Speaker Announcement: State Reps. to Join Policy Webinar

Join us April 3rd at 6 pm via zoom!

Dear Neighbor, I am excited to announce that State Representatives Andy Vargas, Meghan Kilcoyne, and Manny Cruz will join our Statewide Policy Agenda Webinar next Thursday, April 3rd at 6:00 PM on Zoom. As primary sponsors of our priority bills, we are thrilled join our policy webinar and share why they decided to champion these important pieces of legislation.  In addition to hearing remarks from our bill sponsors, we will take a detailed look at our priority bills, discuss AHMA's strategy for getting them passed, and end with a Q&A session.  I hope to see you there and share our exciting legislative priorities! Register Today Sincerely, Mike Kriesberg Policy and Advocacy Manager at Abundant Housing MA Become an AHMA member today! AHMA is a membership organization that is open to everyone. We stand up for abundant housing for all in communities across Massachusetts. We drive policy at the state and local level by identifying pro-housing changemakers, building the power of local organizers, and connecting a statewide network. Become a member today and join our statewide coalition. Together, we can make Massachusetts for everyone. Join our network!   Abundant Housing Massachusetts 50 Milk Street 16th floor Boston, MA 02109 United States

Senator Rausch hosts webinar on "Abortion & Reproductive Freedom in Mass" - Dec 17, 2024

"Abortion & Reproductive Freedom in Mass" - Dec 17, 2024

Please join us on Tuesday, December 17, 7-8 PM on Zoom to discuss the past, present, and future of abortion access and reproductive freedom here in Massachusetts. Visit beccarauschma.com/repro to register.

Thank you to the experts at @reproequitynow, @ppmassachusetts, @aclu_mass and @bostonuniversityschooloflaw for joining me in this critical conversation.

#mapoli #abortionishealthcare #abortion #reproductiverights #reproductivefreedom #mybodymychoice

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Regional Tree Planting & Protection Plan Webinar - Oct 23

Regional Tree Planting  & Protection Plan Webinar 

Virtually on October 23 at 7 PM

Massachusetts has lost over 3.5% of its tree cover

Trees are one of our greatest climate solutions––providing cooler neighborhoods, clean air, flood mitigation, cleaner water, and mental health benefits––yet our watershed is losing tree canopy at an alarming rate. Since 2000, Massachusetts has lost over 3.5% of its tree cover. Regional planning will help maximize the benefits of existing trees, help protect mature trees from invasive species, and identify new opportunities for tree planting to build a robust, healthy tree canopy. 

Join the Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) and Franklin Conservation Department, a Charles River Climate Compact Member, on October 23 at 7 PM to hear about the state of tree canopy across the watershed and our work with the Climate Compact that helps municipalities protect, maintain, and grow our tree canopy. 

Register here (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrd-mgqj0jGtOm5q8ZvQ6hwaL0j3V4zcc8#/registration).

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Are you a parent with kids spending time online? Safety training webinar could be for you!

via Officer Frankie: 

"The US Attorney’s Office is hosting a virtual internet safety presentation for parents. 

The presentation will educate parents on the dangers children face on the internet and how to keep them safe online. 

*Registration is required. Space is limited."

Are you a parent with kids spending time online? Safety training webinar could be for you!

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Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents

Nauset Regional High School

September 10, 2024

The U.S. Attorney’s Office will be hosting a statewide, virtual presentation for parents on Wednesday, October 9th @ 6:30 pm.  Please feel free to share this flyer with your local police departments, school administrators and community partners.  Let me know if you have any questions.

What:   Webex Webinar – Keeping Children Safe and Secure Online:  A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents

When:  Wednesday, October 9th @ 6:30 pm (log in begins at 6:00 pm)

Registration link:  https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/r3c6f24c5e409d764c38ac82d069f700e

 *Registration is required. Space is limited. The Webex platform has a maximum capacity of 1000 attendees.  If you have any questions or if we have reached registration capacity, please email USAMA.PSCOutreach@usdoj.gov  to be put on a waitlist for the next presentation.

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Samaritans: Webinar scheduled for Sep 13 on "Preventing Suicide in Boston"

Join us for an essential talk on mental health awareness in our community

Please join our upcoming webinar dedicated to exploring local resources and starting impactful conversations surrounding mental health.  Be the Connection Understanding and Preventing Suicide in Boston September 13th @ 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar   In Massachusetts, one person dies by suicide every 15 hours. In recognition of National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month in September, join Samaritans and a panel of local experts for a discussion on mental health awareness in Boston. Learn about local resources, including programs designed to support communities of color. Find out how you can be the connection to support someone who is struggling. Explore ways to start important conversations about suicide to reduce the stigma around mental health in our city. Together, we can create a world without suicide.    Register to Attend   Who Are the Panelists?  Dr. Brandy Brooks is the Executive Director of Boston's Higher Ground, a nonprofit focused on improving outcomes in education, housing, and health for children and families in Roxbury, Dorchester, and Mattapan.   Lakisha Renee Austin, LICSW, MBA, MSW, is a certified life coach with over 20 years of experience helping people achieve professional and personal goals. She is the CEO and founder of Resiliency and Optimism Changes Lives Therapeutic Coaching Services LLC. She is the curator of Conversation with Coach LA radio show/podcast, self-care events, and her signature coaching programs BET on SELF, and The F.E.M.E. project.  Kathy Kim is a community activist and the daughter of the late Mr. Kim of Alpha & Omega, a sneaker store in Roxbury founded in 1977. She is also a board member of Haley House, a local nonprofit that addresses housing and food insecurity.    Ruthzee Louijeune is serving her second term as City Councilor At-Large and unanimously elected as Boston City Council President, is a grounded, thoughtful, and inclusive leader. A dedicated public servant, Ruthzee is committed to fostering shared prosperity in Boston with a focus on justice and equity. Moderator: Fred Bernabe, Psy.D. Candidate, M.Ed., is Senior Director of Community Education and Outreach at Samaritans. Fred is an experienced mental health therapist, facilitator, trainer, licensed math teacher, entrepreneur, and equity advocate from Dorchester, MA. As a first-generation Haitian American, he is fluent in Haitian Creole and American Sign Language. He is also a current leadership psychology doctoral student at William James College.  You are receiving this email because you indicated an interest in our work -- thank you! Samaritans 41 West St., 4th Floor Boston, MA 02111

MA Energy Environment schedules Advance Transmission Technologies forum July 17

via MA Energy Environment

"We have a great lineup for the Federal & Regional Energy Affairs Office's Advanced Transmission Technologies forum on July 17th! 

Industry experts from @ISONewEngland, @NationalGridMA, and @EversourceMA will discuss the integration of ATTs* in NE. 

Register: https://t.co/bNc18nFr3K  or   https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y_iVDXMnThKRoGKaQEtnRQ#/registration

 

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*ATT = Advanced Transmission Technologies

Mass. Municipal Assn: Webinar on how municipalities an support arts & culture (video)

Mass. Municipal Assn (@massmunicipal) posted on Thu, Jun 20, 2024:

"An MMA webinar earlier this week with @masscultural reviewed how municipalities can support arts and culture, as well as the benefits they offer to communities. 

View summary & recording: https://t.co/pifXHVEFlq "

Or -> https://www.mma.org/mma-webinar-showcases-impact-of-arts-culture-in-communities/

An MMA webinar today with the Mass Cultural Council reviewed how municipalities can support arts and culture, as well as the benefits they offer to communities. Speakers included (top row l-r) Michael Bobbitt, Mass Cultural Council Executive Director, Franklin Arts, Culture and Creative Economy Director Cory Shea, Bedford Select Board Member Emily Mitchell; (bottom row l-r) Franklin Cultural District Member Pandora Carlucci, Fitchburg Cultural Alliance President Joe Bowen, Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller.

Franklin, MA: School Committee Webinar (virtual only) Apr 2, 2024 - 12:30 PM

Franklin Public Schools - Franklin School Committee

School Committee Special Meeting

April 2, 2024 from 12:30 to 1:00 PM

Virtual only

Agenda: 

• Office of Campaign & Political Finance Webinar

Agenda doc with remote participation info ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/sc_special_mtg._agenda_-_4_2_24.pdf

Franklin, MA: School Committee Webinar (virtual only) Apr 2, 2024 - 12:30 PM

Register to understand the Green Municipal Aggregation report at a webinar - Dec 7 or Dec 14

The team at Energize Franklin would like to make you aware of a free, online webinar offered by The Green Energy Consumer's Alliance on December 7 from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. 

As you may be aware, Franklin residents already enjoy the cost-saving benefits of Green Municipal Aggregation, while purchasing electricity which is generated from 100% renewable sources.

When: Thursday, December 7, 2023, 7:30 PM

Join the Green Energy Consumer's Alliance for a review of their fourth annual Green Municipal Aggregation report. They'll review the data from winter 2022/2023, where customers receiving electricity from municipal aggregations saved money compared to those receiving electricity from National Grid, Eversource, Unitil, or Rhode Island Energy.

This webinar is also being offered December 14, 2023 at noon.

 

Register for this free webinar at https://www.greenenergyconsumers.org/event/greenmunicipalaggregationandcommunity

You can find the report online -> https://260434.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/260434/GMA%20Report%202023%20-%20Final.pdf

Register to understand the Green Municipal Aggregation report at a webinar - Dec 7 or Dec 14

Energize Franklin let's us know of the Webinar on Heat Pumps with EnergySage Thursday, Oct 26

The team at Energize Franklin would like to make you aware of a free, online webinar offered by The Green Energy Consumer's Alliance on October 26th from noon to 1pm.

Webinar: Heat Pumps with EnergySage

Thursday, October 26th @ 12PM

Caleb Pulliam from EnergySage and Loie Hayes, Energy Efficiency Coordinator at Green Energy Consumers, will present and answer frequently asked questions about heat pumps. You'll get a tour of the EnergySage Heat Pump Marketplace.

Register for Heat Pumps Webinar

We'll cover:

• How heat pumps work
• Why they're good for the climate
• Costs, rebates, & incentives
• How to research and compare installers

Whether you're looking to lower your heating cost or your carbon footprint, heat pumps should be one of the options you consider. We're here to help you learn about this highly efficient, low-carbon way of heating.

For more information on ways you can save money and save the environment here in Franklin, please visit EnergizeFranklin.org

Energize Franklin let's us know of the Webinar on Heat Pumps with EnergySage Thursday, Oct 26

Don’t miss next week’s webinar on AI and fact-checking!

Have you been fooled by AI? We can help.

Maybe you got a chuckle from a recent artificial intelligence-generated hoax — an image of Bigfoot towering over a man that was created using descriptive text. But what's less funny is that AI can develop sophisticated content in the blink of an eye that can deceive and do harm. AI has further muddied the waters of the misinformation landscape, making it harder than ever to tell what's real from what's fake. And bad actors are delighted to oblige. That's why we want to be sure you don't miss our free webinar How to fact-check in the AI age on Tuesday, Aug. 8. We will discuss the fundamentals of fact-checking and show you how to debunk false images and videos, both AI-generated and human-made. Please join us at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT on Tuesday, Aug. 8. The webinar will be led by the News Literacy Project's Dan Evon and DeMario Phipps-Smith. Dan writes for RumorGuard™, which uses examples of viral misinformation to help people learn to separate fact from fiction. He previously was a reporter for Snopes, the internet's oldest fact-checking site. DeMario leads news literacy training for adults around the country and has a background in digital media at various publications, including his hometown paper, the Chicago Sun-Times. Don't miss out – register now! For a future founded on facts, The News Literacy Project

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