August 1, 2014

ACE is Hiring!
Energy Masters
Workday Coordinator
Do you know a logistical whiz who can help wrangle volunteers and coordinate our Energy Masters Workdays? If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more!

Fall Intern
We are also accepting applications for a fall internship position. Although the internship is unpaid, the experience you'll gain will be priceless.
Learn more!

Thanks for Your Support
ACE depends on the donations of individual members to support our work in the community protecting open spaces, preserving water quality, and promoting energy efficiency.

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Join ACE (and Volunteer with Us)
at the Arlington County Fair!
August 8-10th
Thomas Jefferson Community Center
3501 Second Street South

The Arlington County Fair is one of the largest free events on the East coast and has been providing quality entertainment for more than 35 years.  Come and enjoy competitive exhibits, midway rides and games, entertainment, vendors, racing piglets, and more!  Be sure to stop by the ACE indoor booth to learn about volunteer opportunities, energy saving tips, and the Arlington Energy Masters program, which is now accepting applications for the fall session. Or just stop by to say hi!
 ACE Booth at Arlington County Fair
Volunteers are also needed to staff our booth. If you enjoy working with people and want to help spread the word about how residents can help make Arlington a more sustainable community, we'd love to hear from you. Sign up to volunteer today!
 
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Help Arlington Become a
More Sustainable Community:
Become an Arlington Energy Master
  
Now in it's fourth year, the highly successful and award-winning Arlington Energy Masters program promotes a more energy efficient and sustainable community by engaging professionally trained volunteers in energy efficiency, weatherization, and water conservation techniques, and in delivering community education and outreach programs. You, too, can become part of this community of volunteers that are dedicated to helping to improve the comfort of residents in affordable housing apartments, reduce energy costs, and promote behavior change for sustained environmental impact.

High school and college students are also welcome to participate as Energy-Masters-in-Training. This is a great opportunity for students to learn hands-on skills and earn community service hours.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through September 15 or until all spaces are filled. Apply by August 15th for priority consideration and enjoy a $5 discount off the $50 registration fee. (Note: no fee for students.)

Not ready to become an Energy Master? Learn more about the many other ways that you can contribute the the program.   
 
Energy Efficiency ~ Beyond the Basics:  
Insulation and Sealing
Thursday, September 11, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 
Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford Street, Arlington 
This workshop will explore building science, the thermal envelope of your home, and tips on how to improve your home's energy efficiency. Cost is $15 (free for ACE members and Arlington Energy Masters.) Register today!

Four Mile Run Cleanup
Saturday, September 20,  9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Barcroft Park, 4200 South Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington
Join ACE to remove trash and debris from one of our favorite local parks as we work in partnership with Clean Virginia Waterways as part of the Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup.  This is a great event for families, groups, or individuals.  Supplies and snacks will be provided. 
   
Energy Education Training for
School Volunteers
 
Tuesday, September 23, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 
Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford Street, Arlington 
This workshop provides training for volunteers to deliver interactive programs to K-12 classrooms. The program features engaging lessons from NEED, the National Energy Education Development Project.  Register today!
  
Local and Regional Events
 
To stay current on all upcoming events, visit our website.

  

HOG Pull 

Saturday, August 2, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Haley Park, 2400 S. Meade St., Arlington

Join RiP and ARMN volunteers in helping support native species and improve wildlife habitat by removing invasive plants
 
Wednesdays,  7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St., Arlington

Aug. 6th- Fall Vegetable Gardening

Aug. 13th - Gardening Film

Aug. 20th - Food Preservation: Canning, Drying, Freezing

 
Leaders in Energy Networking Happy Hour
Tuesday, August 19, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
1900 M Street NW, 4th Floor, Washington DC, 20036 
This free event will feature two speakers who will examine the trends and projections for green jobs in the region. Food and beverages provided. Please RSVP.
 

Composting for Home Gardeners

Tuesday, August 26, 7:30 -  8:30 p.m.

Fairlington Community Center, 3308 South Stafford St., Arlington. 

VCE Master Gardeners will present basic instructions and information on how to start composting at home.  Free, but registration is required: 703-228-6414.
All the best,
Elenor Hodges
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment 
3308 S. Stafford Street
Arlington, VA 22206
Office: 703-228-6427
elenor@arlingtonenvironment.org
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