BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:iCalendar-Ruby BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080708T203000 UID:2008-09-07_5326795@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:\nThis month\, thanks to Michael Kiefer\, a local green activis t and realtor\, we are meeting at one of DC's newest Green Buildings\, Loft s 11. Lofts 11 boasts an array of sustainable features such as a green roof \, recycled countertops\, tinted low e-glass\, energy star package\, passiv e solar design\, high efficiency furnace\, dual flush toilets\, steps to 3 Metro stops and more. Join us for this opportunity to engage Gail Montplais ir\, principal\, Taurus Development Group in an open dialogue about green b uildings and what lies ahead in their next green building initiative. In ad dition Neil Takemoto of "Cool Town Studios" & Michael Kiefer will be discus sing several new initiatives taking place in Washington to bring affordably built "green building" to the masses in an approach that is entirely uniqu e. *Location* 1125 11th St NW ( 2 blocks from the Convention Center ) *Cost :* $5 covers beer\, wine and light snacks *Date and Time*: July 8th\, 6:30- 8:30 *7:00 pm Introduction & Developer presentation *7:15 Presentation / Di scussion by Neil Takemoto & Michael Kiefer \n SUMMARY:DC Green Drinks Monthly Meeting DTSTART:20080708T183000 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:1125 11th Street\, N.W. Washington D.C. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080709T200000 UID:2008-09-07_293278325@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our July \nmonthly meeting! Starting at 6:15p m. Happy hour starts at \n5:30.\n \nWednesday July 9\, 2008\n\n Perkins + Will\n 2100 M Street\, NW\n Suite 800\n\n Presentation- Shyam Kann an\, ULI\n\nJoin us for HAPPY HOUR starting at 5:30 at the M Street Bar \na nd Grill on the corner of M and 21st. Great happy hour \nspecials. See th eir website at www.mstreetbarandgrill.com\n\nThe meeting will start at 6:15 pm \n \n SUMMARY:AIA Committee on the Environment Monthly Meeting DTSTART:20080709T181500 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:Perkins + Will 2100 M Street\, N.W. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080710T233000 UID:2008-09-07_548843121@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:\nThe First Chukker Polo Team and Green Cup Host Committee are throwing a Polo Party on the Rooftop of BLT Restaurant featuring Motown Mus ic by the Victor Chase Project.\n\n\nThe BLT Rooftop overlooks the White Ho use and hosts up to 400 people.\n\n\n(Rain date to be determined)\n\n\nRSVP via Facebook event as well. Search "Green Cup Polo" for info on this event as well as a July 19th Polo match.\n\n\nGreenCupPolo.com\n\n\n \n\n\n   \n\n\n \n SUMMARY:Green Cup Polo Happy Hour DTSTART:20080710T180000 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:1625 I Street\, NW END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080717T235900 UID:2008-09-07_419876697@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:\n The planning is underway for another great Green Industry F ield Day at American University\, Washington\, DC. Mark your calendar now s o that you won't miss this important event. The combination of demonstratio n/talks\, site walks\, local trade show vendor displays and networking make this a ‘must-do' for green industry professionals in the Mid-Atlantic re gion.\n\n\nProgram brochure/registration forms will be available on-line ht tp://greenindustryseminar.org/  If you have attended their events in the past\, you will receive a mailed brochure.\n\n\nGreg Long of Capitol Greenr oofs and Wayne Mills of Wayne's Wholesale Nursery will be talk about green roof plants\, installation and maintenance. American University's head of maintenance will talk about of their greenroof they installed last Septem ber as well as many other talks and demonstrations.\n\n\nContact Mary Bean: 703-250-1368\n\n\n \n\n\n \n SUMMARY:Green Industry Professional Seminar DTSTART:20080717T080000 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:American University END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080719T235900 UID:2008-09-07_308206495@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:CONTACT INFO: JASON JANNATI \n\nPHONE: 443.668.7210\n\nEMAIL: j ason@greeNEWit.org\n\nWEB: www.greeNEWit.org\n\n GET HOOKED ON GREEN @ gre eNEWit FEST on JULY 19\, 2008Solar Powered Concert Fundraiser Hosted by The Green Building Institute\n\nEnjoy local organic food from On-The-Fly (www. dconthefly.com)\, cold beer\, Bordy wine andlive reggae/rock from the sound s of KB DRIVE & the special guest DJ. The 1st annual greeNEWit FEST will fe ature over a dozen green companies\, including greeNEWit\, a home energy au diting company that will be providing demonstrations\, helpful energy tips and discount audit packages to all patrons in attendance. Mobile solar powe r will be provided by Glory Energy\, limited hybrid transportation will be provided by Enviroride and host Green Building Institute will be introducin g new green networking and educational events. All proceeds will go to Gree n Building Institute\, Inc.\, a Maryland non-profit 503c corporation\, to p romote sustainable building and living practices. \n\nPLEASE TAKE NOTICE: T his event has a zero-waste initiative. Please do not bring any trash inside the event. All items available will be reused or recycled. All ages are we lcome\, 21 to purchase alcohol\, kids in car seats are free. We are sorry\, but there are no pets allowed. Please carpool to event. \n\n$10 TICKETS AT THE DOOR SATURDAY JULY 19\, 2008 12-5pm\n\nGates will open at 11:30\n\nAlp ha Ridge Park Pavilion  11699 Old Frederick Road\n\nMarriottsville\, Howar d County\, MD 21104\n\nIf you would like more information about the event\, or would like to schedule and interview with greeNEWit\, please use contac t above. \n SUMMARY:GreeNewit Fest DTSTART:20080719T080000 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:Marriottsville\, Md END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080726T123000 UID:2008-09-07_650508383@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:\nNorthern Virginia Rain Barrel Registration  \n\n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n       Anxiously awaiting your rain bar rel? Rain barrel workshops and distribution events are finally here!\nA rai n barrel is placed under the downspout to collect water from the roof. The rain barrels hold approximately 50 gallons. They are 23 inches wide and ran ge from 41.25 inches to 43.75 inches tall. Rainwater collection can help yo u save water for use in your yard\, eliminate potential flooding in your ba sement\, and reduce stormwater management costs. Water running off your roo f during a rainstorm can be a problem or a resource put to good use! \n\n\n Already have your barrel? Look here for helpful hints on what to do when yo u get your rain barrel home! Installation Instructions (PDF)\n\n\nThere are two ways to acquire your rain barrel. Attend a build your own rain barrel workshop or purchase a pre-made barrel.\n\n\nRegistration is required and w ill close at least one week prior to event date. If registering through Pay Pal please make sure your account's e-mail address is current. If paying by check make sure to include an e-mail address. We must be able to contact y ou! The cost is $50 (plus $2 processing fee if paying online). Payment is r equired to reserve your spot\, please go to the link below for more informa tion and for payment. http://www.arlingtonenvironment.org/barrel.htm\n\n\nO ther Rain barrel workshop options are as follows: Saturday\, May 3rd 9:00 a .m. Hollin Meadows Elementary School\, 2310 Nordok Place\, Alexandria\, V A 22306. FULL \nSaturday\, May 17th 9:00 a.m. Maury Elementary School\, 6 00 Russell Road\, Alexandria\, VA 22301. FULL\nSunday\, May 18th 10:00 a.m . Falls Church Property Yard\, 7100 Gordon Rd\, Falls Church\, VA 22046. FULL \nSunday\, May 18th 1:00 p.m. Falls Church Property Yard\, 7100 Go rdon Rd\, Falls Church\, VA 22046. FULL \nSaturday\, May 31st 1:00 p.m. Wa lker Nature Education Center\,\n 11450 Glade Drive\, Reston\, VA 20191. FU LL \n-->\n\nSaturday\, June 21st 9:30 a.m. Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 7701 Royce Street\, Annandale\, VA 22003. FULL \nSaturday\, July 12th 9:30 a.m. Francis C Hammond Middle School\, 4646 Seminary Rd\, Alexandria\, VA 22304 . \nSaturday\, July 26th 1:00 p.m. Walter Reed Community Center\, 2909 16th Street S.\, Arlington\, VA 22204. \nMonday\, August 4th 7 p.m. Sully Distr ict Governmental Center\, 4900 Stonecroft Boulevard\, Chantilly\, VA 20151. \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Workshop DTSTART:20080726T110000 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:Walter Reed Community Center\, 2909 16th Street S. Arlington\, VA 22206 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SEQUENCE:0 DTEND:20080802T090000 UID:2008-09-07_101959644@app2.collectivex.com DESCRIPTION:\n\n SOUTHEAST BUILDING CONFERENCEGREEN TRENDS 2008 \n \n \n \ n\nJuly 30th -August 2nd\, 2008The Orange County Convention CenterOrlando\, Florida\n\n\nContact Paul Thompson \n\n \n \n\n \n2008 Southeast Building Conference • 201 East Park Avenue • Tallahassee\, FL  32301 • Phone: 800-261-9447\n SUMMARY:South East Building Conference Green Trends DTSTART:20080730T080000 DTSTAMP:20080907T173354 LOCATION:Orlando\, Florida END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR