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SUMMARY:Free Conservation Lecture Series at the Culpeper County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join local environmental nonprofits The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) and Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) from 7-8 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month for a free lecture at the Culpeper County Library (Meeting Room\, 271 Southgate Shopping Center\, Culpeper\, VA 22701). \n\n\n\nPlease register by Culpeper County Library at 540-825-8691 or email infodesk@cclva.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMay 9 – Data Centers in Virginia \n\n\n\nJoin Sarah Parmelee of The Piedmont Environmental Council to learn about data centers\, what they are and what they mean for Culpeper and Virginia. The Commonwealth is already home to the largest and fastest-growing data center market in the world. However\, a glut of new data centers are either under construction or approved all over Virginia\, including Culpeper. This unchecked growth carries an insatiable demand for massive energy upgrades\, extensive acreage\, and tremendous water intake\, jeopardizing the state’s efforts to meet its climate goals\, improve air and water quality\, advance land conservation\, and protect national and state parks. \n\n\n\nJune 13 – Expanding River Access\n\n\n\nJoin Michael Shaw\, River Steward at Friends of the Rappahannock\, to learn about ongoing efforts to expand river access in our communities and how you can explore your local waterways. \n\n\n\nJuly 11 – Solar for Your Home\n\n\n\nJoin Ashish Kapoor\, The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Senior Energy & Climate Advisor\, to learn about rooftop solar options for homeowners looking to save money\, reduce their carbon footprint and gain energy independence.  \n\n\n\nAugust 8 – Bringing Back Grassland Birds\n\n\n\n(this event was canceled due to weather) Join October Greenfield\, The Piedmont Environmental Council’s in-house ornithologist and habitat specialist\, to learn about local efforts by the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative to restore grassland habitat for the benefit of birds and farms across the Virginia Piedmont\, Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley. \n\n\n\nSeptember 12 – Conserving Forests for Climate\n\n\n\nJoin Bryan Hofmann\, Deputy Director at Friends of the Rappahannock for an informational talk about Rappahannock Carbon. This new program aims to help landowners in the Rappahannock River Region protect and enhance their forests\, working landscapes and urban tree canopy through carbon market resources and other conservation programs.  \n\n\n\nOctober 10 – Tree Planting Programs\n\n\n\nJoin Sarah Dishman\, Urban and Community Forestry Specialist\, to learn how Friends of the Rappahannock supports landowners interested in planting trees on their property. Gain information on choosing the right tree for your property incentive programs available within the community.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/free-conservation-lecture-series-at-the-culpeper-county-library/2024-10-10/
LOCATION:Culpeper County Library\, 271 Southgate Shopping Center\, Culpeper\, 22701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wild & Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wild & Scenic Film Festival inspires environmental activism and a love for nature–through film. Wild & Scenic shares an urgent call to action\, encouraging festival-goers to learn more about what they can do to save our threatened planet. \n\n\n\nThis is the 3rd year of the Living Earth School hosting this amazing film festival in Charlottesville. Join us to celebrate the wonder of nature and the connections it brings. This year features incredible films ranging from adventurous documentaries to short films on nature all encompassing the theme\, ‘Earth Care\, People Care.’ The films at meant to inspire\, educate\, and move the viewers.  \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from the event support The Living Earth School’s mission to provide access for everyone to renew their connections with and care for the earth\, and to build healthy relationships with nature\, self\, and community. This fundraiser event helps provide financial assistance and other funding for such programs.  \n\n\n\nPiedmont Environmental Council is a supporting sponsor and will have a table of information at the event.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/wild-scenic-film-festival/
LOCATION:Violet Crown Cinema\, 200 West Main Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T090000
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SUMMARY:Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium: Buffer Summit and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Buffer Summit Flyer 2024Download\n\n\n\nRiparian buffers\, the strips of vegetation next to waterways\, are critical for improving water quality\, climate resiliency\, and wildlife habitat. Join the Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium Wednesday\, Oct. 23 to learn more at the 6th Annual Buffer Summit & Celebration!  \n\n\n\nRegister and see more details at: https://form.jotform.com/241916309161959 ➡️ \n\n\n\nThere will be presentations on the importance of these green spaces and how to care for them\, plus activities like a tree ID walk and bioretention tour around the historic Maymont in Richmond.  
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/upper-middle-james-riparian-consortium-buffer-summit-and-celebration-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T160000
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SUMMARY:Halloween Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Get your costume\, scare up some friends and join the Piedmont Mobility Alliance for a free\, fun\, relaxed and social bicycle ride through the streets of Charlottesville! \n\n\n\nWe’ll gather at Brazos at 4:00 pm for some bike-decorating and a safety talk. The ride itself will begin at 4:30 p.m.\, follow bike lanes and quiet neighborhood streets wherever possible [exact route tbd]. We will take breaks at cemeteries and other spooky destinations along the way. The ride will end back at Brazos with fellowship\, refreshments\, and a brief discussion. \n\n\n\nBlue Wheel Bikes is offering free safety inspections in their store this week for ride participants. They’ll be back on Sunday\, along with volunteers\, for final checks.  \n\n\n\nPrizes will be awarded for the best costume and most tricked-out bike?? \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Peter Krebs at pkrebs@pecva.org. \n\n\n\nBikeCville is made possible by a grant from the Bama Works Fund to encourage safe bicycling and create a stronger network of bicycle advocates.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/halloween-bike-ride/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T110000
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SUMMARY:Land & Water Conservation: Carbon\, Easements\, & Cost-Share Workshop
DESCRIPTION:At this upcoming workshop in Greene County\, landowners can learn from conservation professionals in our region about forest carbon\, conservation easements\, and other climate-smart conservation programs and opportunities available in our region. Rappahannock Carbon is a program offered by the Rappahannock River Roundtable partners to assist landowners in conserving their forests by utilizing carbon market resources and conservation tools. In addition\, Piedmont Environmental Council will provide information about land conservation opportunities available to landowners. \n\n\n\nRSVP here for this free workshop. Lunch will be provided. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to the organizers at info@rappahannockroundtable.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/land-water-conservation-carbon-easements-cost-share-workshop/
LOCATION:PVCC Eugene Giuseppe Center\, 222 South Main Street\, Standardsville\, 22973\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T083000
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SUMMARY:November Piedmont Mobility Alliance Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Mobility Alliance (pecva.org/mobilityalliance) is a coalition of organizations\, agencies\, businesses and groups who share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. We gather every two months to share updates and work collaboratively on projects that none can accomplish alone. \n\n\n\nThis meeting is in person with a Zoom option: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82749744542 \n\n\n\nAgenda to come. \n\n\n\n[Notes from September 30 Meeting]
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T090000
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SUMMARY:2025 General Assembly Preview Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Environmental Council  is hosting a watch party at our Warrenton office for a preview of statewide environmental legislation in the 2025 General Assembly. Tune in with PEC staff as environmental experts from across Virginia present on many statewide policies that affect our environment and communities.  \n\n\n\nIn-person tickets are $20. Breakfast and coffee will be provided starting around 9 a.m. After the program\, there will be ample time to chat with PEC staff and other advocates about what’s next for Virginia and how you can make an impact. Use promo code “VCNWAR2024” when you select your location to attend in-person for free. \n\n\n\nJoining online is free\, but a donation of $20 is appreciated. Virtual attendees can tune in to the General Assembly Preview from 9:15 – 11 a.m. to hear all speaker presentations. Registration is required to receive the webinar link. \n\n\n\nWatch parties across the state are organized by Virginia Conservation Network. \n\n\n\nRegister here: https://app.glueup.com/event/general-assembly-preview-123762/
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/2025-general-assembly-preview-watch-party/
LOCATION:PEC Warrenton Office\, 45 Horner St\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20186\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T183000
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SUMMARY:Remington Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join The Remington Community Partnerships and local community partners The Piedmont Environmental Council\, Citizens for Fauquier County\, Protect Catlett and Protect Fauquier for a community meeting about proposed data centers and transmission lines in Remington.  \n\n\n\nLearn how Remington’s rich history and revitalization efforts are threatened by the surge of data center developments which would undermine the character\, charm and economic potential of the town. As many as four major data center developments could be built in Remington and more could be on the way. Remington residents\, conservation groups and others will explain how these developments threaten our quality of life and community-wide revitalization efforts. \n\n\n\nThere will be time for attendees to grab food and meet one another before the meeting begins at 7:00. 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 here to guarantee your spot. Catered food and beverages will be provided. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, contact Fauquier County Land Use Field Representative Kevin Kask at kkask@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/remington-community-meeting/
LOCATION:400 N CHURCH ROAD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T080000
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SUMMARY:Data Center Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:PEC staff joined a coalition of organizations in Richmond to demonstrate support for data center reform. Photo by Hugh Kenny/PEC.\n\n\n\nThe Data Center Reform Coalition is excited to announce our 2025 Lobby Day slated for January 20\, 2025. \n\n\n\nOur coalition is comprised of more than 25 advocacy and nonprofit organizations that span the environmental\, conservation\, historic preservation\, and climate landscape. We represent thousands of diverse communities and voices across Virginia. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we are urging state lawmakers to take action on the unchecked\, exponential growth of data centers in Virginia. \n\n\n\nVirginia is home to the world’s largest concentration of data centers in the world\, dwarfing all other global markets. Each of these data centers consumes as much power as a small city\, creating a huge increase in future electricity infrastructure needs\, and their continued\, unfettered growth will have a disastrous impact on ratepayers\, our communities\, and the environment. \n\n\n\nSeveral pieces of legislation have been introduced for the 2025 General Assembly session that advocate for a smarter development approach and embrace our four main pillars of reform: \n\n\n\n\nEnhanced Transparency\n\n\n\nRatepayer Protections\n\n\n\nState Oversight\n\n\n\nTax Incentive Reform.\n\n\n\n\nWe believe we can get legislation in place this year to bring about a smarter digital future for our state. Help us spread the word on January 20! \n\n\n\nThis event is your chance to lobby with fellow advocates in your district for a smarter development approach to data centers in our state. You will be led in your meetings by a lobbying expert\, so there is no need to be a seasoned advocate. Moreover\, the Coalition will host a prep meeting\, open to all who register to answer questions and go over what we are asking lawmakers to support. \n\n\n\nNOTE: If you are signing up after Thursday\, Jan 16 at 4:00 p.m.\, we will NOT be able to schedule any more legislator meetings. If we already have a meeting booked with your legislator\, you are welcome to tag along for that meeting. Additionally\, please refrain from organizing legislator meetings yourself\, as we want to avoid overscheduling or double-booking during our event. You are STILL welcome to reserve a seat on the bus and join us for the rest of Lobby Day\, but we can no longer organize legislator meetings for you. We can’t wait to lobby with you on Monday\, Jan. 20! If you have any questions\, reach out to Samantha Eley at seley@pecva.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/data-center-lobby-day/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 815 East Grace Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T074500
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SUMMARY:Virginia Conservation Network's Conservation Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:Participants in the January 2024 Conservation Lobby Day. Photo by Hugh Kenny/PEC\n\n\n\nThe Virginia Conservation Network (VCN)’s annual Conservation Lobby Day is your chance to lobby with fellow advocates in your district for environmental action that matters most to you. \n\n\n\nJoin VCN as it kicks off this year’s annual Conservation Lobby Day at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Wednesday\, Jan. 22nd. Attend lobby meetings with your legislators and fellow advocates throughout the morning. Then\, it will wrap up at St. Paul’s to recap a day well spent and plan next steps. \n\n\n\nRegister at https://app.glueup.com/event/conservation-lobby-day-127170/ \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please reach out to jaime@vcnva.org \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to sponsor this event.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-conservation-networks-conservation-lobby-day/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 815 E Grace St\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T160000
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Mobility Alliance Winter 2025 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Mobility Alliance is a coalition of organizations\, agencies\, businesses and groups who share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.  We gather every two months to share updates and work collaboratively on projects that none can accomplish alone. \n\n\n\nIn-person attendance is encouraged\, but there will also be a remote option. Join at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88630281370 \n\n\n\nDraft AgendaIntroductions2025 Meetings slateActive Mobility Summit (March 6-7) Updates and Work SessionCharlottesville Parks & Rec Master PlanOrganization Updates and 2025 Plans \n\n\n\nPlease feel free to submit agenda items.(pkrebs@pecva.org) \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Mobility Alliance is a coalition of organizations\, agencies\, businesses and individuals who share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.  \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.vdot.virginia.gov/projects/culpeper-district/stars-study-ridge-street-and-westmain-street-intersection-city-of-charlottesville
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance-winter-2025-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T160000
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SUMMARY:Charlottesville Office Open House
DESCRIPTION:Brighten up a winter evening with drinks\, light bites\, and community conversations about PEC’s work at our Charlottesville Office’s Open House. Our location in the historic King Building\, off of the Downtown Mall\, serves as the home base for PEC’s work on the southern half of our nine-county region that extends from Albemarle to Loudoun County. \n\n\n\nRSVP to let us know you’re coming or swing by between 4-7 p.m. Mon.\, Feb. 3! 
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/charlottesville-office-open-house/
LOCATION:Piedmont Environmental Council\, 410 East Water Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T200000
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SUMMARY:American Kestrels: Nest Box Monitoring and Banding
DESCRIPTION:The Potomac Valley Audubon Society welcomes October Greenfield\, Wildlife Habitat Program Manager for The Piedmont Environmental Council and Co-coordinator of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative! \n\n\n\nThis program is free and open to the public\, in person and virtually.  \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE \n\n\n\n\n6:30 PM: Social time with light refreshments. In order to reduce waste\, we are asking that people bring their own mugs. \n\n\n\n7:00 PM: Presentation begins!\n\n\n\n8:00 PM: Approximate end of the program – though it may last longer depending on questions and discussion!\n\n\n\n\nWe will also be offering this program virtually! Here is the Zoom link so you can join in from home.  If you are not able to attend live\, in-person or virtually\, you can view a recording of the Monthly Program presentation later! We typically post the recording within several days. \n\n\n\nPresentation Description – \n\n\n\nJoin us learn about conservation efforts to provide nesting habitat for American Kestrels across the Virginia Piedmont and Shenandoah Valley. October Greenfield\, Wildlife Habitat Program Manager for The Piedmont Environmental Council and Co-coordinator of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative\, will present on American Kestrel ecology and conservation challenges\, including how installing nest boxes can benefit American Kestrels and how bird banding helps us learn more about their movements and survival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: October Greenfield is the Wildlife Habitat Program Manager for The Piedmont Environmental Council and Co-coordinator of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative. Her work includes a diverse portfolio of wildlife habitat restoration projects\, leading community-based conservation efforts\, and promoting landowner engagement around habitat management. She has worked with raptors for a decade and is a licensed raptor bander. In 2018\, October served as one of PVAS’s AmeriCorps Environmental Educators!
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/american-kestrels-nest-box-monitoring-and-banding/
LOCATION:Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education\, 213 N King St\, Shepherdstown\, West Virginia\, 25443
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T083000
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SUMMARY:Woods & Wildlife Conference: Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program
DESCRIPTION:Join PEC and other partners at the 21st Annual Landowner Woods & Wildlife Conference\, Saturday\, Feb. 22. The full day conference will provide information\, tools\, and personal contacts to help private woodland owners keep their woods\, and the wildlife that live in them\, healthy and productive.   \n\n\n\nA variety of topics are offered to appeal to owners of both small and large tracts\, and both new and experienced owners. \n\n\n\nPEC’s Albemarle and Greene County Conservation Program Manager\, Kim Biasiolli\, will be presenting in the afternoon on conservation tools available to landowners. See the agenda and register to attend.  \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all. $55/person or $100/couple.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/woods-wildlife-conference-virginia-forest-landowner-education-program/
LOCATION:Daniel Technology Center – Germanna Community College (Culpeper Campus)\, 18121 Technology Drive\, Culpeper\, Virginia\, 22701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T150000
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SUMMARY:Greene County Conservation Speed Dating Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in: 1) learning about different conservation practices that can benefit your landscape and production goals2) Learning about financial assistance available to help cover the cost of those practices?3)Having an opportunity to meet many of the local organizations and technical service providers that can assist you? \n\n\n\nIf so\, we invite you to join PEC for a hands-on workshop that will give you one-on-one time with local technical service providers and conservation practitioners to discuss your interests\, options\, and next steps specific to your property. All participants will receive a large scale printed map of their property and have the opportunity to interact with service providers from PEC\, Rappahannock River Round Table\, Friends of the Rappahannock\, Blue Ridge PRISM\, American Farmland Trust\, NRCS\, Culpeper SWCD\, and the Department of Forestry. \n\n\n\nThis event is only open to Greene County landowners and producers\, stay tuned for similar events in the future in your area at pecva.org/events. There is a limit to the number of participants (10-12 landowners) due to the format of the event so those that would like to participate should email Lauria McShane at lmcshane@pecva.org as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/greene-county-conservation-speed-dating-workshop/
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DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Bay Day on Capitol Hill
DESCRIPTION:Choose Clean Water Coalition’s Lobby Day in 2023. Photo by Hugh Kenny/PEC.\n\n\n\nYou are invited to join the Choose Clean Water Coalition for our 14th Annual Chesapeake Bay Day on Capitol Hill on Wednesday\, March 5.  The 2025 Chesapeake Bay Day will feature meetings with members of Congress and/or their staff and a lunch briefing from 12:00-1:30PM when members of Congress will join us and speak to our entire group.  \n\n\n\nEvery March\, the Choose Clean Water Coalition gathers individuals from its member organizations throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed to advocate for clean water policies and funding in Washington\, DC. Meeting with Members of Congress and their staff\, Coalition members provide real-world examples of the impact clean water programs and policies are having in their community and the need for continued support. \n\n\n\nRegistration for Bay Day will close on Friday\, February 7.  Please submit your registration form before that time.  \n\n\n\nClick here to LEARN MORE \n\n\n\nClick here to REGISTER \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions regarding our 2025 Chesapeake Bay Day on Capitol Hill\, please contact Peter Marx\, peter@choosecleanwater.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPEC is a member of the Choose Clean Water Coalition.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/chesapeake-bay-day-on-capitol-hill/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
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SUMMARY:Winter Lecture: Bringing Back Virginia's Grassland Birds
DESCRIPTION:“Bringing Back Virginia’s Grassland Birds” is an in-person lecture presented by October Greenfield\, co-coordinator of Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative and wildlife habitat restoration coordinator at Piedmont Environmental Council. Over 50 species of birds rely on grassland habitats here in Virginia. But the state of our grasslands is changing with increased pressure from development and changing agricultural practices. As a result\, many grassland bird species are in severe decline. The good news is that private landowners and farmers can—and are—helping bring these birds back! Join October and Leopold’s Preserve to learn more about the decline of grassland birds and the work of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative. \n\n\n\nRSVP here for this free\, in-person lecture. Light refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis lecture is part of a winter series hosted by Leopold’s Preserve. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative—a partnership between Smithsonian’s Virginia Working Landscapes\,   The Piedmont Environmental Council\, American Farmland Trust\, and Quail Forever—is innovating new ways to reverse the declines of grassland birds on working lands in the Virginia Piedmont\, Blue Ridge\, and Shenandoah Valley. Together\, VGBI partners work with landowners and producers in 16 counties to restore grassland habitat for the benefit of birds and farms. Learn more at vagrasslandbirds.org
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/winter-lecture-bringing-back-virginias-grassland-birds/
LOCATION:Bull Run Mountain Conservancy’s Mountain House Headquarters\, 17405 Beverley Mill Dr\, Broad Run\, Virginia\, 20137
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
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SUMMARY:2025 Charlottesville / Albemarle Active Mobility Summit
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a cyclist\, walker\, runner\, or simply interested in promoting active lifestyles and access to the outdoors\, this summit is for you! Get ready to be inspired and empowered to create positive change in the community. \n\n\n\nThe fifth annual Charlottesville / Albemarle Active Mobility Summit invites you to join other residents and partner organizations at the historic Wool Factory for an evening of presentations\, followed by morning work sessions. The event is hands-on and collaborative\, centered on learning\, active participation\, and fellowship—and it’s free! \n\n\n\n\nRegister to Attend\n\n\n\n\nThis year’s Summit will be the unofficial launch of the Three Notch’d Trail study – an 18-month process to determine the best route for a paved\, shared-use path connecting Charlottesville to the Blue Ridge Tunnel and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe evening presentation will provide background on the Three Notch Trail\, why it is important and what to expect. Cat Anthony\, executive director of the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation\, will tell the story of that 50-mile greenway\, which connects Richmond to Williamsburg\, and how it is transforming the communities it connects. Attendees will be encouraged to share their own visions as well. \n\n\n\nThe next morning\, attendees will reconvene to collaborate on projects that no individual or organization can tackle alone. The Three Notch’d Trail is just one example. Other work groups might focus on quick-build infrastructure\, organizing group rides or exploring connectivity along the Rivanna River and with the Capital Trail. A panel of leaders from other successful and emerging trail projects across Virginia will share their success stories and lessons learned. \n\n\n\nYou don’t need to attend both sessions to benefit but it is encouraged. Both sessions will include snacks and drinks (cash bar in the evening and coffee in the morning)\, plus opportunities for networking and fellowship. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Mobility Summit is free but registration is required. The two parts will be Thursday\, March 6\, 5:30 – 8 p.m. and Friday\, March 7\, 9 – 12 p.m. at The Wool Factory (1837 Broadway St\, Charlottesville\, Va).  \n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Mobility Alliance is a coalition of more than 40 organizations\, businesses\, agencies that share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/2025-charlottesville-albemarle-active-mobility-summit/
LOCATION:The Wool Factory\, 1837 Broadway Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250313T173926Z
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District New Landowner Workshop
DESCRIPTION:PEC will be on hand to talk about the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/culpeper-soil-and-water-conservation-district-new-landowner-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250313T194704Z
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SUMMARY:"Virginia as a Hotspot for Data Centers": Sierra Club/PEC Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Explosive growth of data centers in Virginia requires massive amounts of energy and energy infrastructure. The burden of air\, water\, grid\, cost of infrastructure and quality of life impacts are falling on local community to meet this demand. PEC has advocated for enhanced transparency\, state oversight\, ratepayer protection and incentivizing sustainability going forward.  \n\n\n\nJoin us March 17 for a presentation on Data Centers with speakers – • Ann Bennet\, Data Center Committee Chair\, Virginia Chapter\, Sierra Club • Robert McGuiness\, PLA\, FASLA\, Senior Land Use Representative\, Piedmont Environmental Council • Kirk Bowers\, PE\, Conservation Chair\, Piedmont Group\, Sierra Club
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/virginia-as-a-hotspot-for-data-centers-sierra-club-pec-presentation/
LOCATION:Gordon Avenue Library\, 1500 Gordon Avenue\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22903
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250313T190445Z
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Mobility Alliance: March Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Mobility Alliance (pecva.org/mobilityalliance) is a coalition of organizations\, agencies\, businesses and groups who share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. We gather every two months to share updates and work collaboratively on projects that none can accomplish alone. \n\n\n\nIn-person attendance is encouraged\, but there will also be a remote option. – Charlottesville Parks & Recreation – 501 E Main St\, Charlottesville (on the Downtown Mall)– Join virtually at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84147055003.  \n\n\n\nDraft AgendaIntroductions2025 Mobility Summit DebriefBike Month discussion and work sessionOrganization Updates \n\n\n\nSnacks will be provided; possible (offsite) social gathering afterward. \n\n\n\nPlease feel free to submit agenda items to pkrebs@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance-march-meeting/
LOCATION:Charlottesville Parks & Recreation\, 501 E Main Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250313T163518Z
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SUMMARY:Native Tree Giveaway at Orvis Leesburg
DESCRIPTION:Pick up a tree on your next shopping trip to the Orvis store in Leesburg. We’ll be giving away free native trees\, courtesy of Piedmont Environmental Council and Friends of the Rappahannock April 5 @ 1-5 p.m. Species include white oak\, flowering dogwood\, serviceberry\, and witch hazel. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Linnea Sherman at lsherman@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/native-tree-giveaway-at-orvis-leesburg/
LOCATION:Orvis Store Leesburg\, 1614 Village Market Blvd SE #110\, Leesburg\, Virginia\, 20175
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250313T183045Z
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SUMMARY:Best Practices for Solar Development
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Senior Energy and Climate Advisor\, Ashish Kapoor\, will join a panel on Best Practices for Solar Development at the Environment Virginia Symposium. There will be a discussion April 10 at 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. title “Sun and Soil: The Promise of Agrivoltaics in Virginia” about the potential for dual use solar in the Commonwealth followed by an overview of the “Solar + Storage + Crops” project being developed by the Piedmont Environmental Council at our Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the workshops at the symposium.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/best-practices-for-solar-development/
LOCATION:Virginia Military Institute\, 500 Anderson Drive\, Lexington\, Va\, 24450
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250312T132921Z
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual Bluebell Walk: In Tribute to Mike Stevens
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for the 22nd Annual Bluebell Walk in Catlett\, Virginia. This year’s event will be in tribute to Mike Stevens. \n\n\n\nEach year in April\, a spectacular display of thousands of bluebells appear on the banks of Cedar Run at Bonny Brook Farm. To celebrate this rite of spring\, Piedmont Environmental Council staff\, together with representatives from several partner organizations will be participating to talk about the restoration work that has taken place at Bonny Brook Farm to enhance wildlife habitat. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public but space is limited. Registration is required on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor clothing and boots are recommended. Please\, no pets. Note: the round trip walk to Cedar Run will be approximately one mile in length through fields. The event will take place rain or shine! \n\n\n\nDonations 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 Margrete Stevens. \n\n\n\nMike Stevens\n\n\n\nMike Stevens worked as a development economist for close to 50 years. Born in England\, Mike lived in several parts of Africa and the Far East before joining the World Bank in Washington\, D.C. in 1985. \n\n\n\nMike and his wife\, Margrete\, bought Bonny Brook Farm in 1992. In addition to conserving the land in a permanent conservation easement\, land management has included the planing of 155 native trees along Cedar Run; the extraction of miles of old barbed wire nestled in the cedar tree lines; the establishment of a wildflower meadow; and the beginning of a battle against invasive plants\, including callery pears; multiflora rose\, and honeysuckle. \n\n\n\nThese efforts have been possible thanks to help from PEC; the Clifton Institute; and PRISM. The restoration of Bonny Brook became Mike’s passion and his work lives on in our continued enjoyment of the land. Mike died in February\, of ALS\, at home on his farm. \n\n\n\nPEC’s Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund\n\n\n\nPEC’s Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund has been successful in assisting with the protection of more than 12\,000 acres of privately-owned land in the Cedar Run watershed. It was established in 2003. The Fund is named in honor of Julian Scheer of Elmwood who\, with his wife Sue\, led many important conservation efforts in Fauquier County for four decades. Their work is today carried forward by Rick and Hilary Gerhardt\, Julian and Sue’s son-in-law and daughter. \n\n\n\nThe Fauquier Fund provides valuable outreach\, education\, and financial resources for landowners to explore land conservation options as well as ways to improve sound environmental stewardship of land and waterways. Such efforts may take the form of estate planning and the donation of conservation easements; land management supported by the Fund may include the planting of native trees and the protection of streams and ponds. \n\n\n\nIn recognizing that working farms form an important and traditional part of the way of life in Fauquier county\, the Fund collaborates with farmers and Fauquier County staff under the recently enhanced Purchase of Development Rights program to ensure that farms may be protected from future development through conservation easements. The Fund’s work in this area is especially geared towards assisting with initial expenses in the form of valuation and attorney’s fees. \n\n\n\nBonny Brook Farm’s almost 200 acres were placed in a Virginia Outdoors Foundation conservation easement in 2010. Together with neighboring Elmwood\, some 650 acres are protected. Several other nearby large working farms have been placed in Fauquier County conservation easements totaling more than 2\,500 acres\, and are now permanently protected for productive farming. Hay is cut on both Bonny Brook and Elmwood by neighboring farmers in support of their milking operations. \n\n\n\nUnder PEC auspices\, and with PEC staff assistance\, the Fauquier Fund hosts a number of community activities throughout the year\, including not only the Bluebell Walk but also conservation workshops and fundraising events. \n\n\n\nDonations make the Fund’s conservation work possible. If you are interested in preserving the landscape that we enjoy today\, please consider a contribution to the Fund when you register for this event. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Montana Lanier Ruffner at mlanier@pecva.org or 703-459-3358.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/22nd-annual-bluebell-walk-in-tribute-to-mike-stevens/
LOCATION:Bonny Brook Farm\, 8446 Old Dumfries Road\, Catlett\, Virginia\, 20119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T160000
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SUMMARY:Northern Albemarle Conservation Speed Dating Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join this laid-back workshop where landowners and producers can comfortably talk one-on-one with each other.  The workshop introduces landowners and producers and local technical service providers (TSPs) to one another. While exploring a large-scale map of their property\, landowners will learn what the full suite of technical and financial resources\, knowledge\, and programs their local technical service providers can do.  Landowners and producers will leave the workshop with the large-scale map of their property and local connections to help guide their next steps in conserving their land. \n\n\n\nMontfair Resort Farm Lodge looks over the pond and miles of trails that participants can enjoy before or after the event\, as the property is open to the public. Light refreshments will be made available.  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Lauria McShane at lmcshane@pecva.org with your name and property address as soon as possible as space is limited.  
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/northern-albemarle-conservation-speed-dating-workshop/
LOCATION:Montfair Resort Farm\, 2500 Bezaleel Drive\, Crozet\, Virginia\, 23932
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250218T225157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T205602Z
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SUMMARY:Native Tree Giveaway at Gilberts Corner Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Gilberts Corner Farmers Market Saturday\, May 3 and take home a free native tree\, courtesy of the Piedmont Environmental Council and Friends of the Rappahannock! Get there early to claim your tree while supplies last! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Linnea Sherman at lsherman@pecva.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/native-tree-giveaway-at-gilberts-corner-market/
LOCATION:Gilberts Corner Farmers Market\, 39950 Little River Turnpike\, Aldie\, Virginia\, 20105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250422T201251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T190356Z
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SUMMARY:Cville Bike Month: Family Bike Day
DESCRIPTION:Come on out and ride! Riders of all ages can enjoy a Star Wars themed helmet and bike decoration station\, traffic garden\, pump track\, food trucks\, DJ and much more\, including a guided mountain bike ride the Triangle Trails. Professional bike mechanics from Blue Ridge Cyclery will be on hand to perform safety checks for all types and sizes of bicycles. Bring a helmet if you have one or come get a new one\, free helmets will be available thanks to Sentara. Everyone is welcome!  \n\n\n\nCharlottesville Bike Month is a joint effort of local government staff\, nonprofits\, and volunteer organizations.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/cville-bike-month-family-bike-day/
LOCATION:McIntire Skate Park\, 151 McIntire Park Drive\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250211T195127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T195136Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk at Roundabout Meadows
DESCRIPTION:Join PEC Wildlife Habitat Restoration Coordinator\, October Greenfield\, for a birding walk through the Roundabout Meadows pastures and meadows. Possible sightings may include eastern meadowlarks\, field sparrows\, indigo buntings\, plus a variety of other grassland and shrubland species.  \n\n\n\nThe walk will cover approximately 1.3 miles through rolling pastures and across a small creek\, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear and clothing for longer grass and uneven terrain. Participants should bring their own binoculars. \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/birding-walk-at-roundabout-meadows-3/
LOCATION:Mt. Zion Historic Park\, 40309 Little River Turnpike\, Aldie\, Virginia\, 20105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250428T161632Z
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SUMMARY:Cville Bike Month: Free Bridge Lane Bikefest + Riverfest
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the county’s newest car-free open space: Free Bridge Lane! It’s the perfect place for people of all ages to walk\, bike or roll – especially for learners. Albemarle County will be offering e-bike demonstrations\, kids’ bike safety lessons\, and more on May 10! Don’t forget to bring your kids’ bikes if they’d like to test their skills. \n\n\n\nAfterward we’ll hop the short distance over to the Rivanna River Company for Riverfest where there will be music\, games\, food\, drink and more fun. The combination will make an amazing day! \n\n\n\nCharlottesville Bike Month is a joint effort of local government staff\, nonprofits\, and volunteer organizations. \n\n\n\nDetails: Drop by Free Bridge Lane in Dardon Towe Park from 12-2 p.m. before hitting Riverfest at the Rivanna River Company (1520 E High Street) for Riverfest from 2-9 p.m.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/cville-bike-month-free-bridge-lane-bikefest-riverfest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183148
CREATED:20250421T175029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T175040Z
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SUMMARY:Cville Bike Month: Bike2Work (or Anywhere!) Swag Appreciation Station
DESCRIPTION:Credit Hugh Kenny/PEC\n\n\n\nAre 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. We’ll be set set in front of Shenanigan’s Toys on West Main Street in Charlottesville from 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Friday\, May 16.   \n\n\n\nCookies will be provided by Albemarle Baking Company; Coffee by Mudhouse; Tune Ups by Blue Wheel \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\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/cville-bike-month-bike2work-or-anywhere-swag-appreciation-station/
LOCATION:601 West Main Street\, Charlottesville
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