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NELA Transition News | July 23, 2011

7/23/2011

 
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North East Los Angeles Transition News

July 23rd, 2011
NELA Transition is a community group working on positive changes in our community as we face global warming, peak oil and economic decline. We share our skills working on projects which increase our local resilience and strengthen community connections. Our members are located in the Los Angeles neighborhoods including Pasadena, Altadena, Highland Park and Eagle Rock. nelatransition.org

The Resilient Arroyo

by David Cutter

An important step in transition is forming working groups. Since there are many sustainbility minded groups in northeast Los Angeles, it occurred
to me that perhaps some collaboration between groups was possible. Read More

 

Learning Garden News

June 21, 2011
by January Nordman


The Throop Memorial Church Learning Garden project continues to take shape.

A group of us met on Saturday July 16 to talk about the upcoming lawn conversion, pick produce, tend the garden and share conversation.

The permaculture rose garden, by the church steps, continues to bloom. The compost tea really inspired the roses to put out many fragrant blossoms. The bees and the neighbors seem very happy with this.

The vegetable garden continues to flourish, thanks to many hands, bountiful sun, nutritious earth, and Jean's dedication to watering.

Read More

 

Rob Hopkins Conference Call

by David Cutter

Rob Hopkins
On Monday July 18th 329 people participated in a conference call. For the most part we listened to Richard Heinberg interview Rob Hopkins. The first 20 minutes Rob gave a report on the Transition Conference in the UK. It was held in Liverpool and while most attendees were from the UK, there were some folk from other countries including Japan. The main thing to come out of the conference was a recognition that social enterprise can't depend on deep pockets or government support. Read More

 

Arroyo Seed Library Launched

by Michel Breard

The Arroyo Guerrilla Gardeners have launched their Seed Library in response to Monsanto's GMO products. Arroyo Guerrilla Gardening is a small grassroots group in North East LA that focuses on urban gardening , local resilience and neighborhood activism. The Arroyo Seed Library, based on the SLOLA model (Seed Library Of Los Angeles) will be hosted at Milagro Allegro, the Highland Park community garden. When they are not busy collecting and swapping seeds, the Guerrilla Gardeners churn compost piles, throw seed bombs, beautify their neighborhood, organize potlucks, and have a good time..
http://www.meetup.com/arroyogg/


Los Angeles Permaculture Design Course Series
Urban Homesteading | Resilient Communities

EarthFlow's 11th Permaculture Design Course Series in Los Angeles One weekend a month for six months...
Starting weekend: October 8/9, 2011 - Final weekend: March 10/11, 2012
Tuition: $1050.00 (register now and save $150)

Permaculture Design offers decision-making protocols, based on nature, for problem-solving, critical thinking and design. This course introduces you to new career directions, home improvement projects and community food, water and energy security.

http://earthflow.com


Volunteers Needed

NELA Transition is looking for volunteers volunteers for setup and take-down at events, to teach reskilling workshops, and to table at other upcoming events. NELA Transition and Throop Church are members of the Arroyo Time Bank and can pay in Time Dollars for volunteer work. If you are interested in volunteering, contact
people@nelatransition.org

 

 

Transition HandbookThe Transition Handbook

“There is no more important book than this one for any community seeking to change toward ecological sustainability” – Jerry Mander, founder/director of the International Forum on Globalization

Transition Handbook, download
Transition Handbook, order

 

Transition Los AngelesTransition Los Angeles is a "city hub," in the L.A. basin which helps facilitates the sharing of information and resources between local Transition Groups. There are monthly leadership meetings which are open to the leadership of any of the local groups.
www.transitionla.org

 

 

Learning Garden Resources Needed

The Learning Garden which is a project of NELA Transition and Throop Church is looking for donations of the following for transforming the existing lawn into a beautiful, xeriscaped garden.

Cardboard - not waxed, preferable with tape removed. This will be used for sheet-mulching the entire lawn on the South side of the building.

Gravel - To help with drainage in key locations.

Broken Concrete, flagstone, pavers, or cinder blocks

If you can donate any of these items, contact people@nelatransition.org, or call 626-388-0046


Eastside Permaculture Potluck+More

Saturday, July 23rd, 4:00 PM

Eastside PC HQ 4867 Wiota St. LA 90041
RSVP 323-630-4673

Presented by Eastside Permaculture

bird potluckWhat: potluck/bbq/meet-up for NELA/Eastside permaculture enthusiasts but open to anyone else in and around LA

When: 7/23/11 Saturday
starting at 4 pm - going until 7???
4-5 for potluck (cross your fingers and we might get the bbq to work!)
Let's plan to start any "formal" discussion around 5.

Please RSVP so we know how many to expect. Also please BYOB. there will be some food and drink for us but the more you bring the more we'll have!

 

Reskilling: Natural Childbirth

Sunday, July 24th 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Madison Casita
805 N Madison Ave, Pasadena

Presented by the Arroyo Timebank

Gladys Batan, natural child birth advocate, will share the information she has found on her quest to know more about natural child birth. Men and women, at every stage in life, are welcome. Disclaimer: Gladys is not a trained medical professional and is not giving any medical advice. She is "simply a woman who is looking for answers about the question of childbirth. Always refer to your doctor to get any of your questions answered."

 

Arroyo Timebank Working Meeting

Wed, July 27, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Zane Grey Estate, 396 E Mariposa, Altadena, CA 91001

Presented by the Arroyo Timebank

Come help shape the Arroyo Time Bank! The time bank grows through the individual contributions of its members, be part of creating the type of community you want by participating at our monthly working meetings. Board members and committee members are strongly encouraged to attend and give brief progress reports.

 

Altadena "Barn Raising" Party

Sat, July 30, 9am – 3pm
512 E Alameda St, Altadena, CA

Presented by the Arroyo Timebank

Come out Saturday July 30th for the Time Bank Garden Groups next "barn raising" Party! Earn time dollars for gardening, bringing food or drink to share (potluck items or something to grill), playing music, offering child care, or any other service that will make this great. We'll get started early, at 9am, before it gets too hot, then at 1pm we'll break for lemonade, lunch, and celebrating.

 

Reskilling: Pasta Making

Sunday, July 31st 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Madison Casita
805 N Madison Ave, Pasadena

Presented by the Arroyo Timebank

Local culinary expert Don Warriner will lead you through the simple and delightful process of making homemade pasta. Don will guide us through a hands-on demo from 11am-12pm and from 12pm-1pm we'll feast on our delicious creations! What a great way to use all those home-grown tomatoes and basil!

 

Community Dinner at Historical Monument 157

Tuesday, August 9, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Weekly on Tuesdays

Historical Monument 157, 3110 N. Broadway, L.A., CA 90031

Presented by Historical Monument 157

Historic Monument 157

Doers of all persuasions are invited to come network and walk away in cahoots. Gourmet vegan dinner is provided for $5 most weeks. On fundraiser weeks (once a month) the cost is $10 if you rsvp, $20 at the door. To earn time dollars, come work in the kitchen starting around 4pm. Please RSVP on the Arroyo Lowdown (https://www.facebook.com/TheArroyoLowdown) where the menu is posted on Monday nights. BYOB. A description of HM 157: http://www.laweekly.com/locations/historical-monument-157-771838/

 

Conscientious Projector 180° South

August 11th, 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Armory Center for the Arts
145 North Raymond Ave, Pasadena
Free

Presented by Sustainable World & The Armory Center for the Arts

180 degrees south180° SOUTH is the story of one of the most unique and prolific environmentalists of our time -Yvon Chouinard. Rather than re-living Yvon's story through old photos and his life's work with pie charts, 180° SOUTH weaves Chouinard's tale through a modern day expedition. http://www.180south.com

 

 

Learning Garden Work Party

Saturday, August 13th, 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Presented by NELA Transition

We will be working on drainage in preparation for the Permaculture transformation being planned for the South lawn.

300 S Los Robles Ave., Pasadena

 

 

Resilient Arroyo Potluck

Sunday, August 14th, 6:00 PM
Hosted by

  • The Arroyo Time Bank
  • NELA Transition
  • Arroyo Food Co-op
  • Throop Church
  • Conscientious Projector
  • Calif Federation of Time Banks
  • HM157

We're having a joint potluck with some local great organizations . Come and meet others involved with these organizations. This event is open to everyone. Bring some food or drink to share.

We are planning a special unique activity illustrating the interconnections of all life at this event.

Bring some food to share and earn 1 Time Bank Hour!

It is time to put our heads and hearts and resources together to share info and ideas on community building. How else but over food! Join the potluck and find out more about the many creative, dynamic and energetic groups focused on community right here in town.

Throop Church
300 S Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101

Invite others on Facebook

 

Inner Transition meeting

Thursday, August 18, 6:30-8:30
Presented by NELA Transition

Pasadena, CA

Please read this page for a feel of what we are coming together around: http://www.joannamacy.net/thegreatturning/personal-guidelines-t.html

This will be a potluck event.

contact theresegbrum@yahoo.com for the address

 

NELA Transition Meeting

Sunday, August 21st, 5:00 to 7:00 PM

Location TBD

 

Learning Garden Work Party

Saturday, August 26th, 8-10 AM

Presented by NELA Transition

300 S Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA

 

Thich Nhat Hahn

September 3rd

Thich Nhat Hahn will lead a meditation in Central park followed by a talk at Pasadena Civic Auditorium. More Info

 

Thích Nhất Hạnh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk, teacher, author, poet and peace activist who now lives in France. Read More on Wikipedia

Saturday, September 10
Back to September 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm

Rain Barrels & Rain Gardens

Saturday, September 10th, 10:00 AM - Noon
L.A. Aboretum Palm Room
$25 Arboretum members/$28 non-members
Stephen Williams, instructor

Learn why cities have programs to promote the construction of tens of thousands of rain gardens nationwide. See how to design and install a rain garden and barrel system at your home to capture seasonal rain water from your property to divert for future use and/or gather for infiltration through a depressed garden area to re-charge the ground water. Discover how you can develop a sustainable landscape which promotes native wildlife, utilizes less irrigation, and uses fewer fertilizers and pesticides. The presentation will also emphasize soils, amendments, plant selection, irrigation, mulching, and maintenance for a successful Southern California Mediterranean garden.

Pre-registration preferred; please call 626.821.4623 to register for classes. You may also email jill.berry@arboretum.org

 

Moving Planet Day walking tour of green locations

September 24th

promoted by 350.org


Elaine Ingham & Dave Jacke presentations can be taken without the whole PDC course.
Saturday, September 24
Back to September 2011
8:30am - 5:30pm

Permaculture Design Course at the L.A. Aboretum

5 Weekends, starting September 24th, 8:30am – 5:30pm

September 24 & 25
October 8 & 9
October 22 & 23
November 5 & 6
November 19 & 20

TUITION: $1400
· Includes catered lunch, tea, snacks, and an excellent line-up of instructors
· Non-refundable $200 deposit to reserve your place due by August 15
· Full tuition due by Sept. 12
TO REGISTER: Call: (626) 821-4623 or Email: jill.berry@arboretum.org

DOUBLE BONUS: Students attend ‘Soil & Compost’ 2-Day Workshop with Dr. Elaine Ingham AND 2-Day ‘Garden Like a Forest Workshop’ with award-winning author, Dave Jacke!

Permaculture is sustainable land-use design based on ecological principles and ethics. Its aim is harmonizing habitats and inhabitants within sustainable cultural, food, shelter, energy, water, and waste systems. This hands-on course unites theory with practical applications. Our transformative 80-hour curriculum prepares individuals to become pro-active ecological designers, and covers the following topics:

• Permaculture Principles and Ethics • Rapid Soil Rehabilitation
• Water Harvesting • Food Forests • Renewable Energy Solutions
• Animal Systems • Designing with the Patterns of Nature
• Natural Building • Aquaculture • Regenerating Resilient Communities

 

Bill McKibbin of 350.org

October 27, 27,29, 30

Claremont College Brave New Planet, Imagining Ecological Communities

 

NELA Transition Fundraiser dinner at HM157

November 14th

This will be a great opportunity to meet a unique challenge creatively with an attitude of resilience. We will create a meal for a crowd on a few hours notice of what produce we will have to design the meal around. We will be looking for some cool entertainment ideas as well. Feel like you always wanted to be a party planner? Contact Therese theresegbrum@yahoo.com

More details to be announced.

 

 

 



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