BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Toward Zero Waste - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://towardzerowaste.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Toward Zero Waste REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210620T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210620T100000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210528T154420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T154420Z UID:7162-1624176000-1624183200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Cary/Apex\, NC Litter Sweep DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Mick Schulte \nWe can’t think of a better way to celebrate Father’s Day than spending some time together in nature while we help to clean up our community! Join the Toward Zero Waste team on Sunday\, June 20th at White Oak Creek Greenway. For complete details and register:\nhttps://forms.gle/YHJN8F8bC9bZms9h8 URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/cary-apex-nc-litter-sweep/ LOCATION:White Oak Creek Greeway\, 8232 Green Level Church Rd\, Apex\, NC\, 27523-9440 CATEGORIES:Cary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/192802095_10221266256829489_7131484340970712077_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210528T164550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T105419Z UID:7169-1623783600-1623787200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Cary/Apex\, NC Impact Meeting w/ guest Regina Smardon DESCRIPTION:Clean drinking water is one of life’s key necessities. Join TZW Cary & Apex to hear from Regina Smardon about her research on water contaminants and how under-sink filters are temporary but more sustainable than bottled water.\nAfterward\, we will share ongoing impact initiatives and discuss what you want to see happen. If you are interested in volunteering with TZW\, this is a good meeting to attend. If you have any questions\, please contact Andrea Rushing\, TZW Cary/Apex Community Director\, at andrea@towardzerowaste.org. \nRegister HERE. \nAbout Dr. Regina Smardon\nDr. Regina Smardon\, of Holly Springs\, is a sociology PhD who teaches statistics and sociology by day and studies data analytics by night. She is also a single mother to a lovely tweenage daughter who inspired her to get involved with environmental sustainability. All of Regina’s environmental and sustainability work has been a 100% volunteer effort. She has served on the board of directors for Sustainable Sandhills\, in Fayetteville\, NC for 4 years—3 as the Vice Chair of the Board. Regina then joined the Board of Directors of the Cape Fear River Assembly\, as the mid-basin representative\, for 3 years. While on the executive board for CFRA Regina served on committees that planned the annual CFRA conference (inviting speakers like Dr. Jamie Dewitt of ECU and Dr. Detlef Knappe at NCSU to talk about research on the Cape Fear River basin). She also served on the committees planning community forums on Drinking Water Quality and Climate Resilience Planning up and down the Cape Fear River. Regina started the SWWWAG (SouthWest Wake Water Advocacy Group—focused primarily on Holly Springs and Fuquay Varina) FB group in February 2020 to connect local communities to issues affecting the whole water basin. In 2021 Regina added the title of breast cancer survivor to her list of accomplishments and this has increased her passion for environmental health issues (especially hormone disruptors). Dr. Smardon is currently grant writing with Dr. Jamie Dewitt from ECU and Beth Markesino\, Executive Director\, of Stop GenX in Our Water to study the distribution of under-sink drinking water filters in New Hanover County (Wilmington Area). URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/cary-apex-nc-impact-meeting-w-guest-regina-smardon/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Cary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/191282422_10221255161752119_2166699534156912_n-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210612T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210612T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210524T155628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T155823Z UID:7131-1623488400-1623495600@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Raleigh\, NC Litter Sweep DESCRIPTION:Toward Zero Waste Raleigh has adopted a section of the Raleigh Greenway which means we have committed to pick up trash along the trail 4 times a year.\n\n\nOur section is the beautiful area of the Crabtree Creek Trail between Capital and Raleigh Blvd. But no worries\, we are only obligated to sweep the trash on the land portion.\n\n\nPlease fill out the linked form below to let us know that you are coming:\nhttps://forms.gle/7xBgegQJwMb5UJtM6 URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/raleigh-nc-litters-sweep/ LOCATION:Crabtree Creek Trail Parking Area\, 2300 Crabtree Boulevard\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27608 CATEGORIES:Raleigh ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/188972398_10226156208281062_4262162276784945278_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210122T190314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T191625Z UID:6104-1620927000-1620934200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Canning With Cooperative Extension - Strawberries DESCRIPTION:The Guilford County Cooperative Extension Center has invited us to join them virtually as they go over the basics of canning strawberries. Here is more about the class from the center: Canning is a safe\, economical way to preserve quality food at home. Canning interrupts the normal spoiling and decaying cycle of food. This is done by heating the food contained in a home canning jar and closing it with a two piece vacuum sealing cap. Canning homegrown foods can save you half the cost of buying commercially canned food. Canning your favorite and special products to be enjoyed by family and friends is a fulfilling experience and a source of pride for many people. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/137989342839  **A Zoom link will be sent out the day of the event** \nHope to see you there! URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/canning-with-cooperative-extension-strawberries/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Canning-with-GC-Cooperative-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210422T165800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T220153Z UID:7036-1619967600-1619974800@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:TZW Teens Talk: Litter Clean-up DESCRIPTION:Let’s enjoy some socially distanced time together in nature while we help to clean up our community! Join the Toward Zero Waste team on Sunday\, May 2nd at Green Level High School. \nNot ready for group events? We get it! Post pictures of your own litter cleaning efforts on the 2nd and we’ll be sure to send you some Facebook love! Use the hashtag #tzwlittercleanup \nRegister Here: https://forms.gle/BuJoz8iHkqTQve6Y6 \nEvent Location: Green Level High School\, meet at front entrance\n7600 Roberts Road\, Cary\, NC 27519\nDate: Sunday\, May 2\, 2021\nTime: 3p – 5pm \nWe’ll Supply: Litter clean-up supplies such as bags\, grabbers\, and vests from Wake County’s 86it.\nYou Bring: Masks and reusable work gloves! \nThis event is geared toward young people aged 12-18 and their families. Limited to 40 participants.\nAn email reminder will be sent out prior to the event. \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact Cary Community Director for Toward Zero Waste at andrea@towardzerowaste.org URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/teen-litter-sweep/ LOCATION:Green Level High School\, front entrance\, 7600 Roberts Road\, Cary\, NC\, 27519 CATEGORIES:Cary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/nature-4202713_1920-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210509 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210422T151511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T182034Z UID:7024-1619913600-1620518399@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:International Compost Awareness Week DESCRIPTION:International Compost Awareness Week is May 2nd-8th. Check out these events and resources during the week: \n \nRegister HERE. \n\nNew to composting? Learn how to compost in your own backyard Friday\, May 7th at 11 am. Register HERE. \n \n\nWhy is composting so important? Find out: \nhttp://kisstheground.com/the-compost-story/ \n\nToward Zero Waste has a page dedicated to teaching people how to compost. Click HERE to check it out! \n \n\nInterested in buying a bin? If you are in Wake County click HERE. \n \n\nToward Zero Waste is a proud member of the North Carolina Composting Council. To learn more about composting in NC visit the North Carolina Composting Council’s website at HERE.  \n \n\nToward Zero Waste recently hosted a viewing of Kiss the Ground and had a panel discussion afterward. To listen to the discussion click HERE. \n \n\nThere are more benefits to composting. Learn more: URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/international-compost-awareness-week/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/130039788_10159235482251454_4876299420074066022_n-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210218T224832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T224832Z UID:6649-1619031600-1619038800@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Virtual Screening of Kiss The Ground and Panel Discussion *FREE* DESCRIPTION:Kiss the Ground is a full-length documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson that sheds light on a “new\, old approach” to farming called “regenerative agriculture” that has the potential to balance our climate\, replenish our vast water supplies\, and feed the world. After the 45 minute film\, we will have a panel discussion with experts from across North Carolina.\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/toward-zero-waste-29353775089 \n**A Zoom link will be sent out at 4 PM the day of the screening** URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/virtual-screening-of-kiss-the-ground-and-panel-discussion-free/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/KISS-THE-GROUND-NEW-TREE-scaled-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210418T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210418T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210331T022146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T195106Z UID:6914-1618758000-1618761600@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Teens Talk: How to Talk About the Environment DESCRIPTION:Please join Toward Zero Waste’s first Teens Talk where our panelists will share ideas for ways to talk to people about the environment and the impacts of climate change. Our panelists will be a variety of young adults from Triangle-area environmental clubs as well as environmental activists. \nThis event is targeted to middle and high school students who are interested in learning more about the importance of talking about environmental issues as well as the best strategies for having healthy\, productive conversations. \nPlease register via Zoom for this free event. \nCheck out our Teens Talk Resource page for links and videos on how to talk with family\, friends and others about environmental issues.  \nOrganizer & Moderator\nShriya Nanugonda\nHey! My name is Shriya Nanugonda and I am a Junior at Raleigh Charter High School. I am an avid binge watcher and play sports such as soccer and track. I first started working with Toward Zero Waste as part of my gold award for Girl Scouts. I created a page where kids can learn about zero waste and the environmental problems we all face. After all my research and meetings\, I realized communication is an important part of environmental advocacy and decided to help create these seminars. \nPanelists\nLogan Mossbarger\nI‘m a Zero Waste Wolfpack Intern with the Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling at North Carolina State University. In this position\, I have worked on a number of initiatives throughout the campus to both educate students and change the waste management infrastructure on NC State’s campus. I perform waste audits\, work with our social media\, and perform a number of other tasks all centered around our waste management system. On top of that\, I am a senior studying a dual degree in Sustainable Material & Technology and Environmental Technology & Management. Kind of a long dual degree name but to put it simply I’m studying all aspects of sustainability and how that relates to environmental quality/protection. Connect with us @NCStateRecycles on Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter\, & TikTok! \nSami Bommu\nHi! My name is Sami Bommu and I’m a Junior at Panther Creek High School. I enjoy exploring the environment and its effects on the human body. I was part of the volunteer program at UNC REX where I helped in the Childcare Development Center. I have been a part of Cary Teen Council for five years and I am currently the representative for the Environmental Advisory Board. For the past two years\, I have been researching the effects of nutritional deficiencies on pregnant women in developing countries. This has allowed me to understand the environmental burdens that affect low-income and high-income neighborhoods disproportionately. I hope to double major in Environmental Health and Computer Science in college. \nAida Guo\nAida Guo is a junior and the President of Environmental club at Green Level High School. Her interest in the environment and climate change began with reading a New York Times article describing how Shanghai (where her much of her family lives) would be underwater by 2050. Now she is passionate about fighting environmental racism and for climate justice. \nPrerana Prabhushankar\nPrerana Prabhushankar is a current Senior at Enloe High School in Raleigh. She has been with Alliance for Climate Education since her junior year\, and she has also been involved with NC Warn and Earth Uprising Chapel Hill. Two of her favorite memories are writing 400 post cards to unregistered voters to encourage them to vote for a climate friendly planet through the ENOUGH! Campaign and hosting a climate justice webinar with NC Warn. \nQuestions?\nUse the form below and our organizers will be in touch. \n  \nEmail *Question about the event?Question for a panelist? \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you for your message. It has been sent.There was an error trying to send your message. Please try again later.Submit URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/teens-talk-how-to-talk-about-the-environment/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Teens Talk,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Teens_Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Andrea Rushing":MAILTO:andrea@towardzerowaste.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210324T145003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T150717Z UID:6848-1618653600-1618657200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Ask The Expert\, Recycling Q&A (Mecklenburg County\, NC) DESCRIPTION:Toward Zero Waste ~ Charlotte is teaming up with Mecklenburg County Solid Waste to ensure our recycling efforts are not in vain! As we work to reduce landfill contributions\, recycling plays an important role. But wishful recycling could cause even more waste! \nTo get the most out of our Q&A session we invite you to watch this 40-minute video at least once over the next three weeks (http://bit.ly/RecycleRight2021) It covers many of the most frequently asked recycling questions. The video is presented by Mecklenburg County Residential Recycling Educators\, Maitri Meyer & Walker Spruill. They have been sustainability enthusiasts for years and both have a strong passion to educate others on reduced consumption and proper recycling. They will also be joining us for the Ask The Experts Recycling Q & A. \nHere is the video outline: \n\nAn overview of the residential curbside recycling process in Mecklenburg county\nChallenges & costs of wishful recycling and how residents can help\nWhat is and is not recyclable\nInteractive/fun game to solidify learning and clarify common misinformation.\n\nAfter watching the video you’ll probably still have some recycling-related questions. That’s great! Please send all of those questions ahead of time to: rachel@towardzerowaste.org. On April 17th at 10 AM EST\, we will be hosting a live Ask the Experts Recycling Q&A where we will be answering all of the questions that you sent in. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/ask-the-expert-recycling-qa-mecklenburg-county-nc/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Charlotte,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/nature-3294632_1920-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210324T164342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T202713Z UID:6858-1617444000-1617451200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:TZW Litter Sweep (Raleigh\, NC) DESCRIPTION:Let’s enjoy some socially distanced time together in nature while we help to clean up our community! Join the Toward Zero Waste Raleigh team on Saturday\, April 3rd. Register HERE. \nEvent Location: Crabtree Creek Trail Parking area on Crabtree Blvd (you can use 2321 Crabtree Blvd\, Raleigh\, NC 27604 to get you next door) \nWe’ll Supply: Litter clean up supplies such as bags\, grabbers\, vest\, and gloves from 86it.com\nYou Bring: Masks\, someone else in your “pod”\, and helping hands! Bring your own water in your favorite reusable bottle. Don’t forget to dress for the weather and grubby\, overgrown conditions!\nAll ages invited and encouraged but parents are responsible for supervising their children. ;)\nAn email reminder will be sent out prior to the event. \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact Scott Cline (scott@towardzerowaste.org) URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/tzw-litter-sweep-raleigh-nc/ LOCATION:Litter Sweep\, 2321 Crabtree Blvd\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27604 CATEGORIES:Featured,Raleigh ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/nature-4202713_1920-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210326T130000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210203T155725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T160219Z UID:6386-1616760000-1616763600@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Nature's Best Hope DESCRIPTION:Tallamy takes the next step and outlines his vision for a grassroots approach to conservation. Nature’s Best Hope shows how homeowners everywhere can turn their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. Because this approach relies on the initiatives of private individuals\, it is immune from the whims of government policy. Even more important\, it’s practical\, effective\, and easy—you will walk away with specific suggestions you can incorporate into your own yard.\nIf you’re concerned about doing something good for the environment\, Nature’s Best Hope is the blueprint you need. By acting now\, you can help preserve our precious wildlife—and the planet—for future generations.\nPlease register via eventbrite to get the Zoom link: https://tzwnaturesbesthope.eventbrite.com URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/book-discussion-natures-best-hope/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Natures-Best-Hope-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210307T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210307T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210126T183122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210130T210400Z UID:6118-1615132800-1615136400@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Toward Zero Waste 101 DESCRIPTION:Want to make less waste but not sure how to begin? At our 5th annual beginner’s class\, you’ll learn all you need to know to get started on your Toward Zero Waste journey. In the kitchen\, bathroom\, or out and about\, you decide where you want to start and we will give you tips and tricks to get you going! \nRegister for this event on EventBrite – https://www.eventbrite.com/o/toward-zero-waste-29353775089 \n*A Zoom link will be sent out the day of the event* URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/toward-zero-waste-101-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/IMG_20181004_210145_523-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210122T163714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T164450Z UID:6098-1613588400-1613595600@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Just Eat It Screening *FREE* via Zoom DESCRIPTION:**VIRTUAL! PLEASE REGISTER AS SPACE IS LIMITED** \n Nearly 50% of food ends up in the trash. Food Waste is a huge waste of resources and a huge producer of carbon. Dive into the food waste problem with Grant Baldwin and Jenny Rustemeyer in this entertaining documentary from Peg Leg Films. There will be a panel to talk about food waste reduction efforts following the film. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/137965828507 \n** A Zoom link will be sent out a few hours before the screening \nBrought to you by Toward Zero Waste Raleigh and Hungry Harvest. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/virtual-just-eat-it-screening-free-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Asheville,Cary,Charlotte,Durham,Greenville,Raleigh,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Instagram_JustEastIt.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20210101T231212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210101T231442Z UID:5892-1610647200-1610650800@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Plant Based Diet Q&A DESCRIPTION:Learn how to move toward a plant-based diet!\nAbout this Event\nProject Drawdown states that switching to a plant-based diet is one of the best things we can all do to reduce our impact on the environment. However\, sometimes it can feel like a daunting task to change your whole diet. Questions like\, “where do I get protein?” are common and can feel hard to overcome. We are hosting an Ask Me Anything session with Maddie Segal from the Plant Based Foods Association. She is here to (non-judgmentally) answer any of your burning questions about some small steps you can take right away on your journey towards this delicious\, healthful\, and sustainable way of eating. A Zoom link will be sent out a few hours before the event. \nRegister for Free\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/plant-based-diet-qa-tickets-133996813075?fbclid=IwAR35XKCEEcwnBlwMeqeida1ldhGssHwH3SOh9KmbzITNJcXiOjQecjWhYaw\n\n \n*Opinions represented in this presentation reflect the personal opinions of Maddie Segal\, not the opinion of the Plant Based Foods Association. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/plant-based-diet-qa/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/plantbasedl.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200731T183727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201114T200147Z UID:4294-1605639600-1605643200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Toward Zero Waste 101 DESCRIPTION:Want to make less waste but not sure how to begin? At our 4th annual beginner’s class\, you’ll learn all you need to know to get started on your Toward Zero Waste journey. In the kitchen\, bathroom\, or out and about\, you decide where you want to start and we will give you tips and tricks to get you going! \nRegister for a spot in our class using the Eventbrite link below. \n**We will send a Zoom link a few hours before the meeting.** \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/115500131001 URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/toward-zero-waste-101/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/TZW_ShirtFront.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200903T185039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145229Z UID:4444-1601578800-1601582400@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Screening of 2040 & Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION:How it works: after you register you will be sent a link to watch the film on September 26th via the email you register with. You will have 6 days to view the film. You will receive another link on the morning of October 1st to join the live panel discussion on October 1st at 7pm. \nNow\, more than ever\, we need positive voices in the ecological crisis. Join us during the last week of September to see director Damon Gameau’s ‘exercise in fact-based dreaming’\, 2040. \nThe film takes a solutions-based approach to how we can\, using the technology we already have\, mitigate the enormous global issues we currently face. The main themes/solutions looked at in the film are around: empowerment of women and girls; marine regeneration; regenerative agriculture; renewable energy; and circular economy. It’s a story of hope\, and a powerful tool to encourage people to take action. You can watch the trailer here. \nThank you so much for supporting 2040. Make sure you head to Whatsyour2040.com to activate your plan and join the regeneration! \nFollow us on: \nFacebook \nInstagram \nTwitter \nIn registering for a ticket you are agreeing to be contacted by the 2040 campaign and the screening’s co-hosting organization in order to receive your viewing link and about issues surrounding the screening. \nWant to host a screening and Q&A like this one? Fill out this quick form and we’ll be in touch. \nHosted by Toward Zero Waste\, Patchamama RTP and the Eno River Unitarian Fellowship Earth Justice Group URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/screening-of-2040-panel-discussion/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2040-Community-Facebook-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200806T223645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145234Z UID:4298-1600714800-1600718400@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:The Story Of Plastic Community Screening and Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION:Together\, let’s cultivate a world with zero waste. Join us for our FREE screening of The Story Of Plastic! This film traces the destructive lifespan of plastics across three continents and sheds light on a global movement calling for change. \nWatch at your leisure then join us for a panel discussion on September 21st at 7pm. Attendees will receive a link to stream the film upon registering. The link will be delivered to you at the email address you use to register and will be available until the 21st. You will receive a separate Zoom link for the panel discussion a few hours before it starts. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/116155828209 URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/the-story-of-plastic-community-screening-and-panel-discussion/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/title-1-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200831T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200831T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200730T233447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145238Z UID:4290-1598900400-1598907600@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Just Eat It Screening *Free* via Zoom DESCRIPTION:**VIRTUAL! PLEASE REGISTER AS SPACE IS LIMITED** \nA Zoom link will be emailed a few hours prior to the start of the film. \nNearly 50% of food ends up in the trash. Food Waste is a huge waste of resources and a huge producer of carbon. Dive into the food waste problem with Grant Baldwin and Jenny Rustemeyer in this entertaining documentary from Peg Leg Films. There will be a panel to talk about food waste reduction efforts following the film. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/115444653065 \nBrought to you by Toward Zero Waste Raleigh and Hungry Harvest. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/just-eat-it-screening-free-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Instagram_JustEastIt.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200505T174304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145239Z UID:4076-1590692400-1590696000@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Toward Zero Waste Book Club- Adults (16+) DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Toward Zero Waste Book Club! We will meet monthly on the fourth Thursday of every month (except Nov and Dec). You can attend one meeting or all of them\, it is up to you. This month’s book is The Omnivore’s Dilemma by Michael Pollan. Please join us even If you get do not finish the book or haven’t read the book but are interested in joining the conversation. \nAll Book Club communication will occur via email so please register HERE. Meetings will be hosted online via Zoom.com. Meeting details will be emailed the day before the meeting. Hope to see you there! URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/toward-zero-waste-book-club-adults-16/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/person-2468249_1280.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200505T135216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145241Z UID:4080-1590073200-1590076800@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Toward Zero Waste Book Club- Kids (8-16) DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Toward Zero Waste Book Club! We will meet monthly on the third Thursday of every month (except Nov and Dec). May’s book is I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai. Please register your HERE. The age range is a suggestion. We encourage you to evaluate the book for the month to determine if it is suitable for your child(ren). You can attend one meeting or all of them\, it is up to you! Please join us even If you get do not finish the book or haven’t read the book but are interested in joining the conversation. All Book Club communication will occur via email. Meetings will be hosted online via Zoom.com. Meeting details will be emailed the day before the meeting. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/toward-zero-waste-book-club-kids-8-16/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/book-shoes-grass-person.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200125T011404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145242Z UID:3782-1589986800-1589990400@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:North Carolina *Virtual* Recycling Workshop- Please Register! DESCRIPTION:Confused about recycling and how that fits with the larger statewide\, national and global trends? Get all your recycling questions answered with Mel Gilles\, Recycling Education Specialist for North Carolina. \nThis is a virtual event! Please register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/104158358454  A Zoom link will be sent out an hour before the talk starts. You will be able to ask questions via the Zoom chat feature that will be answered after the presentation. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/raleigh-nc-recycling-workshop/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycle-SIgn.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200424T213810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145243Z UID:4064-1588273200-1588276800@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:TZW Book Club- Adults (16+):\nThe first book is Atomic Habits by James Clear. While not an obvious choice\, the author’s advice for creating new\, lasting habits will be helpful for living a more sustainable life. This book choice was\, in part\, inspired by the zero waste vlogger Immy (Sustainably Vegan on YouYube and Intsagram). https://youtu.be/NA3ED4D6oRw\nThe April meeting dates are: April 29\, 2020 at 10a ET or April 30\, 2020 at 7p ET\nThe April meetings will be hosted on Zoom.com \nUpcoming in May: The Omnivore’s Dilemma by Michael Pollan \nTo register for either Book Club:\nhttps://forms.gle/BBovgRRUG76XuKYm9 \nBook club members will be sent a Zoom meeting link via email two days before the meeting. The link will not be posted on social media. \nParticipants are encouraged to procure their books in ways that reduce waste such as borrowing or purchasing an eBook or buying a used copy of the books. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/book-club-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Atomic-Habits.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200424T213306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145244Z UID:4059-1588154400-1588158000@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:TZW Book Club- Adults (16+):\nThe first book is Atomic Habits by James Clear. While not an obvious choice\, the author’s advice for creating new\, lasting habits will be helpful for living a more sustainable life. This book choice was\, in part\, inspired by the zero waste vlogger Immy (Sustainably Vegan on YouYube and Intsagram). https://youtu.be/NA3ED4D6oRw\nThe April meeting dates are: April 29\, 2020 at 10a ET or April 30\, 2020 at 7p ET\nThe April meetings will be hosted on Zoom.com \nUpcoming in May: The Omnivore’s Dilemma by Michael Pollan \nTo register for either Book Club:\nhttps://forms.gle/BBovgRRUG76XuKYm9 \nBook club members will be sent a Zoom meeting link via email two days before the meeting. The link will not be posted on social media. \nParticipants are encouraged to procure their books in ways that reduce waste such as borrowing or purchasing an eBook or buying a used copy of the books. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/book-club/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Atomic-Habits.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200125T010422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145246Z UID:3775-1588010400-1588014000@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Zero Waste\, Plant Based Cooking Class By Linda Watson DESCRIPTION:****THIS CLASS WILL BE VIRTUAL! Please Register- we will send out the Zoom link a few hours before class to those who register on Eventbrite****\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/94197997747 \nInterested in moving toward a plant-based diet to decrease your carbon footprint but not sure how to start? Linda Watson of Cook for Good Will show us how! Linda is a chef\, writer\, blogger\, activist and also founder of Patchamama RTP. She will teach us the basics of cooking the healthiest\, greenest meals around. See how to put together a week’s worth of vegan meals\, from breakfast through dessert. Get shopping and cooking tips that will help you save money and move closer to your zero-waste goal. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/plant-based-cooking-class-by-linda-watson/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Cook-for-Good-logo-1.5-inches.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200422T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200122T170259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145247Z UID:3705-1587582000-1587589200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Just Eat It Screening *FREE* via Zoom DESCRIPTION:**VIRTUAL! PLEASE REGISTER AS SPACE IS LIMITED** \nA Zoom link will be emailed a few hours prior to the start of the film. \n Nearly 50% of food ends up in the trash. Food Waste is a huge waste of resources and a huge producer of carbon. Dive into the food waste problem with Grant Baldwin and Jenny Rustemeyer in this entertaining documentary from Peg Leg Films. There will be a panel to talk about food waste reduction efforts locally following the film. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/102255878084 \nBrought to you by Toward Zero Waste Raleigh and Hungry Harvest. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/__trashed/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Instagram_JustEastIt.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200212T213822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145248Z UID:3818-1584037800-1584043200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Cary\, NC: March Impact Meeting DESCRIPTION:You CAN make a difference! This meeting for people who want to make a positive impact for our environment in the Town of Cary. We will discuss current action efforts around municipal composting\, restaurant guides\, and sewing projects. We will also discuss continued engagement with the Town Council and the Environmental Advisory Board (EAB). If you have additional impact ideas\, come and share them. **We will meet in the community room which is accessed via the door to the left of the cheese section.** URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/cary-nc-march-impact-meeting/ LOCATION:Whole Foods Cary\, 102B New Waverly Place\, Cary\, NC\, 27518\, United States CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Impact_font.svg.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200225T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200125T011051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145253Z UID:3779-1582653600-1582659000@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Cary\, NC- Recycling Workshop DESCRIPTION:Confused about recycling and how that fits with the larger statewide\, national and global trends? Get all your recycling questions answered with Mel Gilles\, Recycling Education Specialist for North Carolina. Please PM Dargan Gilmore with any specific questions you would like Mel to talk about. Hope to see you there! URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/cary-nc-recycling-workshop/ LOCATION:Cary High School Auditorium\, 638 Walnut St\, Cary\, NC\, 27511\, United States CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Recycle-SIgn.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20200212T212956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145255Z UID:3813-1582363800-1582369200@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Cary\, NC: Morning Meet Up DESCRIPTION:What to meet others who are also on the journey towards zero waste? Let’s get together for a morning of tasty beverages and fun conversations. Don’t forget your reusable mug or order “for here” to get it in a ceramic mug. URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/cary-nc-morning-meet-up/ LOCATION:BREW\, 122 E Chatham Street\, Cary\, NC\, 27511 CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Coffee-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200130T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20191205T213334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145257Z UID:3544-1580407200-1580412600@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Raleigh Impact Meeting- Janurary Edition DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our Raleigh Impact meeting\, January Edition! We will hear from Johnathan Melton (from the Raleigh City Council) and we will go over any updates for projects and volunteer opportunities! \nIf you live in the RDU area and want to learn more about how to make a positive impact on the environment then this meeting is for you! Please share the event widely with your friends and family as well. \nhttps://www.meetup.com/Towards-Zero-Waste-Cary-Raleigh/events/266974696/ URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/raleigh-impact-meeting-janurary-edition/ LOCATION:Trophy on Maywood\, 656 Maywood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603 CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toward-Zero-Waste-Raleigh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T110307 CREATED:20191114T185754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T145259Z UID:3428-1575570600-1575576000@towardzerowaste.org SUMMARY:Town of Cary Impact Meeting DESCRIPTION:We will be discussing actions/projects for impact and breaking into teams based on interest! URL:https://towardzerowaste.org/event/town-of-cary-impact-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Whole Foods Cary\, 102B New Waverly Place\, Cary\, NC\, 27518\, United States CATEGORIES:Archived Event - Do Not Use - ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://towardzerowaste.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ZeroWaste_RGB_FullLogo_LowRes_PNG.png ORGANIZER;CN="Leigh Williams":MAILTO:leigh@towardzerowaste.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR