Region One Events: Northern Virginia and DC Metro Area

MAY 2009

May 27-30, 2009
Global Green International Trade Show and Convention. Ontario, CA. The Trade Show breaks new ground with workshops and conferences, bringing various entities together in the fight to improve our environment. We are inviting educators, consumers, government representatives and other groups to interact and work toward a positive change. For more information: http://sipglobal.org/tradeshow/index.html.

May 30, 2009
ACE Storm Drain Marking Blitz. Arlington, VA. Sponsored by Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment. For this project, we're applying storm drain decals with a "Don't Dump" message which serve as reminder that not only is dumping materials into our drains illegal, it impacts the water quality in our local streams and the Chesapeake Bay. For more information: www.arlingtonenvironment.org/

JUNE 2009

June 4, 2009
Affordable Green Building: Improving Property Performance Through Green Retrofits. Washington, DC. Industry experts will explore how green retrofit methods can increase existing property performance and value while reducing overhead cost for owners and residents. For more information: www.cnhed.org/shared/layouts/singleblock.jsp?_event=view&_id=120130_U127242__185492

June 6, 2009
Building a Green, Clean Energy Future in Northern Virginia: Tools for Change Workshop. Arlington, VA. For more information: www.chesapeakeclimate.org/NOVAclimate

June 7, 2009
Green Home and Garden Tour. Arlington, VA Take part in this tour to see homes with solar elements, green roofs, recycled materials, and energy efficient technologies. Some homes will feature gardens full of native plants, raingardens, rain barrels and cisterns, permeable pavement, wildlife habitat, and other environmentally friendly features. For more information: www.arlingtonenvironment.org

June 14, 2009
Community Green. Alexandria, VA. First Annual Community Green presented by the American Horticultural Society. This new tradition will focus on gardening, the environment, and the important role nature plays in our daily lives. There will be something for everyone including interactive exhibits, demonstrations, lectures, food, and music! For more information: www.ahs.org/river_farm/09/community_green.htm

June 16, 2009
Gaithersburg Green Drinks. Gaithersburg, VA. Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month at Growlers (227 East Diamond Ave. Gaithersburg, VA) and network with other people who work in the environmental field. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. For more information: bsrinivasagam@dva-arch.com.

June 18, 2009
NOVA Green Drinks. Fairfax, VA. Once a month, people around the world that work in the environmental field or are interested in the environment, meet up for happy hour at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. It is an opportunity for the local sustainability community to socialize, network, and learn from one another. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there's always a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic, self-organizing network. Join us from 6-8 pm. At Auld Shebeen Irish Pub, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA. For more information: http://novagreendrinks.com/.

June 20, 2009
2009 Piedmont Alternative Energy & Electric Vehicle Expo. Warrenton, VA. Sponsored by the Rappohannock League for Environmental Protection. For more information: www.rlep.org

June 24, 2009
Greening Your Small Business. Arlington, VA. Operating a green business is not only good for the environment but good for your business's bottom line. Come to this seminar to learn how Fresh AIRE (Arlington Initiative to Reduce Emissions) can help you add value to your business through a variety of green measures. This seminar will also feature Arlington-based small businesses that have reduced their environmental footprint and achieved savings. For more information: droseboro@arlington.va.us

June 24, 2009
Green Roof Design and Installation 201. Washington, DC. An immensely practical course that provides participants with in-depth information on the multitude of green roof implementation issues from first client meetings through scheduling, insurance and permit issues, site analysis, construction considerations and more. For more information:. www.greenroofs.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=118&Itemid=81.

JULY 2009

July 16, 2009
NOVA Green Drinks. Fairfax, VA. Once a month, people around the world that work in the environmental field or are interested in the environment, meet up for happy hour at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. It is an opportunity for the local sustainability community to socialize, network, and learn from one another. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there's always a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic, self-organizing network. Join us from 6-8 pm. At Auld Shebeen Irish Pub, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA. For more information: http://novagreendrinks.com/.

July 21, 2009
Gaithersburg Green Drinks. Gaithersburg, VA. Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month at Growlers (227 East Diamond Ave. Gaithersburg, VA) and network with other people who work in the environmental field. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. For more information: bsrinivasagam@dva-arch.com.

AUGUST 2009

August 18, 2009
Gaithersburg Green Drinks. Gaithersburg, VA. Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month at Growlers (227 East Diamond Ave. Gaithersburg, VA) and network with other people who work in the environmental field. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. For more information: bsrinivasagam@dva-arch.com.

August 20, 2009
NOVA Green Drink. Fairfax, VA. Once a month, people around the world that work in the environmental field or are interested in the environment, meet up for happy hour at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. It is an opportunity for the local sustainability community to socialize, network, and learn from one another. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there's always a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic, self-organizing network. Join us from 6-8 pm. At Auld Shebeen Irish Pub, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA. For more information: http://novagreendrinks.com/.

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Region Two Events: Valley

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Region Three Events: Mountain

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Region Four Events: Central

JUNE 2009

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June 1, 2009
LEED v 2.2 Exam Study Slam. Ashland, VA. This Study Slam will give you tips, tools and strategies for exam preparation for the LEED AP for New Construction exam. Due to expected high demand and limited spots, you are urged to reserve a spot as soon as possible. This workshop, sponsored by Trane. Don't risk coming to your exam unprepared! For more information: www.netforumondemand.com/eWeb/DynamicPage.aspx?Site=jrgbc&WebCode=EventList

June 11, 2009
Eco-Building Tour: VCU Rice Center. Richmond, VA. Sponsored by JRGBC. For more information: www.jrgbc.org

June 18, 2009
Richmond Green Drinks. Richmond, VA. A simple and unstructured event where people interested in sustainability can get together to meet others, network, talk shop, learn something new, share something innovative or maybe even find a job! When you arrive, there will be someone to welcome you and have you fill out a name tag. It's a great time to chat with people you know as well as make new acquaintances. Everyone is welcome and is also welcome to invite others. For more information: http://groups.google.com/group/richmondgreendrinks.

June 19-24, 2009
Journey Through Hallowed Ground Tour -- 22nd Annual Bike Virginia. Charlottesville-Culpepper-Orange, VA. For more information: www.bikewalkvirginia.org.

June 25, 2009
Fredericksburg Green Drinks. Fredericksburg, VA. Welcome to Fredericksburg Green Drinks! We're just a bunch of easy-going, eco-minded folks who like to chat green over a beer or glass of wine. And we'd like for you to join us! Be there at 6:00 PM on the last Thursday of each month -- location rotates around favorite local watering holes, so stay tuned for the next venue. For more information: http://groups.google.com/group/fredgreendrinks.

JULY 2009

July 16, 2009
Richmond Green Drinks. Richmond, VA. A simple and unstructured event where people interested in sustainability can get together to meet others, network, talk shop, learn something new, share something innovative or maybe even find a job! When you arrive, there will be someone to welcome you and have you fill out a name tag. It's a great time to chat with people you know as well as make new acquaintances. Everyone is welcome and is also welcome to invite others. For more information: http://groups.google.com/group/richmondgreendrinks.

July 22, 2009
LEED for General Contractors/Construction Managers. Ashland, VA Presented by the USGBC. This course is designed to help you understand LEED as it relates to your project role, with a focus on technical requirements. For more information: email workshop@usgbc.org or call 800-795-1747.

July 23, 2009
Fredericksburg Green Drinks. Fredericksburg, VA. Welcome to Fredericksburg Green Drinks! We're just a bunch of easy-going, eco-minded folks who like to chat green over a beer or glass of wine. And we'd like for you to join us! Be there at 6:00 PM on the last Thursday of each month -- location rotates around favorite local watering holes, so stay tuned for the next venue. For more information: http://groups.google.com/group/fredgreendrinks.

July 24, 2009
An Introduction to Valuing Green Buildings. Richmond, VA. Year by year our nation grows more conscious of the environment and alternative means of energy and with this cognizance comes an increase in the construction of green buildings. Get the latest information on a market expected to value between $19 billion and $38 billion by 2010. In "Introduction to Valuing Green Building," students will explore cost-benefit analysis, analyze the relevance of green features in the market, evaluate construction costs, and become familiar with design principles. Discover how green buildings are valued for investment purposes as you discuss case studies of recently completed commercial properties. For more information: www.appraisalinstitute.org/education/more_info.aspx?id=12499.

AUGUST 2009

August 20, 2009
Richmond Green Drinks. Richmond, VA. A simple and unstructured event where people interested in sustainability can get together to meet others, network, talk shop, learn something new, share something innovative or maybe even find a job! When you arrive, there will be someone to welcome you and have you fill out a name tag. It's a great time to chat with people you know as well as make new acquaintances. Everyone is welcome and is also welcome to invite others. For more information: http://groups.google.com/group/richmondgreendrinks.

August 27, 2009
Fredericksburg Green Drinks. Fredericksburg, VA. Welcome to Fredericksburg Green Drinks! We're just a bunch of easy-going, eco-minded folks who like to chat green over a beer or glass of wine. And we'd like for you to join us! Be there at 6:00 PM on the last Thursday of each month -- location rotates around favorite local watering holes, so stay tuned for the next venue. For more information: http://groups.google.com/group/fredgreendrinks.

SEPTEMBER 2009

September 23-24, 2009
Construction Expo. Richmond. VA. This year's show highlights: New Alternative Energy; Green Building; Underground Contracting; High-Tech Manufacturing Plants. For more information: www.constructionexpo.com

OCTOBER 2009

October 8-11, 2009
MARC '09 Sustaining Mr. Jefferson's Legacy: Designing For The Future. Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference for the Construction Specifications Institute. Charlottesville, VA. For more information: www.MARC09.com

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Region Five Events: Coast

JUNE 2009

June 18, 2009
Hampton Roads Green Drinks. Virginia Beach, VA. Held at Croc's 19th Street Bistro 620 19th Street, VA Beach 23451 For more information: www.hrgbc.org/events.htm.

JULY 2009

July 16, 2009
Hampton Roads Green Drinks. Virginia Beach, VA. Held at Croc's 19th Street Bistro 620 19th Street, VA Beach 23451 For more information: www.hrgbc.org/events.htm.

AUGUST 2009

August 20, 2009
Hampton Roads Green Drinks. Virginia Beach, VA. Held at Croc's 19th Street Bistro 620 19th Street, VA Beach 23451 For more information: www.hrgbc.org/events.htm.

NOVEMBER 2009

November 18-20, 2009
Governor's Housing Conference 2009. Norfolk, VA. Virginia's largest and most comprehensive affordable housing event of the year. For more information: www.vagovernorshousingconference.com

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Region One Case Studies: Northern Virginia and DC Metro Area

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