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SUMMARY:Climate Change & the Human Prospect (film)
DESCRIPTION:Climate Change and the Human Prospect documents the vision created at the Climate Change and the Human Prospect: A Thinkers Retreat held at Thinkers Lodge in Pugwash\, Nova Scotia.\n \nOn the 60th Anniversary of the Inaugural Pugwash Conference on Nuclear Disarmament held in 1957\, twenty-four global and regional Thinkers\, armed with the conviction that local action is not only possible\, but also the best path forward\, gathered to define a path to restore and revitalize local communities in the face of climate change. \nIn the compelling setting of the Thinkers Lodge where scientists and scholars from all over the world have stayed and tackled the world’s most pressing issues through the power of dialogue\, Climate Change and the Human Prospect captures the thoughts\, emotions and ideas of these Thinkers – scientists\, economists\, municipal councillors\, planners\, artists\, community activists\, First Nations and Eastern wisdom representatives\, the Project Drawdown Director and others – as they articulate global warming’s cascading impact on small\, rural\, and coastal communities and focus on actionable\, locally-oriented and forward-motion climate change plans. \nA discussion about climate change and what communities can do to adapt and mitigate it will be held after this 40 minute film.  A trailer and more information about the film is available here. \n 
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/climate-change-the-human-prospect-film/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181021T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180908T105353Z
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SUMMARY:In Transition 2.0 (film)
DESCRIPTION:In Transition 2.0 is an inspirational immersion into the Transition movement\, gathering stories from around the world of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. You’ll hear about communities printing their own money\, growing food everywhere\, localizing their economies and setting up community power stations. It’s an idea that has gone viral\, a social experiment that is about responding to uncertain times with solutions and optimism. In a world that is awash with gloom\, here is a story of hope\, ingenuity and the power of growing vegetables in unexpected places.\nYou can see a trailer at: http://transitionus.org/films/transition-20-dvd \nWe will be screening this 67 minute film at about 2:15pm\, followed by discussion.  This program is free and open to all.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/film-afternoon-to-be-announced/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181013T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20180822T205207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181012T162349Z
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SUMMARY:Housing Outside the Box: Creative\, Affordable Options for Healthy Housing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Housing Outside the Box Symposium will bring community members together to discuss the opportunities that exist for creative solutions for affordable\, appropriate housing in our community. With a focus on sustainable\, people-friendly solutions\, we will hear from a variety of speakers sharing their knowledge and expertise\, and have plenty of opportunity to learn and share ideas between professionals\, researchers\, older adults\, students\, community planners\, and many others. \nWe will explore creative solutions that will allow people to stay in their existing homes by sharing with renters and housemates\, approaches to small-scale shared housing such as co-housing and co-ops\, and small scale development such as adding cottages or tiny houses on wheels. \nWe will include the essential: ways to find others we can share living with in confidence and happiness\, as well as ways to cooperate to ensure tasks and maintenance are done reliably\, even as we age. Our approach is multi-faceted so as to address and help in every way needed!  It is community working together. \nOur goal is that all attendees will leave the workshop with information\, resources\, and connections needed to move forward with opportunities to create sustainable and resilient housing solutions in our community. This will be a practical approach to support our community by focusing on solutions that are available to us now! \nSchedule: \nSchedule: \n8:30 – 9:00        Registration and Displays\n9:00 – 9:15        Welcome and Opening Remarks\n9:15 – 9:45        Keynote Address – Dr. Lori Weeks\, PhD\, Dalhousie U. Assoc. Prof. – “Promoting Healthy Community & Aging Through Innovative Housing”\n9:45 – 11:15  Panel: Transforming a Private Home – Room Mates\, Renovations\, Suites. Also municipal policies & Community Navigators. \n\n\nHRM’s Affordable Housing Workplan\, Alan Howell\, Affordable Housing Planner for Halifax Regional Municipality\nBeing There for the Transformation: Sharing Space & Renovating to Add a Suite\, David Quinn\, architectural/residential designer\nCommunity Navigator Role for Success\, Pauline MacIntosh\, StFX Extension Department\nUnder One Roof – Bonding Between Generations\, Hina Jawed\, Co-founder\, One Roof: Inter-Generational & Co-Living Matchup\nConverting Existing Homes to Cohousing\, Bill Hockey\, St. Margaret’s Bay Housing Coalition\n\n\n10:15 – 11:30     Break & Displays \n11:30 – 1:00    Panel: Cohousing\, Cooperatives\, Small Development\, Tiny Houses on Wheels\, “In-law” Cottages\, Small Homes\, etc. \n\nBuilding Small Cottages Around a Home & Condo-izing\, Shari Johnson\, Community Activist & Tradewinds Realty\nIntentional Communities\, Michael Sheppard\, Natura – Regenerative Community\nCohousing From Scratch\, Cate or Leon de Vreede\, Bridgewater Cohousing\nTiny Home on Wheels to Benefit Society\, Danielle Pentland\, LakeCity Works\n\n1:00 – 1:30        Lunch & Displays\n1:30 – 2:00        Keynote Address – Shawna Henderson\, CEO\, Bfreehomes\, — “A Patchwork Quilt: The Pieces\, Layers\, and Threads of Sustainable Housing and Community”\n2:00 – 3:30        Small Group Discussions\n3:30 – 4:00        Summary of Small Group Discussions and Closing Remarks.\n4:00 – 4:30         Stay a bit afterwards for Displays and Networking \nRegistration is required in advance for this event. Please visit our listing on eventbrite to book your tickets. Lunch and nutrition break snacks included.  Location is just minutes from Halifax\, approaching St. Margaret’s Bay. \nThis event is co-hosted by Transition Bay St Margarets and the St Margaret’s Bay Housing Coalition. \nWe would like to thank the Bay Treasure Chest for funding support through their honorarium program.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/housing-outside-the-box/
LOCATION:Estabrooks Community Hall\, 4408 St Margarets Bay Rd\, Lewis Lake\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180918T113000
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SUMMARY:Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden - Fall Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2018 seventh-season’s main harvest of the Crossroads Educational Vegetable Harvest.  We have already harvested 103 pounds of kale\, chard and carrots.  During this main harvest\, we will pull the carrots\, beets\, rutabaga and onions – they all look huge!  Also\, we will harvest more kale and chard.\nAll vegetables go to the St Margarets Bay Food Bank. \nWe hope to see you there.  For more information contact info@transitionbay.ca \nFree  –  All welcome  –  No registration\, just come!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/crossroads-educational-vegetable-garden-fall-harvest-3/
LOCATION:St Margarets Bay Crossroads\, 5209 Saint Margarets Bay Road\, Tantallon\, B3Z 4R5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180531T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180531T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20180426T204820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T211343Z
UID:935-1527791400-1527798600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Bay Steering Meeting -- Pitch a Project!
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about our upcoming programs? Would you like to get more involved with Transition Bay and help bring some of our projects to life? Join us for our next steering meeting! \nWe are also inviting anyone with ideas for new Transition Bay programs to come out and pitch a project!  All of our programs are born of volunteer passion and commitment\, and fit with the Transition Initiative. Anyone pitching should have a willingness to put in the work to help bring the project to fruition — we can’t commit to new projects without volunteers to help make it happen. If you have an idea to share\, please send us an email with a couple sentences outlining what you’d like to propose so we can discuss with you before our meeting\, and be sure it’s something that falls under the Transition Bay mandate. (See our website for more information on the types of programs we offer and to learn more about our organization.)  If your idea is a fit for Transition Bay\, and you are committed to helping to make it happen\, we will invite you to share with the group on May 31st. \nIf you have a project to pitch\, would like to help with other community members bring their ideas to life\, or are simply interested in learning more about what we do at Transition Bay — join us! All are welcome to this meeting! We look forward to planning the future with you!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/transition-bay-steering-meeting-pitch-a-project/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180506T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180506T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20180213T013904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180213T151347Z
UID:892-1525616100-1525624200@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Analog (aka Film) Photography **Registration Required**
DESCRIPTION:Before there was digital photography there was analog – film – photography. For 160 years analog photography looked after the photographic needs of the world. Although most photography is now digital\, there are still practitioners of analog photography\, and it still has some distinct advantages over it’s digital cousin.\nThis presentation is an introduction to the concepts\, ideas and practices of analog photography. For those who have never experienced analog photography it will be an opportunity to learn about this once universal technology – think of it as the photographic equivalent of vinyl records. For those who remember analog photography it will be an opportunity to learn a bit more about this still useful process. \nWhile most of the presentation will be done lecture style\, there will be a live demonstration – done under a red safelight – of enlarging and developing a print from a 35mm negative. \nRegistration required. This presentation is free but registration is required as there is a limit of 35 people. Please email us to register. \n\nIf you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donation page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/introduction-to-analog-aka-film-photography-registration-required/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20180218T121745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180218T122959Z
UID:903-1525525200-1525536000@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden - 2018 Spring Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for starting the 7th successful year of the Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden!  We will be doing soil prep in the raised beds\, and planting beets\, carrots\, parsnips\, cabbage\, onion\, chard\, kale and rutabaga. \n   \nLast year\, we harvested a total of 665 pounds of vegetables for the St Margarets Bay Food Bank. \nLearn how to garden food successfully while helping your community. \nFor more information\, contact info@transitionbay.ca \nFree  –  All welcome  –  No registration\, just come!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/crossroads-educational-vegetable-garden-2018-spring-planting/
LOCATION:St Margarets Bay Crossroads\, 5209 Saint Margarets Bay Road\, Tantallon\, B3Z 4R5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20180303T121113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180303T155223Z
UID:916-1524315600-1524330000@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Greenhouse Rebuilding
DESCRIPTION:Oh dear – the wind blew the plastic off the greenhouse during a January storm!!  The winter spinach crop survived because we put row cover over it for protection.\nJoin us for a half-day workshop to rebuild this 20’x24′ greenhouse.  We will rebuild the gable ends and doors and put on new plastic.  Learn all about greenhouse construction and maintenance\, and the valuable crops that you can grow inside year-round without heat. \nThere is no cost to attend.  Registration is required. \nContact: info@transitionbay.ca \n  \n  
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/greenhouse-rebuilding/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, St Margarets Bay\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180407T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180407T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20180213T013248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180330T172317Z
UID:890-1523110500-1523118600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Seedopolis: Everything you Need to Know About Seeds & Seed Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of learning all about seeds! We will talk about everything to do with seeds\, including the magic of seeds\, seed types\, diversity and life span\, international seed libraries\, seed anatomy\, storing and using seeds\, how to perform germination tests\, methods of planting seeds\, buying seeds\, hybrid vs. heirloom seeds\, when and how to harvest and store your own seeds\, sprouting seeds for delicious fresh food from the garden year round… and much more!  A hands-on portion allows you to get familiar with things.  We will even give out some heirloom beans.  Also\, we will be sharing news about our new Tantallon community seed library at the Tantallon Public Library. \nThis is a free event\, open to all.  Coffee\, tea and cookies served. \n\nIf you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donation page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/seedopolis-everything-you-need-to-know-about-seeds-seed-libraries/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180318T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20171109T113902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T114533Z
UID:853-1521383400-1521390600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:The Climate Change Movement in Atlantic Canada
DESCRIPTION:We know there are no more chances. It is not going away\, and today is the time to get it right in dealing with the climate crisis. Our world will live with it for the rest of our history\, just as we have lived with the 20th century legacy of nuclear war. Our shared duty now\, as one people\, is to protect and repair our Earth\, even as we prepare ourselves for its future unknowns. \nThis was the statement that came out of the 60th Anniversary Pugwash Conference\, held at the Thinkers Lodge\, Pugwash\, NS\, September 28-October 1\, 2017.  Armed with this conviction\, 60 years after the inaugural Pugwash Thinkers Retreat on nuclear disarmament\, 24 global and regional thinkers\, representing all aspects of community life\, gathered for two and a half days of intense\, intentional and focused conversation on Global Warming\, the greatest threat facing humankind. \n \nTheir next step is to share a vision and action plan with others\, and to help start a Climate Change Movement in Atlantic Canada. \nJoin us to hear about this movement\, and the steps that are being taken at community levels across the region.  A Roadmap document is available\, and a video documentary on the retreat will be presented. \nPlease email info@transitionbay.ca for more information.\n \nThere is no cost to attend this workshop. \nIf you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donate page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/climate-change-movement-in-atlantic-canada/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180218T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180218T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20171113T122508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T104837Z
UID:869-1518963300-1518971400@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Film Screening of SEED: The Untold Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of the critically acclaimed documentary SEED: The Untold Story.\n\n\n \n\n\nFew things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds. Worshipped and treasured since the dawn of humankind. SEED: The Untold Story follows passionate seed keepers protecting our 12\,000 year-old food legacy. In the last century\, 94% of our seed varieties have disappeared. As biotech chemical companies control the majority of our seeds\, farmers\, scientists\, lawyers\, and indigenous seed keepers fight a David and Goliath battle to defend the future of our food. In a harrowing and heartening story\, these reluctant heroes rekindle a lost connection to our most treasured resource and revive a culture connected to seeds. SEED features Vandana Shiva\, Dr. Jane Goodall\, Andrew Kimbrell\, Winona Laduke and Raj Patel.\n\n\n \n\n\nView the Trailer: \n \n\n\n\nThis event is free to all. \n\n\n \n\n\nIf you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donate page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/film-screening-of-seed-the-untold-story/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180121T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20171106T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T201339Z
UID:837-1516544100-1516552200@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:All About Off Grid
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what it’s like to live without a connection to the electric grid and with no electric bill?  Then this 2 hour presentation and discussion is for you. \nSome of the topics that will be covered are: \no Introduction to off-grid \no Types of off-grid systems \no Off-grid for new construction \no Off-grid as a retrofit for existing houses \no Components of off-grid systems \no Energy use reduction techniques \no Trade-off choices \no Cost of some sample off-grid packages \no Discussion of off-grid living \no Ample time for questions \nThe primary presenter at this workshop will be Cam Farnell\, who has been living happily off-grid for over five years and has no plans to go back. \nThis presentation has been quite popular in the past\, and space is limited. Please email info@transitionbay.ca to reserve your spot. \nThere is no cost to attend this workshop. \nChronicle Herald Article featuring Cam’s installed Solar Power System in Tantallon. http://thechronicleherald.ca/artslife/77109-slideshow-couple-lives-off-the-grid plus more details at: http://www.fundysolar.com/installed-systems.php?id=8 \nThis event is free to all. If you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donate page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/off-grid-jan2018/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171112T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20171106T201702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T201702Z
UID:843-1510496100-1510504200@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Handmade Holidays Presentation & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about how to create simple\, beautiful\, hand made gifts for the holidays? Would you like ideas on how to use recycled materials and every day items to create useful presents and memorable keepsakes?\nJoin us for a presentation and “show and tell” featuring an assortment of hand made gift ideas. After we look at some of the many creative ways to create frugal and environmentally friendly gifts\, we will have a hands on workshop where people can choose to make one of a variety of small items to take home. \nAll materials will be provided\, and this program is free to all participants. We ask that you RSVP via facebook or email (info@transitionbay.ca) so that we have an idea of how much material to have on hand to meet the needs of the group. \nWe hope you will join us in creating a hand made holiday season! \nWe would like to extend our thanks to the Bay Treasure Chest Honorarium program which has provided funding for this event.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/handmade-holidays-presentation-workshop/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20171106T202252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T202252Z
UID:846-1510408800-1510416000@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Final Harvest - Crossroads Vegetable Garden
DESCRIPTION:We will be having the last 2017 harvest of the Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden on Saturday\, November 11 from 2:00-4:00pm.  We will harvesting one last round of kale and chard\, as well as digging up the parsnips.  We know we will add significant poundage to our record-breaking season running total of 603 pounds! All are welcome to join in the fun.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/final-harvest-crossroads-vegetable-garden/
LOCATION:St Margarets Bay Crossroads\, 5209 Saint Margarets Bay Road\, Tantallon\, B3Z 4R5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20171005T170706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T171427Z
UID:826-1507971600-1508007600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Building Decks and Domes: Learning By Doing
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an old-fashioned\, community-building\, ‘barn raising’ type experience where useful skills are shared and learned. And where we all have a good deal of fun\, too! \n\n\n \n\n\nLearn as we build two types of typical basic decks and a geodesic dome greenhouse. Experts will be on hand to make presentations on the basic ideas and skills required\, and will coach participants in the finer points. You will get to use a variety of hand and power tools and will leave with a deepened understanding of both the why and the “how to”. \n\n\n \n\n\nExperts from Halifax Municipal Service will present on the new standards designed to make today’s decks far safer and more reliable\, and an experienced carpenter will guide us in all the steps. \n\n\n \n\n\nWe will capture the wonder of geodesic dome building\, led by someone who has already built two greenhouses from the same easy kit. There will be plenty of discussion about how to best use such a greenhouse to grow veggies and further one’s resilience and sustainability. We all could benefit from that! You will learn how to get your own kit and DIY it!\n\n\n \n\n\nThis will be an all ages event. Youths are also warmly welcome to come and experience this type of unusual event that was once quite common. Please come for any part of this you can. Even a few hours here will be rewarding for you and welcomed by us. Construction will happen in sequence\, so come early to learn it from the start\, or later for finishing details. \n\n\n \n\n\nThere is no cost to attend and all are welcome. All materials\, refreshments\, and lunch will be provided. We will post a list of hoped for tools to bring if you have them. Bring your own tools\, or use ours! \n\n\n \n\n\nThose staying to the end are invited to relax into a party on the new decks in the evening. Hosted by Transition Bay St Margarets.\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration is not required\, but is appreciated as it will enable us to know how much food and drink to have available. For more information email info@transitionbay.ca or call David Wimberly at 902-826-7846. \n\n\n \n\n\nRain date is Sunday\, Oct. 15\, or the next weekend if need be. Updates will be posted on our facebook page and web site\, or you are welcome to call 902-826-7846 if the weather is looking questionable.\n\n\n \n\n\nIf you want to help make this happen\, or perhaps bring folks from a group\, please do call or write! We are also happy to have any volunteer support from those able to lead a crew for parts of this project.\n\n\n \n\n\nMany thanks to professional carpenter Christian McElmon-Sullivan will be guiding the deck building\, and Michael Smith\, who is contributing local hemlock he has milled himself\, footing excavation\, and earth moving/lot improvement from his business Wolfgang Developments Ltd. 
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/building-decks-and-domes-learning-by-doing/
LOCATION:15 Schooner Cove Rd\, Head of St Margarets Bay\, 15 Schooner Cove Rd\, Head of St Margarets Bay\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170403T205409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170518T230744Z
UID:766-1505656800-1505665800@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Up the Creek - With a Paddle
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will look at the prospects for the human race on our planet in the decades ahead. We will plumb the depths of two extremes – the doom and gloom of climate change and the environmental destruction of our only habitat\, as well as the incredible optimistic trends going on globally to adapt at both the personal and community levels to these changes.\nAn initial presentation by Robert Cervelli\, Chair of Transition Bay\, will take a ten-thousand foot\, multi-generational view of the future\, and draw on references from D. Meadows book The Limits to Growth\, works on planetary overshoot\, resource depletion\, and current updates on climate change and ecosystems health. As well\, the works of Joanna Macy\, Jon Young\, Paul Hawkens\, Wendell Berry\, Rob Hopkins and many others will be cited as examples of how personal renewal leads to community renewal\, and a growing new narrative for how we will need to conduct our lives and build our communities in a rapidly changing world. \nA lively discussion will then focus on these good news narratives\, and how they can manifest in our community. \nThis event is free to all. If you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donate page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/up-the-creek-with-a-paddle/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170830T115408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T120604Z
UID:813-1505556000-1505563200@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden - Harvest Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the big Fall Harvest of the Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden from 10:00am to 12:00am on Saturday\, September 16th (rain or shine) – three weeks before Thanksgiving!  Over the summer\, garden volunteers have already harvested over 160 pounds of Swiss chard\, kale\, carrot and beets.  We should have a bumper crop at this year’s harvest.\n \n   \nThe garden is maintained by volunteers from Transition Bay St Margarets and the St Margarets Bay Food Bank. It is intended to inspire one and all in the values\, health and quality benefits of ‘Grow Your Own’ vegetables. The garden rekindles the fact that most residents maintained gardens decades ago. Local food resilience helps to build a strong local economy. The Garden is one of many projects of Transition Bay St Margarets (see: www.transitionbay.ca).
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/crossroads-educational-vegetable-garden-harvest-time/
LOCATION:St Margarets Bay Crossroads\, 5209 Saint Margarets Bay Road\, Tantallon\, B3Z 4R5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170704T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170704T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170704T105906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170704T111324Z
UID:807-1499176800-1499191200@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Learn a New Skill: Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:This summer Transition Bay St Margarets will be partnering with local skill-sharers at the Tantallon Village Farmers Market. Stop by our table to learn a new skill!\nOn July 4th we will be featuring local beekeeper Michelle McPherson. Michelle will be sharing her experience with beekeeping\, and will have tools of the trade on hand for people to see and touch. \nStop by and say hi\, and take the opportunity to learn more about beekeeping!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/learn-a-new-skill-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Tantallon Village Farmers Market\, 16 Sonny's Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170403T205008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170403T205008Z
UID:764-1498590000-1498595400@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:All About Off-Grid
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what it’s like to live without a connection to the electric grid and with no electric bill?  Then this 2 hour presentation and discussion is for you. \nSome of the topics that will be covered are: \no Introduction to off-grid \no Types of off-grid systems \no Off-grid for new construction \no Off-grid as a retrofit for existing houses \no Components of off-grid systems \no Energy use reduction techniques \no Trade-off choices \no Cost of some sample off-grid packages \no Discussion of off-grid living \no Ample time for questions \nThe primary presenter at this workshop will be Cam Farnell\, who has been living happily off-grid for over five years and has no plans to go back. \nThis presentation has been quite popular.  Coffee\, tea and light refreshments will be served.  There is no cost to attend this workshop.  Registration is not required and there will be plenty of room so please just come! \nFor more information please contact info@transitionbay.ca. \nChronicle Herald Article featuring Cam’s installed Solar Power System in Tantallon. http://thechronicleherald.ca/artslife/77109-slideshow-couple-lives-off-the-grid plus more details at: http://www.fundysolar.com/installed-systems.php?id=8 \nThis event is free to all. If you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donate page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/all-about-off-grid-2/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cam Farnell":MAILTO:registration@bitflipper.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170527T104048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170527T104048Z
UID:795-1497985200-1497990600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Arithmetic\, Population and Energy: Sustainability 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of the engaging presentation ‘Arithmetic\, Population and Energy: Sustainability 101’ featuring Dr. Albert A. Bartlett\, Professor Emeritus\, Department of Physics at the University of Colorado. \nThis talk brings the listener to understand and appreciate the implications of unending growth on a finite planet\, and closes by noting the crucial need for education on the topic. \nThis is a one-hour recorded lecture. Afterwards\, there will be opportunity for group discussion. \nFor more information please contact info@transitionbay.ca. \nThis event is free to all. If you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, you can donate here. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/arithmetic-population-and-energy-sustainability-101/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170527T103428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170527T103428Z
UID:791-1497715200-1497729600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Community Potluck & Music Making: Happy Birthday Transition Bay!
DESCRIPTION:This summer is our 6th birthday! To celebrate\, we are teaming up with the Estabrooks Community Hall to host a community potluck! \nPlease join us for some good food\, vibrant conversation\, and a chance to make deep community connections. And music! \nWe invite you to bring a favourite dish to share. Whatever you would like to bring is great\, but if you want a specific food assignment\, please drop us an email at info@transitionbay.ca. \nFor those with a musical inclination\, please bring your instrument of choice to share in the merry making! \nThis is a family-friendly event\, and we’ll have fun on site for the kids as well. Bring the whole crew!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/community-potluck-music-making-happy-birthday-transition-bay/
LOCATION:Estabrooks Community Hall\, 4408 St Margarets Bay Rd\, Lewis Lake\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170212T152958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T152303Z
UID:735-1495285200-1495314000@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Eat Your Yard: Converting your lawn to food production
DESCRIPTION:Edible landscaping is a rapidly spreading idea around the world\, with many people switching from ornamentals to edibles: plants that give back by not only looking good\, but also providing fresh\, delicious produce to consume. The best motto: EAT YOUR YARD!\n\n\n \n\n\nPART 1: PERMACULTURE PRESENTATION\n\n\n \n\n\nJoin us for an engaging presentation by Jenn Stotland of Halifax Earth about permaculture and edible landscaping\, where we will learn easy ways to convert lawns into garden space for growing food. We will cover the basics of permaculture and edible landscaping – all aspects of increasing the productive capacity of your home during times of rapidly rising food costs.\n\n\n \n\n\nPART 2: PERMABLITZ\n\n\n \n\n\nPart 2 of this event will be a field trip-Permablitz to the yard a nearby St Margarets Bay resident who is starting this type of yard conversion\, and will start at around 3pm and may continue to sun down. \n\n\n \n\n\nIf you are attending part 2 of the Permaculture presentation and work day\, please bring work gloves\, closed-toe boots\, work clothes appropriate to rain or sun\, sunscreen\, and bug spray. Snacks and a light meal will be provided. We will be installing some basic elements of the permaculture design such as building raised beds\, sheet mulching\, planting trees and bushes\, and more.\n\n\n \n\n\nA Permablitz is a great way to do the essential work of earth repair quickly: The homeowner purchases the design\, and volunteers help install it in a barn-raising work day. Neighbours who helped install the design can later call on the homeowners who benefited from their efforts to help install their own design\, and support the designer.\n\n\n \n\n\nREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Due to the overwhelming response to this event\, we are asking that people register in advance to guarantee a spot. Please email info@transitionbay.ca and include the following information: name\, email address\, number of people coming with you\, whether you plan to attend both the library and work party home visit\, or just the library presentation. It would also be helpful if you include a note about where you first heard about the event. \n\n\n \n\n\nThis two-part event will be family friendly and is open to all. The address for the on-site visit will be provided at the library event to those in attendance. If you are unable to attend the library presentation but want to come by the house\, please email info@transitionbay.ca for further details.\n\n\n \n\n\nThe event is free. Donations are encouraged to defer costs at the planting site.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/eat-your-yard-converting-your-lawn-to-food-production/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170212T153620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170427T155658Z
UID:737-1494075600-1494086400@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden Spring Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for starting the 6th successful year of the Crossroads Educational Vegetable Garden!  We will be doing soil prep in the raised beds\, and planting beets\, carrots\, parsnips\, cabbage\, onion\, chard\, kale and rutabaga. \nLast year\, we harvested a total of 561 pounds of vegetables for the St Margarets Bay Food Bank. \nLearn how to garden food successfully while helping your community. \nFor more information\, contact info@transitionbay.ca \nFree  –  All welcome  –  No registration\, just come!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/crossroads-educational-vegetable-garden-spring-planting-2/
LOCATION:St Margarets Bay Crossroads\, 5209 Saint Margarets Bay Road\, Tantallon\, B3Z 4R5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170427T085658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170427T155334Z
UID:782-1493836200-1493843400@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:The Value Crisis - An Exploration of Today's Value Systems
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about the decisions being made in your community\, province\, or country?  Perhaps you can’t understand why some people are so opposed to the things you believe are important.  At last\, a presentation that can open up a valuable discussion on your terms\, not preaching someone else’s!\n\nThe greatest challenges facing society today boil down to conflicts in values.  However\, Andrew Welch believes that we all share the same values\, and that what appears as conflict between human values is actually something quite different.  In this ground-breaking presentation\, he shares a new perspective on the role of values in our lives and in our society.  You will experience a paradigm shift with wide-ranging implications\, from a new understanding of frustration with the actions others\, to realizations of how we might change our own lives for the better.\n\nNo matter what point you occupy on the political spectrum\, this talk will resonate with your beliefs and open up a whole new way of thinking about what you do every day and the world around you.\n\nAndrew Welch is a Nova Scotia native now living in Ontario.  His book “The Value Crisis” was published in 2014 to rave reviews\, and he is in frequent demand to speak on the topic to groups of all sizes (including a well-received talk for the Seniors College Association of Nova Scotia last February).  In addition to studying and writing about value systems\, his varied background includes being a software designer\, a world-ranking town crier\, an active member of the national Red Cross Disaster Management team\, and the founder of Transition Erin.\n\nFree  –  All welcome  –  No registration\, just come!   Contact info@transitionbay.ca with any questions.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/the-value-crisis-an-exploration-of-todays-value-systems/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170410T005325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170410T005325Z
UID:775-1492264800-1492272000@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Bay Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discussing ways in which we can work together to create a stronger\, happier community through building resilience to global risks? Do you have a passion for local gardening and food production\, skills training\, alternative energy\, local currencies\, or other initiatives that strengthen communities? Then you’ll want to join us for this meet-up with like minded friends! Guaranteed to include lively and interesting discussion\, and a great cup of tea!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/transition-bay-meet-up/
LOCATION:Mariposa Natural Market\, 5229 St. Margaret's Bay Road\, Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, B3Z4R5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170211T183753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170406T152057Z
UID:727-1491746400-1491757200@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Repair Café
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about our throw-away culture? Do you have small items in need of repair kicking around your house? Would you like to learn how to keep more things out of the landfill\, or help others to do the same? Then drop by the Transition Bay Repair Café! \nWe will have at least seven volunteer fixers on hand to help you repair your small household items\, such as: \n\nmost electrical and cabling issues\nbasic textile repairs\ngeneral items\, small appliances\, lamps\, hand tools\nPC computer troubleshooting\nthe electric portion of electric guitars\nwoodwind musical instruments (specialty on flutes\, wood or metal)\nclarinets\, oboes\, etc. (no “brasswinds”)\nwooden anything (do not bring large furniture)\n\nIf you have something you would like to have repaired\, please bring it along and let’s see what we can do! \nBecause we are using the library program room we are not able to handle items that are especially large or messy. Please keep that in mind when deciding which items to bring to Repair Café. Not sure if your item will be a good fit for this program? Feel free to post a comment and ask. \nThis is a great opportunity to give old items some new life\, and help each other pick up some new skills in the process. Additional volunteers with repair skills welcome! \nBy doing your own repairs\, not only do you save money\, but you build your own self-resiliency and resourcefulness. \nIf you would like to join the crew of Repairers\, please send us an email and let us know your skill? \n  \nTransition Bay’s Annual General Meeting will take place from 2:00 to 2:15\, before the Repair Cafe starts. \nAdmission is free.  Light refreshments will be served. \nFor more information\, contact info@transitionbay.ca
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/repair-cafe/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170312T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170211T182533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170302T111948Z
UID:721-1489328100-1489338000@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Movie & Discussion Night: TOMORROW (Demain-LeFilm)
DESCRIPTION:Tomorrow\n\n\n\n\nRecent news shows us that countries around the world are facing ecological\, economical and political challenges. It can be difficult to look at the problems we are facing and not feel that things are overwhelming and out of our control. But Transition Bay St Margarets believes that the power to overcome these challenges is in the hands of our local communities\, and are hosting ascreening of the critically acclaimed documentary film ‘Tomorrow’ (‘Demain’)\, to show what’s possible when people come together to effect change.\n\nThe documentary features globetrotting film makers Cyril Dion and Mélanie Laurent as they carry out an investigation in ten different countries. On their journey they met pioneers who are re-inventing agriculture\, energy\, economy\, democracy and education at the community level. The film introduces us to these farmers\, teachers\, researchers and small-town participants that have found their own methods for combating issues like global warming\, food shortage and general economic meltdown.\n\nIs it possible that change at the community level can solve the ecological\, economical and social crises that are facing people around the world?\n\nJoin us at Tantallon Library on Sunday\, March 12th as we explore these ideas. The movie will start promptly at 2:15\, and we will follow with a group discussion until 4:45. Light refreshments will be provided. Admission is free.\n\n\n\n\n\n \nFor more information\, contact info@transitionbay.ca \nThis enormously successful French film is now available in English.  Come to this first showing in the Metro area.
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/movie-discussion-night-tomorrow-demain-lefilm/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170212T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20170112T063319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170112T072752Z
UID:704-1486908900-1486918800@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Your Compassionate Coastline:  Sea-Level Rise in St. Margaret’s Bay & What We Can Do!
DESCRIPTION:We all need to know more about what to expect in our area for sea-level rise. It is happening. There is much more to come. Effects are serious. But we can do much positive in response. All of us can help. So join us!\nOur speakers will lead us in exploring the most critical issues with a focus specifically on St. Margaret’s Bay. You will be offered the latest information\, including sources for ongoing learning. We will engage in documenting your concerns and questions with a special interest in your local knowledge of specific impacts and vulnerabilities\, including what you say needs to be done here. This is for everybody whether you live here\, or on the coast\, or not. Organizations are particularly urged to send representatives. \n“Sea-level rise is impacting our coastal communities more and more every year and it’s not expected to let up in the future. Communities need knowledge\, they need tools\, but most importantly they need to feel empowered to do something about it.” Samantha Page\, EAC’s Coastal Adaptation Coordinator. \nSamantha will present evidence and tools recently developed and fully up-dated. The Ecology Action Centre has teamed up with the Department of Fisheries & Oceans to create an informative website and workshop for coastal residents\, fishermen\, and municipalities about rising seas that are specific to our region and communities. \nThis project is designed to: \n\nHelp communities learn about sea-level rise and how it affects them\,\nProvide access to tools that have been developed locally with the latest climate change information available\,\nShow the need for incorporating sea-level rise into future plans.\n\nKelly Schnare will be presenting an interactive workshop with Sierra Club of Canada Atlantic’s Re-imagining Atlantic Harbours in 2050\, (RAH2050.org) which aims to inspire and identify with our waters for the next generation. Story sharing using the ‘Swim Drink Fish’ program called #mywatermark will engage participants to document their coastal experiences. \n“Personally inquiring and reflecting on Saint Margaret’s Bay is essential to this workshop. Re-imagining SMB in 2050 asks: how do you talk about the Bay\, how do you interact with it? Collectively a shared vision for the next generation uses a blue lens to look at our community to uncover a cultural\, watershed\, and species dialogue to allow us to further understand the centre of our community.” Kelly Schnare\, Program Coordinator with Sierra Club Atlantic. \nSign up (encouraged but not required) by emailing coastal@ecologyaction.ca or by calling 902.442.5046. Snacks and drinks will be provided. All Welcome\, No cost. — Can’t make it to the workshop? We would still love your feedback on the website content. \nHosts: Transition Bay St Margarets and Ecology Action Centre. More information at:  transitionbay.ca/events and at: ecologyaction.ca/issue-area/coastal-and-water-projects. \nTransition Bay St Margarets works on the need for adaptable and resilient local communities as part of the International Transition Movement – focused on building resiliency back into local areas in a project-driven approach. We have launched a number of successful projects in the Bay and also continue to host regional workshops on related topics. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/Act-for-our-Coast-Now-113275042072820/  https://www.facebook.com/rah2050
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/your-compassionate-coastline-sea-level-rise-in-st-margarets-bay-what-we-can-do/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Rd.\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, B3Z 1H3\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Wimberly":MAILTO:info@transitionbay.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170122T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20161229T131219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170403T204827Z
UID:695-1485095400-1485102600@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:All About Off-Grid
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWondering what it’s like to live without a connection to the electric grid and with no electric bill?  Then this 2 hour presentation and discussion is for you. \nSome of the topics that will be covered are: \no Introduction to off-grid \no Types of off-grid systems \no Off-grid for new construction \no Off-grid as a retrofit for existing houses \no Components of off-grid systems \no Energy use reduction techniques \no Trade-off choices \no Cost of some sample off-grid packages \no Discussion of off-grid living \no Ample time for questions \nThe primary presenter at this workshop will be Cam Farnell\, who has been living happily off-grid for over five years and has no plans to go back. \nThis presentation has been quite popular.  Coffee\, tea and light refreshments will be served.  There is no cost to attend this workshop.  Registration is not required and there will be plenty of room so please just come! \nFor more information please contact info@transitionbay.ca. \nChronicle Herald Article featuring Cam’s installed Solar Power System in Tantallon. http://thechronicleherald.ca/artslife/77109-slideshow-couple-lives-off-the-grid plus more details at: http://www.fundysolar.com/installed-systems.php?id=8 \nThis event is free to all. If you would like to make a donation to Transition Bay St Margarets to help with the costs of our events and community programs\, please visit our donate page. Your support is greatly appreciated!
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/all-about-off-grid/
LOCATION:Tantallon Public Library\, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Cam Farnell":MAILTO:registration@bitflipper.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161113
DTSTAMP:20260501T010325
CREATED:20160826T230007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161023T052557Z
UID:638-1478908800-1478995199@www.transitionbay.ca
SUMMARY:Cultivating the Heart of Compassion:  A One-Day Contemplative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The need for compassion in our personal\, organizational and societal lives is increasingly evident. In the past several years training programs\, based in ancient wisdom and modern science\, have been developed that helps bring forth the compassion inherent in all human beings.\n“Imagine the profound transformation in society if our interactions with one another in our personal lives and in our work in groups and institutions were based on compassion\,” says David Wimberly\, “Very many decisions and process would have profoundly better results.”  \nIn this workshop we will explore and engage in training practices to make compassion a core part of our daily activities and decision making.  In a compassionate\, collaborative\, interactive environment we will explore ways to bring compassion into the daily life of the organizations as well as our personal lives.  The workshop will provide an entry point for an ongoing collaborative process. \nThis workshop is organized on four major themes in compassion training: \n\nSetting our view and intentions\nDeveloping self-awareness\nPractices for cultivating compassion for oneself and others\nThe process of Compassionate action.\n\n  \nContemplative practice is the fundamental tool we will use to explore each of these themes. \n“Because compassion action occurs in communication and relationships among and between people the workshop will involve contemplative exchange with others as well as personal practices.” offers Jim Torbert\, “Together we will create and experience an environment infused with compassion for self and others.” \nNo previous experience with contemplative practice\, compassion training\, meditation\, or mindfulness is required. \nDate: Saturday\, November 12\, 2016 9:00 AM-5:00 PM – Please arrive at 8:30 to register and be seated for a 9:00 AM start. \nFacilitators: Jim Torbert\, David Whitehorn\, and David Wimberly \nLocation: St. Luke’s United Church\, Tantallon. \nCost: $80 (lunch provided). A generosity policy applies so that anyone interested can participate\, regardless of ability to pay. Volunteer help encouraged. \nRegistration: Please send an email to jtorbert@eastlink.ca to register. \nPayment can be made by Paypal (https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=6PZQY2JZG7KFN)\, E-transfer (jtorbert@eastlink.ca) or cheque (made out to the Atlantic Contemplative Centre and mailed to 6009 Inglis Street\, Halifax\, NS B3H1K9). \nFor questions please contact: jtorbert@eastlink.ca \nThe workshop is presented by the Waves of Compassion Association and the Atlantic Contemplative Centre \nwww.wavesofcompassion.ca and www.contemplativecentre.org and hosted by Transition Bay St Margarets www.transitionbay.ca \nDavid Whitehorn\, PhD\, MSN\, is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Dalhousie University and a Director of the Atlantic Contemplative Centre. He has been involved with contemplative practices for more than forty years and has conducted numerous workshops on compassion and related topics for healthcare providers and the general public. \nJim Torbert\, BArch\, MHSA\, is a Director of the Atlantic Contemplative Centre and co-director of the Waves of Compassion Association. He has over forty years of experience with contemplative practices. He has facilitated a wide range of programs for business\, healthcare and public audiences on contemplative practices essential to the cultivation of compassion.  \nDavid Wimberly is a Director of Transition Bay St Margarets. He has engaged in contemplative practices for over forty years.  He has facilitated numerous events\, projects\, and organizations on living compassionately\, sustainably\, and equitably on this Earth.    \nFor questions please contact: jtorbert@eastlink.ca \nFor more information:  Waves of Compassion  and the Atlantic Contemplative Centre \n \n 
URL:https://www.transitionbay.ca/event/cultivating-the-heart-of-compassion-a-one-day-contemplative-workshop/
LOCATION:St. Luke’s United Church Lower Hall\, 5374 St Margarets Bay Rd.\, Upper Tantallon\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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