Please join us for the first “official” meeting of our new GN reading/discussion group. When some of us met last month to discuss this idea, we agreed that instead of the usual book club, we wanted an open-ended group that would be a place to explore the bigger issues that don’t quite belong at our regular GN meetings. Given the limits on everyone’s time, we decided to meet once every two months and to keep the amount of reading fairly modest.

 
Sleepwalking to Catastrophe – a Call to Action
 
Join us for a screening of two short but powerful films on climate change: James Hansen’s TED talk, “Why I Must Speak Out about Climate Change” and Leo Murray’s “Wake up, Freak out and then Get a Grip.” The films will set the stage for a discussion of what each of us can do, led by Guy Hanchet of the climate activist group, For Our Grandchildren.
 
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Speakers: Clement Kent and Scott MacIvor
 
Most flowering plants (including many we grow for food) rely on pollinating insects and birds in order to reproduce. Today, unfortunately, many pollinating species are threatened by pollution, pesticides and habitat loss.  Come and hear two experts explain these threats and describe new research into the potential value of urban gardens as a safe habitat for pollinators. Learn how you can make your own garden an oasis for these essential birds and insects.