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SUMMARY:American Kestrel Talk at Blandy Experimental Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about conservation efforts to provide nesting habitat for American Kestrels across the Virginia Piedmont and Shenandoah Valley. October Greenfield\, Wildlife Habitat Restoration Coordinator for The Piedmont Environmental Council\, will present on American Kestrel ecology and conservation challenges\, followed by a field walk to learn about monitoring nest boxes. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect: A lecture-style talk in the library\, followed by a walk to kestrel monitoring nest boxes. \n\n\n\nWho can come: This program is designed for adults\, but children accompanied by adults are welcome. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Please be sure to wear appropriate footwear and clothing for longer grass and uneven terrain (sunscreen and bug spray recommended). \n\n\n\nWhere to meet: Meet in the library (located in the Quarters building) \n\n\n\nRegistration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-kestrels-tickets-885590283377?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/american-kestrel-talk-at-blandy-experimental-farm/
LOCATION:Blandy Experimental Farm\, 400 Blandy Farm Lane\, Boyce\, Virginia\, 22620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T140000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Organizational Funding for Home Energy Upgrade Programs in Justice 40 Communities
DESCRIPTION:The federal government is releasing historic amounts of funding to advance home energy upgrades in the United States right now\, with many specifically dedicated to delivering energy savings\, comfort\, and health benefits to Justice 40 communities. Many of these funding opportunities come with difficult applications and complicated requirements due within short timelines. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a three-hour workshop to hear actionable advice on the nuts and bolts of applying for Inflation Reduction Act and bipartisan infrastructure law grants\, prizes\, and technical assistance. Participants will hear from municipal staff and community leaders about their experiences applying for federal grants ranging from $10\,000 to $250\,000\,000. Industry experts will detail best practices for finding federal opportunities that match participant priorities and completing a successful application. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqdOuorzwqG9BAFSzDh7FCMqZZhbP_4r94#/registration \n\n\n\nThe workshop will culminate in a breakout room session where participants will work through a sample funding opportunity notice\, creating a sample project plan and drafting an outline to complete a successful federal grant application. \n\n\n\nThis is the first workshop in a series organized by EPA and the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy’s R2E2 and is designed to support community-based organizations\, small businesses\, and local governments in creating equitable efficiency and electrification home upgrade programs.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/navigating-organizational-funding-for-home-energy-upgrade-programs-in-justice-40-communities/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T170000
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SUMMARY:Wegmeyer Farms' Lincoln Strawberry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Old-fashioned\, hometown fun! Enjoy three days of awesome family-friendly events hosted by Wegmeyer Farms\, from a BIP (Berry Important Person) Denim Gala to strawberry pancake breakfasts to a festival of food\, vendors\, entertainment\, contests and more. With all of the proceeds benefitting community organizations and local high school students\, you won’t want to miss out. Tickets are available at lincolnstrawberryfestival.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPEC is proud to be a sponsor of the Lincoln Strawberry Festival\, hosted by our long-time local agriculture partner\, Wegmeyer Farms.  \n\n\n\nIn 2019\, PEC announced its ownership of the Gilberts Corner Farmers Market at the intersection of Rt. 50 and Rt. 15 in Loudoun County. As a first step in ensuring farm production at the corner\, we entered into a long-term agreement to lease fields to farmer Tyler Wegmeyer\, who has been part of the market since 2012. Opposite Rt. 50 from the market\, we also launched our 40-acre Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows in 2019 to grow fresh produce for area food pantries and demonstrate regenerative agriculture practices. \n\n\n\nWegmeyer and his family have for many years run a popular CSA and pick-your-own service at its locations\, enabling visitors and residents of Loudoun County to roam strawberry patches for the freshest\, ripest berries beginning in May\, and to pick pumpkins and sunflowers through the fall. \n\n\n\nStrawberries will be appearing for sale at Gilberts Corner Farmers Market soon\, so be sure to take advantage of this delicious season!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/wegmeyer-farms-lincoln-strawberry-festival/2024-05-19/
LOCATION:Wegmeyer Farms\, 18451 Taylor Road\, Hamilton\, Virginia\, 20158
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
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SUMMARY:Rivanna RiverFest
DESCRIPTION:Join us from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Rivanna River Company for family-friendly activities\, fun on the river\, exhibitors and demonstrations\, food trucks\, and drinks. Learn more about current and future parks and trails plans for walking\, bike and floating the Rivanna River! Music starts at 5 p.m. \n\n\n\nMore information\, including parking instructions: https://www.rivannariver.org/rivanna-riverfest/ \n\n\n\nLocation: Rivanna River Company (1520 East High Street\, Charlottesville) \n\n\n\nCredit Peter Krebs/PEC
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/rivanna-riverfest-2/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
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SUMMARY:Wegmeyer Farms' Lincoln Strawberry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Old-fashioned\, hometown fun! Enjoy three days of awesome family-friendly events hosted by Wegmeyer Farms\, from a BIP (Berry Important Person) Denim Gala to strawberry pancake breakfasts to a festival of food\, vendors\, entertainment\, contests and more. With all of the proceeds benefitting community organizations and local high school students\, you won’t want to miss out. Tickets are available at lincolnstrawberryfestival.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPEC is proud to be a sponsor of the Lincoln Strawberry Festival\, hosted by our long-time local agriculture partner\, Wegmeyer Farms.  \n\n\n\nIn 2019\, PEC announced its ownership of the Gilberts Corner Farmers Market at the intersection of Rt. 50 and Rt. 15 in Loudoun County. As a first step in ensuring farm production at the corner\, we entered into a long-term agreement to lease fields to farmer Tyler Wegmeyer\, who has been part of the market since 2012. Opposite Rt. 50 from the market\, we also launched our 40-acre Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows in 2019 to grow fresh produce for area food pantries and demonstrate regenerative agriculture practices. \n\n\n\nWegmeyer and his family have for many years run a popular CSA and pick-your-own service at its locations\, enabling visitors and residents of Loudoun County to roam strawberry patches for the freshest\, ripest berries beginning in May\, and to pick pumpkins and sunflowers through the fall. \n\n\n\nStrawberries will be appearing for sale at Gilberts Corner Farmers Market soon\, so be sure to take advantage of this delicious season!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/wegmeyer-farms-lincoln-strawberry-festival/2024-05-18/
LOCATION:Wegmeyer Farms\, 18451 Taylor Road\, Hamilton\, Virginia\, 20158
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T220000
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SUMMARY:Wegmeyer Farms' Lincoln Strawberry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Old-fashioned\, hometown fun! Enjoy three days of awesome family-friendly events hosted by Wegmeyer Farms\, from a BIP (Berry Important Person) Denim Gala to strawberry pancake breakfasts to a festival of food\, vendors\, entertainment\, contests and more. With all of the proceeds benefitting community organizations and local high school students\, you won’t want to miss out. Tickets are available at lincolnstrawberryfestival.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPEC is proud to be a sponsor of the Lincoln Strawberry Festival\, hosted by our long-time local agriculture partner\, Wegmeyer Farms.  \n\n\n\nIn 2019\, PEC announced its ownership of the Gilberts Corner Farmers Market at the intersection of Rt. 50 and Rt. 15 in Loudoun County. As a first step in ensuring farm production at the corner\, we entered into a long-term agreement to lease fields to farmer Tyler Wegmeyer\, who has been part of the market since 2012. Opposite Rt. 50 from the market\, we also launched our 40-acre Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows in 2019 to grow fresh produce for area food pantries and demonstrate regenerative agriculture practices. \n\n\n\nWegmeyer and his family have for many years run a popular CSA and pick-your-own service at its locations\, enabling visitors and residents of Loudoun County to roam strawberry patches for the freshest\, ripest berries beginning in May\, and to pick pumpkins and sunflowers through the fall. \n\n\n\nStrawberries will be appearing for sale at Gilberts Corner Farmers Market soon\, so be sure to take advantage of this delicious season!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/wegmeyer-farms-lincoln-strawberry-festival/2024-05-17/
LOCATION:Wegmeyer Farms\, 18451 Taylor Road\, Hamilton\, Virginia\, 20158
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T093000
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SUMMARY:Bike2Work (or anywhere!) Swag Appreciation Station
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in biking to work–or maybe curious about it? Let us encourage you during your morning commute – or ride – with free swag\, free snacks and even a quick tune up. \n\n\n\nLocation: Shenanigans Toy Store601 West Main StreetCharlottesville\, VA\, 22903 \n\n\n\nCycling to work (or school or wherever you go!) has many benefits. It costs less and is more fun than driving; it provides a dose of exercise while most other people are sitting; it reduces greenhouse gas emissions–and it impresses colleagues! \n\n\n\nCredit Hugh Kenny/PEC\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Peter Krebs (pkrebs@pecva.org) \n\n\n\nCharlottesville Bike Month is a joint effort of local government staff\, nonprofits and volunteer organizations.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/bike2work-or-anywhere-swag-appreciation-station/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T190000
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SUMMARY:Solarize Virginia Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Solarize Virginia 2024 runs from April 1 through June 30! Join us for an informative lunchtime webinar on the benefits of solar\, how our solar campaign works\, and how we as a community can come together for a brighter future. \n\n\n\nSolarize Virginia is a collaboration between the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP)\, nonprofit organizations like PEC\, and municipalities throughout Virginia. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpcu-srDooHdEF3EJXlIzlBBveDmTqDiGu#/registration
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/solarize-virginia-webinar-series-2/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T143500
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240501T181517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T181649Z
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SUMMARY:"Coalition for Historic Thoroughfare" with Frank Washington
DESCRIPTION:Join the Afro-American Historical Association (AAHA) of Fauquier County for a presentation on the protection and preservation of local cemeteries and grave sites in honor of National Historic Preservation Month. \n\n\n\nIn honor of National Historic Preservation Month\, AAHA is pleased to host Frank Washington to share a local preservation movement. Frank Washington was born and raised in Thoroughfare\, VA. \n\n\n\nFrank is a member of the Oakrum Baptist Church where he holds the title of Chairman of The Trustee Board\, Youth Director\, and Minister of Music. He formed the Coalition To Save Historic Thoroughfare three and a half years ago in an effort to protect historic Slave\, Freed Slave and Indigenous grave sites and cemeteries not only in Thoroughfare but throughout Prince William County and the state. Frank also holds a seat on the Prince William County Architectural Board. He has worked closely with Virginia State Senator Danica Roem to help revise the Interment Rights Bill\, a second Bill requiring proper printed notifications regarding any sale of properties containing a cemetery\, and a third Bill that allows varied forms of identification to help Black families prove their link to historic cemeteries. \n\n\n\nThe presentation will take place at the AAHA headquarters in The Plains. \n\n\n\nPEC\, AAHA\, Prince William Conservation Alliance\, the Coalition to Protect Prince William\, and the Southern Environmental Law Center have been assisting the Coalition with outreach\, advocacy and research on the history of the cemeteries\, properties and family lineage in Thoroughfare.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/coalition-for-historic-thoroughfare-with-frank-washington/
LOCATION:Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County\, 4243 Loudoun Ave\, The Plains\, Virginia\, 20198\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T201500
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240429T175447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T175450Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Event at Rappahannock County Park
DESCRIPTION:The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) and the Rappahannock County Recreational Facilities Authority will host the first of four “Dark Sky” events for 2024 at the Rappahannock County Park on Saturday evening\, May 11. This event will begin at 8:15 PM at the Park Pavilion and feature two short presentations. \n\n\n\nThe first presentation by Joyce Harman (RLEP) is titled “The Solar Eclipse Adventures.” Joyce will share her experiences and photos of the total eclipse that occurred on April 8. \n\n\n\nThe second presentation by Milt Roney (Northern Virginia Astronomy Club)\, is titled “The Solar Cycle.” Milt will provide some insights into the sun’s behavior during its 11-year solar cycle. \n\n\n\nFollowing the presentations\, the public will be invited to observe the night skies with available telescopes.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/dark-sky-event-at-rappahannock-county-park/
LOCATION:Rappahannock County Park\, 7 Park Ln\, Washington\, Virginia\, 22747\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240419T163623Z
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SUMMARY:Solar for Rural Businesses Workshop: Accessing Funding for Small-Scale Solar
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to more-easily access small-scale solar and energy efficiency improvements for your business or agricultural operation through the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)\, Investment Tax Credits and Solar Renewable Energy Certificates alongside solar installers\, grant specialists and a business that successfully went solar. Register today → \n\n\n\nAt this free workshop\, local solar installers Tiger Solar and SunDay Solar (both selected by the USDA to be REAP grant technical advisors) will be available to answer your questions and help get you signed up to take advantage of this grant opportunity. Speakers will also include The Piedmont Environmental Council\, Climate Protection Program of Albemarle County\, Powers Farm & Brewery\, and Solar United Neighbors. Lunch will be provided. Please email Montana Lanier at mlanier@pecva.org with any dietary restrictions. \n\n\n\nRural Energy for America Program (REAP) provides grants for up to 50% percent of project costs for the installation of solar systems and energy efficiency improvements such as HVAC\, heat pumps\, and insulation. Over time\, these investments can help lower the cost of energy for small businesses and agricultural producers while positively impacting the supply of clean energy. \n\n\n\nGrant eligibility: All of PEC’s nine counties (Albemarle\, Clarke\, Culpeper\, Fauquier\, Greene\, Loudoun\, Madison\, Orange\, Rappahannock) and the City of Charlottesville are eligible\, excluding parts of Loudoun County east of Leesburg. Am I eligible? Business types eligible include all agricultural and processing businesses\, agritourism such as wineries and breweries\, florists\, printers\, storage facilities\, medical practices\, car shops\, and more. Find the full list here → \n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors: Climate Protection Program of Albemarle County\, Virginia Clinicians for Climate Action\, Community Climate Collaborative (C3)\, American Farmland Trust\, and the Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District. \n\n\n\nRSVP today.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/solar-for-rural-businesses-workshop-accessing-funding-for-small-scale-solar/
LOCATION:Baldwin Center\, 5005 Edge Valley Road\, North Garden\, Virginia\, 22959
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
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SUMMARY:Bike Month Kickoff Cruiser Ride
DESCRIPTION:Roll into Bike Month with a leisurely group ride to Fridays After Five at the Ting Pavilion. The pace will be easy and no one will be left behind. The ride will begin at Endeavor Cycles and will finish at the bike valet service at Ting Pavilion. \n\n\n\n(Note that this is a one-way trip\, so consider parking near the Pavillion if you drive or arrange with other riders to return to the start together.) \n\n\n\nSee bikemonthcville.com for more exciting events. \n\n\n\nUpdate: If you would like to ride out to the start from downtown together\, meet in front of PEC’s Office (410 East Water Street. We’ll depart at 5 p.m. sharp!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/bike-month-kickoff-cruiser-ride/
LOCATION:Endeavor Cycles\, 119 Maury Avenue\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240322T171546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T171548Z
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SUMMARY:John Marshall SWCD Conservation Updates Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District and partners to learn more about conservation programs available for your property in Fauquier County\, Virginia! \n\n\n\nPresentations will be provided by John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District\, Natural Resources Conservation Service / Farm Service Agency\, Virginia State University’s Small Farm Outreach Program\, VA Department of Environmental Quality’s Agricultural Best Management Program Loan Program\, VA Department of Forestry\, The Piedmont Environmental Council\, and Virginia Outdoors Foundation. \n\n\n\nAttendees will also hear testimonials from landowners who have gone through the conservation practices to learn how the process translated on the ground. \n\n\n\nLocation: VFW Post 7728 — 12496 Harpers Run Road Bealeton\, VA 22712 \n\n\n\n$10 per person\, lunch is provided. RSVP by phone or email: (540) 422-8490\, tricia.hailey@fauquiercounty.gov
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/john-marshall-swcd-conservation-updates-workshop/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240426T191235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T191418Z
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SUMMARY:Special Announcement on Wilderness Battlefield
DESCRIPTION:In April 2023\, the Orange County Board of Supervisors approved an application to rezone more than 2\,600 acres of fields and forest across from Wilderness Battlefield for the proposed “Wilderness Crossing” development. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis massive\, industrial development poses a dire threat to the historic\, natural and cultural resources of the surrounding area\, including the nationally significant Wilderness and Chancellorsville battlefields\, additional lands that are part of a Congressionally designated battlefield study area\, and the entire Route 3 corridor\, the historic trade route from the Port of Fredericksburg to Culpeper and other parts of Virginia. \n\n\n\nIn the face of this looming\, incongruous development\, on Wednesday\, May 1\, PEC and other members of the Wilderness Battlefield Coalition will join the National Trust for Historic Preservation for a special announcement about efforts to raise awareness about threats facing Wilderness Battlefield. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to the public\, is free\, and will be held rain or shine. On May 1\, follow the signs for parking. If you can join us\, please email me at dmccown@pecva.org. An RSVP isn’t required but it is helpful to know how many people to expect. Wilderness Run Vineyards opens to the public at 11 a.m.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/special-announcement-on-wilderness-battlefield/
LOCATION:Wilderness Run Vineyards\, 11109 Plank Road\, Spotsylvania\, Virginia\, 22553\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
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SUMMARY:Community Meeting on Data Centers and Transmission Lines in Bealeton
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council and our partners in local community groups\, Citizens for Fauquier County\, Protect Catlett and Protect Fauquier\, for a community meeting about proposed data centers and transmission lines in southern Fauquier County and surrounding areas. \n\n\n\nThis meeting will take place on Monday\, April 29 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Liberty High School (auditorium) in Bealeton. Register → \n\n\n\nBackground\n\n\n\nIn December of last year\, PJM\, the organization that coordinates electricity transmission in 13 states and D.C.\, finalized its preferred options for transmission line routes including one major upgrade of an existing line running through Fauquier\, Prince William and Loudoun counties. Other routes impacting the area that were previously considered are anticipated to be considered again in the future. These expansion projects are being driven by the enormous amount of electricity demand coming from the explosion of data centers in Northern Virginia. \n\n\n\nTo add to the problem\, data center companies are increasingly looking for land to develop farther away from current data center hubs. Alongside recently approved data centers in nearby Culpeper and Prince William counties\, numerous proposals have emerged in Southern Fauquier\, posing additional risks to local communities and the environment. We’ll talk about some of these projects and provide you with information to help you weigh in with your elected officials. \n\n\n\nMapping the issue\n\n\n\nPEC’s interactive web map details some of the regional transmission proposals under consideration due to data center demand growth. \n\n\n\nView the web map full screen at pecva.org/transmissionmap. This map was updated on October 31\, 2023 to reflect PJM’s most recent set of proposals. \n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\nDoors open at 6 p.m. The event will start with a few short presentations by the host organizations and include time for folks to ask questions and learn about actions they can take. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please register to guarantee your spot. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nContact Kevin Kask at kkask@pecva.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/community-meeting-on-data-centers-and-transmission-lines-in-bealeton/
LOCATION:Liberty High School (auditorium)\, 6300 Independence Ave\, Bealeton\, Virginia\, 22712\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240329T171535Z
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SUMMARY:Sperryfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:SperryFest returns to the Village of Sperryville in April with a Main Street festival\, duck races\, kids corner\, live music\, local artisans and more! \n\n\n\nLearn more\, register for duck races\, or volunteer: https://www.sperryfest.org/sperryfest-24 \n\n\n\nPEC is a sponsor and will be tabling – come say hi!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/sperryfest-2024/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240212T151343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T142606Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Germanna Conservation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Siegen Forest Conservation Celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony for our new Germanna Ford Public Boat Launch promises to be a day filled with fun\, nature\, and history. The day will feature archaeological and historical activities\, nature and history walks\, kayak launching\, hands-on activity stations\, and participation from our cultural and ecological partners with information tables\, and\, of course\, local food vendors! PEC staff involved in the conservation of Siegen Forest and the creation of the new public access site will be tabling. \n\n\n\nLocation: Historic Germanna1768 Germanna HwyLocust Grove\, VA \n\n\n\nIf you would like to sign up to be a vendor\, have a table\, or volunteer\, please contact us at info@germanna.org. \n\n\n\nView event on Facebook →
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/historic-germanna-conservation-celebration/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240329T172213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T173542Z
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SUMMARY:A Community Read Event: Celebrating Women's History Month and Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Albemarle County’s book club! For our spring 2024 Community Read\, we have chosen the book All We Can Save: Truth\, Courage\, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis as the feature read. \n\n\n\nWe acknowledge the valuable roles women play in our community (and world)\, we encourage you to read with us! This book is an anthology of writings by 60 women at the forefront of climate work. All We Can Save highlights an intersection between the historically significant contributions women have made to improvements in our society and environment. It also addresses the importance of climate resilience and the awareness of climate impacts over time. Copies of the book will be available to pick up for free at these locations: \n\n\n\n\nAll Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) Branch locations\n\n\n\nAlbemarle County Little Free Library (LFL) locations\n\n\n\nCity of Charlottesville LFL locations\n\n\n\n\nSAVE THE DATE and RSVP! We’ve partnered with City of Charlottesville and local community partners for our special Community Read panel event\, celebrating Women’s History Month and Earth Day. The event will be held Sunday\, April 21 from 1-3 pm at Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) Central Branch\, 201 E Market St\, Charlottesville\, VA 22902. \n\n\n\nAt the event\, there will be opportunities to learn about helpful resources related to climate work\, to celebrate women\, as well as chances to keep exploring ways we can equip and inspire our community to learn how to imagine a more inclusive and equitable world. We’ll also have a panel discussion for a conversation about the Community Read book All We Can Save: Truth\, Courage\, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis. Learn more and RSVP for the event in April by clicking this link. \n\n\n\nIt’ll be a great event\, and we hope you can join us! \n\n\n\n⭐ Community Partners for this season’s Community Read event: \n\n\n\n\nCharlottesville National Organization of Women\n\n\n\nCity of Charlottesville\n\n\n\nJefferson-Madison Regional Library\n\n\n\nPiedmont Environmental Council\n\n\n\nReleaf Cville\n\n\n\nResilient Together\n\n\n\nSierra Club: Virginia Chapter Piedmont Group
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/a-community-read-event-celebrating-womens-history-month-and-earth-day/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240322T170827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T171402Z
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SUMMARY:Front Royal Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join local environmental and conservation organizations in Front Royal on Sunday\, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for an Earth Day celebration inspired by the iconic Lone Pine overlooking the town. Whether you’ve been a part of previous events or are joining for the first time\, kick off spring with us and showcase your commitment to the environment! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis year\, we are branding our event with the Lone Pine — a locally iconic tree that looks out over our town from its perch high up in Shenandoah National Park\, alongside mile marker 3.8 of Skyline Drive. Standing just over an estimated 100’ tall with a 36” dbh (diameter breast-high)\, the Lone Pine is an Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)\, a native evergreen tree species known for its beauty and longevity. Speaking of which\, we estimate that the Lone Pine was just a sapling when Skyline Drive was being built back in the 1930s\, putting this tree between 90 and 100 years old. \n\n\n\nFor many\, this tree is a waypoint\, a waving flag welcoming you back home after a trip away. For others\, the pine represents a symbol of strength\, a sentinel keeping a watchful eye over the community below. \n\n\n\nThe event will connect you with diverse\, nature-oriented conservation groups that showcase environmental stewardship at its best. There will be a petting zoo\, kids activities\, food trucks\, plants for sale\, tons of free give-aways\, a beekeeping and apothecary demo (11 a.m.)\, a wildlife education program by the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center (12-12:30 p.m.)\, electric vehicle display\, and an Arbor Day tree planting ceremony (1 p.m.)!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/front-royal-earth-day-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240322T172244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T172246Z
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Earth Day Open House
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 12th Annual Tom Tom Festival\, Panorama Natural Burial is hosting a day full of experiences planned in collaboration with local land stewards and naturalists\, including PEC. There will be guided hikes\, a tour of the burial ground\, a scavenger hunt for kids\, snacks\, and information galore. Join us in celebration and communion as we connect with this land\, with those who devote themselves to tending to it\, and with each other. Come as you are. Stay for some or for all. Together we will honor the richness of life on earth! \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. Children welcome. No pets please. RSVP on the Panorama Natural Burial website. Please share widely! \n\n\n\nSchedule of Events\n\n\n\nSchedule may be subject to slight tweaks. \n\n\n\n7:00am – 10:00am: Experience the Birds\, Piedmont Bird Club (Pre-Event) \n\n\n\n10:00am – 11:00am: Become Acquainted with Native Grassland\, Lauria McShane\, Piedmont Environmental Council \n\n\n\n11:00am – 12:00pm: Get to Know Native Plants\, Drew Chaney\, Center for Urban Habitats \n\n\n\n12:00pm – 1:00pm: Tour the Burial Ground\, Stephanie Bonney\, Panorama Natural Burial \n\n\n\n1:00pm – 2:00pm: Walk with the Trees\, Emily Ferguson\, Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards \n\n\n\nLocation: Panorama Natural Burial\, 3550 Reas Ford Ln\, Earlysville\, VA 22936\, USA
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/second-annual-earth-day-open-house/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240122T200048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T145007Z
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SUMMARY:Greene County 'Water is Life' Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Greene County Visitor Center and local environmental organizations for the 2024 Earth Day Festival! The event will be filled with fun\, and family activities to celebrate Earth Day. PEC will be tabling. \n\n\n\nQuestions – email ebyers@gcva.us.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/greene-county-water-is-life-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Greene County Visitor Center\, 9157 Seminole Trail\, Ruckersville\, Virginia\, 22968\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240123T194800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T142548Z
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SUMMARY:Roots So Deep Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Roots So Deep is a four-part documentary series all about intensive farmers and maverick scientists asking if an underutilized way to graze cattle\, that mimics the way bison once roamed the land\, can help get farmers out of debt\, restore our depleted soils\, rebuild wildlife habitat and draw down carbon? Cattle have been seen as eco-villains for a long time. What if they can help save us from catastrophic climate change? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScreening followed by Q&A from Director Peter Byck and founding partner of Understanding Ag\, the Soil Health Academy Dr. Allen Williams. \n\n\n\nHosted by American Farmland Trust\, Kinloch Farm\, The Piedmont Environmental Council and Virginia Working Landscapes. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roots-so-deep-film-screening-tickets-808008774997
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/roots-so-deep-film-screening/
LOCATION:Germanna Community College – Daniel Technology Center\, 18121 Technology Drive\, Culpeper\, Virginia\, 22701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240308T142848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T142850Z
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SUMMARY:Amplifying Indigenous Women’s Perspectives for Healthy Soil and Water
DESCRIPTION:Join Agricair and Oatlands in collaboration with Virginia Tech Center For Food Systems & Community Transportation\, for a day of learning and co-creation at Oatlands House in Loudoun County. Speakers will include Dr. Lyla June Johnston an artist\, scholar and community organizer with Diné (Navajo)\, Tsétsêhéstâhese (Cheyenne) and European lineages\, René Locklear White\, an Indigenous chef and community organizer of the Lumbee Tribe\, and Victoria Persinger Ferguson\, a history Keeper and enrolled Citizen of the Monacan Indian Nation. This event is supported by PEC and other partners. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://www.agricair.org/co-creating-2024
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/amplifying-indigenous-womens-perspectives-for-healthy-soil-and-water/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240212T175409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T175412Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale at Morven Park
DESCRIPTION:Native plants add beauty and interest to your garden year-round and provide important habitat for wildlife. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Native Plant Sale is the place to buy spring-blooming flowers\, vines\, trees\, shrubs and ferns from four local native plant nurseries: Hill House Farm & Nursery\, Nature By Design\, Seven Bends Nursery and Watermark Woods.  The sale takes place at the visitor parking lot (access via main entrance on Old Waterford Road) and will be staffed by volunteers knowledgeable about native plants who can advise you on selecting natives for your garden. \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://loudounwildlife.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale/ \n\n\n\nQuestions: Contact nativeplantsale@loudounwildlife.org
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale-at-morven-park-2/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240327T190814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T191854Z
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SUMMARY:Solarize Virginia Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Solarize Virginia launches on April 1! Be an early bird by joining us for an informative lunchtime webinar on the benefits of solar\, how our solar campaign works\, and how we as a community can come together for a brighter future. \n\n\n\nSolarize Virginia is a collaboration between the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP)\, nonprofit organizations like PEC\, and municipalities throughout Virginia. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vdO2rrzgjH9DeEXt35x04-M8Te24WoA6q#/registration
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/solarize-virginia-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240125T204338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T204349Z
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SUMMARY:21st Annual Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for the 21st Annual Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run. \n\n\n\nBluebells on Cedar Run. Credit Hugh Kenny/PEC\n\n\n\nThis family-friendly event is a delightful chance to walk amongst a beautiful streamside field of Virginia’s iconic and ephemeral bluebells on a private conserved property. Along the walk\, hear from experts covering a wide range of topics including beavers\, native meadow and riparian habitat restoration for birds\, butterflies\, and other critters\, invasive species removal and more! \n\n\n\nPlease note\, round trip the walk will be approximately one mile in length through fields. Please remember to wear sturdy shoes that are able to get dirty and bring your tall boots or waders — a special treat awaits those brave enough to wade across Cedar Run! \n\n\n\nNo dogs are allowed on this private property. There is no charge for this event. Donations are welcome for the Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for continued land and water conservation efforts in Fauquier County. \n\n\n\nThe event is hosted by Mike and Margrete Stevens at Bonny Brook Farm in Catlett\, Virginia. \n\n\n\nRain or Shine! \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required. You can join the festivities as a walk up! RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/21st-annual-bluebell-walk-on-cedar-run-tickets-810706042597 \n\n\n\nDisclaimer: We will be sharing the pasture not only with wildflowers but with wildlife and insects\, so please be respectful. As with all outdoor activities\, appropriate clothing and footwear are strongly advised.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/21st-annual-bluebell-walk-on-cedar-run/
LOCATION:Bonny Brook Farm\, 8446 Old Dumfries Road\, Catlett\, Virginia\, 20119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240329T191640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T191651Z
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SUMMARY:Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, thousands of history enthusiasts\, community-minded citizens\, families\, Boy and Girl Scouts\, ROTC units and more come together in an effort to help keep our nation’s heritage not only preserved\, but pristine. Activities are chosen by each participating site and can include building trails\, raking leaves\, painting signs\, putting up fences and contributing to site interpretation. \n\n\n\nLearn more: https://www.battlefields.org/parkday \n\n\n\nIn addition to the satisfaction that volunteer work brings\, participants receive official Park Day backpacks and may have the chance to hear a local historian describe people and events of the past at their site. Park Day can also be used to fulfill the service requirements associated with scout groups\, student organizations\, training corps programs\, many school systems\, and more. \n\n\n\nPark Day allows the American Battlefield Trust to cast a spotlight on beloved American landscapes nationwide. Projects will keep historic sites and battlefields clean\, open and accessible for the enjoyment of all — this year\, Park Day projects included painting signs\, garden maintenance\, trash and leaf removal\, marker clean-up\, trail and fence building and more! \n\n\n\nOpportunities in PEC’s nine-county region: \n\n\n\n\nBall’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park\, Leesburg\n\n\n\nBrandy Station Graffiti House\, Brandy Station\n\n\n\nHistoric Salubria\, Stevensburg\n\n\n\nCedar Mountain Battlefield\, Rapidan\n\n\n\nFredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park\, Locust Grove\n\n\n\nPayne’s Farm\, Locust Grove
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/park-day/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240314T212938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T212940Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning at Rappahannock County Park
DESCRIPTION:Winter has been a busy time this year at Rappahannock County Park. Come witness the huge changes brought about by a major invasive treatment/removal effort and replanting in sections of the wooded area. Hosted by Rappahannock County Park. \n\n\n\nJoin our spring cleanup of: \n\n\n\n\npollinator gardens\, meadow areas\, and trails\n\n\n\nwooded area above the upper trail\n\n\n\nVirginia Bluebell trail planted along the Rush River\n\n\n\ngarlic mustard and other bad players\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will learn how to use  iNaturalist to record observations in park\, including spring ephemeral. \n\n\n\nBring work gloves and loppers. Snacks will be provided. \n\n\n\nSign up: https://www.letsvolunteer.org/need/detail/?need_id=912201
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/spring-cleaning-at-rappahannock-county-park/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240307T174224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T174309Z
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SUMMARY:Sperryville Trail Day Volunteer Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:We will be working on improving our amazing Sperryville Trail system and build up our native tree system along the Thornton River. We have two different volunteer shifts (AM or PM) and two different roles (Trail Maintenance and Tree Planting). You can register for whichever shift and role works best for you! \n\n\n\nSign up: https://riverfriends.org/event/sperryville-trail-day/ \n\n\n\nCome join Friends of the Rappahannock\, Sperryville Community Alliance\, Virginia Department of Forestry\, Piedmont Environmental Council\, Rappahannock League of Environmental Protection\, Old Rag Master Naturalists and Northern Piedmont Tree Stewards on March 30!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/sperryville-trail-day-volunteer-tree-planting/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192900
CREATED:20240304T153309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T153313Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Native Plant Society Annual Workshop Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy two evening workshops with the Virginia Native Plant Society and regional experts\, Thursday\, March 21\, and Thursday\, March 28 via Zoom. Workshops will start at 6:30 p.m. with a meet and greet. Each workshop has two sessions\, starting at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.\, respectively. Please register only once to receive the Zoom information for both workshops. \n\n\n\n\nhttps://vnps.org/events/vnps-2024-annual-workshop-zoom/
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-native-plant-society-annual-workshop-part-2/
LOCATION:Virginia
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