The Rotary Club of Alameda, CASA, 100K Trees for Humanity, ARPD, and the Kindness coalition all pitched in to complete an exciting project on Saturday, February 21. Meghan Noonan shares the awesome teamwork that resulted in 22 new trees planted at Leydecker Park. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/rotary-club-plants-22-trees-leydecker-park-invites-community-to-help/

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With the sun shining overhead and a gentle breeze blowing on August 23, Rhythmix Cultural Works presented the final installment of their environmental series, Rising Seas. Kelly Rogers Flynt shares photos of the performances, as well as the booths for games, crafts, and conversation. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/rising-seas-summer-series-creates-sea-change/

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Thanks to several local organizations, Alameda is a little greener. "The cedar trees look great in their position in Main Street Linear Park, and will provide shade and wildlife habitat for years to come, as well as helping to prevent water runoff and protect the climate," writes Joyce Mercado. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/main-street-linear-park-welcomes-new-leafy-additions/

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On July 12, Rhythmix presented the third of four installments of their Rising Seas series. "These free public art performances included global music, immersive dance, and site-responsive theater centered on the theme of climate change and our relationship to water," writes Kelly Rogers Flynt. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/rhythmix-rising-seas-delivers-both-warnings-inspiration/

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At a ceremony last month, public agency StopWaste announced the winners of the 2025 Environmental Leadership Awards, including three organizations leading sustainability efforts in the City of Alameda—Alameda Backyard Growers, Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA) and OKAPI Reusables. https://alamedapost.com/news/stopwaste-recognizes-three-environmental-leaders-in-alameda/

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Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA) is offering a free presentation on Monday, June 9, about what our community is doing to assess our vulnerabilities to sea level rise and help us create adaptation solutions. The event will be offered at Mastick Center from 6 to 9 p.m. https://alamedapost.com/news/help-shape-future-waterfront/

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The Home Electrification Fair on May 3 at Faction Brewing offered an opportunity to explore electrification. Residents chatted with representatives from various organizations about the "why" and "how" of switching to electric. Karin K. Jensen details the event and provides resources. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/home-electrification-fair-answers-why-how-electrify-home/

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We may enjoy our single-use drink cups for a half an hour, but their lifespan continues far, far into the future. Gene Kahane shares a short documentary called 'Story of the Cup,' which releases on April 22, 2025. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/activists-artists-tell-story-of-the-cup/

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Picking up litter year-round is an ongoing effort for some. On Saturday, April 12, dozens of student volunteers showed up at Seaplane Promenade Park at Alameda Point to pick up litter and trash from around the lagoon. Richard Bangert shares photos and chats with organizers about their mission. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/student-volunteers-lead-litter-cleanup-around-seaplane-lagoon/

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There's always something to do in Alameda! This week, grab a beginner-friendly gardening class, beautify our coastline with good company, get crafty with an earring class, soak up great vibes at the Alameda Punks Parade, and come together for a community potluck. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-cleanup-crafts-community/

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