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NorCal Bulletin 2010-03-12

 

Northern California ADPSR Newsletter
12 March 2010
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The Northern California ADPSR Newsletter is sent weekly to members and friends of ADPSR. This newsletter is also found at our website, http://adpsr.org/nor-cal/norcal-bulletin-2010-03-12
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ADPSR NEWS
ADPSR is now accepting nominations for our 2010 Lewis Mumford Awards.
Call for Nominations - Deadline March 31, 2010
 
Through the Mumford Awards, ADPSR recognizes outstanding efforts and achievements in the categories of Peace, Environment, and Development. Since 1992, we have given 54 awards over 18 years to individuals and organizations that exemplify our goals of disarmament, preservation of the natural and built environment, and socially responsible development.
 
The National Board requests your assistance in nominations for the 2010 Lewis Mumford Awards.  Lewis Mumford's writings continue to inspire and remind us that architecture, design, and planning, must respond to human needs, harmonize with its surroundings, and reflect the aspirations and social context of our civilization.
 
The Awards Ceremony will be on Saturday, June 19, 2010, in Berkeley, California.  The deadlines for nominations is March 31st, 2010, and the winners will be announced approximately April 20, 2010.
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TOWARD A JUST METROPOLIS:
From Crises to Possibilities
June 16-20, 2010 Conference San Francisco Bay Area
Call for Proposals - Deadline extended to March 15, 2010
Presentations, Posters and Workshops
Classroom-based sessions, which will occur on Friday, June 18th and Saturday, June 19th, are the primary way for organizations and individuals to showcase their work, workshop new ideas, and network with others invested in similar areas of work. The call below is designed to stimulate and help you format your proposal, but the most important thing is to send us your ideas! Don't hesitate to email workshops@justmetropolis.org with questions. Visit www.justmetropolis.org for more information
 
In this issue:
ADPSR NEWS
2010 Lewis Mumford Awards
Just Metropolis Conference Now Accepting Papers
ADPSR NORCAL EVENTS
The Science of Building Green: Materials, Energy, Health March 16, 2010, San Francisco
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Water Conservation Showcase
March 23, San Francisco
CMFNH Multi-Family Free Training Series Announced
2010 SPRING CASBA CONFERENCE, April 9-11
Exhibit at the 2010 Bay-Friendly Landscape Conference
Permaculture & Eco-Village Design Course - June 17- July 3, 2010 - N. CA
News and Information
March News from New Village Press
EMPLOYMENT
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HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES
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FURTHER THINKING
fog
ADPSR NORCAL EVENTS
ADPSR Monthly Presentation
The Science of Building Green: Materials, Energy, and Health
March 16, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
AIA San Francisco 130 Sutter Street, 6th Floor
$10 donation, no one turned away for lack of funds
 
Co-Sponsored by the Ecological Building Network (www.ecobuildnetwork.org)
 
Architects, Designers, and Builders face an enormous array of decisions. Yet most of these are based on incomplete information about the physics that will actually happen to the building. On March 16 join a panel of experts for a presentation and in-depth discussion of what is really going on in our buildings – how energy flows, how buildings fail (and how to avoid that), and how they can contribute or injure human well-being and the health of our environment.
 
The discussion will be led by John F. Straube, Ph.D., P.Eng. John is a specialist building science engineer who has been deeply involved in the areas of building enclosure design, moisture physics, and whole building performance as a consultant, researcher, and educator. 
 
Other panelists include Bruce King, Ecological Building Network, and others to be determined

$10.00 donation, no one turned away for lack of funds.
RSVP: lecture@adpsr-norcal.org or pre-register through Brown Paper Tickets https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/101816
FURTHER THINKING
fog
Janice Lobo Sapigao is a new intern with New Village Press. She is a blogger, writer, poet, playwright and all-around arts enthusiast. She recently graduated from the University of California, San Diego and is working on a manuscript for her first book of poetry, short stories and writings. She is looking forward to a lively career in community building through literary arts, no matter what, by any means necessary.
Janice's latest work reminds us bliss is not always found in sunshine.
fog
today reminded me
that i was alive
indeed breathing
grey matter
before sunshine
whole enough to
see right thru
permanently printed
snapshots
for memory
a dissolving
sense of self
grabbing for earth
to stay grounded
dissipating tint
touching land
resting on
dirt shoulders
this emptiness
will clear
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Water Conservation Showcase
March 23, San Francisco
 
Northern California's only water conference that brings together research, technology, policy, and consumers.
 
Explore cutting edge water-conserving technology and strategies through expert-led presentations and exhibits.  Learn about the financial incentives and rebates available in your area from Bay Area water districts.  Engage in cross industry dialogue with government agencies, private and non-profit organizations, and consumers.
 
This is a free event, visit www.usgbc-ncc.org/waterconservationshowcase for more information.
Pacific Energy Center 851 Howard St San Francisco, CA 94103
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CMFNH Multi-Family Free Training Series Announced
 
California Multi-Family New Homes (CMFNH) would like to invite you to the following Multi-Family Residential New Construction Training Series presented by the CMFNH team and sponsored by the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). To register, click here.
 
Introduction: California Multi-Family New Homes Webinar
2010 marks the start of a new program cycle for California's utilities. This webinar will highlight one of these programs, PG&E California Multi-Family New Homes (CMFNH). We will discuss the new incentive structure and other program changes.
Wednesday Webinar, March 31, 2010
Tuesday Webinar, June 22, 2010
 
Intermediate: Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Training
The Intermediate Training builds on the previous ‘comprehensive trainings’ given during 2006-2009 program cycles to all sectors of the multi-family building and design industry. The session will begin with an overview of the 2008 Title 24 code and general energy efficiency concepts relating to multi-family buildings, followed by specific building energy efficiency measures, case studies, and strategies for exceeding Title 24.
San Francisco: Monday, April 19, 2010
West Sacramento: Wednesday, July 14, 2010
 
Advanced: Multi-Family Building Simulation Training
The Advanced Training is designed for energy consultants, HERS raters, mechanical engineers, and other industry professionals actively modeling multi-family buildings using EnergyPro.  Prior experience with Title 24 documentation and use of EnergyPro software is required.  This workshop will not cover basics in the use of EnergyPro. Participants are required to bring their own laptops with the latest version of EnergyPro software installed.
San Ramon: Wednesday, May 19, 2010
 
For registration and complete training descriptions and registration, please visit our http://www.h-m-g.com/multifamily/CMFNH/default.htm or contact Serena Schlaile at 916-962-7001 or schlaile@h-m-g.com.
Please do not hesitate to forward this on to others who may be interested in these presentations; these trainings are open to the public.
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2010 SPRING CASBA CONFERENCE, April 9-11
 
The CASBA Spring Conference is scheduled for April 9-11, 2010 at the Rancho El Chorro Education Center just outside San Luis Obispo.
 
Keynote Speaker is CAROL VENOLIA, architect and green design trailblazer.
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Exhibit at the 2010 Bay-Friendly Landscape Conference
The Bay-Friendly Landscaping & Gardening Coalition is pleased to announce the 2nd  http://www.bayfriendlycoalition.org/2010Conference.shtml Bay-Friendly Landscape Conference to be held on Friday, September 17, 2010 at  http://www.cathedraleventcenter.com/map.htm The Event Center at Saint Mary's Cathedral in San Francisco. Our theme for this year's conference is: "Transforming Urban Landscapes to Protect Our Water Resources."
 
We encourage your company or organization to apply today to be an exhibitor! Space is limited.
Deadline for exhibitor applications: May 3, 2010
 
Visit http://www.bayfriendlycoalition.org/Exhibitor.shtml for complete information. Sponsorship and advertising opportunities are also available.
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Permaculture & Eco-Village Design Course - June 17- July 3, 2010 - N. CA
 
2nd Annual Permaculture Design Certification Course: Creating an Eco-Village From the Earth Up
June 17- July 3, 2010
Mendocino County, Northern California at the newly forming Laytonville Ecovillage
 
Register soon to receive the early Bird Discount pricing, which ends on Spring Equinox - March 20.
 
Including
PERMACULTURE & ECO-VILLAGE DESIGN INTEGRATIVE ECO-SOCIAL CURRICULUM SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS, COMMUNITY BUILDING SOCIAL PERMACULTURE HANDS-ON ACTION LEARNING DESIGN TOOLS & MUCH MORE
 
 Instructors & Facilitators
John Valenzuela, Sage Mata, Jay Ma, Max Meyers, Dan Antonioli, Alison Pernell, Devin Stubblefield, & More
 Course Description
A holistic approach to sustainable development begins with land use and community design. This is a two week intensive Permaculture Design Certification Course that will be hosted on the beautiful site of the newly forming Laytonville Ecovillage in Mendocino county of Northern California. This course will immerse participants in the design system of Permaculture to create and maximize the beneficial relationships between our natural resources, our daily needs, and the regeneration the Earth. The course will integrate the theory of sustainable living with social permaculture through hands-on, real experience. Course participants will experience living in community and contributing to the design and development of a real Eco-Village project lead by an amazing cast of teachers and special guests in a fun and supportive community learning environment.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Permaculture Design Certificate. Design Certification is applicable towards Gaia University Degree Programs. Orientations being held in Ashland, OR, August 17-25 2009.
 
More Information
 
Tuition & Registration Course Tuition is $1500 U.S. dollars Includes instruction, basic camping accommodations, and 3 delicious, nutritious meals a day for the duration of the course.
Early Bird Discount! Ends Spring Equinox - March 20 Register before Spring Equinox Equinox  (March 20) and receive over $250 off course tuition. Register Now
 
News and Information
March News from New Village Press
 
New Village Press is the publishing project of ADPSR. Paid ADPSR members receive discounts on all New Village Press books. More information can be found at http://www.newvillagepress.net/
 
Dear Friends of New Village,
We know its a little late to be wishing you a Happy Valentines Day, and we hope it caught you by surprise! Here at New Village, in honor of our brand new book By Heart, Poetry Prison and Two Lives, we're celebrating the passion inspired at unexpected times and places!
 
San Quentin State Prison is an unlikely scene of deep friendship and poetic magic for the co-authors of By Heart, Judith Tannenbaum and Spoon Jackson. This April, we are thrilled to bring you their two-person memoir of creative blossoming within the confines of a prison classroom, to remind you, dear readers, that you'll never know when and how your own hearts will be moved...
 
Read on for all the happenings at New Village this Month-including details of Judith's upcoming nation-wide book tour and special online discounts for books ordered this month!
 
By Heart Poetry, Prison, and Two Lives Judith Tannenbaum, Spoon Jackson 
http://www.newvillagepress.net/book/?GCOI=97660100959910
A two-person memoir that explores education, prison, possibility, and which children our world nurtures and which it shuns. At the book's core are two stories that speak up for human imagination, spirit, and the power of art. 2010, Paperback $20.00 
Our new Director of Marketing and Publicity, Julie Miller, had this to say about By Heart: "This is an amazing memoir-one that truly exemplifies how people from two completely different worlds can work together to create beauty, respect, and hope in the ugliest and bleakest of places."
Judith Tannenbaum will launch a book tour beginning April 8th and will conduct readings and signings at the following bookstores throughout the country:
Thursday April 8, 2010 7 PM Diesel, a Bookstore 5433 College Avenue, Oakland, CA
Sunday April 11, 2010 4 PM Booksmith 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA
Wednesday April 14, 2010  7:30 PM Tattered Cover Book Store 1628 16th Street, Denver, CO 
Thursday May 13, 2010 7 PM Diesel, A Bookstore in Brentwood, Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., Santa Monica, CA
Wednesday August 4, 2010 6 PM Sacramento Poetry Center @ Central Library 828 I Street, Sacramento, CA
 
Co-Housing offered at a discount!
Co-Housing A Contemporary Approach to Housing Ourselves
Charles Durrett, Kathryn McCamant New Village would like to offer our beloved New Village fans a special discount for the book CoHousing, A Contemporary Approach to Housing Ourselves when you purchase it on our website.
Visit http://www.newvillagepress.net/book/?GCOI=97660100455820 for full discount details. Co-Housing authors Charles Durett and Kathryn McCamant share a special place in our hearts at New Village-they designed the very walls we work in! New Village Press is proud to be located in a community housing venture that embodies the values we believe in. Take advantage of the special discount to peruse this innovative book.
 
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