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Join us for the Resilient Neighborhoods Workshop Series

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Resilient Neighborhoods- Climate Action Workshops. Join Fairfax and other Marin County residents for the free, fun Resilient Neighborhoods Climate Action Workshop series. In just five online meetings you will get the support you need to reduce your carbon footprint get prepared for emergencies like wildfires and power outages. Over 1,500 people in Marin have reduced 8.6 million pounds of CO2 pollution through Resilient Neighborhoods.

Recent Testimonials:
–“The wonderful surprise was that each change I made actually improved the quality of my life as well.”- Michelle Meyers (San Rafael), December 2020
–“As someone who has been teaching environmental and energy education since 1972 and from a basic educator and climate activist’s point of view, I see so many things that make it informative, educational and manageable for folks.” – Molly Whiteley (Woodacre), March 2021
–“This is potent information presented in a format that makes action super easy. it was easy to change my ways. I’m so grateful to Tamra for having the inspiration to create this course. And it’s free. Should be a requirement for all residents.”- RN Graduate, March 2021

Go to the Resilient Neighborhoods Webpage to check out upcoming workshops!  Sign up for a Team Here

Email: RNOutreachAssociate@gmail.com with questions.

This program is endorsed by Drawdown: Marin as a climate solution.

Pictured: A prior Fairfax Resilient Neighborhoods team that met in-person (before COVID).

Rainwater Harvesting 101 (Saturday, Dec 3)

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Rainwater Harvesting 101

Saturday, December 3, 10am-4pm

Location: Bragman residence, 30 Hickory Rd, Fairfax, CA 94930

PLESE REGISTER BELOW!

Learn to install rainwater harvesting systems in this hands-on workshop taught by experienced instructors from Greywater Action. 

We will  install two types of rainwater harvesting systems:

1) a “dry system” with the downspout flowing directly into a 55 gallon barrel located next to a building
2) a “wet system” that allows rainwater storage to be located  away from a building—the rain will be piped from the gutter, under a path, and over to where it rises naturally into a large cistern.

We will also focus on beneficial “secondary use” of the overflow water from the barrel and cistern, directing it to infiltration in the garden rather than to the storm drain.

You will leave knowing how to calculate the amount of rainwater you can capture from your own roof, and have an idea of the types of storage that are available—so you’ll be all set to design your own system!

The workshop will take place at the Bragman residence in the Cascade neighborhood of Fairfax.  Larry Bragman is our Marin Municipal Water District representative (address to be provided following registration).

Instructors: Christina Bertea and Natalie Kilmer, Greywater Action

“Dry System”: rain flows directly into a barrel:

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“Wet System”:  rain flows under a  pathway and back up into a cistern:

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This workshop is part of Sustainable Fairfax’s water conservation program, Take Action On Water: Go Blue!

Register below:

2 for 1 SPECIAL- Register for one and bring a friend for free!

Select Rate 1, 2, 3 or 4  from drop down menu below, and click on “Pay Now”:


Sliding scale- $35-$75



Note: If you do not want to use Paypal, click on the Pay Now link above and select the grey tab titled “Pay with Debit or Credit Card”

You can also mail a check made payable to “Sustainable Fairfax” and mail to Sustainable Fairfax, PO Box 342, Fairfax, CA 94978

Rainwater Harvesting 101 (Saturday, Dec 3)

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Rainwater Harvesting 101

Saturday, December 3, 10am-4pm

Location: Bragman residence, 30 Hickory Rd, Fairfax, CA 94930

PLESE REGISTER BELOW!

Learn to install rainwater harvesting systems in this hands-on workshop taught by experienced instructors from Greywater Action. 

We will  install two types of rainwater harvesting systems:

1) a “dry system” with the downspout flowing directly into a 55 gallon barrel located next to a building
2) a “wet system” that allows rainwater storage to be located  away from a building—the rain will be piped from the gutter, under a path, and over to where it rises naturally into a large cistern.

We will also focus on beneficial “secondary use” of the overflow water from the barrel and cistern, directing it to infiltration in the garden rather than to the storm drain.

You will leave knowing how to calculate the amount of rainwater you can capture from your own roof, and have an idea of the types of storage that are available—so you’ll be all set to design your own system!

The workshop will take place at the Bragman residence in the Cascade neighborhood of Fairfax.  Larry Bragman is our Marin Municipal Water District representative (address to be provided following registration).

Instructors: Christina Bertea and Natalie Kilmer, Greywater Action

“Dry System”: rain flows directly into a barrel:

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“Wet System”:  rain flows under a  pathway and back up into a cistern:

screen-shot-2016-11-06-at-7-09-55-pm-1

 

This workshop is part of Sustainable Fairfax’s water conservation program, Take Action On Water: Go Blue!

Register below:

2 for 1 SPECIAL- Register for one and bring a friend for free!

Select Rate 1, 2, 3 or 4  from drop down menu below, and click on “Pay Now”:


Sliding scale- $35-$75



Note: If you do not want to use Paypal, click on the Pay Now link above and select the grey tab titled “Pay with Debit or Credit Card”

You can also mail a check made payable to “Sustainable Fairfax” and mail to Sustainable Fairfax, PO Box 342, Fairfax, CA 94978

Laundry-to-Landscape Greywater Workshop- Oct 22

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Don’t Let Perfectly Good Water Escape Down the Drain!

Learn to install a simple laundry-to-landscape greywater system in this hands-on workshop taught by experienced instructors from Greywater Action.

Using water from your washing machine loads to irrigate your surrounding landscape can be a relatively simple way to conserve water, save money, and help Marin conserve water.  According to MMWD Conservation Manager Dan Carney, “Even when full, our reservoirs hold only about a two-year supply of water, so using water wisely is always important. We never know what the next rainfall year will bring.”

The workshop will take place at a residence in Fairfax, California (in the neighborhood of Manor Elementary).

This workshop is part of Sustainable Fairfax’s water conservation program, Take Action On Water: Go Blue!  This event partially sponsored by New Belgium Brewing and Marin Municipal Water District.

UPDATE:  There are just 2 spots left..  please register before it sells out!

Location:  The Kaefer Residence, 10 Gary Way, Fairfax, CA 94930

Time:  11am-4pm

Register below:

Select Rate 1, 2, 3 or 4  from drop down menu below, and click on “Pay Now”:


Sliding scale- $25-$75



You can also write a check payable to Sustainable Fairfax and mail to Sustainable Fairfax, PO Box 342, Fairfax, CA 94978.

For more information, email SustainFX@gmail.com

Sponsored by:

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Laundry-to-Landscape Greywater Workshop- Oct 22

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Don’t Let Perfectly Good Water Escape Down the Drain!

Learn to install a simple laundry-to-landscape greywater system in this hands-on workshop taught by experienced instructors from Greywater Action.

Using water from your washing machine loads to irrigate your surrounding landscape can be a relatively simple way to conserve water, save money, and help Marin conserve water.  According to MMWD Conservation Manager Dan Carney, “Even when full, our reservoirs hold only about a two-year supply of water, so using water wisely is always important. We never know what the next rainfall year will bring.”

The workshop will take place at a residence in Fairfax, California (in the neighborhood of Manor Elementary).

This workshop is part of Sustainable Fairfax’s water conservation program, Take Action On Water: Go Blue!  This event partially sponsored by New Belgium Brewing and Marin Municipal Water District.

UPDATE:  There are just 2 spots left..  please register before it sells out!

Location:  The Kaefer Residence, 10 Gary Way, Fairfax, CA 94930

Time:  11am-4pm

Register below:

Select Rate 1, 2, 3 or 4  from drop down menu below, and click on “Pay Now”:


Sliding scale- $25-$75



You can also write a check payable to Sustainable Fairfax and mail to Sustainable Fairfax, PO Box 342, Fairfax, CA 94978.

For more information, email SustainFX@gmail.com

Sponsored by:

SustainableFairfaxLogoNewBelgiumBeer

MMWD primary - vertical

Seed Saving Workshop & Seed Swap- Sept 28

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Seed Saving Workshop & Seed Swap

Presented by Sustainable Fairfax and the Fairfax Library

Master Gardener Laura Nicoletti will explain when seeds are ready to harvest, and how to dry and store them. Learn the difference between hybrid and heirloom, and which seeds can be saved for next year’s crop. Seed Exchange:

Bring pesticide-free collected seeds from your garden labeled with date harvested, and envelopes to collect seeds. Partially opened or unused seed packets accepted.

Generously sponsored by Fairfax Friends of the Library

All Library events are free. Call 415-453-8151 or visit www.marinlibrary.org

Requests for accommodations may be made by calling (415) 473-3220 (voice/TTY) or 711 for the California Relay Service or Emailing library@marincounty.org at least four work days in advance of the event. Copies of documents are available in alternative formats, upon request.