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Friends,

Are you having trouble keeping up with climate news? You're not alone. There's just.. So. Much. Happening. The fires in the Amazon rainforest, the DNC's sad, pitiful (and enraging!) struggle over hosting a climate debate, Democratic candidates presenting climate plans, Trump snubbing a G7 climate meeting... it's beyond overwhelming.

And yet, we're meeting this challenge. You'll be astounded by the sheer number of people taking action and the many opportunities for you to tap in. See below for so many options: Watch a movie, join a protest, or go to a 350 Mass node meeting.

It's an overwhelming world, but nothing's more inspiring than the overwhelming people power of the climate movement. Come see for yourself.

In solidarity,
Rosemary Mosco
Newsletter Volunteer


** Charlie's Climate Catastrophe Tour
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The week after Sep 20's Global Climate Strike, we're taking our Gov. Charlie Baker puppet on tour to all the gas leaks, compressor stations, and train stations that he's never visited.

Host a stop on the tour! Charlie Baker is a climate failure. We need your help to expose him. Host an event in your community—a movie screening about the Merrimack Valley gas explosions, a rally near the biggest gas leak in town, or something else. Create your event here ([link removed]) and we'll help you do outreach. Contact [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) with any questions!

Charlie's Trip to Weymouth: We're kicking off Charlie's Climate Catastrophe Tour with a march to a place where Baker's never been. Join us as we take our Charlie Baker puppet from the State House to the proposed site of the dangerous compressor station in Weymouth! RSVP here ([link removed]) . Interested in planning? Sign up here ([link removed]) . Sun, Sep 22.


** Other 350 Mass News
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Allston-Brighton Node Community Outreach at Aeronaut Beer Garden: Join the Allston-Brighton Node to speak with community members about the climate strikes, the climate crisis, and beyond. Thu, Sep 5, 4:30-9 pm, Aeronaut Allston, 267 Western Ave, Boston.

Film Screening—Under Pressure: Come see a student-produced documentary that explores the 2018 Merrimack Valley gas explosions and their aftermath. This event is sponsored by 350 MA, The Sierra Club, and The Blanding Library. See the trailer here ([link removed]) and the Facebook event here ([link removed]) . Mon, Sep 9, 6:30-8 pm, Blanding Public Library, 124 Bay State Rd, Rehoboth.

Candidate Forum on Energy and the Environment—Boston City Council District 9:
Come hear from Jonathan Allen, Brandon Bowser, Liz Breadon, Craig Cashman, Dan Daly, Lee Nave, and Amanda Smart. Thu, Sep 12, 6-8 pm, Brighton Allston Congregational Church, UCC, 404 Washington St, Boston.

Next Transportation Working Group Meeting: Mark your calendars! As usual, we'll have dinner, and you can call in via Zoom. Thu, Sep 19, 5:45-8 pm, Cambridge Cohousing, 175 Richdale Ave (near Porter Sq).

Honk Festival: Lets march together in the Honk Parade October 13! All nodes are invited to join together and march under the 350 Mass banner. Please send your node's desire to participate and suggestions on parade activities to More info coming soon! Sun, Oct 13, Davis Sq, Somerville.

Franklin 2050—The Climate Crisis: Join the 350 Mass Greater Franklin node for a free educational forum on the climate crisis, its challenges, causes, effects and policy implications. More details and RSVP here ([link removed]) . Thu, Oct 17, 7-9 pm, Elks Lodge #2136, 1077 Pond St, Franklin.

Make a video to support the Climate Strike: School strikers are calling on youth, parents, and all concerned citizens to join the Sep 20 Climate Strike and the week of action that follows. Adults will stand in solidarity with youth to ensure a just and livable future for all. Create a short video about why you're striking, why you care about the climate crisis, and why it's personal to your life! See the first video here ([link removed][0]=68.ARBkVA1M_bDKXvXwVupdCXkfPns6Xm6_nikvCs8Pl5zSaGJq4hk_vwT0hVcXoOnaHwNqzKw5MCqB75J5RtJGDKKKvIuYm-tIHSg8mzmu-7CGwj8Eh4AVLqqTkgecEtfQ2dKHDgdtfCf0HgdxHe3lQV25lUTUKQ94qWaSXk9ooMyFfE-amJGWDWfCCX7eAaYlnfGtsaaey9XvyNoOcUeoIn0zcVhhf-Fd13P6XpSwd8Xl4IZgnk3WIuaqzrcvYQ7QCtYyEYc4K-ozA_MTFX9oCcLBcSQyA8ZichfvCPRhRwCXe8ODn99K6kdhDAcWZ_4Y3231ZTyEDIWjykdR_WPxG8uaGGgJfF5-QzqfBECh&__tn__=-R) . Instructions here ([link removed]) . Upload
videos here ([link removed]) .

Write a Letter to the Editor: 350 Mass members write lots of letters to the editor, many of which get published! Here are some recent letters:
* The Berkshire Eagle: Meeting brought the science on climate change ([link removed])
* Cape Cod Times: No logic in delaying offshore wind projects ([link removed])

Want to join the team? Email Vignesh Ramachandran (mailto:[email protected]) to find out more!


** Other Climate Movement News
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Film Screening Of Voices That Heal: As people begin to awaken to the deforestation crisis in the Amazon, it's important that we learn from the indigenous communities who call the Amazon their home and protect it with their lives. Voices that Heal is a film told from the perspective and in the languages of those communities. See the Facebook event. ([link removed]) TOMORROW, Wed, Aug 28, Ayni Institute, 50 Maverick Sq, Boston.

Protest to Protect the Amazon: Brazil's President Bolsonaro is opening up Amazonia for increased cattle ranching, agriculture, and mining at the expense of indigenous land. During his presidential campaign, Bolsonaro declared, "Not one centimeter of land will be demarcated for Indigenous reserves." Join Extinction Rebellion for a protest at the Brazilian consulate. RSVP here. ([link removed]) Thu, Aug 29, 8 am, Brazilian Consulate, 175 Purchase St, Boston.

Webinar on Supporting Youth in the Climate Movement: Are you an adult ally who wants to learn to support youth in the climate movement? Learn about the oppression of young people of color, find out how to heal and prevent burnout, and discover how you can support youth of color to organize effectively. Find out more and register here. ([link removed]) Thu, Aug 29, 7-8:30 pm.

Women of Cancer Alley Film and Discussion: The Women of Cancer Alley is a first-ever collection of films made by women who live adjacent to chemical plants, tank farms and refineries along the Mississippi River in south Louisiana. More info and RSVP here ([link removed]) . Wed, Sep 18, 7 pm, Hitchcock Center for the Environment, 845 West Street, Amherst.

Event with Dr. Adrienne Hollis: Come to a free event with Dr. Hollis, the Lead Climate Justice Analyst for the Union of Concerned Scientists and former Director of Federal Policy for WE ACT for Environmental Justice in NYC. Thu, Sep 19, 3-4:30 pm, Integrated Sciences Complex Building, 3rd floor conference room #3300, UMass Boston.


** Solidarity Opportunities
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Petition to Support United Houma Nation: Sign this petition for federal recognition for the United Houma Nation. Due to lack of recognition, they can't directly access to federal resources or get support. These signatures are coordinated with the Principal Chief on the tribe’s annual trip to visit DC decision-makers who have the power to approve the almost 40 year pending petition. Sign the petition here ([link removed] ) .
Is this newsletter a helpful resource? Help us make it possible by donating ([link removed]) today!


** About Better Future Project and 350 Mass
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Better Future Project (BFP) ([link removed]) builds grassroots power to advance a rapid transition beyond fossil fuels. 350 Mass ([link removed]) is Better Future Project's volunteer-led climate action network.

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Upcoming Node Meetings
All are welcome!

Allston-Brighton
Mon, Sep 9, 6-7:30 pm
Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center
123 Antwerp St, Allston

Berkshires
Wed, Sep 18, 6-8 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church
175 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield

Boston
Tue, Sep 10, 7-8:30 pm
First Church in Jamaica Plain
6 Eliot St, Jamaica Plain

Cambridge-Somerville
Tue, Sep 3, 6:30-8:30 pm (orientation for new members at 6 pm)
First Church Cambridge
11 Garden St, Cambridge
Cape Cod
Thu, Sep 12, 7-8:30 pm
Sturgis Library
3090 Main St, Barnstable

Greater Franklin
Thu, Sep 5, 7-9 pm
First Universalist Society in Franklin
262 Chestnut St, Franklin

Lowell
Wed, Sep 4, 7-8:30 pm
Mill No. 5
250 Jackson St, Lowell

MetroNorth
Wed, Aug 28, noon-1:30 pm
Unitarian Church
478 Main St, Winchester

MetroWest
Thu, Sep 5, 7-9 pm
First Parish of Sudbury
327 Concord Rd, Sudbury

Mystic
Tue, Sep 10, 7-8:30 pm
Medford High School, Rm V220
489 Winthrop St, Medford

Newton
Tue, Sep 17, 7-9 pm
First Unitarian Society in Newton
1326 Washington St, Newton

North Shore
Tue, Sep 3, 4:30-6 pm (potluck from 6-8:30pm!)
Pagoda at Salem Willows
165 Fort Ave, Salem

South Coast
Tue, Aug 27, 7-8:30 pm
First Parish Church in Taunton
76 Church Green, Taunton

South Shore
Tue, Sep 3, 7:30-9:30 pm
Old Ship Church Parish House
107 Main St, Hingham

Upper Charles
Mon, Sep 23, 7-9 pm
Sherborn UU
11 Washington St, Sherborn

Watertown
Sun, Sep 1, 4:15-6 pm
The Residence at Watertown Square
20 Summer St, Watertown

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