Portsmouth Green Drinks

January 19th, Green Drinks @ Two Ceres Street with Mimi White

2012-01-09T17:09:00.000-08:00

The January 19th Green Drinks will feature Mimi White, poet laureate of Portsmouth from 2007-09.

Networking and green drinking starts casually at 6:00 and our speaker usually starts at 7:00 -- though this month we'll try to start a little bit earlier.

I look forward to hearing from Mimi as shares some poetry as well as her point of view about climate change, things that she can't necessarily say in a poem. Mimi is very active in environmental circles, in particular with the Rye Energy Committee.

Mimi has worked for over twenty-five years with students of all ages to help them create original and authentic work, be it poetry, memoir or non fiction writing. Mimi White has worked in a variety of settings including schools, libraries, prisons, residencies for the elderly, and universities. She has been a member of the faculty at the University of New Hampshire, Northern Essex Community College, and Lesley University. Her poems have been published in dozens of journals. They include Poetry, Harvard Review, West Branch, The Seattle Review, Yankee and Rivendell. Her book of poems, "The Last Island" was published in 2008.

November Green Drinks: 11/17 with Randy Bryan

2011-11-14T09:42:00.000-08:00

November 17th, Green Drinks @ Two Ceres Street with Randy Bryan of ConVerdant Vehicles

Join us for an evening of conversation about green topics and networking -- third Thursday of each month.

Networking and beer drinking starts at 6:00. Guest speakers talks at 7:00.

Randy Bryan of ConVerdant Vehicles will talk about plug-in cars, electric conversions and new ideas. (http://www.converdantvehicles.com/)

October 20th, Green Drinks @ Two Ceres Street with Christopher Ring of Greenovations

2011-10-13T14:35:00.000-07:00

It's time to kick off a new season of Green Drinks. Summer is over & it's time to get back to work!

Join us for an evening of conversation about green topics and networking -- third Thursday of each month.

Our October Green Drinks will feature Christopher Ring of Greenovations. Networking begins at 6:00, followed by Christopher at 7:00. Thursday, October 20th.

Christopher will share his experience in sustainability, understanding of green products, certification labeling and unravel myths while comparing green to conventional products.

Over the course of his working life Christopher Ring has worked in various aspects of the building trade from house painting to landscaping to building the shells of energy efficient homes. (I was also a ski-bum / waiter and an investor, but that seems irrelevant). Most recently prior to Greenovations Ring was a high school English teacher. That profession took him from New Hampshire to Colombia and eventually to Vienna, Austria where he followed his passion for conservation and environmentalism by studying building design and techniques at the Vienna University of Technology. At the same time he was mentored by one of Austria’s leading HVAC engineers on energy efficiency. Greenovations is the amalgamation of his passion for the environment, his knowledge of building, and his experience as an educator, which he considers the vital role of a business such as his.

May Green Drinks

2011-05-10T12:54:00.000-07:00

Join us for Green Drinks on Thursday, May 19th at Two Ceres Street. Networking starts at 6:00 and speaker goes on at 7:00.

After a bit of networking, our guest speaker, Jeff Donald will provide an overview of Seacoast Eat Local's plans for the year, including publishing the latest edition of Seacoast Harvest, hosting the Heirloom Harvest Barn Dinner, helping to pilot a SNAP/EBT program at the summer farmers' market in Dover, and planning for next winter's farmers' markets. He will also discuss ways that everyone can support local agriculture and eat locally all year long.

Jeff Donald has served on the board of Seacoast Eat Local for 5 years. Much of his work with Seacoast Eat Local has focused on helping to publish Seacoast Harvest by calling farms, coordinating volunteers, and now soliciting donations and sponsorships. He is also a regular volunteer at most of the group's events, spending a lot of Saturday's at the Winter Farmers' Markets. He lives on Stout Oak Farm in Epping with his wife Kate and works at the NH Center for Nonprofits. He can be reached at jeff@seacoasteatlocal.org

April Green Drinks

2011-04-11T10:27:00.000-07:00

Join us for Green Drinks on Thursday, April 21st at Two Ceres Street. Networking starts at 6:00 and speaker goes on at 7:00.

After a bit of networking, our guest speaker, Rian Bedard of EcoMovement Consulting & Hauling will join us to talk about zero waste and some of his ideas behind reducing our communal impact.

Rian Bedard founded EcoMovement Consulting & Hauling in 2009. EcoMovement is growing to serve businesses, schools and neighborhoods across the greater Seacoast region. By helping people close their own resource loops, EcoMovement is a link that strengthens the entire chain of our local environment and economy. They've diverted over 500,000 pounds from the landfill to date. They currently serve 50 commercial clients and will offer curbside pick up for residents this spring. Rian Bedard is a certified Permaculture Designer and instructor. He started the first Zero Waste program as manager of the Me and Ollie's cafe in Portsmouth.

March Green Drinks

2011-03-09T13:45:00.000-08:00

Join us for Green Drinks on Thursday, March 17th at Two Ceres Street.

After a bit of networking, our guest speaker, Xavier Asbridge provide an overview of maintaining a healthy landscapes. He will discuss topics from correct planting methods to mulching, plant choices and integrated pest management. With an emphasis on reducing the amount of products that are used on our landscapes.

Xavier Asbridge, owner of IPM of New Hampshire, is a Paul Smiths College graduate. After college he worked 20 years for the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station where he was involved in the identification and control of pests. He was one of the first in the country to deal with the Asian Longhorned Beetle, surveying CT forests and ports. Xavier also participated in research and control of other invasive species such as Hemlock Woolly Adelgid and Gypsy moth. His supporting role in such projects gave him the opportunity to work with some of the leading scientists in the field. Acknowledgments in Publications Pseudoscymnus tsugae in Connecticut Forests: The First Five Years Carole A. S.-J. Cheah and Mark S. McClure http://na.fs.fed.us/fhp/hwa/pub/proceedings/first_five.pdf Important Mortality Factors in the Life Cycle of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid http://www.na.fs.fed.us/fhp/hwa/pub/proceedings/important.pdf Biological control of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid http://www.invasive.org/hwa/hwa.pdf

February Green Drinks

2011-02-14T09:39:00.000-08:00

February 17th Green Drinks at Two Ceres Street:

David Anderson, Project Coordinator for the New Hampshire Coastal Protection Partnership, will talk about his organization's work to protect the natural resources of the Granite State's coastal watershed. Last year, NH Coast completed the Town of New Castle's first demonstration rain garden and distributed dozens of free rain barrels at local farmers' markets. The group has big plans for 2011

check this out for a little Green Drinks publicity

2011-01-24T07:38:00.000-08:00

http://www.greenalliance.biz/blog/archives/201101/portsmouth-green-drinks-“recycles”-2011-events

January Green Drinks

2011-01-07T13:04:00.000-08:00

January 20th speaker: Paul M. Bonaparte-Krogh of Energy Answers

Join us for December Green Drinks @ Two Ceres Street

Thursday January 20th

Networking begins at 6:00,

followed by our guest speaker, Paul M. Bonapart-Krogh at 7:00

Energy Answers is a program of UNH Cooperative Extension.
THE EDUCATION CENTER at UNH Cooperative Extension in Manchester provides practical, no bias , educational solutions to everyday questions. We've staffed our toll-free Info Line with volunteers trained to answer energy-related questions or refer callers to experts and other outside resources who can.

We focus on energy conservation and energy efficiency. But if you're ready to move on to more extensive energy-conserving or renewable-energy projects, we can help you decide when and why it makes sense to hire an energy professional and how to find a competent service provider.

Paul Bonaparte-Krogh is the Coordinator of Energy Answer for UNH Cooperative Extension. Paul has held many roles during his 32 year career with Cooperation Extension in Mass, NY and the last 7 years in NH.

Design Green seminars

2011-01-07T13:02:00.000-08:00

Build Green Portsmouth Seminars

2011-01-07T12:55:00.000-08:00

December 16th speaker: A. J. Dowling of the New England Carbon Challenge

2010-12-06T15:30:00.000-08:00

Join us for December Green Drinks @ Two Ceres Street

Thursday December 16th

Networking begins at 6:00,

followed by our guest speaker, A. J. Dowling at 7:00

We all need a good solid plan – for the weekend, buying our first home, vacation, retirement and for using less energy. Join the New England Carbon Challenge as we share the latest in our online energy efficiency tools and home weatherization workshops.

A.J. Dowling joined the New England Carbon Challenge and Clean Air-Cool Planet team in May 2010. Working with Julia Dundorf, A.J. acts as the primary liaison between the NECC and residents and organizations across NH, seeking to reduce their energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. With experience in both the for profit and not-for-profit sectors, A.J. brings with her a strong background in environmental education, leadership and program development. A.J. holds a Master of Science degree in Environmental Studies from Antioch University New England and a Bachelor of Science degree in Outdoor Recreation from Plymouth State University. During her free time, A.J. can be found on a lake, in the woods, in the garden or soaking up the best live music the Seacoast has to offer.

New Season begins Nov 18th with Green Alliance Bash

2010-11-05T06:49:00.000-07:00

We're kicking off the new season of Green Drinks with party hosted by the Green Alliance -- food, music and give-aways to celebrate the growth of sustainable commerce.

Join us on Thursday, November 18th from 6-9 PM,

at EARTHTEC outfitters

140 West RD, Portsmouth

Everyone is invited from Green Alliance business partners, green business owners and the general public.

Our regular Green Drinks format will resume on Thursday, December 16th at Two Ceres Street.

May 20th - Climate Counts with Will Turner

2010-04-08T07:01:00.000-07:00

This Thursday is the last GreenDrinks before we take a break for the summer. Come on out to meet some interesting people. Wood Turner will be there to talk about Climate Counts. Climate Counts is a local organization that scores major companies annually on their committment to climate change. This should be a very interesting discussion.

Portsmouth's Eco-Friendly Martini Bar

2008-06-12T13:06:00.000-07:00

Portsmouth Green Drinks has its green home at 2 Ceres Street. Stay tuned for an expanded appetizer and drink menu for 2010, including new Green Drinks specials! Did you know that 2 Ceres Street (as well as Pocos) are now composting all of their food waste? Consider supporting these green leaders when you're going out in Portsmouth.

Thank you to Marlisa Geroulo and John Golumb for continuing to host Portsmouth Green Drinks and for your commitment to sustainability. 2 Ceres Street is a member of the Green Alliance - view their environmental report card at http://www.greenalliance.biz/business/two-ceres-street.

Featured Organizations to Date

2008-03-11T07:52:00.001-07:00

April 15th: Timberland, Sustainability Director Betsy Blaisdale.
March 18th: Michelle Smith, Communications Coordinator, and Bob Frederick, Operations Manager, from Goodwill Industries of Northern New England discussed Goodwill's mission and green initiatives. Visit Goodwill’s Thrifting and Green Living Blog:
February 18th: 'A Solar Panel' featured speakers from the Seacoast Renewable Energy Initiative (SEAREI) and Revision Energy.
January 21st: Local Eco-Artist,Tim Gaudreau, shared samples of his amazing projects and how art can be an effective way to get the sustainability message. http://www.wake-up.ws/menu.html.
(2009) October 15th: Sustainable Portsmouth. Introduction to developing a sustainbility plan for Portsmouth.
September 17th: Women Sustainability Leaders. Sarah Brown with the Green Alliance, Julia Dundorf with the NH Carbon Challenge, Michelle Veasey with the NH Sustainable Lodging and Restaurant Program, and Andrea O’Brien with the NH Small Business Development Center.
August 20th: Blue Drinks: NH Coastal Protection Partnership. http://www.nhcoast.org/
July 16th: Climate Ride, a 300 mile bike ride from NYC to DC to raise awareness of climate change. http://www.climateride.org/
June 18th: Acorn, an eco-friendly full service salon in Dover, shared information on chemicals in common beauty products and why it's important to switch to eco products.
May 21st: ReSTORE, a program of Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity, provided information on the services available including used and new building materials and deconstruction.
April 16th: Green builders from the seacoast area participated in a panel on building green homes.
March 19th: Eco Real Estate expert Hillary Gaynor provided insight on how green home improvements affect home values.
February 19th: Portsmouth Green Drinks and the Green Alliance hosted a green business networking event at the Portsmouth Brewery. Over 100 people participated and learned about the growing green business community in the Seacoast.
January 15th: Eva Christensen with Earthtenders discussed opportunities for seacoast businesses to incorporate composting into their waste management.
(2008) December 18th: Sustainable Development and Energy Systems
November 20th: Richard Novak, owner of Cevon, provided the 411 on the process for converting diesel engines to run on veggie oil.
October 16th: David Loehwing from Pax World Mutual Funds and Mark Wilson from Granite Bay Wealth Management discussed the principles of sustainable investing and the impacts consumers have when they invest in sustainble funds.
September 18th: Seacoast Buy Local provided information on the importance of independent businesses to the local economy and environment. http://www.seacoastlocal.org/
August 21st: Michelle Moon from Slow Food Seacoast introduced concepts of the slow food movement and discussed opportunities to get involved with supporting local growers and food producers. http://slowfoodseacoast.blogspot.com/
July 17th: Green Alliance provided information on its member businesses as well as how to join the co-op. http://www.greenalliance.biz/
June 19th: Seacoast Energy Alternatives (aka the Sea Solar Store) presented information on solar thermal systems. www.seasolarstore.com/content/
May 15th: Purely Organic Lawn Care provided an introduction to green lawn care products. www.purelyorganiclawncare.com/
April 17th: John Demos with the Alaska Wilderness League presented a beautiful slide show and facts about Alaska. www.alaskawild.org/
March 20th: Andrew Kellar, founder of Simply Green Biofuels, discussed biofuel options for the Seacoast. www.seacoastbiofuels.com/
February 21st: Portsmouth Magazine editor Sara Hamilton highlighted the upcoming Green issue. www.portsmouthmag.com/
January 17th: Piscataqua Sustainability Initiative co-founder Bert Cohen discussed the organization and opportunities for Seacoast residents to get involved. www.thepsi.net/
(2007) December 19th: Canceled due to snow. Carbon Coalition. www.carboncoalition.org/

Have speaker suggestions? Want to be our featured guest?

2008-01-22T14:29:00.000-08:00

We are always looking for people who are informative on eco-issues who are interested in hosting Portsmouth Green Drinks. If you would like to be our guest speaker or if you have a recommendation please email the GreenDrinksPortsmouth organizer at tim@timgaudreau.com.

Host Responsibilities: The monthly host (or guest speaker) will be asked to lead a short 5-10 minute discussion or presentation at 7:00pm. Hosts are asked to attend the entire Green Drinks to allow for ample networking with the attendees.