Promise to Our Planet Benefit 2023 Thursday, March 23, 2023 | 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM At Acterra’s biggest event of the year, we will gather virtually to review the wins of the past year and look forward to the challenging work still to come. This year’s theme is “Charting Progress, Celebrating Community." Tagged as: , City Sponsored Events, Community Events
Electric Vehicle Expo at the California Avenue Farmers' Market Sunday, March 26, 2023 | 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM Come meet your electric future at this fun and informative EV expo. Acterra's EV owner-volunteers will provide their EVs for viewing and exploring. Tagged as: , Activities & Classes , City Sponsored Events, Community Events
EVs For Backup Power March 28th Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM Did you know that you can power up your home with an EV during a power outage? Join EV experts to learn how EVs can power up all things electric, from your cell phone to your entire home, and act as a battery on wheels when you’re on the road. We’ll share simple solutions for all EV drivers, showcase EVs with bidirectional batteries, and discuss current and future energy management solutions. Tagged as: , Activities & Classes , City Sponsored Events, Community Events
Community Threads: Mending for Adults Saturday, April 01, 2023 | 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM The fashion industry is one of the world's leading producers of waste - learning how to mend & prolong the lifetime of your clothing is a major step in helping the environment. Rinconada Library - Embarcadero Room, 1213 Newell Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
STEAM Lab Saturday: Mini Ecosystem Saturday, April 01, 2023 | 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM In honor of Earth Day, create your very own miniature ecosystem! Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Trilingual EV Financial Incentives Clinic Wednesday, April 05, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM Think you can’t afford an EV? Think again! Learn about the many financial assistance programs available to income-qualifying residents. Tagged as: , Activities & Classes , City Sponsored Events, Community Events
Meet the Anthology: All We Can Save Thursday, April 06, 2023 | 06:00 PM to 06:45 PM 1 more date The anthology All We Can Save is the title for the Palo Alto Reads program. Rinconada Library - Embarcadero Room, 1213 Newell Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Public Tours of the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center Friday, April 07, 2023 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 1 more date Learn how advanced purified water can help combat the drought! Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center, 4190 Zanker Rd, San Jose, CA 95134 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Utilities Advisory Commission (UAC) Meeting Wednesday, April 12, 2023 | 04:00 PM to 11:59 PM 8 more dates The Utilities Advisory Commission (UAC) is charged with providing advice on acquisition and development of electric, gas and water resources; joint action projects with other public or private entities which involve electric, gas or water resources; environmental implications of electric, gas or water utility projects, conservation and demand management. Tagged as: , Boards & Commissions Meetings
Family Craft: Adopt-a-Rock Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM Adopt-a-Rock for Earth Day! Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Community Events
Palo Alto Pageturners: All We Can Save Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 06:30 PM to 07:45 PM Discuss All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis, the selection for Palo Alto Reads this year. Rinconada Library - Embarcadero Room, 1213 Newell Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Compost Workshop Saturday, April 15, 2023 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 5 more dates Bring out your garden's inner jungle by adding compost. Learn how easy it is to make your own compost at one of these free workshops. Tagged as: , Community Events
E-Bikes and EVs in the Park Saturday, April 15, 2023 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Take action for Earth Month - test ride an e-bike, enter a drawing for a FREE E-BIKE, and meet your future EV! Mitchell Park - Next to Pickleball Courts, 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Re-Making the Future: Youth Sustainability Fair Saturday, April 15, 2023 | 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM Calling all high schoolers, middle schoolers, and elementary students! Stop by the Sustainability Fair to learn about volunteer opportunities and creative ways to engage with climate action. Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Community Events
March & Rally for Climate Justice Friday, April 21, 2023 | 02:00 PM to 06:30 PM The Palo Alto Student Climate Coalition invites all community members to rally and march with powerful activists, local leaders, and community organizations from all over the Bay Area. King Plaza / City Hall, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Tagged as: , Community Events
Earth Day at Rinconada: Resource Fair Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM Join the City's Utilities and Public Works departments and other community partners to learn about energy and water saving strategies and tools. Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Community Events
Love Our Earth Festival Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 11:00 AM to 04:00 PM On April 22, 2023, celebrate Earth Day at the Love Our Earth Festival, sponsored by a coalition of peninsula cities and community-based organizations including 350 Silicon Valley, Menlo Spark, Town of Atherton, City of East Palo Alto, City of Menlo Park, and City of Palo Alto. Tagged as: , Community Events
Adult Bike Safety & Guide Ride Sunday, April 23, 2023 | 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM Learn bike safety skills and build your confidence riding on local streets in this classroom and on-bike class. Greendell MP Room (Meet at the flagpole), 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Turf Removal and Garden Transformation Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM This workshop will teach you how to get started transforming thirsty grass into a beautiful, water-efficient garden. Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Documentary Screening: UNAFF Presents “12th Hour” Thursday, April 27, 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM Can humans solve the climate crisis? Watch this documentary about how humans respond and react to the climate crisis. Rinconada Library - Embarcadero Room, 1213 Newell Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes
Author Event: A Conversation with Janisse Ray Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 04:00 PM to 05:00 PM Join us for a conversation with Janisse Ray, an American writer exploring borderlands & edges between nature & culture, landscape & story. Tagged as: , Community Events
EVs and Espresso! Sunday, April 30, 2023 | 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM Come meet your future EV! Plus, enjoy yummy treats and gourmet coffee at this electrifying EVent! Congregation Etz Chayim, 4161 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306 Tagged as: , Activities & Classes