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BOOK of the MONTH
Material Change: Design Thinking and the Social Entrepreneurship Movement
by Eve Blossom
Material Change shows that there is something going on in design-something powerful. Design can change the world. This new way of thinking is revolutionizing the business of design and the design of business. Material Change is the story of trained architect and entrepreneur Eve Blossom, who built her design business, Lulan Artisans, on a framework of ecological, economic, social, communal and cultural sustainability.
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RECURRING EVENTS
(events change, things change, please confirm first)
1st Tuesdays:
SF Green Drinks
5:30 - 9:30 pm
COST: Free
LOCATION: 111 Minna Gallery, 111 Minna Street
INFO: http://sfgreendrinks.org
1st Thursdays:
PRSA First Thursdays
Monthly Networking for Public Relations and Business Professionals
6pm
Fee: No Charge, No-host bar, RSVPs encouraged.
XYZ Bar in the W Hotel
Third and Howard Streets
Valet parking available.
RSVP: www.prsasf.org
1st Fridays:
Sustainable Business Alliance Networking Lunch
Alternates between Oakland and Berkeley, features a speaker and group introductions.
Network with others committed to building a vibrant East Bay economy. We are a diverse community that benefits from networking, education and partnership opportunities.
INFO: www.sustainablebusinessalliance.org
Silicon Valley Green Drinks
5:30pm
We meet on the FIRST FRIDAY at Eulipia Restaurant & Bar; South FIRST FRIDAYS art walk starts at 8:00 pm
LOCATION: 374 S First St, San Jose
COST: free (no host bar)
INFO: http://www.greendrinks.org/CA/Silicon%20Valley
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=60070606453
2nd Tuesdays:
Sustainable Business Alliance Evening Program
Alternates between speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and green speed networking events. SBA is a membership organization of Bay Area businesses committed to environmentally and socially responsible practices, supporting a just and thriving green economy.
INFO: www.sustainablebusinessalliance.org
2nd Thursdays:
Sustainable Business Happy Hour - San Francisco
INFO: groups.yahoo.com/group/SustainableBusinessHappyHourSF/
2nd Thursdays:
12:00am to 1:15pm
Peer 2 Peer: The Leads Group for SVASE Members
Mark Harter, mharter@pacbell.net
INFO: www.svase.org
3rd Tuesdays:
Golden Gate Business Association (GGBA) Mixer
5:30 to 7 PM
FREE to GGBA Members, $10 for Guests
INFO: www.ggba.com
3rd Wednesdays:
Sustainability Happy Hour - East Bay
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
EAST BAY GREEN DRINKS is a lively monthly gathering for anyone interested in sustainability, including green business, environmental and social causes, architecture and design, organics, renewable energy and more.
LOCATION: check the website for this month's location in Berkeley or Oakland
COST: Free
INFO: http://tinyurl.com/ld5hf
INFO: groups.yahoo.com/group/SustainabilityHappyHourEastBay/cal
3rd Thursdays (typically):
Business After Hours
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Monthly Mixer
Cost is $10 for Chamber members;
$20 for prospective members; $5 additional at the door
INFO: www.sfchamber.com
4th Tuesdays:
EcoTuesday :: The Sustainable Business Leaders Networking Forum
6:30 - 9pm
EcoTuesday is a networking event for sustainable business. Every event features a 20 minute keynote by an industry thought-leader, followed by the hallmark Introduction Circle where all participants have an opportunity to share about their about passion and find like-minded collaborators. Events take place nationwide on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
LOCATION: Check website for the current location this month.
RSVP: www.ecotuesday.com
COST: $5 online, $10 at the door.
INFO: ecotuesday@ecotuesday.com
Last Wednesday of the Month:
7pm
PechaKucha
It's time for the design talent in San Francisco to "See & Be Seen."
Here's the chance for you, designers of all kinds, to tell the world about YOUR big ideas! Break out of those pesky specialities, see what cool things are going on right here in town. Who knows you might just stimulate some cross-discipline collaborations & connections & maybe even get inspired in the process.
LOCATION: 330 Ritch Street
cross street: Brannan & Townsend @ 3rd (SOMA)
COST: Free
INFO: www.pechakucha-sf.com
JANUARY EVENTS
Sunday, January 1, 2012
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012!
Sunday, January 1, 2012
6:30 PM
A Private, Chef's Table Dinner with Slanted Door Head Chef And Sprouts
Slanted Door's Head Chef and Sous-Chef invite you to start the New Year with them at a private, chef's-table dinner. Be dazzled by a Vietnamese feast!
LOCATION: Charles Phan's Slanted Door Prep Kitchen, 3334 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
RSVP: http://www.sproutscookingclub.org/upcoming-events.html
COST: $100 meal suggested donation, $25 wine pairing suggested donation.
INFO: http://www.sproutscookingclub.org/
Email: karen.rogers@sproutscookingclub.org
Phone: 406-270-9819
Wednesday, January 04, 2012
6-9pm
Interactive Dinner: How to Design an EcoCity
Dr. James Caldwell will share the story of working with the policy makers and urban planners of Nansha, China to develop a Green Specification System for the city.
He will compare Nansha with several other eco-city developments in China where he consults and reveal the insights gained from co-organizing and co-hosting a Chinese Mayoral Delegation that came to the Bay Area to compare Eco-City development efforts here with their own in China.
This event is a collaboration between Sustainovation and Silicon Valley Innovation Institute (SVII).
LOCATION: Bay Cafe, Palo Alto Golf Course 1875 Embarcadero Rd Palo Alto, CA 94303
RSVP: http://ecocity.eventbrite.com/
COST: $30 Early Bird /$40 Regular, $15/20 for no-dinner option.
Friday, January 6, 2012
5:00 PM
Abstract Dialogue: Ceramic Sculpture and Clay Monoprints
The Town of Danville presents Abstract Dialogue in its new exhibition. The two artists featured in this exhibition are John Toki & Pamela Stefl Toki.
LOCATION: Village Theatre Art Gallery, 233 Front Street, Danville, CA 94526
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.villagetheatreartgallery.com
Email: recreation@danville.ca.gov
Phone: 925-314-3400
Friday, January 6, 2012
6:00 PM
Solo Show of paintings by Maxine Solomon
Maxine Solomon is featured in a solo show of paintings entitled 'The Space of In Between'. 20 paintings will occupy the main space at ArtHaus Gallery.
LOCATION: ArtHaus Gallery, 411 Brannan St., San Francisco, CA 94107
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://arthaus-sf.com
Email: maxinesolo@yahoo.com
Phone: 650-740-3132
Friday, January 6, 2012
6:00 PM
Nathan Richard Phelps: Inside-out & Through
E6 Gallery is pleased to present Inside-out & Through, a solo show of geometric black and white work by Bay Area artist Nathan Richard Phelps.
LOCATION: Robert Berman / E6 Gallery, 1632 Market Street, Suite B, San Francisco, CA 94102
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://e6gallery.com
Email: e6gallery@anet.net
Phone: 415-558-9975
Friday, January 6, 2012
7:00 PM
Mechanical Voyages
Gallery 1044 launches MECHANICAL VOYAGES A Night of Exploration: Opening Reception, Friday January 6, 2012, 7:00-10:00pm. Running through January 26.
LOCATION: Gallery 1044, 1044 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.gallery1044.com
Email: fred@gallery1044.com
Phone: 415-716-2068
Saturday, January 7, 2012
6:00 PM
'Disrupture' 3 person group show
A collection of multimedia installations by artists C. Ree, Heather Sparks and Jenifer K. Wofford on the unraveling of society's systems.
LOCATION: Ictus Gallery, 1769 15th St., San Francisco, CA 94103
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://ictusgallery.com/
Email: info@ictusgallery.com
Phone: 510-912-0792
January 8, 1935
Elvis Presley's Birthday
Enjoy our holiday card: http://www.organicarchitect.com/holiday
Monday, January 9, 2012
6:30 PM
SVForum Marketing Event: Brand YOU
Award winning consultant Linda Popky, will discuss how to apply proven marketing techniques to your own career situation.
LOCATION: EMC, 2441 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054
RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/SVForum-MarketingSIG
COST: Free to SVForum members; $20.00 for non-members.
INFO: http://www.svforum.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Calendar.eventDetail&eventID=14004
SECOND TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH
Tuesday, January 10th
5pm
AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE)
COTE promotes environmentally sound design and construction through lectures, seminars, tours, and other activities. Presents the leading edge of green design.
LOCATION: AIA San Francisco
130 Sutter Street, 6th Floor, San Francisco
COST: Free
INFO: http://www.aiasf.org
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
4:30 PM
Personable Business Intros & Info
Personable Business Intros & Info Speaker: Clara Chorley Contact: Kristy Rogers 408.288.8484 kristy@KristyRogersConnects.com
LOCATION: Silicon Valley Capital Club, 50 W. San Fernando St. Ste 1700, San Jose, CA 95113
RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2526984278/eorg
COST: $40 pre-registration | $50 day of & at the door.
INFO: http://kristyrogersconnects.com
Email: kristy@kristyrogersconnects.com
Phone: 408-288-8484
Second Tuesday of each Month:
Tuesday January 10th
5:30-7:30 pm
Green Drinks-Tri-Valley-Livermore
What is Green Drinks?
Green Drinks is an informal gathering of green-minded folks mixing it up over a pint or two to network, socialize and learn about the green business movement.
The event is simple and unstructured where many have found employment, made new contacts, shared and developed new ideas, discovered new partnerships as well as made new friends. All are welcome. Just ask, “are you green?”
LOCATION: First Street Ale House, 2086 First St., Livermore, back patio
COST: No Host Bar & Food
INFO: http://tv-greendrinks.org/
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
6:30 PM
Urban Permaculture Design Course in SF
Registration announced for the Winter 2012 session of the Urban PDC in San Francisco. Course begins on January 11th. http://www.upisf.com
LOCATION: 18th & Rhode Island Permaculture Demo Garden, 18th and Rhode Island, San Francisco, CA 94107
RSVP: http://www.upisf.com
COST: $850 with work trade available.
INFO: http://www.upisf.com
Email: registration@upisf.com
Phone: 415-260-6570
SECOND THURSDAY of the MONTH
Thursday January 12th
5:30pm
SF Sustainable Business Happy Hour
(Green Business Drinks)
LOCATION: Elixir Bar on 16th St. @ Guerrero.
INFO: Tiffany@GreenKeyRealEstate.com
INFO: SustainableBusinessHappyHourSF@yahoogroups.com
Thursday, January 12, 2012
7:00 PM
Kevin Danaher: 'How the Green Economy Can Save Humanity from Itself.'
Global Exchange co-founder Dr. Kevin Danaher will talk about using technology to convert work by corporations and the military to a greener process.
LOCATION: Unitarian Universalists of San Mateo, 300 E. Santa Inez, San Mateo, CA 94401
RSVP:
COST: $5 - $10 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of funds.
INFO: http://www.sanmateopeaceaction.org
Email: smpa@sanmateopeaceaction.org
Phone: 650-342-8244
Thursday, January 12, 2012
7:30 PM
Richard Wolff, Problem is Capitalism. Solution is Democracy at Work
Richard Wolff discusses The Problem is Capitalism. The Solution is Democracy at Work, answer questions, and sign book. Hosted by Brian Edwards-Tiekert
LOCATION: First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
RSVP: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/207605
COST: $12 advance, $15 door.
INFO: http://www.kpfa.org
Phone: 510-967-4495
Saturday, January 14, 2012
11:00 AM
Winter Wineland
20th Anniversary Winter Wineland. Jan 14-15, 2012. Presale: Wknd $45, Sunday $35, DD $5. Weekend of: Wknd $55, Sunday $45, DD $5 www.wineroad.com
LOCATION: Multiple winery locations - See website for event details & map as available, 100+ Multiple winery locations, Healdsburg, CA 95448
RSVP: http://www.wineroad.com/events/winter_wineland/1
COST: Weekend $45, Sunday $35, DesignatedDriver $5. At the winery doors the weekend of the event Weekend $55, Sunday $45, Designated Driver $5.
INFO: http://www.wineroad.com/events/winter_wineland/1
Email: info@wineroad.com
Phone: 800-723-6336
Saturday, January 14, 2012
4:00 PM
Reshaped Traditions: Jeung Kang and Jungsan Senim
SLG presents New Korean Painting: Jeung Kang and Jungsan Senim, 2-person exhibit bringing the newest Contemporary Korean Painting to the SF Bay Area.
LOCATION: Sandra Lee Gallery, 251 Post St., Ste. 310, San Francisco, CA 94108
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://sandraleegallery.com
Email: art@sandraleegallery.com
Phone: 415-291-8000
Saturday, January 14, 2012
4:00 PM
Varnish Fine Art presents 'Mind Spring'
'Mind Spring': paintings, installations and silkscreen by Chuck Sperry, Chris Shaw, and Ron Donovan opens with a reception Saturday Jan. 14, 4-7pm.
LOCATION: Varnish Fine Art, 16 Jessie Street, #C120, San Francisco, CA 94105
RSVP: http://varnishfineart.com/
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.varnishfineart.com
Email: q@varnishfineart.com
Phone: 415-433-4400
Saturday, January 14, 2012
6:00 PM
Native American & Spanish Encounters: Now and Then
Descendants of Spanish colonizers and of Ohlone natives in dialogue. Learn and share your thoughts. Led by Prof. Vladimir Guerrero.
LOCATION: Center for History and Community, 2488 Coolidge Ave, Oakland, CA 94601
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.peraltahacienda.org
Email: news@peraltahacienda.org
Phone: 510-532-9142
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
7:30 AM
Bootstrappers Welcomes Tormey To Review 'New Patent Law'
Pete Tormey will review 'The New Patent Law' and its implications on Bootstrappers. Join Other Entrepreneurs Who Eat Problems For Breakfast.
LOCATION: Coco's Restaurant, 1206 Oakmead Parkway, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
RSVP: http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com/
COST: Small fee (~$5) + cost of breakfast + tip.
INFO: http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com
Email: events@skmurphy.com
Phone: 408-252-9676
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
9 am–10:30 pm
Webinar: Daylight control and performance specifications: LEDs and more
Daylighting is the technique of bringing natural light into a space and using it to enhance the space's visual quality as well as energy performance. LEDs are a dynamic new technology with tremendous potential. This webinar will touch on the fundamentals of daylighting and LEDs, as well as the best ways to incorporate them into a single lighting system.
Presenters:
* Scott Schuetter, PE, LEED Green Associate, Energy Engineer, Energy Center of Wisconsin
* Shanna Olson, LC, Electrical Designer, IBC Engineering Services, Inc.
* Holly Blomquist, LEED Green Associate, Lighting Designer, Associate, Harwood Engineering Consultants, Ltd.
* Douglas M. Sauer, PE, Senior Electrical Engineer, IBC Engineering Services, Inc.
COST: Free! This webinar is free to view, $89 to take quiz for credit.
LOCATION: Your Computer
RSVP: http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=453
INFO: 608.238.8276 x114 or rsadler@ecw.org
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
4:00 PM
Personable Business Know-How
Personable Business Know-How...learn skills to get connected, stay connected, and reconnect really well Contact: Kristy Rogers 408.288.8484
LOCATION: Silicon Valley Capital Club, 50 W. San Fernando St. Ste 1700, San Jose, CA 95113
RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2685397095/eorg
COST: $20 pre-registration |$30 day of & at the door.
INFO: http://kristyrogersconnects.com
Email: kristy@kristyrogersconnects.com
Phone: 408-288-8484
FEATURED EVENT:
Wednesday January 18th, 2012
6:00pm-8:30pm
NorCal ADPSR Presents:
European Passive House in the California Context
Okay kWh/SF-YR number crunchers, get ready for European Passive House translated to California shores. The O’Niell Residence, certified in 2010 as California’s First Passive House, features triple glazed windows, R74 roof and R-31 wall insulation, and a Mitsubishi Mr. Slim heat pump backup system in Sonoma. Is this way over the top for coastal California, or an entire new standard for home construction that will soon be taking California’s 16 climate zones by storm? European Passive House is not only gaining traction, it’s almost universally adopted by all European countries as a standard for what is ‘nearly zero energy’ home construction.
Speakers:
* Nabih Tahan, AIA, is an architect based in Berkeley, CA, and Austria, and a founding board member of Passive House CA. After several years living in Austria, Nabih returned to California in 2005 to introduce the Passive House Standard to California in the renovation of his home. As a consultant to the Austrian Trade Commission, Mr. Tahan authored a study describing the opportunities for Austrian companies to introduce their products and systems to the US green building industry. Mr. Tahan has now joined the general contracting firm, CREE Byrhomberg, that specializes in a timber based “system approach” method to designing and building office buildings, schools and residential projects in North America.
* Bronwyn Barry is Director of One Sky Homes, a Silicon Valley Net Zero Energy Home Builder. She is a Certified Passive House Consultant, an Associate AIA member, and serves as the Co-Chair and a founding board member of Passive House California. She will be one of the featured speakers at the International Passive House Conference in 2012, Hannover, Germany.
COST: $8-10 Donation; No one turned away for lack of funds.
LOCATION: AIA San Francisco
130 Sutter Street, 6th Floor
at Kearny
San Francisco (near Montgomery St. BART)
TIX: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/219533
RSVP: lecture@adpsr-norcal.org
Wednesday January 18, 2012
5:30–8pm
Sustainable Business Alliance Post Holiday Party
Jump start 2012 with
Sustainable Business Alliance/Oakland Grown
Members & East Bay Green Drinks at our annual
Come expand the reach of your business — and have fun doing it. Network with other green and sustainable business owners who are committed to building a vibrant local economy in the East Bay in 2012.
LOCATION: Local 123
2049 San Pablo Avenue
(near University Ave.), in Berkeley
COST: It's FREE!
Free Snacks & Bites
by Local 123 until 7 pm
INFO: http://ebgd011812.eventbrite.com/
3rd Wednesday of the Month:
Wednesday January 18th
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sustainability Happy Hour - East Bay
EAST BAY GREEN DRINKS is a lively monthly gathering for anyone interested in sustainability, including green business, environmental and social causes, architecture and design, organics, renewable energy and more.
INFO: http://tinyurl.com/ld5hf
LOCATION: check the website for this month's location in Berkeley or Oakland
INFO: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SustainabilityHappyHourEastBay/
COST: Free
Wednesday January 18, 2012
6 pm
Varian Designs Showroom Opening
We are pleased to announce the opening of Varian Designs' San Francisco showroom and the launch of our new furniture line, the Home Collection.
Party: We hope that you can visit for an evening of fine furniture, food, drink and music. Join us for the celebration and receive a 10 percent discount on orders placed that night, as well as a chance to win one of 15 signed hand drawings.
Space: Located in the Historic Jackson Square District, our 1100 square foot space features 9 of our designs from the Timber, Broen and new Home Collections as well as original art pieces by founder Forest Dickey.
Home Collection: The Home Collection is currently comprised of a dining table, bench, coffee table and chair. The designs of the tables and benches are inspired by classic agrarian harvest style trestle tables and are made from sustainably managed black walnut. Comfortably in a variety of settings, the Home Collection brings contemporary rustic elegance to any space.
Showroom Hours: Open seven days a week from 10 am -7 pm through February.
LOCATION: 540 Jackson St. San Francisco, CA 94117
RSVP: Please RSVP to forest@variandesigns.com
COST: Free
INFO: www.variandesigns.com
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
7:00 PM
LifeLive Opening Reception & Life Drawing
LifeLive artists will be showcasing their skills 'live' in figure drawing sessions right in the gallery.
LOCATION: Arc Studios & Gallery, 1246 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
RSVP:
COST: 0. Free!
INFO: http://www.arc-sf.com/
Email: arcstudiossf@gmail.com
Phone: 415-298-7969
Thursday, January 19, 2012
6:30 PM
Blue Bay Press Exhibit 'Eloquence in Printmaking'
Exhibit includes several styles of printmaking such as etching, monotype, chine colle, and woodblock, on handmade paper, canvas, and other surfaces.
LOCATION: Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA 94566
RSVP:
COST: Donations Appreciated.
INFO: http://www.firehousearts.org
Phone: 925-931-4849
Thursday, January 19, 2012
7:30 PM
DIANE RAVITCH: The Death and Life of the Great American School System
Diane Ravitch will discuss her book, 'The Death and Life of the Great American School System,' answer questions, and sign books
LOCATION: Berkeley Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94709
RSVP: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/215453
COST: $12 advance, $15 door.
INFO: http://www.kpfa.org
Phone: 510-967-4495
Thursday, January 19, 2012
8:00 AM
Clean Technology Conference - Sustainability
The domestic clean technology industry has faced political, financial, regulatory, and competitive challenges. Where is the future headed?
LOCATION: SAP, 3410 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304
RSVP: http://www.svforum.org/clean-tech-conference
COST: Early Bird Discount through Dec. 16: $130 Non-members, $110 members, $60 Platinum Pass; $65 Students Online Price through Jan. 19: $150 Non-members, $130 members, $80 Platinum Pass; $75 Students.
INFO: http://www.svforum.org
Email: info@svforum.org
Phone: 408-414-5950
Friday, January 20, 2012
11:00 AM
Oakland Restaurant Week
Celebrate Oakland Restaurant Week January 20-29, 2012. For ten days, more than two dozen restaurants will offer prix fixe menus at $20, $30 or $40.
LOCATION: Visit Oakland - Restaurants in Oakland
RSVP: http://www.visitoakland.org/restaurantweek
COST: $20, $30 and $40 prix fixe menus will be available.
INFO: http://www.visitoakland.org/restaurantweek
Email: lindsay@visitoakland.org
Phone: 510-839-9000
Saturday, January 21, 2012
10:00 AM
Palo Alto Art Center's Site-specific Installation: Lang's LawnBowls
Palo Alto Art Center presents Lang's LawnBowls, which will be created by the public.
LOCATION: Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301
RSVP: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=28901
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/csd/activities_and_recreation/attractions/art_center/calendar.asp
Email: artcenter@cityofpaloalto.org
Phone: 650-329-2366
Saturday, January 21, 2012
12:00 PM
Cabernet Shootout Challenge: Pit your Palate Against the Wine Pros
You are invited to a unique opportunity to sample and rate the best of the best Cabernets chosen by professional wine judges.
LOCATION: The Winery SF, 200 California Ave. Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA 94130
RSVP: http://cabchallenge.eventbrite.com
COST: $69/$89 includes winemaker panel. 1/2 price Early Bird discount until January 10.
INFO: http://bayareawinesociety.org
Email: info@bayareawinesociety.org
Phone: 707-416-2191
Saturday, January 21, 2012
6:00 PM
JOY : by Artist Byron Spicer
kick off 2012 with JOY, a solo exhibition of works by Byron Spicer, a colorful, happy collection of smiles of all shapes & sizes, which inspires joy.
LOCATION: Market Street Gallery, 1554 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
RSVP:
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.marketstreetgallery.com
Email: newmanstudios2@scbglobal.net
Phone: 415-290-1441
Monday, January 23, 2012
6:00 PM
Regents Lecture: Howard Rheingold, 'Social Media and Peer Learning'
Independent scholar Howard Rheingold lectures on 'Social Media and Peer Learning: From Mediated Pedagogy to Peeragogy'.
LOCATION: Banatao Auditorium, Sutardja Dai Hall, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 94720
RSVP:
COST: Admission is free and open to the public.
INFO: http://bcnm.berkeley.edu
Email: info.bcnm@berkeley.edu
Phone: 510-495-3505
January 24-26, 2012
School & College Building Expo
Orlando, Florida
SCBE has much to offer for architecture professionals, including:
* The Green Schoolhouse Series: A Collaboration for Education: http://bit.ly/vKT4VM
* Keynotes from W. Gardner Campbell and Michael Wesch: http://bit.ly/SCBEKey
* An expo featuring the latest trends, products and solutions from 60+ exhibitors: http://bit.ly/s7HPsX
* Free access to FETC 2012, a content-rich conference on educational technology, co-located with SCBE: http://bit.ly/FETC2012
* The Winter Conference of AIA's Committee on Architecture for Education, a gathering of the most active thought leaders in educational design, held in conjunction with SCBE.
Special discount of friends of organicARCHITECT:
Simply register with discount code CYBR10 at http://bit.ly/SCBE12Reg
LOCATION: Orlando, Florida
INFO: http://bit.ly/SCBE12Reg
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
5:30 PM
The Collection of Online Consumer Data: The Good, The Bad, the Unknown
There is a growing tension between opps vs. desire for privacy with online data. This distinguished roundtable will explore this complex topic.
LOCATION: Parc 55 Wyndham, 55 Cyril Magnin St, San Francisco, CA 94102
RSVP: http://transition.churchillclub.org/eventDetail.jsp?EVT_ID=931
COST: Churchill Club Member $67 | Nonmember: $92.
INFO: http://transition.churchillclub.org/eventDetail.jsp?EVT_ID=931
Email: info@churchillclub.org
Phone: 408-265-0130
Tuesday January 24
6:30pm-9:00pm
EcoTuesday Networking Event
EcoTuesday is a networking event for sustainable business. Every event features a 20-minute keynote by an industry thought-leader, followed by the hallmark “Introduction Circle” where all participants have an opportunity to share about their passion and find like-minded collaborators. Events take place nationwide on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
EcoTuesday, a unique, structured monthly networking event for sustainable business leaders held concurrently in nine cities across the country, will be held this month at the beautiful W Hotel in SF. In 2011, San Francisco was named the Greenest City in North America by Siemens and the Economist Intelligence Unit, learn how this was accomplished with a special behind the scenes discussion from our guest speaker, Johanna Partin, Director of Climate Protection Initiative SF.
Johanna will discuss Sustainability on the local government level
· Carbon Emission Goals-What does the future hold?
· Green Transportation
· SF Composting-Where does our garbage really go?
LOCATION: W Hotel
181 Third Street, San Francisco, CA
The four-diamond W San Francisco hotel has made history by earning the first LEED certification for an existing building belonging to a major hotel brand.
COST: $10 on San Francisco EcoTuesday meetup group, $15 at the door
RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/San-Francisco-EcoTuesday/events/45463732/
INFO: http://www.ecotuesday.com
January 26 - 28, 2012
Macworld | iWorld
LOCATION: Moscone Center in San Francisco
INFO: http://www.macworldiworld.com/
COST: Varies, but free expo passes are available
Thursday, January 26, 2012
10:30 AM
Business Networking in Campbell for Sassy Business Women
Are you a social, smart and Sassy business owner? And we like to put the emphasis on Sassy! www.SassyNetworking.com.
LOCATION: Sassy Dance Studio in Campbell, Dell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
RSVP: http://chrystalbougon.com/Sassy_January_2012.html
COST: $33.00.
INFO: http://chrystalbougon.com/Sassy_January_2012.html
Email: blissconnection@gmail.com
Phone: 408-712-3809
4th Thursday of the month
Thursday January 26th
12:00 to 1:30pm
Tri-Valley Sustainable Business Alliance networking lunch
LOCATION: varies (Pleasant Asian Cuisine 5901 Owens Drive, Pleasanton
RSVP: Steve Melgoza 925-371-6732
COST: $12.00
TVSBA is a non-profit membership organization committed to sustainable business policies and practices. Many members are Alamend & contra costa certified Green Businesses.
RSVP: jim@righttrac.com
4th Thursdays of the Month
Thursday January 26th
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Green Drinks Sustainability Networking
Sponsored by North Bay Sustainable Business Alliance
Please join us for a lively social and networking gathering for business people interested in sustainability, including green business, architecture, design, organics, clean energy, local economy and other topics.
Appetizers provided, hosted bar.
Bring your business cards and invite your sustainable business friends!
RSVP: Diane@TheRedwoodGrove.com
LOCATION: Novato Oaks Inn, 215 Alameda del Prado Ave, Novato
RSVP: www.NBSBA.org
COST: $20
Thursday January 26, 2012
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Closing Reception for One Cubic Foot: Miniature Surveys in Biodiversity
David Liittschwager will join us for a closing reception to speak about the project and say goodbye. A few guests will be eligible to win prints from the exhibition.
LOCATION: 2150 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
RSVP: RSVP by sending an email to contactATbrowercenter.org or by calling (510) 809-0900 ext. 116.
COST: Free
INFO: http://www.browercenter.org/exhibitions/current
Friday, January 27, 2012
9:30 AM
Personable Business Intros & Info
Personable Business Intros & Info Speaker: Elayne Savage Kristy Rogers 408-288-8484 Kristy@KristyRogersConnects.com
LOCATION: The Plaza Suites, 3100 Lakeside Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95054
RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2685379041/eorg
COST: $40 pre-registration | $50 day of & at the door.
INFO: http://kristyrogersconnects.com
Email: kristy@kristyrogersconnects.com
Phone: 408-288-8484
Saturday, January 28, 2012
1:00 PM
Abstract Landscapes show
'Abstract Landscapes'. Featuring 10 Bay Area artists. The opening reception is Saturday January 28th from 1pm-5pm. Check web site for more info!
LOCATION: Misho Gallery, 680 8th street, San Francisco, CA 94103
RSVP: http://www.MishoGallery.com
COST: Free
INFO: http://www.MishoGallery.com
Email: MishoGallery@yahoo.com
Phone: 415-655-1838
Saturday, January 28, 2012
7:30 PM
Champagne Tasting Party!
Exciting Social atmosphere, Art, meet new people as you Taste Champagne's & Bubblies from France & Around The World with Specialty French Appetizers.
LOCATION: Nieto Fine Art Gallery, 565 Sutter St. at Powell, San Francisco, CA 94102
RSVP: http://ChampagneSocials.com
COST: ONLY $40 in advance.
INFO: http://ChampagneSocials.com
Monday January 30th
San Francisco Institute of Architecture
winter classes in Green Architecture start January 30, 2012.
Learn from leading experts: Classes in Berkeley on
creativity and perception, green design and construction, energy analysis, solar power, greywater and rain harvesting, sketching, 3-D Cadd, and more.
INFO: http://www.sfia.net.
Monday, January 30 2012
7:45am - 6:30pm
GreenBiz Forum
Framed by the 2012 State of Green Business report, the 2012 GreenBiz Forums bring together thought leaders and sustainability executives to define the trends, challenges and opportunities in sustainable business today. The Forums are the can't-miss event for sustainability professionals, and the reasons why are simple: You'll learn about the latest trends from thought-provoking speakers, make new connections with peers and suppliers, and bring back innovative, actionable ideas you can apply in your own organization. These one-day events engage stakeholders across industries, sectors, and regions to discuss how, and how well, companies are addressing sustainability in a comprehensive view of the state of green business today.
LOCATION: UCSF Mission Bay
1675 Owens St.
San Francisco, California 94158
INFO: http://www.greenbiz.com/events/2012/01/forum-2012/san-francisco
COST: $695
use code “gbf12inviteeBC3” for $100 off.
Wednesday February 1, 2012
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cocktail Party for Global Fund for Women
Come join us for a festive cocktail party to benefit the Global Fund for Women. A group of GFW admirers in the design industry have come together to host an event at the Levi Plaza offices of Suzman Design Associates. GFW has captured our hearts with their brilliant approach to providing grants worldwide, to groups small and large for projects that empower women through education, economic opportunity, and legal advocacy. Their special appeal is that they are relatively informal about the format of the grant requests that they receive, which opens the door to less sophisticated groups who may request funds for modest but important purposes.
We invite you to participate in the fun. There will be live chamber music, cocktails as well as non-alcoholic drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Global Fund for Women CEO, Dr. Musimbi Kanyoro will be in attendance to talk to us about her extraordinary organization.
INFO: http://www.globalfundforwomen.org/who-we-are/welcome-our-new-ceo
LOCATION: 1265 Battery St
San Francisco, CA 94111
RSVP: http://designersforgfw.eventbrite.com
COST: $75 donation up to $250 benefits charity
FEATURED EVENT:
Saturday, February 4th, 2012
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
2012 Bay Area Schools Environmental Conference
- featuring keynote by Green Architect Eric Corey Freed
and environmentalist Erik Assadourian
At the sixth annual conference, learn how sustainability has changed the definition of success. Learn how your school can go green with recycling, composting, water and energy conservation, and earth-friendly gardening.This conference is an invaluable forum for sharing best practices and learning about local resources to support your school’s environmental education initiatives and activities.
INFO: http://www.sanjoseca.gov/esd/schools/conference/2012_conference.asp
LOCATION: Corithian Center
(at the San Jose Athletic Club)
196 North 3rd Street
San José, CA 95112
PARKING: Free Parking Garage
(2 blocks from conference center):
50 North Fourth Street
San José, CA 95112
COST: $20 through January 27
Thursday, February 9, 2012
6:00 PM
Annual 'All You Can Eat' Crab Feed
An evening of great food, fun, and networking! Menu includes: French bread, salad, pasta with marinara sauce, fresh crab and dessert!
LOCATION: Spenger's Fresh Fish Grotto, 1919 Fourth Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
RSVP: http://berkeleychamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/annual-all-you-can-eat-crab-feed-400
COST: Early-Bird Tickets (First 200) - $45.00 per person, Regular Tickets - $50.00, Tables of 9 (Includes 2 bottles of wine) - $400.00.
INFO: http://www.berkeleychamber.com
Email: events@bekeleychamber.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
11:00 AM
Baby Boomer Senior Expo
Baby Boomer Senior Expo An opportunity for baby boomers, seniors, family of seniors and caregivers to meet experts. FREE Admission and Parking
LOCATION: Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054
RSVP: http://www.BoomerSeniorShow.com
COST: Free.
INFO: http://www.BoomerSeniorShow.com
Email: mike_aguilera@hotmail.com
Phone: 408-972-1985
Tuesday, February 14th
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!
Buy your sweetie something nice.
SECOND TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH
Tuesday, February 14th
5pm
AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE)
COTE promotes environmentally sound design and construction through lectures, seminars, tours, and other activities. Presents the leading edge of green design.
LOCATION: AIA San Francisco
130 Sutter Street, 6th Floor, San Francisco
COST: Free
INFO: http://www.aiasf.org
Saturday, March 24, 2012
9:00 AM
Being Human 2012: The Science of Human Experience
Features fresh new insights from science and philosophy that are transforming our understanding of human nature.
LOCATION: Palace of Fine Arts, 3301 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
RSVP: http://www.beinghuman2012.org/register/
COST: $135 General, $250 Preferred, $75 Student.
INFO: http://www.BeingHuman2012.org
Email: info@BeingHuman.org
