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« Week of October 23, 2011 »
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23 Reskill Fair Day Two: Small Animal Processing with Tamara Wilder Start: Oct 23 2011 9:00 am End: Oct 23 2011 5:00 pm Special Reskill Day Two: Sunday, Oct. 23rd Small Animal Processing with Tamara Wilder Cost: $60 for the class The class size is limited to 16 people. Everyone will have a chance to participate in the processing of the chickens and rabbits, though there are not enough animals for each person to have their own. We will be working in teams. ( if you have a source for either animals we are still trying to round up some animals). We are asking people to preregister without a deposit and hope that you will only register if you are sure that you are taking the class. To register please send an email to reskillquestions@gmail.com and say that you are registering for the class and you will be put on the list. We will send a confirmation. When payment is due, please make checks out to Tamara Wilder. There is also an additional $10 fee for the animal, if you would like to take the animal home with you. We have one work trade position for the class, if you are interested please let us know. To bring: a lunch, a small sharp knife, a container to bring animal parts home in. About the Teacher: Tamara Wilder, she has been learning, researching, experimenting with and teaching ancient living skills since 1989. For information on her and her work go to www.paleotechnics.com	24 Collective Meditation Start: Oct 24 2011 6:00 pm A casual community supported program for all Sebasta'souls willing to connect in silence, contemplation, and stillness. Every Monday 6:00-6:45 6:00 - 1/2hr silent meditation 6:30- inspirational reading/ Sharing Free to all! (Small donation for room space appreciated, NOT REQUIRED) Meditation is a resource for inner strength and resilience to enable us to respond wisely to challenges in our lives, including those facing us in the era of peak oil, climate change, and energy descent. This meditation evening creates space for shared silence and stillness within our community, honoring inspiration and insights from various spiritual traditions. ALL ARE WELCOME St. Stephens Church 500 Robinson Way Sebastopol for information: karmendraji@yahoo.com	25	26 Transition Movie Night: Garbage Warrior Start: Oct 26 2011 7:00 pm When: Wednesday, October 26, 7- 9 p.m. Where: The French Garden Restaurant , 8050 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol free event/optional discussion following the screening Please join Transition Sebastopol for the screening of Garbage Warrior, an engaging and inventive look at architecture, energy, production, and waste. About Garbage Warrior What do beer cans, car tires and water bottles have in common? Not much unless you’re renegade architect Michael Reynolds, in which case they are tools of choice for producing thermal mass and energy-independent housing. For 30 years New Mexico-based Reynolds and his green disciples have devoted their time to advancing the art of “Earthship Biotecture” by building self-sufficient, off-the-grid communities where design and function converge in eco-harmony. However, these experimental structures that defy state standards create conflict between Reynolds and the authorities, who are backed by big business. Frustrated by antiquated legislation, Reynolds lobbies for the right to create a sustainable living test site. While politicians hum and ha, Mother Nature strikes, leaving communities devastated by tsunamis and hurricanes. Reynolds and his crew seize the opportunity to lend their pioneering skills to those who need it most. Shot over three years and in four countries, Garbage Warrior is a timely portrait of a determined visionary, a hero of the 21st century. Earthship n. 1. passive solar home made of natural and recycled materials 2. thermal mass construction for temperature stabilization. 3. renewable energy & integrated water systems make the Earthship an off-grid home with little to no utility bills. Biotecture n. 1. the profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their sustainability. 2. A combination of biology and architecture. Please stay with us for our interesting and lively conversation to follow! When: October 26th Where: French Garden Restaurant 8050 Bodega Ave Sebastopol, CA We look forward to seeing you there!	27 Elders Salon Start: Oct 27 2011 6:30 pm A Wisdom Council Discussion Group of Transition Sebastopol Calling All Elders, Earth Elders, Wannabe Elders, Soon-to-become Elders, or Interested Baby Boomers on up!   The Elder Salon is a nonhierarchical circle of peers. We’ll introduce the discussion with some thoughts from an elder voice or thought-provoking instigator to kick off our own discovery of what it is WE think and believe about the topic; what WE want and need now and in our future; what WE think should be the course of action and attitudes as we progress into and through our older years WHY: There are a lot of new ideas about aging, staying youthful in body and spirit, and our role in society and local life. What have our generational contributions been and what is left undone? What are our mistakes and triumphs? The Elder Salon is a nonhierarchical circle of peers. We’ll introduce the discussion with some thoughts from an elder voice or thought-provoking instigator to kick off our own discovery of what it is WE think and believe about the topic; what WE want and need now and in our future; what WE think should be the course of action and attitudes as we progress into and through our older years Reminder to all: the Elders Salon is regular and ongoing on the fourth Thursday of each month. Location: Sequoia Village Cohousing Common House 459 Sequoia Lane, Sebastopol — (off Covert Lane, opposite Pacific Market (Fiesta) and west a little, before Pleasant Hill Rd.) Please PARK ON THE STREET! see more about this group here: http://transitionsebastopol.org/aboutelderssalon	28 Insurgent Elders Gathering Start: Oct 28 2011 3:30 pm When: Friday afternoons, 3:30 p.m. Where: Coffee Catz, 6761 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol Friday afternoons at 3:30 at Coffee Catz, an informal gathering, usually outdoors, weather permitting. There has been a different assortment of folks at each one, usually 4 to 5 of us. We encourage you to try it some week. Drop in—arrival and departure times are loose. First person there asks at the counter for the “Insurgent Elders” sign to put on the chosen table area so others can find you. You might check the far back room if the weather’s cold or wet and choose some shade if it’s warm outside. It’s possible no one would show up, but it hasn’t happened yet! -- Alexandra & Lucky	29 Community Seed Bank October Gathering Start: Oct 29 2011 9:00 am Where: St. Stephens Church, 500 Robinson Way, Sebastopol Schedule: 9:00-10:30: Work party in the Community Seed Garden 10:30: Class 9:00- 1:00--Seed Exchange: Free seeds to share. (Seeds and resources are available the whole time.) Come by and check out our seeds or stay for the whole time!. All classes and seeds are free to the community! West County Seed Bank: Help build our seed saving network! Join Sonoma County Gardeners in expanding our repository of free, locally grown, open pollinated, pesticide-free, non-GMO vegetable, herb, and flower seeds!We meet the last Saturday of each month to swap plants and seeds; and to share ideas and techniques on seeds growing and saving. For information go to: westcountyseedbank.blogspot.com Seed Bank open from 10 to 1- we offer locally grown seed free to gardeners, with the intention that those who take seed will grow some seed and return seed to the seed bank. Contact Sara 829-5234, westcountyseedbank@gmail.com

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