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SUMMARY:SU93 Climate Change Teacher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Maine teachers are coming to the Shaw Institute! \nWoodlawn and Maine TREE created a climate change educator workshop for SU93. Teachers visit local organizations to look at local perspectives on climate impacts and local knowledge of the landscape. The Shaw Institute is honored to be one of the participating locations that they’ll visit. We’ll host educators and provide a presentation and lab tour\, showing them how climate change is impacts their local area. \nInterested in organizing a tour and workshop for your organization? Contact us HERE.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/su93-climate-change-teacher-workshop/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaw Institute Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240607T160000
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SUMMARY:Bacteria Monitoring at Peters Cove
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Peters Cove between 3-4 pm and learn how BHHT and the Shaw Institute work to preserve this site for hiking and swimming. You’ll learn how the Shaw Institute monitors this site for water quality and how you can stay informed about bacteria monitoring throughout the Summer. This pop-up event requires no registration\, and participants may come and go anytime during the hour. Join us for an afternoon outside!
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/bacteria-monitoring-at-peters-cove/
LOCATION:Peters Cove\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240530T103000
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SUMMARY:Lecture & Lab Tour With Penobscot Bay Stewards
DESCRIPTION:Penobscot Bay Stewards will visit the Shaw Institute for a lecture and lab tour\, conducted by our associate scientists\, Michelle Berger. She’ll  give a general presentation on the Shaw Institute and her work on PFAS in Surry and pollutants in marine mammals. \nPresentation: 10-10:45 \nLab Tour: 11-11:30 \nInterested in a tour of the Shaw Institute? Contact us for details HERE.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/lecture-lab-tour-with-penobscot-bay-stewards/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaw Institute Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Institute":MAILTO:info@shawinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240516T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240516T100000
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SUMMARY:Blue Hill Harbor School Biology Class Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Our executive director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, and our Special Projects Manager\, Dani Rodriguez\, will visit the Blue Hill Harbor School for a presentation about the Shaw Institute\, followed by a microscope activity on phytoplankton and harmful algal blooms in the Gulf of Maine. \nWe will provide water samples and have students view the samples under the microscope and identify phytoplankton. Students will leave learning what phytoplankton are and why they’re important to our ecological and human health.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/blue-hill-harbor-school-biology-class-workshop/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Harbor School\, 57 South Street\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240515T190000
DTSTAMP:20240503T124522Z
CREATED:20240503T124522Z
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SUMMARY:2024 BHPCoC Annual Meeting & Business Showcase Event
DESCRIPTION:We hope this message finds you jumping into a successful 2024! We are pleased to invite you to join us for an in-person Annual Meeting & Business Showcase Event. We want to thank our members and display our amazing businesses and services on Blue Hill Peninsula\, surrounding islands and beyond! This is a time to gather\, acknowledge the struggles of the past few years\, interact with fellow members and reintroduce our Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Staff. We are proud of the work we have been doing and even more excited about our future! Please join us!
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/2024-bhpcoc-annual-meeting-business-showcase-event/
LOCATION:Farmhouse Inn\, 578 Pleasant Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240426T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240426T143000
DTSTAMP:20240424T161420Z
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SUMMARY:51st Maine Biological and Medical Sciences Symposium (MBMSS)
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute’s executive director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, and our associate research scientist\, Michelle Berger\, will be speaking at the annual Maine Biological and Medical Sciences Symposium (MBMSS). It’s a statewide gathering of scientists and students; an opportunity to share research results\, exchange ideas\, promote collaboration\, and network with Maine scientists in a variety of disciplines. \nCharlie’s Topic: Microplastics Within the Built and Natural Environment. What It Means and Why It Matters. \nMichelle’s Topic: PFAS Contamination at a Regional and Local Scale: Marine Mammals and Drinking Water
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/51st-maine-biological-and-medical-sciences-symposium-mbmss/
LOCATION:MDI Biological Laboratory\, 159 Old Bar Harbor Rd.\, Bar Barbor\, ME\, 04609\, United States
CATEGORIES:External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240422T123000
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SUMMARY:SMEP Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Plastic Pollution or Climate Change\, Which Threat is Worse?\nCharles Rolsky\, Ph.D.\, and Executive Director and Senior Research Scientist at the Shaw Institute\, will deliver an Earth Day Talk at the School of Marine and Environmental Programs\, at the University of New England. Rolsky’s research background addresses plastic pollution in marine and terrestrial ecosystems as well as green chemistry and sustainable materials science. He currently researches links between environmental contamination and human health\, which includes plastic pollution\, PFAS chemicals\, and other contaminants of concern. Rolsky mentors through a range of internship and educational opportunities at the Shaw Institute.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/smep-speaker-series/
LOCATION:University of New Engliand\, 11 Hills Beach Road\, Biddeford\, ME\, 04005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240418T200000
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SUMMARY:Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition: Planet vs Plastics (part 1)
DESCRIPTION:At 6:30 p.m.\, Dr. Charles Rolsky\, executive director and senior research analyst of the Shaw Institute in Blue Hill\, will talk about the impact of plastic pollution on the environment and what we can do to help. He will be preceded by Plastic Pollution Solutions\, a BBWC committee working to decrease the use of single-use plastics\, who will discuss their efforts. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. to view Earth Day posters created by area students. Light refreshments will be served. Co-sponsored by the Belfast Free Library. The programs will be held in the Abbott Room of the Belfast Free Library and are free and open to the public.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/belfast-bay-watershed-coalition-planet-vs-plastics-part-1/
LOCATION:Belfast Public Library\, 106 High St\, Belfast\, ME\, 04915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240412T170000
DTSTAMP:20240325T020242Z
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SUMMARY:30th Annual NACSETAC Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute’s associate research scientist\, Michelle Berger\, will be on hand to present a poster at this year’s annual conference of the North Atlantic Chapter of SETAC. It will be held at the prestgious Marine Biological Laboratory at Woods Hole on Cape Cod! We expect that there will be ample opportunities for networking\, collaboration\, and knowledge sharing with fellow researchers and professionals from across our region. \nThe Shaw poster explains our process of exploring the sources and extent of PFAS contamination in the town of Surry after it was discovered at the local elementary school.Poster presentations will be on April 11\, from 5pm to 6pm.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/30th-annual-nacsetac-conference/
LOCATION:Marine Biological Laboratory\, 7 Mbl St\, Woods Hold\, 02543\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240329T160000
DTSTAMP:20240319T165544Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Ocean Symposium (Hybrid event)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the latest science and conservation issues impacting the Gulf of Maine\, and how you can help!\nConfirmed speakers and topics include: \n\nKeynote: Charles Rolsky\, PhD\, Shaw Institute\, presenting about microplastics\nJohn Mohan\, PhD\, Assistant Professor\, University of New England – Sharks\nHeather Pettis\, Kraus Marine Mammal Conservation Program\, Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life – North Atlantic Right Whales\nJulie Paprocki\, PhD\, Assistant Professor of Ocean Engineering\, University of New Hampshire – Geophysics\, Great Bay Estuary\nBrendan Clifford\, NH Fish and Game – Piping Plovers\nBob Dale\, Jr.\, Marketing and Outreach Coordinator\, Center for Wildlife – Avian flu\, bird rescue\n\nThere will also be many opportunities to meet local researchers\, educators\, and other ocean enthusiasts\, plus exhibit space for organizations attending the symposium. \nSymposium Registration\nRegistration is free\, but donations are appreciated.\nRefreshments will be provided for in-person attendees. \nRegister here \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer: Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation Events \nBlue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation Events\n\nCreator: Created by: blueoceansociety@gmail.com Created by: blueoceansociety@gmail.com
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/blue-ocean-symposium-hybrid-event/
LOCATION:Star Theatre\, 120 Rogers Road\, Kittery\, ME\, 03904\, United States
CATEGORIES:External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240328T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240328T160000
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SUMMARY:Maine Sustainability & Water Conference
DESCRIPTION:Our Associate Scientist\, Michelle Berger\, will be presenting a poster at the Maine Sustainability and Water Conference that will delve into our process of exploring the sources and extent of PFAS contamination in the town of Surry after it was discovered at the local elementary school. Poster presentations will take place between 10:30am and 11:30am. \nThe Maine Sustainability and Water Conference provides an annual forum where professionals\, researchers\, consultants\, citizens\, students\, regulators\, and planners gather to exchange information and present new findings on sustainability and water resource issues in Maine. \nLaunched in 1994 by UMaine’s Senator George J. Mitchell Center with a primary focus on the future of Maine’s water resources\, the conference has grown to incorporate topics related to many of the sustainability challenges facing Maine\, including issues related to climate change\, energy futures\, agriculture\, forestry\, fisheries\, tourism\, and municipal planning. The conference attracts a broad audience of close to 400 participants from across the state. \n\nCLICK HERE to learn more details about Michelle’s presentation. Scroll down to the Professional section. Poster sessions run 10:30am to 11:30am.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/maine-sustainability-water-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Dr.\, Augusta\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240321T092000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240321T214000
DTSTAMP:20240218T164231Z
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SUMMARY:Shaw to Present at ACS: Characterizing Human Exposure to Microplastics During Pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, Executive Director & Senior Research Scientist at the Shaw Institute\, will be presenting at the prestigious ACS Spring 2024. The conference runs March 17 – 21\, in New Orleans\, and Dr. Rolsky’s talk will take place Thursday\, March 21\, 2024 from 9:20 AM – 9:40 AM ET. \nTOPIC: Characterizing Human Exposure to Microplastics During Pregnancy
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/shaw-to-present-at-acs-characterizing-human-exposure-to-microplastics-during-pregnancy/
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240314T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240314T170000
DTSTAMP:20240204T175249Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240204T175249Z
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SUMMARY:Putting Together the Pieces of the PFAS Puzzle
DESCRIPTION:Friends from the Field Webinar Series: Putting together the pieces of the PFAS puzzle   \nFree\, Virtual event \nJoin us to hear from Associate Scientist Michelle Berger and Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, executive director of the Shaw Institute\, on their local work investigating forever chemicals known as\, PFAS\, in the town of Surry and beyond. Find out the lessons learned in mitigating these chemicals from our drinking water in a more accessible way and Charlie’s role within Governor Mills’ PFAS subcommittee. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED. CLICK HERE.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/putting-together-the-pieces-of-the-pfas-puzzle/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Hill Heritage Trust":MAILTO:info@bluehillheritagetrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240201T133000
DTSTAMP:20240201T232235Z
CREATED:20230819T024535Z
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SUMMARY:ASU Biodesign SM3 Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, executive director and senior research scientists of the Shaw Institute\, will be at Arizona State University to deliver a talk at the ASU Biodesign Center for Sustainable Macromolecular Materials. He’ll be discussing “Microplastics: too small to worry about or a bigger problem than we think?”.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/shaw-institute-open-house/
LOCATION:ASU Biodesign Institute\, 1001 S McAllister Ave\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240120T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240120T113000
DTSTAMP:20231109T235522Z
CREATED:20231010T143056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T235522Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime With Charlie the Shark
DESCRIPTION:Charlie the Shark returns to the Blue Hill Public Library to once again read for the kids and teach them about the value of our oceans.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/storytime-with-charlie-the-shark/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Road\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240119T190000
DTSTAMP:20240109T031324Z
CREATED:20231204T023358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T031324Z
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SUMMARY:Between Land to Sea: Beach Bacteria Monitoring on the Blue Hill Peninsula
DESCRIPTION:As part of Blue Hill Heritage Trust’s (BHHT) mission to teach and practice a stewardship ethic\, BHHT will host an open house event at the Shaw Institute. Through presentations and demonstrations\, participants will learn about the Shaw Institute’s work on fecal bacteria levels around the Blue Hill Peninsula to address public and ecological health. Snow or rain date Sunday\, January 21\, from 10–11 am. Pre-registration is required. Please email Education Coordinator Merrin Brache at merrin@bluehillheritagetrust.org or call (207) 374-5118.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/between-land-to-sea-beach-bacteria-monitoring-on-the-blue-hill-peninsula/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Hill Heritage Trust":MAILTO:info@bluehillheritagetrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231130T133000
DTSTAMP:20231129T155311Z
CREATED:20231109T154222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T155311Z
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SUMMARY:Our Director to Join EPA Webinar On Microplastics
DESCRIPTION:Our executive director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Trash Free Waters Program is hosting a webinar on micro- and nanoplastics in human health as part of the Trash Free Waters webinar series.  The webinar is tentatively scheduled for November 30\, 2023 from 12:00p.m-1:30pm ET.   The agenda will include several speakers followed by approximately 20 minutes for questions and discussion. \nThe goal of this webinar is to give an overview of human exposure to and health impacts from micro- and nano-plastics\, including an examination of how specific bodily systems are (or may be) affected by plastic pollution. Furthermore\, as a background\, the draft learning objectives of the webinar are as follows: \n\nDefines micro- and nanoplastics and their sources\nDescribe how humans are exposed to these pollutants including inhalation and ingestion\, noting the high concentration in food items and water sources.\nExplore the evidence between plastics’ interaction with biological functions\, both of animals and humans\nIndicate what human systems are at-risk including respiratory\, immune\, digestive\, reproductive\, and nervous systems.\nExplain the current field of research and how these findings are being determined.\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/epa-webinar-micro-and-nanoplastics-in-human-health/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231031T170000
DTSTAMP:20231010T142244Z
CREATED:20231010T142244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T142244Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Open House
DESCRIPTION:It’s a delight to once again open our doors to the public as part of the Blue Hill Downtown Trick or Treat event.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/halloween-open-house/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Institute":MAILTO:info@shawinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231025T170000
DTSTAMP:20231023T230557Z
CREATED:20231010T141957Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Rolsky to Give Keynote at Dauphin Island Sea Lab
DESCRIPTION:The Dauphin Sea Lab Foundation’s keynote speaker\, on October 25\, will be Dr. Charles “Charlie” Rolsky\, the Executive Director and Senior Research Scientist for the prestigious Shaw Institute in Blue Hill\, Maine. In his leadership role there\, he continues to build on their strong reputation and legacy of researching links between environmental contamination and human health\, which includes plastic pollution\, PFAS chemicals\, and other contaminants of concern.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/dr-charlie-rolsky-is-keynote-speaker-at-dauphine-island-sea-lab/
LOCATION:Dauphine Island Sea Lab\, 4513 Old Shell Road\, Mobile\, AL\, 36889\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231006T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231006T110000
DTSTAMP:20230819T024411Z
CREATED:20230819T024411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T024411Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Time With Charlie the Shark
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/reading-time-with-charlie-the-shark/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Town Wharf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230910T130000
DTSTAMP:20230819T023655Z
CREATED:20230713T190235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T023655Z
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SUMMARY:Beach Cleanup With Blue Hill Heritage Trust
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute and Blue Hill Heritage Trust invite you to join us Saturday\, September 10th from 11am-1pm pm for a Beach Cleanup Day. Be a part of Plastic Oceans International event\, Trees and Seas festival by helping to clean up a beautiful property which is under conservation with BHHT. Plastics collected at this event will contribute to scientific research done at the Shaw Institute using our new plastics analysis and identification instrument. This data will be shared and combined with other communities around the world participating in Trees and Seas.\n\nParticipants should arrive at 11am. We will provide materials and assign paired volunteers specific areas and duties including data collection.\n\nPrizes will be awarded for fun categories. Family friendly\, and please bring water bottles\, wear durable work gloves\, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. Registration is not required. For further info\, contact the BHHT office (207)374-5118 or the Shaw Institute at info@shawinstitute.org
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/beach-cleanup-with-shaw-institute-blue-hill-heritage-trust-and-plastic-oceans/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230903T200000
DTSTAMP:20230819T024208Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Sludge: A PFAS Uprising
DESCRIPTION:Sludge: A PFAS Uprising is a new documentary film about family farmers in Maine that spoke out about toxic forever chemicals poisoning their land\, water\, livestock and bodies … only to lose everything. Following the 32 minute film will be a panel discussion.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/film-screening-sludge-a-pfas-uprising/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Institute":MAILTO:info@shawinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230826T093000
DTSTAMP:20230819T024810Z
CREATED:20230819T023547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T024810Z
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SUMMARY:Parker Ridge Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, executive director of the Shaw Institute\, will be visiting the Parker Ridge retirement home to deliver a talk about the research that his team is currently conducting. He’ll also discuss marine wildlife prevalent in the Blue Hill Bay area and how his team is working with partners to help stranded marine mammals.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/parker-ridge-presentation/
LOCATION:Parker Ridge\, 63 Parker Ridge Lane\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 01614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Institute":MAILTO:info@shawinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230808T190000
DTSTAMP:20230802T190554Z
CREATED:20230726T010753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T190554Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Speaker Series: Rosemary Seton
DESCRIPTION:The 20th season of our Environmental Speaker Series continues! “Rosie” Seton will share what it means to respond to marine mammal emergencies and strandings along 2\,600 miles of Maine’s coastline and islands. \nRECEPTION begins at 5pm and will feature wine and cheese courtesy of the Blue Hill Wine Shop. \nTALK by Ms. Roy begins at 6pm. Come join the conversation! \nCan’t make it in person? No worries\, the lecture will be presented live on Zoom\, which you can access HERE. The Zoom will also be recorded and posted on our YouTube channel by August 10\, 2023.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/environmental-speaker-series-rosemary-seton/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Speaker Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Institute":MAILTO:info@shawinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230805T160000
DTSTAMP:20230726T010327Z
CREATED:20230726T010246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T010327Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 4th annual Blue Hill Maritime Festival will now take place on Saturday\, August 5\, 10am-4pm. (Scheduling conflict on 19th) It will be a celebration of Blue Hill’s maritime past featuring traditional small boats\, boat rides and demonstrations\, sea shanties and nautical tunes\, seafood\, ice cream and more. There will be plenty of activities for the little ones. There is no admission fee so everyone can join us for a fun summer day by the bay. The Shaw Festival will on hand to answer questions about our research\, projects and programs.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/blue-hill-maritime-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Town Wharf
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230727T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230727T190000
DTSTAMP:20230725T211127Z
CREATED:20230712T233615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T211127Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Speaker Series: Louise Roy
DESCRIPTION:The ABCs of PFAS: Impact and Progress in Maine\nMs. Roy\, an environmental hydrogeologist with Maine DEP\, will discuss contaminants like PFAS in soil and groundwater\, how they get into the environment\, and results from the seminal work being done across Maine. \nRECEPTION begins at 5pm and will feature wine and cheese courtesy of the Blue Hill Wine Shop. \nTALK by Ms. Roy begins at 6pm. Come join the conversation! \nCan’t make it in person? No worries\, the lecture will be presented live on Zoom\, which you can access HERE. The Zoom will also be recorded and posted on our YouTube channel by July 14\, 2023.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/environmental-speaker-series-louise-roy/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Speaker Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaw Institute":MAILTO:info@shawinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230712T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230712T190000
DTSTAMP:20230712T180330Z
CREATED:20230712T175646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T180330Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Speaker Series: Dr. James Brown
DESCRIPTION:Ban\, Recycle or Replace: What is Most Sustainable?\nFREE EVENT! The Shaw Institute continues the 20th season of its Environmental Speaker Series. On July 12\, we present James Brown\, Ph.D.\, from Arizona State University’s renowned Biodesign Center for Sustainable Macromolecular Materials and Manufacturing. Dr. Brown will highlight his pivotal research on material design\, plastics recycling\, and how creating eco-friendly replacements for dangerous chemicals\, such as PFAS\, can lead us to a more sustainable future. \nRECEPTION begins at 5pm and will feature wine and cheese courtesy of the Blue Hill Wine Shop. \nTALK by Dr. James Brown begins at 6pm. Come join the conversation! \nCan’t make it in person? No worries\, the lecture will be presented live on Zoom\, which you can access HERE. The Zoom will also be recorded and posted on our YouTube channel by July 14\, 2023.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/environmental-speaker-series-dr-james-brown/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Speaker Series
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