://www.greenbelt.org/regions/eastbay/camp_concord.html.
Vegetarian Cooking Class: Demystifying Tofu & Tempeh: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Join Compassionate Cooks' founder Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, author of The Joy of Vegan
Baking, in her monthly Vegan Cooking Classes that celebrate healthful and humane eating that
features local, seasonal, mostly organic ingredients. This class will demonstrate five dishes that
feature tofu and tempeh, including Better Than Chicken Salad, Southwestern Tofu Burgers,
Spicy Tempeh Tostadas, French Onion Pie, and Tofu Spinach Lasagna. Discounts for signing up
for three classes at a time. Fees cover demonstration, food samples, copies of recipes, coupons
for restaurants and local groceries, resources and more. Register online. Location: First Unitarian
Church of Oakland, 685 14th St., at Castro, Oakland. Time: 10am - 1pm. Cost: $49 (in advance),
plus $5 food/materials fee (due on day of class). Info: 510-531-2665,
http://www.compassionatecooks.com/ .
Volunteer: Late Winter Planting at San Francisquito Creek: Saturday, March 29, 2008
We are in the final days of planting season. Help plant natives like tufted hairgrass and blue
elderberry along the paths at the Baylands. Other projects include removing non-native
vegetation and site monitoring. This unique wetland habitat was saved from development in the
1950s and is now home to many native species, including shorebirds and anadromous fish such
as steelhead trout. In partnership with the City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve. Location:
Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve, End of Embarcadero Rd., Palo Alto. Time: 9am - noon.
Info: 510-452-9261 ext. 119, http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents .
Lights Out San Francisco: Saturday, March 29, 2008

Lights Out San Francisco is a citywide energy conservation event on March 29, 2008. On this
night, we invite the entire city of San Francisco to install one compact fluorescent light bulb
(CFL) and turn off all non-essential lighting for one hour. Visit our office at 2548 Mission St. or
give us a call at 1-415-643-LOSF for more information. For more information:
http://www.lightsoutsf.org/about.html.
Compost Give-Away at the Berkeley Farmers' Market: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Bring your own container-two buckets are suggested or large garbage bags. (Please backyard
amateur gardeners only and no professionals). Sponsored by the Berkeley Community Gardening
Collaborative.
Location: Saturday Berkeley Farmers' Market, Center St. at MLK Jr. Way, Berkeley.
Time: 10am - 3pm.
23
Cost: Free.
Info: 510-548-3333, http://www.ecologycenter.org/bcgc/.
Really Really Free Market: Sunday, March 30, 2008

Come to the first in a series of Really Really Free Markets in Berkeley. Bring books, clothing,
games, music, yarn, and anything else you want to give away. This is a no-money event, so don't
even think about flashing greenbacks. Show the capitalists what the free market really looks like!
Location: People's Park, Haste St. above Telegraph Ave., Berkeley. Time: 11am - 3pm. Cost:
free.
Party with Grandmothers for the Oaks: Sunday, March 30, 2008
Join Berkeley Grandmothers for the Oaks for a Party at the Oak Grove. Bring songs, musical
instruments, and lots of food and water. We're going to sing our little hearts out ya hear?
Location: Memorial Oak Grove, (on Piedmont, just north of Bancroft), Berkeley. Time: 2pm.
Cost: Donations of food and water appreciated. Info:
http://www.saveoaks.com/SaveOaks/Main.html .
Workshop: Bees and Backyard Beekeeping: Sunday, March 30, 2008
Learn about the life cycles and biology of the honey bee, basic management strategies and
equipment needed to get started as a backyard beekeeper using the Kenyan Top Bar Hive, a low
input natural beekeeping system. Weather permitting we will go into a hive and work with the
bees. This class is for anyone interested in bees, even if you don't plan to manage a hive of your
own. Registration info online or by phone. Location: Institute of Urban Homesteading. Time:
11am - 3pm. Cost: $25-$60 sliding scale. Info: 510-277-1023,
http://www.sparkybeegirl.com/iuh.html.
Workshop: Landscape Watering Systems: Sunday, March 30, 2008
Learn how to conserve water with proper design and installation of drip irrigation, which may
save 30% - 70% over conventional spray or flood systems. Learn how sizes, shapes of areas, and
plant material determines irrigation choices. We'll also discuss automation devices. Location:
Building Education Center, 812 Page St., Berkeley. Time: 10am - 3pm. Cost: $50. Info: 510-
525-7610, http://www.bldgeductr.org/shortclasses.html.
What You Can Do To Reduce Global Warming: Wednesday, April 2nd

Become Part of the Climate Solution by Professor Robert Cormia. “Carbon Bob” Cormia gives
an enlightening presentation on steps we can take to be part of the climate solution. Learn to
measure your carbon footprint, create your own personal climate action plan, conduct an
efficiency audit, and outline five significant steps to becoming a low carbon citizen.
Time: 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Coyote Point Museum, 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo
For more information or to reserve a seat, visit www.RecycleWorks.org or call 1-888-442-2666.
Free Electronic Waste Collection Event: Saturday, April 5, 2008

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo will have a one day only electronic waste collection event. Items can
be dropped off for free at the collection site in the parking lot behind the History Park, located at
the end of Phelan Ave. off Senter Road in San Jose. Accepted items: Computers, Computer
Monitors, Laptops, Keyboards, CPUs, Televisions, Fax Machines, Radios, DVD/VCR Players,
Speakers, Cell Phones, Zip Drives, Lab Equipment, Printers, Microwave Ovens, DVD Players,
VCR’s, Shredders, Power supplies, Cables/Cords, Telephones/Cell Phones, Stereos and Radios,
Tape & Zip Drives, Computer Mice, Oscilloscopes, PC Boards, Lab Equipment, Optical Drives,
Copiers and more! Note: NO kitchen appliances, fluids, ink or toner cartridges and batteries.
Receive a Happy Hollow admission pass when you bring in a monitor or television, as these
items are the most toxic when disposed of improperly. Drop off is FREE and all items will be
recycled by ASL, a state authorized e-waste recycler. Funds earned from the recycle event will
24
be sent to Happy Hollow’s conservation partner WildlifeDirect, a non-profit organization

working to save Mountain Gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo from extinction.
Location: Happy Hollow Zoo
Time: Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Info: 408-277-4193 or visit www.hhpz.org for a map to the collection site.
TALC Summit: Healthy Communities, Healthy Planet: Saturday, April 5, 2008

Once a year, the Transportation and Land Use Coalition (TALC) holds its signature event, the
TALC Summit, which brings together hundreds of Bay Area advocates and professionals in
support of a more sustainable and socially just region. TALC's 11th annual Summit will be held
on Saturday, April 5 in downtown Oakland with a theme of Healthy Communities, Healthy
Planet. The Summit will focus on the connections between how communities are designed, how
people get around, and the health of our communities and planet. TALC's Summit will bring
together transit advocates, health and planning professionals, and concerned citizens for a day of
learning, engaging, and connecting with others. Join the movement! Register today to take
advantage of discounted advance tickets and to reserve your space before it fills up.
Location: First Unitarian Church, 685 14th Street, (between Castro Street and MLK Jr. Way),
downtown Oakland
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: early-bird price is $15 until March 14, $25 from March 15 through April 3, $30 at the door
(space permitting)
More info and registration: www.transcoalition.org
Home Graywater Systems Slideshow & Tour: Sunday, April 6, 2008

Learn about the permitted greywater system at the Ecohouse. This system is the first residential
constructed wetland/greywater system in the State of California and the first greywater system in
Berkeley to be permitted. We will discuss the principles and process of safely irrigating with
shower, bathroom sink, and laundry waste water. The workshop includes a 1 hour slide show
presentation of greywater design and the application process. Return home with ideas and plans
of your own! PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. MUST register by 5pm on 4/4/08 for either
the 10am OR the 1pm tour. Near North Berkeley BART.
Time: Begins at 10am or 1pm.
Cost: $15 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of funds.
Info: 510-548-2220 ext. 242, ecohouse@ecologycenter.org , http://ecologycenter.org/
Green at Home Vendor Fair: Thursday, April 10, 2008

Speakers will present simple steps you can take to make your home comfortable, healthy and
safe. Free. Light refreshments served. Sponsored by RecycleWorks, a Program of San Mateo
County.
Location: Green Building Exchange, 305 Main Street, Redwood City
Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
More info: Jeffery Liang, (650) 599-1485 or greenbuild@recycleworks.org
"Go Green" An Earth Day Celebration!: Saturday, April 12

In celebration of Earth Day, a host of family-friendly activities, informational booths and
performances will educate your family on how to "go green." Kids may enter an Arts Project
Contest.
Location: The Shops at Tanforan, 1150 El Camino Real, San Bruno
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Visit the event website for more information. Located on the upper and lower levels of JCPenney
court. Phone: 650-873-2000.
Complexity and Sustainability Workshops: April 17, 2008

Dominican University of California's Center for Sustainability is hosting Australia's Bruce
25
McKenzie, global expert in systemic thinking and complexity science. Interactive, thinking labs
about how sustainability in your organization needs a counter-intuitive approach: we can't grip
the steering wheel with so many variables. We need turn ourselves into sensing organizations to
pick up weak signals and work to identify patterns and improvement paths. Different strategies
presented in each "lab."
Time: 8:00-4:30
Location: Dominican University of California Guzman Hall, Room 331
Cost: $225/day + lunch (Some scholarships available).
Register: Jessica.Ramirez@dominican.edu or phone 415 458 3737
For more info: contact Jane Lorand, Dir. Center for Sustainability at 415 888 3778 or
Jane@greenmba.com.
3rd Annual Palo Alto Greenlight Earth Day Film Festival: Thursday, April 17, 2008
The GREENLIGHT Film festival is a regional local agency effort to reach students in
communities ranging from Mountain View to the City of Belmont. The Festival will showcase
the "Best Of" films in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places as well as the Honorable Mentions in all entry
categories. This event will also include an awards ceremony, prizes and recognition for the
young filmmakers. The recognition event will be a community and family oriented "green"
carpet affair.
Location: Cubberley Theatre in Palo Alto
For more information please contact Kim Brown at Kim.Brown@cityofpaloalto.org or (650)
329-2417. You can also go to their website.
Marine Science Institute Earth Day Celebration: Saturday, April 19, 2008
The Marine Science Institute invites one and all to come celebrate the Earth, San Francisco Bay
and all things marine science. The day is jam packed with activities for the entire family,
including four 2-hour discovery voyages on San Francisco Bay aboard our 90 ft. research vessel
the Robert G. Brownlee, a lunch-time performance by the Banana Slug String Band, shark
feedings, interpretive tables, fish and shark touch tanks, juggling and vaudeville presentation,
ocean crafts, canoe demonstrations, environmental info faire, plankton shows, traditional Pacific
Islander dancing, and much, much more.
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
For more information visit our website at www.sfbaymsi.org, or contact Aaron Tinker at (650)
364-2760 x16 or by email aaron@sfbaymsi.org. Entrance is FREE, but there is a cost for the
boat trips. Pre-registration via website for the Discovery Voyages is strongly recommended.
6th Annual Going Native Garden Tour: Sunday, April 20, 2008
Visit home gardens that are water-wise, low maintenance, low on chemical use, bird and
butterfly friendly, and attractive. A variety of home gardens landscaped with California native
plants will be open to the public. The tour will have 45 gardens located all over Santa Clara and
San Mateo counties.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Detailed addresses and directions are provided to registered participants. Free admission;
registration required at www.GoingNativeGardenTour.org before Saturday, April 19, 2008,
12:00 p.m. or when the tour reaches capacity, whichever comes first. Space is limited; register
early to ensure a place.
Woodside Environment Fest: Sunday, April 20, 2008

The event will include information on high efficiency heating systems, alternative fuel vehicles,
and sustainable local organic food. A focus of the festival will be on global warming. Booths, an
art contest for children focused on solutions to global warming, a video room showing short,
relevant pieces, and a performer of songs for children with an environmental message will be
part of the event.
26
Location: Woodside Elementary School, 3195 Woodside Road, Woodside

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
36th Annual Wildflower Show: Saturday, April 26 & Sunday, April 27, 2008
Now in its 36th year, the Wildflower Show is a well-known and loved tradition in the South Bay
and the Peninsula. Organized by the Santa Clara Valley chapter of the California Native Plant
Society, this educational event is free and open to the public, and suitable for the entire family.
The region's premier botanical/horticultural event displays over 400 species of wildflowers and
native plants, each one accurately labeled, many suitable for the home garden. Free classes are
given on native plant identification, growing wildflowers, and gardening with natives. They will
also have books, posters, seeds, note cards, and other wildflower-related items on sale.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Mission College, Hospitality Management Building, 3000 Mission College Boulevard,
Santa Clara
For more information, visit www.cnps-scv.org, email cnps_scv@yahoo.com, or call (650) 941-
1068. Free parking
EECOM Presents “Last Child in the Woods”: Thursday, May 1, 2008

On May 1st 2008, the Environmental Education Council of Marin (EECOM) (www.eecom.net)
is hosting internationally acclaimed author and journalist Richard Louv for a series of events in
Marin County. With the release of his book, Last Child in the Woods: Nature Deficit Disorder,
Richard Louv has drawn the world's attention to the transformation in the relationship between
children and nature, how society is teaching young people to avoid direct experience in nature.
To stimulate a "Leave No Child Inside" movement, he offers practical suggestions for action by
parents, grandparents, government agencies, conservationists, urban planners, educators and
others concerned about the future of childhood and the earth itself. Richard Louv will be
speaking at the Mill Valley Community Center on May 1st between 7:30-9:00 pm. Tickets are
$18 per person and are available by sending a check to EECOM at 42 Bolinas Ave, Suite G,
Fairfax CA 94930 or by purchasing tickets in person at REI in Corte Madera. Note that seating is
limited so reserve early. In addition a VIP reception will be held for Richard at the Mill Valley
Community Center between 6:00-7:15. VIP reception tickets are $65 per person. Sponsorships
for this wonderful event are still being accepted, and will be applied towards our youth outdoor
scholarship and transportation fund. To learn more about the event or to offer sponsorships, or
volunteer please contact support@eecom.net.
Graduate Research Symposium: Saturday, May 3rd, 2008

UC Berkeley's Environmental Science, Policy and Management Department is holding its annual
Graduate Research Symposium on Saturday May 3rd, 2008. The Symposium features a keynote
address by Dr. David Wilcove, finishing talks, student papers, and posters, action panel
discussions, and of course, food and entertainment in the Morgan Courtyard. Coffee (my treat,
organic and straight from my field site in Costa Rica), Tea, Juice and Snacks all day. Lunch
catered by Cactus Taqueria, serving local and organic goodies. Evening entertainment and
cocktails TBA. Funding Provided by the Dept of ESPM, GIIF, and Faculty Endowments.
Register now at http://espm.berkeley.edu/grs/index.php to attend.
Info: Contact Vicki at vwojcik@nature.berkeley.edu if you are interested in joining or leading a
panel.
3rd Annual People Paddle for AIDS: Sunday, May 4, 2008

San Francisco’s most colorful paddlecraft fundraiser and after-party/festival. Up to 200 kayakers
and outrigger canoeists will converge on Pier 40 at historic South Beach Harbor, paddling to
raise pledges to fight AIDS. Join us for the after-party/festival at South Beach Harbor Park,
between Pier 40 and AT&T/Giant's Park. Proceeds benefit up to 30 Northern California AIDS
service organizations.
Time: 10am-1pm Paddling, Noon-5pm Festival.
27
Location: South Beach Harbor Pier 40, San Francisco, CA

Contact: Dean McCully, People Paddle / Mike Dugan, Healing Waters, 415-552-1190, or
info@peoplepaddle.com
More info: www.peoplepaddle.com
28
____________________________________
JOBS ______
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation: Associate Program Officers - Marine Fisheries
We seek an Associate Program Officer (APO) for the Conservation and Science Program. The
APO will be a part of a team who is responsible for implementing a grantmaking strategy
focused on Marine Fisheries. The APO will foster and maintain grantee relationships at several
levels; review and analyze grant proposals; make grant recommendations; assess progress and
grantee performance through project site visits, meetings, and grantee reports; stay abreast of
business, scientific, and policy issues pertinent to the field; and undertake special research
projects. The position will report to the Marine Fisheries Program Officer and will work as part
of a team including the Program Officer, an APO, and two Program Associates. These positions
call for a strong understanding of marine fisheries issues and the context in which policy and/or
markets strategies can be employed to positively advance sustainability. It is essential that the
APO is highly strategic, possesses excellent judgment, has the ability to constructively provide
and accept feedback, enjoys multiple program challenges, easily moves from project to project,
and possesses a flexible and “can-do” approach to work. The APO must be an engaging and
clear communicator who collaborates well. Advanced degree in conservation policy, business,
marine conservation, a related field, or equivalent amount of applicable education and experience
is required. Significant experience in the conservation and science field is strongly desired. The
complete posting and more information about the Foundation can be found at www.packard.org.
TransFair USA: Human Resources Senior Manager

TransFair USA, a four-time winner of Fast Company Magazine's Social Capitalist award, is an
entrepreneurial non-profit organization that is the only 3rd party certifier of Fair Trade products
in the U.S. We currently certify eight product categories – coffee, cocoa, tea, rice, sugar, fresh
fruit, vanilla and flowers. Our unique market-based model links 1.2 million farming families in
the developing world to more than 675 companies in the US to bring more benefit to farmers and
the best products to U.S. consumers. TransFair is a fast-paced, dynamic environment driven by a
passion for doing good in the world by harnessing the power of markets and corporate
partnerships. Working closely with staff in all departments, the HR Senior Manager is a leader
and key contributor to TransFair’s overall success by designing, implementing and maintaining
standards of excellence for staff recruitment, development, and retention. This is an excellent
opportunity for an experienced, mid-level manager to apply their experience and skills to
strengthening and expanding services for a staff of 50+ employees as it grows in number and
global impact. This position manages a full-time HR Representative and reports to the Director
of Operations. For more information and a detailed job description, click here.
KEMA: Field Technician

Bay Area sustainable energy consulting firm seeks motivated and safety-conscious field staff for
entry-level energy program evaluation work. Construction background preferred. Tasks would
include on-site verification and monitoring of energy-efficiency measures in residential,
commercial, and light industrial applications. Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
Must be comfortable working on rooftops. To apply, please send resume to
doug.norris@us.kema.com
Coyote Point Museum: Environmental Education Day Camp Leader

Coyote Point Museum is recruiting for a seasonal Environmental Day Camp Leader for Camp
Coyote, Coyote Point Museum’s Summer Day Camp. Environmental Day Camp Leaders work
as educators, mentors, and positive role models for campers age 3-12 yrs. old. Day Camp
Leaders implement an engaging camp program our educational philosophy and principles of
phenomena based education! Camp sessions may include art, stewardship projects, field trips,
campouts, live animal encounters, outdoor exploration and more! The Environmental Day Camp
29
Leaders may work with any of the five age appropriate camp programs along with Museum staff
and volunteer youth (Leaders in Training). Camps run daily from 8:30am – 5:00pm. This
position starts on or before June 2, 2008. Camp personnel training is provided from June 2 - 13,
2008. Camps begin on June 16th and continues through August 22nd. For more information
and a detailed job description, click here.
Sher Leff LLP: Associate Attorney

Sher Leff LLP, a small, plaintiff-side environmental litigation firm specializing in groundwater
contamination cases, seeks an Associate Attorney. Position requires 2-5 years litigation
experience and a demonstrated interest in environmental issues. Top academic credentials and
excellent research, writing, communication and analytical skills required; experience with
discovery, expert witnesses, and law and motion practice in complex litigation preferred. Firm is
located in downtown San Francisco (SOMA), and within walking distance to all major public
transportation. Associate Attorney participates in all aspects of prosecuting ongoing litigation
and evaluating potential cases. Complex tort cases against major petroleum and chemical
companies involve significant discovery and work with experts. Clients are located around the
country, and light to moderate travel may be necessary. To be considered for this position, please
send cover letter and resume to cleanwater@sherleff.com. All applicants are considered in strict
confidence.
California Coastal Conservancy: Conservancy Project Development Analyst

The State Coastal Conservancy is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a position that is
currently open for an entry level project manager (Conservancy Project Development Analyst),
and to fill other positions may become available over the next year or more. The Coastal
Conservancy is a state agency that works with non-profit organizations and other governmental
agencies to protect and enhance natural resources, and to improve public access to the California
Coast and the San Francisco Bay Area. The Coastal Conservancy also provides staff to and
administers the affairs of the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC), which takes a lead role
for the state in managing ocean and coastal resource issues of statewide importance. For more
information about the Conservancy, its mission and programs, please visit our website:
www.scc.ca.gov. For more information about the OPC, visit: www.resources.ca.gov/copc. For a
detailed job description, click here.
The Wilderness Society: Development and Office Administrator

The Development and Office Administrator is responsible for managing a fast-paced, multi-
faceted office and providing administrative support to the 12 person California/Nevada Regional
Office of The Wilderness Society. The position provides light support to all regional staff and
substantial assistance to the Regional Director and Regional Development Director (with an
emphasis on event planning). The Wilderness Society (TWS) is a national non-profit
membership organization devoted to the conservation of America’s most pristine wild lands.
The ideal candidate has significant experience in office administration, budget development and
oversight, and event planning. Attention to detail, a polished and professional approach, and the
ability to work well with a diverse array of people are essential. The Administrator must be able
to juggle a wide range of projects, prioritize effectively, anticipate problems, and operate
independently with limited oversight. Flexibility, reliability, initiative, a pleasant “can-do”
attitude and a commitment to land conservation are musts. Experience with editing and layout is
desirable. Submit résumé, cover letter, writing samples and references to: The Wilderness
Society; Attn: Development and Office Administrator; 655 Montgomery Street; San Francisco,
CA 94111. Fax #1-415-398-1632; email to OfficeAdministrator@tws.org; no phone calls please.
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District: Ranger

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an independent special district created by the
voters of northwestern Santa Clara County in 1972, joined in 1976 by southern San Mateo
County, and most recently expanded to the San Mateo coast side in 2004. The District’s purpose
30
is “To acquire and preserve a regional greenbelt of open space land in perpetuity; protect and
restore the natural environment; and provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public
enjoyment and education.” The District owns and manages over 55,000 acres of land in 25 open
space preserves. Activities on the open space preserves include hiking, cycling, horseback riding,
picnicking, jogging and nature study. The Ranger patrols District lands to ensure safe public
use; provides visitor information and enforces District land use regulations and applicable laws;
responds to emergency calls; performs a variety of maintenance and resource management work
on District properties and facilities; and performs a variety of administrative duties relating to
record keeping, inventory, and information research on District lands and facilities. For more
information and a detailed job description, click here.
Fenton Communications: Account Coordinator, Health Issues

Fenton Communications is searching for an account coordinator focused on health-issue work in
its San Francisco office. Fenton is one of the leading public-interest communications firms in the
country and has offices in San Francisco, New York and Washington, D.C. We develop and
execute strategic communications campaigns on public health, environmental and social justice
issues, including education reform, organized labor, international development, women’s issues
and human rights. The Account Coordinator is responsible for coordinating various
administrative, media and research work for assigned clients. To apply, email resume, cover
letter, writing sample and clips (as Word or .pdf attachments), references and salary requirement
to jlanderman@fenton.com; or mail these materials to: AC HIRING COMMITTEE, Fenton
Communications, 182 Second Street, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105, or fax to 415-901-
0110. No phone calls, please.
The Greenlining Institute: Health Program Manager

The Greenlining Institute is a multi-ethnic research, leadership development, and public policy
organization whose ultimate goal is to increase low-income and minority representation in civic
participation and policy-making that result in equitable policies that improve the quality of life
for all communities. The Bridges to Health Program within the Greenlining Institute works to
promote policies that empower communities of color and other disadvantaged groups in the
benefits of good health and healthy environments. The Bridges to Health Program is currently
searching for a Program Manager to spearhead the Greenlining Institute’s efforts to promote a
business case for diversity in health industries as well as assist in the overall management and
development of The Greenlining Institute’s health policy efforts. The Health Program Manager
reports to the Health Policy Director. Applicants should send Cover letter and resume to:
Health Policy Director
The Greenlining Institute
1918 University Ave, 2nd Floor
Berkeley, CA 94704
510.926.4010 fax
Organization Web Site: www.greenlining.org
Email replies to: hectorp@greenlining.org
The Energy Foundation: Program Associate

The Energy Foundation is growing. We are a grant-making foundation whose mission is to
assist in a national, and ultimately a global, transition to a sustainable energy future by
promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy. The Foundation’s U.S. office has a
dedicated staff of 25 and a dynamic, positive work environment. The office is located in the
Presidio of San Francisco, but will be moving downtown on August 1, 2008. We seek a
responsible, energetic, and highly professional individual with a background in environmental or
energy studies and a strong interest in the clean energy mission of the Foundation. This person
will work closely with a Program Officer and other Program Associate staff to support the
administrative functions of the Foundation and be the front-line contact handling inquiries from
grant-seekers and grantees. Please send cover letter explaining your interest in the mission and
31
resume immediately to: Craig Appel, Director of Partner Relations, The Energy Foundation,
1012 Torney Ave. #1, San Francisco, CA 94129. FAX 415-561-6709 EMAIL: craig@ef.org
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Organization Web Site: www.ef.org
Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation: Various Positions

Established in September 2000, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation seeks to improve the
quality of life for future generations. The Foundation’s science-based, results-driven orientation
stems from the principles and interests of Gordon and Betty Moore. The Foundation operates
proactively in three specific areas of focus—environmental conservation, science, and the San
Francisco Bay Area—where a significant and measurable impact can be achieved. Distinct
Initiatives have been created within these three Program areas. An Initiative employs a portfolio
of grants that are expected to help achieve targeted, large-scale outcomes in a specific time
frame.
- Assistant, Grants Administration
- Assistant, Program Finance
- Chief Program Officer, Environmental Conservation
- Internship: Land Use Planning and Zoning, Marine Conservation Initiative
- Internship: Sustainable Finance, Marine Conservation Initiative
- Program Assistant, Betty Irene Moore Nursing Initiative
- Program Officer, Marine Conservation Initiative
For more information and detailed job descriptions, click here.
Sierra Club: Program Assistant, Grants Administration
Sierra Club, a leading national environmental organization, is seeking a Program Assistant for
the Grants Administration division of our Conservation Department. This position supports the
program and operational needs of the Conservation Department and is responsible for
administering the day-to-day aspects of our staff time reporting system. The Program Assistant
also produces reports and administers staff training for the time reporting system. Qualified
candidates will have 1-2 years office/administrative experience, including knowledge of and
experience with spreadsheets and database management; strong communication and customer
service/staff support skills; and the ability to work independently. Prior experience with an HR
database or time reporting system is desireable, but not required. This position is located at our
National Headquarters in San Francisco, CA. Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer
committed to a diverse workforce. Please send your resume and cover letter (specifying
"Program Assistant, Grants Administration" in the subject line) to: resumes@sierraclub.org
Organization Web Site: www.sierraclub.org. Email replies to: resumes@sierraclub.org
New Field Foundation: Administrative Manager

New Field Foundation (www.newfieldfound.org) contributes to the creation of a peaceful and
equitable world by supporting women and their families to overcome poverty, violence, and
injustice in their communities. Founded in 2003, New Field Foundation is currently focusing on
Sub-Saharan Africa and operates in support of Tides Foundation's international grantmaking. As
a young organization, we are still growing and plan to boost our grantmaking in 2008. Currently,
we are a seven-person team, including program consultants in West Africa. We are looking to
strengthen the support we provide to our expanding team and grantmaking operations. We need
an Administrative Manager who brings solid administrative experience, French language skills
and the ability to work in a small yet dynamic work environment. If you are interested in the
position, please submit the following:
1. Cover note in English;
2. Resume in English;
3. Answers to the following four questions (no more than two pages overall):
a. Why are you interested in this job? (Please answer in English)
32
b. What strengths and skills would you bring to this position? (Please answer in
English)
c. What would you find challenging or difficult about this position? (Please answer
in English)
d. Please describe your French language abilities, including reading, writing, and
speaking. (Please answer in French)
4. Contact details for three people who are willing to act as professional references for you
5. How you heard about this opportunity.
Please email your job application to jobs@newfieldfound.org with ‘Administrative Manager
application’ in the subject line. The position is open until filled. However, we prefer to receive
applications by March 10, 2008. Start date is late March/early April.
Organization Web Site: www.newfieldfound.org
Earth Island Institute: Receptionist

This is a terrific entry-level opportunity to work with Earth Island Institute. Earth Island,
founded in 1982, by environmentalist David Brower is the organizational home for over forty
innovative projects promoting biological and cultural diversity around the world. Through
education and activism, our projects promote the conservation, preservation, and restoration of
the Earth. The Receptionist is part of the Earth Island Network Services team and provides
administrative support and reception under the general supervision of the
Administrative/Accounting/Finance Director. For immediate consideration, send a cover letter
and resume to:
Earth Island Institute
Attn.: Yvette Hash – Admin. Assist.
300 Broadway, Suite 28
San Francisco, CA 94133
or via email to: yvette@earthisland.org with Receptionist in the subject line or via fax:
415.788.7824. No phone calls please.
Sustainable Conservation: Associate Program Director, Sustainable Agriculture

Sustainable Conservation, a nonprofit environmental organization, partners with business,
agriculture, and government leaders to find practical ways that the private sector can protect
clean air, clean water, and healthy ecosystems. Our award-winning nonprofit leads powerful
collaborations that produce lasting, win-win solutions to critical environmental problems. By
promoting effective business and agricultural practices throughout California, Sustainable
Conservation and its partners are shifting entire industries toward sound environmental
stewardship. We are seeking an experienced manager to join our Sustainable Agriculture
Program as the Associate Program Director. This position will report to the Director of
Sustainable Agriculture, helping to guide and grow the program. Sustainable Conservation has a
successful record of partnering with agriculture in California to identify and implement
management practices and technologies that make environmental and economic sense. We have
partnered with the dairy industry to promote a series of practices, including methane digesters,
which capture the methane from manure to create renewable energy. Other efforts include
conservation tillage, which saves farmers money and greatly reduces air pollution, and projects
aimed at development of California sustainably produced biofuels, including biomethane and
biodiesel. For more information and a detailed job description, click here.
Resources for Community Development: Director of Resident Services

RCD creates and preserves affordable housing for people with the fewest options to build
community and enrich lives. For over two decades, RCD has been building affordable housing
projects throughout the Bay Area, specifically in communities throughout Alameda, Contra
Costa, and Solano Counties. From its beginnings as a small organization focused on the creation
of cooperative housing in Berkeley, RCD has grown into a professional, widely-regarded
33
developer with over 1,400 housing units completed, with an additional 420 units in the planning
and construction stages. In keeping with its mission to serve residents with the fewest options,
over fifty percent of our units serve persons with special needs, such as frail elderly, formerly
homeless adults, wheelchair users, and developmentally disabled adults and children. The
remainder of RCD's portfolio serves low and moderate income families, in both rental and
homeownership settings. Responsibilities of this position include:
- Direct RCD’s Resident Services Program; primary responsibility for RCD’s supportive
services planning, delivery, monitoring and funding. Developing and reviewing
supportive services plans, MOU’s and contracts with service providers; identifying and
negotiating with service providers to provide services at RCD’s projects.
- Develop an annual departmental budget.
- Monitor the compliance of service providers with MOU’s and contracts with RCD.
- Work with service providers to prepare and submit reports to public agencies and
services funders on a timely basis.
- Apply for public and private funding to support RCD’s supportive services activities.
- Supervise and training all RCD resident services staff, currently consisting of one
Resident Services Specialist, four Resident Services Coordinators and an Americorp
volunteer.
- Work with the Director of Fundraising to develop program plans and reports for grant
applications, newsletters and donor appeals, and representing the Resident Services
Program to potential and current funders.
- Work with RCD’s Housing Development staff to create Services Plans and project
funding applications, and advise on project designs, tenant selection, special needs
populations, and services funding.
- Develop partnerships with agencies that serve special needs (supportive housing)
populations. Assist RCD’s development staff with community education and
neighborhood outreach for supportive housing development.
- Assist RCD’s Director of Asset Management and property management company with
property management planning and administration, including development of
management plans, house rules and other policies and procedures; assessment, screening
and selection of tenants from applications and waiting lists; and resolve resident disputes
or grievances.
- Work with RCD's Director of Asset Management to manage project-related services
funds, including property operation-expensed programs and services reserves where
applicable.
- Work with RCD's Accounting Department to invoice grants and funders, and pay RCD
services contractors.
- Develop and implement resident satisfaction surveys, interest surveys, and focus groups,
using the information to develop effective resident services at each property.
- Represent RCD before public agencies, service funders, community groups, residents and
from time to time at housing or community development seminars or trainings.
- Prepare monthly reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
- Participate in Project Development/Operation and Strategic Planning Committees
- Report all suspected abuse situations to the appropriate agencies.
- Perform related duties as required.
For more information, click here.
The Bay Institute: Executive Director
34
The Bay Institute, a 501(c)(3) organization in Marin County, California, seeks a visionary leader
with demonstrated success in non-profit leadership and management for the position of
Executive Director. The candidate must be an experienced and successful fundraiser, particularly
in the area of major gifts. The ability to build coalitions and sustain collaborative work between
The Bay Institute and other local environmental, scientific and educational organizations is
critical. The candidate must be a proven manager, with a record of leading and motivating a
talented and dedicated team. Strong financial management skills are necessary, with experience
in developing and managing non-profit budgets and financial operations. S/he should be an
accomplished communicator and spokesperson, with excellent oral and written skills, who can
represent The Bay Institute effectively to donors, key partners, the media, and the public. To
apply, please send your cover letter and resume to the Search Committee c/o Diane Taylor,
Management Resources, dianetaylor225@sbcglobal.net, 510-843-1983
Organization Web Site: www.bay.org
StopWaste.Org: Environmental Assistant

StopWaste.Org is the Alameda County Waste Management Authority and Recycling Board, an
integrated public agency whose mission is to provide the most environmentally sound waste
management program for the people of Alameda County. The Agency is charged with providing
programs to reduce the amount of material going into landfills. The Environmental Education
Assistant assists in the operation of the irecycle@school Education Center field trips for 4th and
5th grade and high school classes at the located at the Davis Street Transfer Station. The position
receives day-to-day direction from the Education Center coordinator or program manager and
reports to work at the Davis Street Transfer Station in San Leandro CA, operated by Waste
Management Inc. For more information and a detailed job description, click here.
The Bridgespan Group: Executive Assistant

Founded in 2000 and incubated at Bain & Company, Inc., the Bridgespan Group is a
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization bringing leading-edge strategies and tools to the challenges and
opportunities facing nonprofit organizations and foundations. At the heart of our mission is the
belief that nonprofits are the best hope for addressing many of today’s pressing social and
environmental problems. A strong and effective nonprofit sector can be a powerful lever for
change — as well as a source of human inspiration. The Executive Assistant will perform diverse
administrative duties for two to three Partners in our San Francisco Office, including written and
verbal correspondence, meeting and calendar management, coordination and arrangement of
travel schedules, monthly time and expense reporting, graphic presentations, and other related
duties as required. Work with other EAs in a team environment to provide the best
support/coverage possible for Bridgespan’s executive staff. For more information and a detailed
job description, click here.
Greenbelt Alliance: East Bay Outreach, Policy Analyst, and Media Internship
Greenbelt Alliance is the Bay Area's leading land conservation and urban planning nonprofit.
Our mission is to make the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area a better place to live by
protecting the region's greenbelt and improving the livability of its cities and towns. Since 1958,
we have been active across the nine-county region protecting open space, opposing sprawl, and
promoting smart growth. We have helped save over 1.1 million acres of greenbelt and we're a
leader in promoting regional solutions to the problems of sprawl. Our East Bay Office is located
in Walnut Creek and focuses on land-use and public policy issues in Alameda and Contra Costa
County. Greenbelt Alliance is seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong interest in
media or public relations, communications, and/or environmental and land use issues for an
internship in our East Bay Office in Walnut Creek. The Walnut Creek office is a convenient
short walk from BART. For more information and a detailed internship description, click here.
Stewardship Council: Land Conservation Intern
35
The Pacific Forest and Watershed Lands Stewardship Council (Stewardship Council) is a
private, nonprofit foundation that was established in 2004. We have two goals: to ensure that
over 140,000 acres of pristine watershed lands located in the Sierra Nevada and Cascade ranges
are preserved and enhanced for the public good through our Land Conservation Program, and to
invest in outdoor programs that serve California’s young people through our Youth Investment
Program. The Stewardship Council is seeking a qualified individual to assist in the Stewardship
Council’s Land Conservation Program. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic
organization dedicated to land conservation and youth. For more information and a detailed job
description, click here.
Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks: Executive Director

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks, a well respected non-profit park partner, strives to ensure that
the cultural history and natural beauty of Santa Cruz County State Parks are enjoyed today and
by future generations. Each year more than 327,600 visitors—including thousands of school
children—participate in over 4,328 free educational programs funded by Friends. The
organization acts as a bridge between the local community and the California Department of
Parks and Recreation, helping State Parks with its ongoing stewardship of our local parks and
improving the quality of the local state parks experience. As these park budgets continue to be
slashed and more people are enjoying the parks, Friends work has become increasingly
important. Friends has grown to be the second largest of 84 similar non-profit partners in
California. The educational programs in Santa Cruz County State Parks, funded by Friends, serve
as a model for other park districts throughout the state, and have won numerous state and
national awards. Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks is seeking an experienced community leader
and results-oriented manager with an understanding of and appreciation for the natural and
cultural heritage of local state parks. He or she should have strong communication, community
collaboration, and team building skills as well as the ability to draw the best from the staff,
Board, and the State Parks associates. The incoming Executive Director will bring informed
political and financial insights, strategic thinking, and integrity to their work. Candidates should
feel comfortable working in a visible public organization with a diverse cultural, economic, and
geographic base of support. Candidates should also be able to blend effective business methods
with the mission of the organization. For more information and a detailed job description, click
here.
Public Policy Institute of California: Production Associate

The Public Policy Institute of California is a non-partisan, independent, policy research
organization based in California. PPIC's research agenda focuses on economic development,
education, environment and resources, governance, population, public finance, and social and
health policy. Research activities within these policy areas address underlying systemic forces
shaping California's future and crosscut a variety of public policy areas. The Production
Associate ensures that PPIC products effectively present the institute’s work and help to
accomplish our mission of informing and improving public policy in California. This position
works under the supervision of the publications manager to coordinate publications projects,
communicate project status to staff and vendors, and facilitate the development of products in
multiple formats. For more information and a detailed job description, click here.
Public Policy Institute of California: Graphics Production Associate

The Public Policy Institute of California is a non-partisan, independent, policy research
organization based in California. PPIC's research agenda focuses on economic development,
education, environment and resources, governance, population, public finance, and social and
health policy. Research activities within these policy areas address underlying systemic forces
shaping California's future and crosscut a variety of public policy areas. The Graphics
Production Associate ensures that PPIC products effectively present the institute’s work and help
to accomplish our mission of informing and improving public policy in California. This position
works under the supervision of the publications manager to create graphics for a variety of media
36
and to provide desktop publishing support. For more information and a detailed job description,
click here.
Tuolumne River Trust: Development Director

The Tuolumne River Trust has an immediate opening for a Development Director to oversee the
development and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising plan that will increase and
diversify the Trust’s base of support. This is a great opportunity to join a team working to take a
successful organization to the next level. The Trust has launched an effort to expand our reach
and become an institution with the capacity to ensure the long-term health of the watershed. With
a clear vision, a successful track record that spans more than twenty-five years, and the resources
to add several new staff, we are ideally poised to leverage greater support for our work to protect
and restore this California jewel for generations to come. The Development Director will be
central to the success of this effort by increasing our capacity to capitalize on funding
opportunities through membership, major donors, foundation and government grants, special
events, and planned giving. This individual will hire and supervise an event coordinator, manage
the direct mail consultant, and work closely with the staff and board to implement the plan and
reach our fundraising goals. For more information and a detailed job description, click here.
WAGES: Cooperative Business General Manager

WAGES' mission is to build worker-owned green businesses that create healthy, dignified jobs
for low-income women. Since 1998, WAGES has focused on developing housecleaning
cooperatives that use eco-friendly products and cleaning techniques. These businesses are
economically viable, support high quality jobs, and protect the health of workers and their
business clients. The cooperatives are independent entities owned by the workers and worker-
owners. WAGES seeks a dynamic, committed and mature manager to lead the launch and
expansion of a new eco-friendly housecleaning cooperative in San Francisco with primary
responsibility for operations, marketing, and finance. This position offers a unique opportunity to
combine entrepreneurial spirit and social and environmental values – in the context of WAGES’
innovative and proven economic development model. For more information and a detailed job
description, click here.
Earthjustice: Program Information Analyst

Earthjustice, the nonprofit law firm for the environment, currently has an opening for a Program
Information Analyst. Earthjustice works through the courts to safeguard public lands, national
forests, parks, and wilderness areas; to reduce air and water pollution; to prevent toxic
contamination; and to preserve endangered species and wildlife habitat. Founded in 1971 as
Sierra Club Legal Defense Fund, Earthjustice has played a leading role in shaping the
development of environmental law. This position is responsible for managing program
information about the work of Earthjustice’s 10 regional offices and other departments and
preparing reports and analyses of the information in conjunction with time and expense data
from the Finance, Development or Communications departments for the Vice President,
Litigation, Deputy Director and President. For more information and a detailed job description,
click here.
Earthjustice: Web Writer

Earthjustice, the nation's leading environmental legal advocacy organization, works nationally
and internationally to prevent climate change, protect wild places and wildlife, and defend the
right of all people to a healthy environment. We achieve these goals by using the power of the
U.S. courts to enforce, strengthen and maintain our environmental laws on behalf of hundreds of
environmental organizations, coalitions and communities. We're currently recruiting exceptional
candidates for a temporary Web Writer who will work with our established Online team and
contribute to and improve the quality of the editorial content on our website,
www.earthjustice.org, and compose original or revised content for our new website (scheduled to
launch in late 2008). This is a four- to six-month contract position within the organization's
37
Communications Department, and reports directly to the Director of Online Strategies. For more
information and a detailed job description, click here.
Impact Assessment, Inc: Asthma Epidemiologist (Environmental Health Investigations

Branch)
Impact Assessment, Inc. seeks a full-time Asthma Epidemiologist to work on asthma
surveillance projects and research for California Breathing, an asthma program subcontracted to
the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). The main duties of the Asthma
Epidemiologist will be to work under the supervision of the lead epidemiologist on the
following:
- Plan and conduct analyses to describe the burden of asthma in California. Available data
include mortality, emergency room visits, hospitalizations, prevalence, occupational
factors, and environmental factors. Maintain data systems and seek out new sources of
data.
- Publish and disseminate study findings. Activities include: preparation of surveillance
reports for local distribution; presentation of research findings at local, state, and national
conferences/meetings; preparation of custom data requests for asthma partners.
- Support California Asthma Partners (CAP), a statewide group of asthma stakeholders.
Activities include: creating and managing a CAP database the documents asthma-related
activities of organizations throughout the state; maintaining the CAP website; preparing
and disseminating the CAP newsletter; providing technical assistance to CAP, including
identifying evidence-based priorities for asthma activities.
- Provide technical training and assistance regarding asthma surveillance data to county
health departments, community groups, providers, and other constituents. Promote
availability of trainings to these groups.
- Conduct regular evaluations to assess surveillance activities. Topics may include:
conducting data needs assessment among statewide data users; evaluating the timeliness
of the surveillance system; evaluating the program’s dissemination of surveillance
documents and reports.
- Conduct a survey of asthma knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and practices among California
doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, school staff, and childcare providers. Design
surveys, develop materials, create sampling scheme, administer survey logistics, and
perform data analysis.
- Provide support for the preparation and implementation of an asthma research summit,
being planned for fall of 2008.
- Conduct systematic literature searches on asthma-related topics and summarize findings.
- Work closely with a seven-member team of administrators, health educators, and
epidemiologists. Attend weekly team meeting and monthly surveillance staff meetings.
Assist in writing progress and annual reports to funding agencies.
For more information and to apply, please send resume and cover letter, via email or postal
service to:
Meredith Milet
California Department of Public Health
Environmental Health Investigations Branch
850 Marina Bay Parkway
Building P, 3rd Floor
Richmond, CA 94804-6403
meredith.milet@cdph.ca.gov
38
All emails should state “Asthma Epi—YOUR NAME” in the subject line. Position is open until
filled. Salary: $54,000-$64,000 annual salary, depending on experience. Excellent benefits.
Sorry – relocation expenses not provided. Location: This position will be located in Richmond,
California. EOE.
39

March 2008 Newsletter San Francisco Bay Area Women's Environmental Network

Încărcat de

Informații document

Titlu original

Drepturi de autor

Formate disponibile

Partajați acest document

Partajați sau inserați document

Opțiuni de partajare

Vi se pare util acest document?

Este necorespunzător acest conținut?

Drepturi de autor:

Formate disponibile

March 2008 Newsletter San Francisco Bay Area Women's Environmental Network

Încărcat de

Drepturi de autor:

Formate disponibile

Women’s Environmental Network

MARCH 2008 NEWSLETTER

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks: Executive Director ............................................................ 36

Calling New WEN Board Members!

WEN Member Spotlight

Help Me Rhonda! Help Help Me Rhonda!

Workshops: Solar Living Institute

WEN Email List

Workshop: "Lead-Safe Painting & Remodeling": Monday, March 17, 2008

Sustainability Tools and Green Building: Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Seminar: "Road Diets": Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Public Hearing: "Stop the Bombplex": Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Presidio School of Management Open House: Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Workshop: CEQA and Climate Change: Thursday, March 20, 2008

Volunteer: SPAWN Native Plant Nursery: Friday, March 21, 2008

10:30am - Noon. Cost: $22. Info: 650-493-6072, www.commongroundinpaloalto.org/ .

Volunteer: Remove Non-native Plants: Saturday, March 22, 2008

growth economy and envisions a transition to more local-scale enterprise. He is a frequent

Water Conservation Showcase: Tuesday, March 25, 2008

unless the house-as-a-system approach is taken. Home performance contracting is an emerging

Talk: Anatomy of a Green Building: Thursday, March 27, 2008

Workshop: Sidewalk Landscaping: Saturday, March 29, 2008

Workshop: Starting Your Spring Garden: Saturday, March 29, 2008

Lights Out San Francisco: Saturday, March 29, 2008

Really Really Free Market: Sunday, March 30, 2008

What You Can Do To Reduce Global Warming: Wednesday, April 2nd

Free Electronic Waste Collection Event: Saturday, April 5, 2008

be sent to Happy Hollow’s conservation partner WildlifeDirect, a non-profit organization

TALC Summit: Healthy Communities, Healthy Planet: Saturday, April 5, 2008

Home Graywater Systems Slideshow & Tour: Sunday, April 6, 2008

Green at Home Vendor Fair: Thursday, April 10, 2008

"Go Green" An Earth Day Celebration!: Saturday, April 12

Complexity and Sustainability Workshops: April 17, 2008

Woodside Environment Fest: Sunday, April 20, 2008

Location: Woodside Elementary School, 3195 Woodside Road, Woodside

EECOM Presents “Last Child in the Woods”: Thursday, May 1, 2008

Graduate Research Symposium: Saturday, May 3rd, 2008

3rd Annual People Paddle for AIDS: Sunday, May 4, 2008

Location: South Beach Harbor Pier 40, San Francisco, CA

TransFair USA: Human Resources Senior Manager

KEMA: Field Technician

Coyote Point Museum: Environmental Education Day Camp Leader

Sher Leff LLP: Associate Attorney

California Coastal Conservancy: Conservancy Project Development Analyst

The Wilderness Society: Development and Office Administrator

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District: Ranger

Fenton Communications: Account Coordinator, Health Issues

The Greenlining Institute: Health Program Manager

The Energy Foundation: Program Associate

Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation: Various Positions

New Field Foundation: Administrative Manager

Earth Island Institute: Receptionist

Sustainable Conservation: Associate Program Director, Sustainable Agriculture

Resources for Community Development: Director of Resident Services

The Bay Institute: Executive Director

StopWaste.Org: Environmental Assistant

The Bridgespan Group: Executive Assistant

Stewardship Council: Land Conservation Intern

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks: Executive Director

Public Policy Institute of California: Production Associate

Public Policy Institute of California: Graphics Production Associate

Tuolumne River Trust: Development Director

WAGES: Cooperative Business General Manager