Past Events

Organic Gardening Series: Seeds & Starts (Anchorage Senior Center, from Feb 24, 2010 07:00 PM to Feb 24, 2010 09:00 PM)

Part 1 in the Organic and Community Gardening Workshop Series

ACE House Party! Save the Date: Wednesday, November 11th (Home of Russ and Sharon Winner. , from Nov 11, 2009 06:00 PM to Nov 11, 2009 08:00 PM)

Please join the ACE staff, board, and special guest Senator Bill Wielechowski for our annual Fall Fundraiser on November 11th, from 6-8pm at the home of Russ and Sharon Winner. Learn more about the issues ACE is currently working on, let us know what you think, and enjoy great conversation, food and drink. For questions contact Jessica at 274-3647 or jessica@akcenter.org

REAP Monthly Forum – The Future of Commuter Rail (from Nov 11, 2009 06:00 PM to Nov 11, 2009 08:00 PM)

Bruce Carr, Director of Strategic Planning for the Alaska Railroad, will present an update on plans for commuter rail service between Anchorage and the Mat-Su Borough.

The Alaska Local Food Film Festival (from Oct 02, 2009 05:30 PM to Oct 08, 2009 10:00 PM)

Join Alaska Center for the Environment, the Beartooth Theatrepub & Grill, Delicious Dave Catering, AK Root Sellers, NOLS, and Bioneers Alaska for the first Alaska Local Food Film Festival! The festival will take place October 2-8th at the Beartooth Theatrepub in Anchorage, and will feature the Anchorage debut of Food Inc, as well as the films the Garden, Eating Alaska, FRESH, and the End of the Line. There will be opportunities to eat fresh Alaskan food and discuss the films, as well as to learn more about how you can get involved with the Alaska local food movement.

Presentation: Beyond Freeways (from Jun 26, 2009 12:00 PM to Jun 26, 2009 01:00 PM)

Robert Liberty will give one presentation in Anchorage this coming Friday, June 26, noon – 1pm, City Hall, 8th floor conference room. The title: “Beyond Freeways – How to Link Land Use and Transportation” Robert Liberty authored Portland’s groundbreaking Land Use, Transportation & Air Quality Study (LUTRAQ), laying the foundation for Portland’s successful development strategies which spurred economic growth, kept property taxes down, provided transportation choices, reduced energy consumption per capita and improved air quality.

Chester Creek Restoration Celebration (from Jun 19, 2009 03:30 PM to Jun 19, 2009 05:30 PM)

Chester Creek Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Project Celebration.

National Parks Documentary with Ken Burns (from Jun 18, 2009 07:30 PM to Jun 18, 2009 09:30 PM)

Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns will introduce his new series, The National Parks: America's Best Idea, next Thursday in Anchorage. At the event, Ken Burns will share some of his experiences and show a one- hour film celebrating Alaska's national parks. Proceeds will support the National Parks Conservation Association and Alaska Geographic.

Prince William Sound Marine Trail Meetings (from Jun 09, 2009 06:00 PM to Jun 09, 2009 08:00 PM)

Alaska State Parks, Chugach National Forest, National Wildlife Federation, and their many partners are exploring the concept of a Prince William Sound Marine Trail, a world-class water trail along the coast of Prince William Sound.

ALASKA OCEAN FESTIVAL (Anchorage Park Strip, from Jun 06, 2009 12:00 PM to Jun 06, 2009 10:00 PM)

 

Presentation: Afognak and Kodiak Islands (from Jun 05, 2009 02:00 PM to Jun 05, 2009 03:00 PM)

Afognak and Kodiak Islands are recognized as having some of the most unique coastal ecosystems in the world - supporting abundant fish and wildlife, outstanding habitat and rich subsistence traditions. Through compelling visual images and words, Tim Richardson takes us on a journey to these pristine habitats and shares his experiences with more two decades of habitat restoration after the Exxon Valdez oil spill and his on-going work to conserve and protect these biologically diverse island ecosystems.

Rachel Carson Celebration (Wilda Marston Theatre, from Jun 02, 2009 07:00 PM to Jun 02, 2009 09:00 PM)

Alaska Community Action on Toxics (ACAT) invites you to join us for this event, in commemoration of the birthday and life of Rachel Carson, scientist and author of Silent Spring.

Front Yard Farming (from May 27, 2009 01:00 PM to May 27, 2009 09:00 PM)

Front Yard Farming Two FREE master gardener clinics are coming up. You will have the opportunity to learn about mapping your yard, building raised beds, soil testing, seed starting, and more so you can start growing your own food. This is as local as it gets!

Business of Clean Energy in Alaska Conference (from May 18, 2009 09:00 AM to May 19, 2009 05:00 PM)

The Business of Clean Energy in Alaska (BCEA) is a two-day conference showcasing the opportunity for Alaska to become a leader in Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable Energy (RE). The conference will focus on understanding the challenges and best practices in implementing an EE/RE infrastructure. Attendees will gain insight into the experiences of governments and businesses from around the country, as they relate to Alaska’s unique potential.

Waters in the Kenai Peninsula Borough discussion (Various, from May 16, 2009 10:00 AM to May 16, 2009 12:00 PM)

Mayor David Carey ordially invites all Kenai Peninsula Borough residents to the Mayor’s Advisory Group Discussions regarding “Waters in the Kenai Peninsula Borough, i.e., rivers, streams, and salt water.”

Bike to Work Day (from May 15, 2009 06:00 AM to May 15, 2009 11:00 PM)

May 15 is Bike to Work Day!

BLM Lands Photo Contest (from May 15, 2009 03:45 PM to May 15, 2009 07:00 PM)

Alaska Wilderness League has teamed up with Alaska Wilderness Recreation and Tourism Association to organize a photo contest meant to highlight the beauty and richness of our BLM lands here in Alaska. If you like taking photos, ACE encourages you to submit your pictures that can inspire others to get outside and enjoy our BLM lands.

Susitna Area Plan Workshop (Alaska center for the Environment, 807 G Street, from May 11, 2009 10:00 AM to May 11, 2009 12:15 PM)

ACE is hosting an informal workshop on May 11 at 10am to provide background, feedback and tips for crafting public comments in regards to two significant revisions of state plans and management guidelines in the Susitna area. The outcomes of these revisions will determine forestry management, land use, and the overall appearance of the region for decades to come, affecting tourism, commerce, local residents, and Anchorage area residents using the Matanuska-Susitna Borough for recreational purposes.

Alaska Coal Workshop (UAA Campus in Rasmusen Hall, Room 101, from May 08, 2009 07:00 PM to May 08, 2009 09:00 PM)

Alaska possesses roughly half the nation’s coal. Come learn about coal mining and combustion impacts from Goldman Prize award winner Judy Bonds and acclaimed Clean Water Act lawyer Joe Lovett at the Alaska Coal Workshop Series, Friday May 8, 7:00-9:00 PM on the UAA Campus in Rasmusen Hall, Room 101. For more information go to www.alaskacoal.org. Sponsored by Cook Inletkeeper & UAA Office of Sustainability, with Chuitna Citizens NO-COALition, Alaska Center for the Environment, Alaskans for Responsible Mining, and Sierra Club.

Brown Bag for the USFWS Kachemak Bay Sea Otter Study (Gordon Watson Conference Room, from May 06, 2009 11:00 AM to May 06, 2009 12:00 PM)

 

‘Bear Aware’ Film Contest (from May 01, 2009 10:45 AM to May 01, 2009 11:45 PM)

Members of the public are invited to submit short bear safety films or videos about how to live and recreate responsibly in bear country. Use your creative talents to help educate Anchorage residents about how to be safe around bears. The Submission deadline is May 1st and winners will be announced May 8th.