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SUMMARY:Climate-Right Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Join MNIPL as we host the building efficiency experts at Minify Energy: Jeremy Davis and Ben Wallace.  Since launching in 2019\, they have helped dozens of clients make their buildings more sustainable and more comfortable.   \nYou’ll hear about the changes congregations can make\, what to expect for return on investment\, and the generous incentives and tax credits available to Minnesota faith communities. Using case studies\, Jeremy and Ben will describe best practices for implementing energy efficiency projects and how your congregation can move forward in 2024 making your buildings part of your mission to heal the climate crisis. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/climate-right-buildings/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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SUMMARY:The Threat to Community-Owned Solar
DESCRIPTION:Utility and energy companies in Minnesota are pushing for administrative changes that would make community-owned solar more expensive and onerous to try and monopolize the solar future. We need you to help protect our sustainable energy future by keeping it in the hands of Minnesota communities. \nPlease join us for a conversation about the history and future of community-owned solar and how you can join the fight to help protect it. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/the-threat-to-community-owned-solar/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Nerbonne":MAILTO:julia@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T160921Z
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SUMMARY:The State of Global Repair
DESCRIPTION:We need you to show your support for the people and organizations that are pushing our government to honor its commitment to create a Loss and Damage Fund — and to put the fund in the hands of those countries most effected by climate disruption. \nJoin us in a national call-to-action with Rep. Ilhan Omar hosted by MNIPL\, Justice is Global\, Union of Concerned Scientists\, and Action Aid\, where you’ll learn about the state of play in 2023\, the ever-growing importance of committing to global repair\, and how to take action. \nRep. Ilhan Omar will share how she is challenging her colleagues in Congress to make good on Loss and Damage. Brandon Wu at Action Aide and Rachel Cleetus of the Union of Concerned Scientists will share expertise on the need for global repair\, and you’ll hear from youth from Cameroon to the Philippines who will tell stories of their activism in repairing the places they’ve called home. \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/the-state-of-global-repair/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T193000
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SUMMARY:Rise + Repair 2024 Launch
DESCRIPTION:Along with many community partners\, we are gearing up for the 2024 Legislative Session.  \nJoin us to learn more about how Rise and Repair can be a vehicle for you to achieve your legislative priorities next year and for Minnesotans of faith across Minnesota to amplify and support Indigenous Rights and Climate Justice with their elected officials. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/rise-repair-2024-launch/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Juventino Meza":MAILTO:juventino@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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SUMMARY:A Call for Global Repair
DESCRIPTION:Join MNIPL and our partners at ActionAid USA for an important presentation and discussion on international climate justice! \nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP \nGlobal systems of extraction and greed have exacerbated an unequal world\, one where the countries who have benefited least face the most dire consequences of climate change. We believe that in order to address the impacts of global climate change\, the countries whose governments and corporations have caused the most harm to the planet and its people must pay their fair share to repair it. \nStaff and board members of MNIPL will share about how our organization has taken action to redress global harms\, from helping to rebuild after floods in Bangladesh to working with local\, national\, and international organizers in successfully pushing the United States to commit to funding for global repair. \nSpecial guest Brandon Wu of ActionAid will share about what has happened over the last year since this funding was committed and talk about where we go from here. Your support is desperately needed to make sure the US makes good on its promises and commits to funding repair in way that ensures that those most impacted by climate change decide what repair looks like for them — not the US. \nCome for a light lunch and dialogue and leave with a renewed promise to help the US to show up globally in a way that promotes justice and peace. \n 
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/a-call-for-global-repair/
LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1900 Nicollet Ave.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Policy & Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Nerbonne":MAILTO:julia@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
CREATED:20230711T215305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T203423Z
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SUMMARY:Community Connector Circle - 1st Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Do you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation\, community\, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group\, we’ll share ideas\, ask questions\, celebrate successes\, and get to know each other. \nWe meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4 pm. Come as often as you like! No registration is required. Simply click this link to join.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/community-connector-circle-1st-tuesday-3/2023-11-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Circle
ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
CREATED:20230929T221224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T222920Z
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SUMMARY:Rise + Repair: West Twin Cities Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Along with many community partners\, we are gearing up for the 2024 Legislative Session. \nJoin us to learn more about how Rise and Repair can be a vehicle for small organizations to achieve their legislative priorities next year and for Minnesotans across Minnesota to amplify and support Indigenous Rights and Climate Justice during the 2024 Legislative Session. \nSpecial Guest: Rep. Patty Acomb (MN House District 45B) \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/rise-repair-west-twin-cities/
LOCATION:St. Edward’s Episcopal Church\, 865 N Ferdale Rd\, Wayzata\, MN\, 55391\, United States
CATEGORIES:Policy & Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Juventino Meza":MAILTO:juventino@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
CREATED:20230906T161317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T163847Z
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SUMMARY:How We Win: Organizing for Environmental and Climate Justice
DESCRIPTION:From his first arrest in the Civil Rights era to his most recent during a climate justice march at the age of 83\, George Lakey has committed his life to a mission of building a better world through movements for justice. Lakey’s life and vast experience with nonviolent social change organizing reminds us how to find hope in even the darkest times through strategic\, joyful activism. Through a panel conversation with local organizers\, Lakey will guide us in an exploration of what it takes to organize successful campaigns that create environmental and climate justice in our community. \nOrganizer Nazir Khan will discuss the Minnesota Environmental Justice Table’s campaign to shut down the HERC Trash Burner. Joe Vital will share insights from East Phillips Neighborhood Institute’s campaign around the Rooftop Depot site. George Lakey will weave in lessons learned from campaigns he’s organized and share stories from his involvement in struggles for peace\, civil rights\, LGBTQ rights\, labor justice\, and environmental and climate justice. This is an event not to be missed! \nLakey is visiting the Twin Cities as a part of his Dancing with History: A Life For Peace and Justice book tour. His book How We Win! will also be available. \nWe are so excited to cohost this amazing event! More information available at fnvw.org/georgelakey
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/how-we-win/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Friends Meeting\, 4401 York Ave S\, Minneapolis\, 55410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
CREATED:20230711T155940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T195053Z
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SUMMARY:Yes\, Your Congregation Can Go Solar!
DESCRIPTION:Learn how your congregation can benefit from solar energy and slash its carbon emissions.  Get step-by-step details and answers to frequently asked questions.  Find out how solar works\, how you can get a no-cost solar design and proposal for your congregation\, how IRA provisions improve solar’s return on investment\, and the various methods for financing for your project.  In recent years\, MNIPL has helped more than a dozen congregations and nonprofits go solar.  With new federal tax credits\, we expect to double that number in the next year alone.  Join us to be part of the solar movement! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/yes-your-congregation-can-go-solar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230730T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
CREATED:20230711T214055Z
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SUMMARY:A SECOND July Voices for Climate Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:WHERE: Spirit of Peace/ Mills Church: 13215 Minnetonka Drive Minnetonka\, MN 55305 \nWHEN: Sunday\, July 30 \n10 – 11 ~ Service (with lots of singing!) \n11 ~ Lunch – all are welcome to come eat \n11:30-12:30ish ~ Voices for Climate Song Circle \nJoin the Spirit of Peace and Mills Church communities for a welcoming Sunday morning of togetherness and song. Songleader Sarina Partridge will teach original\, simple songs that all can sing. No need to read music or see yourself as a “singer”! Come meet others\, sing together\, and learn about climate justice action we can plug into. Join for all of the morning or just come for lunch and singing. To get a taste of the original songs that Sarina will teach\, check out “Every Step a Prayer” or “Of This Earth”. Listen to more of Sarina’s music here. Or click here to learn more.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/a-second-july-voices-for-climate-song-circle/
LOCATION:Spirit of Peace / Mills Church\, 13215 Minnetonka Dr.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarina Partridge":MAILTO:sarina@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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SUMMARY:Spirit of Water
DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 15 for a celebration with Mississippi River! Come gather to connect\, learn\, pray\, engage\, play\, celebrate\, and honor the spirit of water. \nThe event is designed to highlight the care and responsibility involved in protecting and sharing valuable water resources—like Mississippi River—that in today’s world are often hidden by infrastructure and institutions. We will focus of themes of gratitude\, celebration\, unity\, coming together\, the commonality of water as a presence in our life\, reverence\, respect\, and honor for our water and all that is sacred. \nMORNING SESSION | United Seminary\, St. Paul\nCome to United’s St. Paul Campus at 9:30 a.m. to start the day. After an opening ritual prayer\, attendees will be able to attend workshops\, participate in activities\, and listen to talks about the importance of water\, threats to water\, and ways in which we can work to protect water. Refreshments will be available and lunch will be served at noon. \nRegister for the morning session at this link! \nAFTERNOON SESSION | Hidden Falls Regional Park\, St. Paul\nAt 2:00 p.m.\, meet us at Hidden Falls Regional Park—just five miles (mostly south) from United. On the bank of Mississippi River\, we will have a community celebration. There will be speakers\, music\, information booths\, food\, art\, and play areas for children. \nRegister for the afternoon session at this link! \nEVENT CO-PRESENTERS\nThis event is co-presented by the following partners: \n\nMinnesota Interfaith Power & Light\nThe Leadership Center for Social Justice at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\nResilient Indigenous Sisters Engaging (R.I.S.E. Coalition)\nRights of Mississippi River\nFriends of the Mississippi River\n\nWant to get involved? Fill out an interest form today!
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/spirit-of-water-2023/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Burnor":MAILTO:terri@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230626T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230626T183000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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SUMMARY:MNCIFA Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:We’ve had a lot to celebrate this legislative session\, and here’s another reason to keep dancing — the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority was created and fully funded with $45 million! \nMNCIFA is a state funding authority that will help communities\, families\, and businesses access money for renewable energy and other green projects. This innovative “green bank” was designed with equity and climate justice at its core. No one should be left behind in the transition to our greener future! MNCIFA will ensure everyone has access to the technical assistance and upfront funding needed to center equity and scale up our energy transition for climate justice. \nCome celebrate with us!\nJoin us on Monday\, June 26\, to thank the MNCIFA bill authors\, Representative Emma Greenman and Senator Tou Xiong\, other legislative champions\, and the coalition of organizational partners and people who came together to make MNCIFA happen! \nWhether you can be with us in person or in spirit\, we want to express our deep gratitude for your tireless work and companionship on this journey. Let us mark this moment for all that is to follow. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nEvent Details\nThe event will be held at the historic Coliseum Building and Hall at 2708 E Lake St. in Minneapolis. Located in the heart of the George Floyd uprisings\, this building is under renovation which will include adding solar to serve the community. \nBecause this is a construction site\, covered footwear is recommended. We will be gathering under a tent on a gravel parking area. \nStreet and lot parking is available nearby. \n\nThis event is hosted by Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light and CURE\, with support from Intermill Land History Consulting and the co-sponsors below: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional support provided by the organizational partners associated with the Rise and Repair agenda and MNCIFA legislative effort.
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/mncifa-celebration/
LOCATION:The Coliseum Building\, 2708 E Lake St.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Wolff":MAILTO:sara@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T201500
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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SUMMARY:Faith leaders on Earth - a multi-faith panel
DESCRIPTION:Join our faith leader panel as they introduce us to the jewels of their tradition’s teachings on care for the earth. Panelists: Dr. Prasad Bastodkar\, Hindu Society of Minnesota; Payton Hoegh\, Episcopal Los Angeles and Center for Spirituality in Nature; Rabbi Ricky Kamil Temple Israel\, Minneapolis and Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative; Rev. Onryu Laura Kennedy\, Buddhist priest / teacher; Lóre Stevens\, First Universalist Church\, Minneapolis \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nIt is common knowledge that many faith traditions offer wisdom about humans’ relationship with the earth\, but what are the specifics?  For example\, what does Hinduism teach\, and how might that be different from Jewish wisdom?  How does Buddhism guide its followers about nature? Is Christian teaching about the earth different from its cultural U.S. practice? Join us for a rich time of sharing\, discussion\, and insight. \nMore about our panelists: \nRev. Onryu Laura Kennedy (she/her) is a white\, converted Buddhist settler on Dakota and Anishinabee homelands committed to untangling the karma of genocide by engaging her Buddhist practice. She has received transmission in both the  Katagiri Roshi’s and Uchiyama Roshi’s Soto Zen lineage. From 2010-2021 she was one of the leaders at Clouds in Water Zen Center.  In spring of 2020 she was the shuso (leading monk for the practice period) for the practice period at Toshoji International Zen Center.  She has completed a year long Engaged Buddhist training at Upaya Zen Center\, and her application for being a recognized zen teacher in Japan has been accepted. She has an MA in Counseling Psychology and has worked on behalf of children and families for over 22 years. \nRabbi Ricky Kamil (he/him) works on the congregational organizing team serving the western suburbs for Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. He understands housing is a right and is always guided by the idea of Tikkun Olam repairing the world. Ricky also works at Temple Israel of Minneapolis\, organizing their justice issues such as the sustainability task force\, which has done great work in the congregation and larger community. Ricky is married to the wonderful Rabbi\, Rebecca\, who works as a chaplain. Together they have an adorable child\, Matan\, and a very fluffy dog named Feivel. Ricky loves to be outside even when it’s cold. \nPatyon Hoegh (he/him) is a postulant in the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and holds a Master’s of Divinity from the Claremont School of Theology. He works as Spiritual Communities Director for the Center for Spirituality in Nature\, a non-profit that provides opportunities for deepening spirituality through nature while nurturing loving relationships with Earth. A member of the Bishop’s Commission on Climate Change\, Payton advocates for intentional balance of spiritual reflection\, mindfulness\, and engagement to renew\, inspire\, and enrich activism responding to God’s call to care for and nurture reciprocal relationship with Earth.  He lives with his wife\, Jazmin\, and cat\, Zooey\, in a tiny home on the outskirts of the Angeles National Forest.” \nPrasad Bastodkar (he/him) grew up in India and moved to the United States in early 2000. He has lived in Minnesota for most of his life. He is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon by profession. He volunteers at the Hindu Society of Minnesota and leads their Guided Temple Visits. As a practicing Hindu he loves to volunteer at outreach events such as these to discuss what it means to be a Hindu. \nLóre Stevens (rhymes with ‘story’\, she/her) is the current ministerial intern at First Universalist Church in Minneapolis\, finishing her last stage of training in pursuit of ordination. She has worked at the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee. She served on the Board of the Church of the Larger Fellowship. She was honored to be published in UU World\, the magazine of the UUA\, on the topic of Food Faith. Lóre is from Tennessee and currently identifies as a bisexual\, biracial\, atheist\, cisgender woman. She enjoys science-fiction\, illustrated journaling\, and her two cats!
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/faith-leaders-on-earth-a-multi-faith-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Connector Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buff Grace":MAILTO:buff@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T124520
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SUMMARY:Paving the Way to Justice 40
DESCRIPTION:MNIPL is excited to sponsor Paving the Way to Justice 40: Minnesota’s Diverse Voices Forging Equitable Participation in the Future of Clean Energy Forum. \nOn Monday\, June 5\, Minnesota’s Environmental Justice advocates are coming together to chart a course forward for full\, equitable participation of our state’s Indigenous and BIPOC communities in the rapidly unfolding clean energy revolution. \nNew Federal investments and State policies have launched an era of investment in clean energy infrastructure\, electrification\, and decarbonization that will be breathtaking in its scope and speed of advancement. \nJoin us at Metro State University in St. Paul to learn about these new opportunities and network with the experts shaping these initiatives! \nClick here for the event schedule and to register!\n\nSpeakers/Presenters\nOur Conveners are Senator Tou Xiong\, Representative Athena Hollins\, and Representative Fue Lee. Our Lead Speaker is Brenda Cassillius\, new Executive Director of Fresh Energy Minnesota. \nKey presenters include: \n\nDr. Pete Wyckoff\, Assistant Commissioner of Federal and State Initiatives at the Department of Commerce\nNicki Leingang\, Constituent Services Director\, US Representative Ilhan Omar’s Office\nGabriel Chan\, Lead Faculty University of Minnesota Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center\nJose Perez\, Hispanics in Energy\nNazir Khan\, Campaign Director\, Environmental Justice Table\nJuventino Meza\, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light\nEmilia Avalos\, Unidos Minnesota\nPouya Najmaie\, Cooperative Energy Futures\nand more!\n\nThe lunch program will recognize leaders who have significantly contributed to advancing Minnesota’s environmental justice/clean energy policy this year. Lunch is sponsored by the McKnight Foundation. \nSponsors\nFunds raised from all sponsors will go to the MNIPL Diverse Communities Outreach Fund. Special thanks to: \n\nCitizens Utility Board (CUB)\nFresh Energy\nMinnesota Interfaith Power & Light\nHispanics in Energy\nPTR Associates\, LLC\nMcKnight Foundation\nMinnesota’s Climate & Environmental Justice Team\nCommunity Power\nUnidos MN\nMetro State University\n\nClick here to become a sponsor. We’d love to add your organization’s name to the list!
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/paving-the-way-to-justice-40/
LOCATION:Metro State University\, 700 7th St E\, St Paul\, MN\, 55106
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ORGANIZER;CN="Juventino Meza":MAILTO:juventino@mnipl.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230605
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SUMMARY:Gathering at the Headwaters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 6th annual Gathering at Mississippi’s Headwaters. Be with people of faith and conscience as we affirm Indigenous sovereignty and nurture connections with our land\, water\, and all living creatures. Come away invigorated by the real change we are creating\, and the multitude of ways we honor and respect one another and the Earth. \nThis event will be held in conjunction with a Fire Light Mississippi Reunion commemorating the Treaty People Gathering and the beginning of the Fire Light encampment. \nThe host organizations for this gathering are Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light\, RISE Coalition\, and Honor the Earth. \nREGISTRATION BELOW!\nSchedule:\nOur “home base” for this family-friendly gathering is the Lake Ozawindib Group Center at Itasca State Park. We will have opportunities in the surrounding area to be in community as we offer prayers by the waters\, sing and hear good music\, share stories from the Line 3 resistance movement\, learn what’s still in jeopardy\, and connect with nature and one another. \nBelow is a general outline of the weekend. Join us for part of a day or the whole weekend! \n\nFriday\, June 2:  Arrival; the Ozawindib camp opens at 5:00 pm\nSaturday\, June 3:  Time at the Fire Light Mississippi camp; lunch and activities at LaSalle Lake State Recreation Area; guided nature walk; dip in Lake La Salle; singing and unity activities; optional visit to the IEN Teaching Garden in Bemidji; evening community meal catered by Josie’s Family Fry Bread; readings from the new Line 3 Anthology; music with Sunni Leilani\nSunday\, June 4:  Multifaith prayer circle at the Headwaters\, 11:00 am; box lunches provided; departure\n\nCost:\nAll are welcome! We do not want finances to be a barrier\, so please register and come whether or not you can donate. For those who can financially support this event\, please make a suggested donation of $75-$250 per person. \nThe host organizations are providing most meals\, tent lodging\, the group campsite\, and activities. Your gift helps us cover the costs involved in this event and ensures it can be financially accessible to all. Donations can be made online or in person at the camp. \nLodging:\nAll participants are responsible for making their own accommodations. Our home base at the Ozawindib campsite has options for tent camping or camping in your vehicle at no additional cost. \nThe organizers of the Fire Light reunion also invite you to camp with them in the ditch where the encampment was named along Mississippi. This is located about 8 miles from Itasca. \nCabins\, suites\, and rooms may also be available to rent in the Itasca State Park or the La Salle Lake State Recreation Area. Make a reservation directly through the DNR. You can also search for hotels\, motels\, or private rentals in the area. \nFood:\nLight dinner/snacks on Friday night\, Saturday’s picnic lunch\, the Saturday evening community meal\, and lunch at the Headwaters will be provided to all attendees. If you will be staying at the Ozawindib group campsite\, breakfast will be provided both Saturday and Sunday. We will strive to offer vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free options in addition to meat. \n\nREGISTRATION:
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/2023-headwaters-gathering/
LOCATION:Itasca State Park\, Park Rapids\, MN
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SUMMARY:Songs Are Seeds: An Earth Day Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Songs Are Seeds: An Earth Day Benefit Concert! Together we will celebrate our movement and affirm our shared commitment to the work of climate justice. Come for the sweetness of connection\, the joy of good music\, and the pleasure of yummy food and beverages. \nMeet in person at First Universalist Church in Minneapolis or join online from wherever you may be. \nSchedule:\n\nGather:  2:30-3:00pm\nMusic and Program:  3:00-4:30pm (will be livestreamed!)\nReception with snacks and beverages:  4:30-5:00pm\n\nAll are welcome! Invite your family\, friends\, comrades\, colleagues\, lovers\, buddies\, co-conspirators\, and movement makers. We enthusiastically encourage you to bring children and babies. \nFeaturing music by singer-songwriter and beloved community bard\, MJ Gilbert; a performance by Wild Voice Chorus; a special welcome from Jim Bear Jacobs (Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation); and other surprise guests! \nTickets/RSVP:\nTickets are available at a sliding scale from $18-$108 per person. Your financial gift directly supports MNIPL’s climate justice work\, so please choose a ticket level that is meaningful\, generous\, and accessible. If you would like to attend and are not able to purchase a ticket\, please email liz@mnipl.org to be added to the guest list. \nBUY TICKETS HERE\n\nCan’t make it to the concert? Please consider making a gift to support MNIPL’s work! Click here to donate today. \n\nInterested in becoming a co-sponsor? Email Liz Loeb at liz@mnipl.org. \nEncourage members of your community to attend! Download this flyer to print and display in your building. \nMusicians:\n \nMJ Gilbert\nMusic lives in MJ Gilbert down to the atomic level. It has saved her life multiple times\, and she seeks to pass that favor on through her singing and playing. She performs on guitar and Irish Bouzouki\, and sings proudly through the lens of her lived experience as a transwoman. \nMJ performs a wide-ranging repertoire of curated and embodied music\, with inspiration ranging from the Decemberists to Bon Iver to Ezra Furman to Celtic folks music\, along with the occasional original song. She is also deeply connected to the music of her Jewish culture\, embodying music from Eastern Europe to Morocco and Yemen\, and to the United States. \nProfessionally\, MJ has been a social worker and social work educator for the last 32 years\, and has sought to bring music into her practice as a way to create connections of heart and spirit. MJ’s singing is guaranteed to give you the feels. \nWild Voice Chorus\n \nWild Voice Chorus is a community choir for folks who love to sing in harmony. Led by Sarina Partridge\, Wild Voice sings music from many harmony traditions\, which Sarina has studied with master teachers and tradition bearers around the world—Bulgarian\, Georgian\, Yiddish\, South African\, Corsican\, Shapenote\, and original songs. \nWild Voice is a community built around the enlivening power of raising our voices together! \n\nThank you to our event sponsors!\n \n           Abbie Schain \n 
URL:https://www.mnipl.org/event/songs-are-seeds-earth-day-benefit-concert/
LOCATION:First Universalist Church of Minneapolis\, 3400 Dupont Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55408\, United States
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