Dear John,
I’m reaching out with important updates to our November Lunch & Learn invitation. We’ll still do a deep dive into the Maine Trails Bond, a vital measure on Tuesday’s ballot, and take a close look at the election results and what they mean for climate action and environmental progress, but some dates have shifted to make space for the annual Indian History & Law Lecture that we co-host with Maine Law and others. This is the fourth year of this incredible learning opportunity, but it slipped my mind when Maggie and I were planning the Lunch & Learn schedule. I guess we’re all a little distracted by the upcoming election!
— Kathleen |
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Friday, November 8, 12-1 PM: Protecting Maine’s Trails and Outdoor Spaces – A Look at the Maine Trails Bond
Join Josh Caldwell, Climate and Clean Energy Manager, and Bronya Lechtman, Grassroots Outreach Manager at the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM), as they break down the significance of the Maine Trails Bond, which is Referendum Question 4 on the November 5th ballot. This $30 million bond would support creating, maintaining, and improving public trails across Maine, benefiting outdoor recreation, local economies, and the environment. Learn how this bond could help maintain trail networks, ensure public access to Maine’s scenic landscapes, and benefit communities while also addressing the impacts of climate change on outdoor infrastructure. You will also learn about how such a widespread supporter base of over 520 businesses, municipalities, and organizations across the state came together over this bond.
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Friday, November 15, 12-1 PM: What Do the Election Results Mean for Climate and the Environment?
The dust will have settled from the November elections, and the results will shape the future of climate policy and environmental protection. Cathy Breen, Director of Government Affairs at Maine Conservation Voters/Maine Conservation Alliance, and Sara Chieffo, Vice President of Government Affairs at the League of Conservation Voters, will guide us through the key takeaways from the election. They’ll share insights on what the results mean for advancing climate action, protecting our democratic processes, and tackling environmental challenges in the years to come. Don't miss this crucial post-election analysis!
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Friday, November 22, 12-1 PM: Fourth Annual Indian Law and History Lecture – Landback and the Law
“Landback” is the rallying cry for a global campaign return unceded, violently seized land to Indigenous peoples. It also describes a broader movement for decolonization and indigenous sovereignty. Join Professor Monte Mills, Director of the Native American Law Center at the University of Washington, and Dr. Suzanne Greenlaw, Post-doctoral Scientist with the Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park, for the fourth annual Indian Law and History Lecture: Landback and the Law.
The 4th Annual Indian Law and History Lecture is hosted by the University of Maine School of Law, in partnership with Maine Conservation Voters and others. This event is available via Zoom and in person at the Maine Center, 300 Fore Street, Portland. Registration is required to attend this event, and 1.5 hours of CLE credit is available.
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Friday, November 29, 12-1 PM: No Lunch & Learn — Thanksgiving Holiday |
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