| The Sierra Club is the
nation's largest grassroots environmental organization, supported by the
efforts of our members and volunteer activist leaders. We hold meetings
and events throughout Massachusetts focusing on conservation issues,
political activities, and the business operations of the chapter and our
local groups. New to the Sierra Club and want to join or learn more?
Join us at any of our meetings or events! All events are free and open
to all Sierra Club members unless otherwise noted.
Special Events
Tax Day Action We Pay Taxes
Corporations Pay Up!
Thursday, May 16, 2013, 12 noon
Location: The Tip O’Neill Federal Building, regional headquarters for
the Social Security Administration and for Housing and Urban
Development
10 Causeway Street, Boston
MBTA: North Station
Join the Budget for All Coalition to protest devastating cuts in
Meals on Wheels, Head Start, Section 8 housing, Ryan White housing
funds, and many other essential federal programs. Last fall
Massachusetts residents voted three-to-one to reject these cuts in the
"Budget for All" referendum. This rally will also call for the
Budget's other planks: jobs, fair taxes, and cuts in unnecessary
defense spending. The rally will also target the Bank of America for
not paying their fair share of taxes. Info: 617-282-3783.
Railroad Service Returns to Cape Cod
Friday, May 24, 2013, 7:45 to 8:30 pm
Hyannis Transportation Center, Hyannis
Railroad service returns to Cape Cod. Sierra Club members will
join with community residents to welcome the first train from Boston
and to encourage public transportation use and a clean energy economy.
Contact: Robert Murphy. Telephone: (508) 563-5948.
murphydalzell@aol.com
Sponsors: Community and environmental groups. Free event.
Climate Change and Environmental Justice
Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church 840 Sandwich Road, Falmouth
Hurricane season starts on June 1st. How can neighbors care for
each other? PowerPoint presentation developed for community amd
religious organizations that work with senior citizens and other
vulnerable groups. contact: Robert Murphy. Telephone: (508) 563-5948.
murphydalzell@aol.com
Sponsors: Community and environmental groups. Free event.
Committee Meetings
Cape Cod and Islands Group Meeting
Monday, May 13, 2013, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Location TBA
May meeting of the Sierra Club's Cape Cod and Islands Group.
Wastewater issues, energy and transportation issues, and climate
change are major concerns. Free event. Contact: Robert Murphy (508)
563-5948. murphydalzell@aol.com
Greater Boston Group Executive Committee Meeting
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 , 7 pm
Chapter Office, 10 Milk Street #632, Boston
Use 294 Washington St. entrance
Free and open to all Sierra Club members. Ask questions, make suggestions,
find out what you can do. Learn whether your state senator and representative
are environmental leaders. Meetings focus on local initiatives, building
awareness of and support for Sierra Club programs and capacity building
through town team development. For details contact
blossomhoag@gmail.com
Massachusetts Chapter Executive Committee Meeting
Sun., May 19, 2013, 1pm
Chapter Office, 10 Milk Street #632, Boston
Use 294 Washington St. entrance
Free and open to all Sierra Club members. Ask questions, make suggestions,
find out what you can do. Learn whether your state senator and representative
are environmental leaders. Hear updates on the chapter's varied work to
protect the environment. For details contact Dan Proctor; see
contacts
page for email address.
Chapter
Political Committee
Tues. May 21, 2013, 6:30pm
Chapter Office, 10 Milk Street #632, Boston
Politicos, Activists, Organizers, Bloggers, People who like to breathe
clean air... the Sierra Club needs YOU! Do you want to make sure we elect
politicians who want to protect the environment? Do you enjoy politics
and want to make a difference in elections? The Sierra Club needs your
help! The Chapter Political Committee endorses and supports environmental
candidates in local, state, and national elections. This meeting would
be a great opportunity to see what the Political Committee does.
You must be a Sierra Club member to attend. Contact
cpc@sierraclubmass.org
Inner City Outings
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