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Nitrogen: Streams, Society & Statewide Impact

Science Center of Iowa 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy., Des Moines, IA, United States

Join the Science Center of Iowa as they explore the delicate relationship between nitrogen’s necessity and the societal implications of excess nitrogen on ourselves and our landscapes with Dr. Peter Levi. Dr. Peter Levi is an assistant professor in environmental science and policy at Drake University. His research investigates patterns and processes in freshwater ecosystems, combining … Continue reading Nitrogen: Streams, Society & Statewide Impact

Lecture: Author Margaret Atwood

ISU Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way , Ames, IA, United States

Iowa State University presents “Fiction, the Future and Environmental Crisis,” a lecture by Margaret Atwood, revered author, poet and environmental activist whose more than forty books include "The Handmaid's Tale," "The Blind Assassin," and the MaddAddam trilogy featuring "Oryx and Crake." The lecture is free and open to the public. Find more information here, http://www.event.iastate.edu/event/38426

Connect Downtown Public Meetings

Downtown Des Moines Public Library 1000 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, United States

The Urban Land Institute Iowa, Greater Des Moines Partnership, and City of Des Moines will host two public meetings on Nov. 2  at noon to 1 pm or 6 to 7:30 pm at the Downtown Public Library. Speakers include walkability consultant/author Jeff Speck and the engineering firm Nelson/Nygaard. Share your ideas and concerns on how the city can improve … Continue reading Connect Downtown Public Meetings

Women, Food & Ag Network Annual Conference

Lied Lodge and Conference Center, 2700 Sylvan Rd., Nebraska City, IA, United States

The Women, Food and Ag Network 2016 annual conference is set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 4-5, at the Lied Lodge and Conference Center, Nebraska City, Neb. The conference theme is Women, Culture, and Permaculture: Making a Living in Harmony with the Land, featuring keynote speaker Karryn Olson-Ramanujan. Learn more and register for the conference at … Continue reading Women, Food & Ag Network Annual Conference

Water, Prairies, & Climate Change: Iowa’s Environment in Historical Perspective

Old Capitol Museum, Senate Chamber 21 N Clinton St., Iowa City, IA, United States

Iowa has been called the most radically transformed environment in the U.S. How has this transformation affected Iowa, the Midwest, and beyond? What will the future bring as climate change influences Iowa? How has Iowa contributed to climate change? Author Connie Mutel and UI School of Urban and Regional Planning Director Chuck Connerly talk about their mutual interest in … Continue reading Water, Prairies, & Climate Change: Iowa’s Environment in Historical Perspective

Women Caring for the Land

Stanhope Library 665 Iowa St., Stanhope, IA, United States

Women Caring for the Land incorporates a women-only, peer-to-peer informal discussion alongside an afternoon visit to see and discuss conservation practices in action. As estimates indicate that women now own or co-own nearly half the farmland in the Midwest, many wonder whether they are doing all they can to improve soil and water quality while … Continue reading Women Caring for the Land

2016 Iowa Organic Conference

University of Iowa Memorial Union 125 North Madison St., Iowa City, IA, United States

The Iowa State University Organic Agriculture Program invites you to experience the 16th Annual Organic Conference on Sunday evening, Nov. 13 and Monday, Nov. 14 in the Iowa Memorial Union at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. The conference will feature roundtable discussion and an organic luncheon, as well as information from keynote speaker … Continue reading 2016 Iowa Organic Conference

1000 Friends of Iowa Annual Meeting

Cherry Glen Learning Farm 3989 NW 94th Ave., Polk City, IA, United States

1000 Friends of Iowa invites you to join us Saturday, Dec. 3, for our 18th annual meeting. The annual meeting will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cherry Glen Learning Farm in Polk City, IA. We’ll start with a tour of the farm, followed by great speakers, including organic farmer and soil fertility scientist Dr. Francis … Continue reading 1000 Friends of Iowa Annual Meeting

Stand with Iowa December 15, 2016

Polk County Court House 500 Mulberry St, Des Moines, IA, United States

Stand With Iowa December 15th! Iowa Needs You! CALLING ALL WATER PROTECTORS & PIPELINE FIGHTERS FROM ACROSS THE MIDWEST Stand up for Iowa! Protect our soil, water, health, climate, and future. Join with pipeline fighters and water protectors from across the Midwest on Thursday, December 15th in Des Moines, Iowa. We will stand with Bakken … Continue reading Stand with Iowa December 15, 2016

AARP’s The Missing Middle

Des Moines University Olsen Center 3200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States

Age-Friendly Greater Des Moines Join AARP and the volunteer and community leaders of the Greater Des Moines Age-Friendly Initiative for the fourth annual report to the community, featuring special guest Daniel Parolek. A national thought leader in architecture, design, and urban planning, Mr. Parolek will speak on the concept of Missing Middle Housing. He'll address … Continue reading AARP’s The Missing Middle