Applications are now open for a six-week paid job training program by Regenerative Jobs at Alameda’s REAP Climate Center. Courses will be offered Tuesdays on Zoom and Sundays in person, and participants will receive a $1,150 stipend and a certificate. https://alamedapost.com/news/six-week-paid-regenerative-job-training-offered-reap-climate-center/

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At the Sea Level Rise Planning Fair, residents were invited to share ideas, concerns, and hopes for the future of the waterfront as part of developing an Alameda Shoreline Adaptation Plan. Karin K. Jensen explains the evolving strategies and timeline for the Plan. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/timely-sea-level-rise-planning-fair-presents-draft-strategies-neighborhood/

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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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In a major breakthrough for climate workforce development, the partnership between REAP, Greenbelt Alliance, and Pacific Coast Community Services was selected to receive a $530,760 Catalyst Grant. https://alamedapost.com/news/reap-partners-win-major-workforce-grant/

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Rising Seas, a free climate art event presented by Rhythmix Cultural Works, shares the joys and concerns of living on an island amid a climate crisis and rising sea levels. The event will conclude with a special exhibit on August 24, featuring live music, dance, visual art. Photo Maurice Ramirez.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/rising-seas-special-exhibit-set-for-saturday-august-24/

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Founder Jonathan DeLong celebrates the big accomplishments at REAP Climate Center since opening in 2020, looks ahead to the future, and invites you to get involved.

https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/reap-climate-center-is-making-a-difference/

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What's the buzz? The REAP Climate Center, in partnership with Bay Beehives, hosted a Honey Harvest Festival this past Saturday, Nov. 4 at their campus near the Webster Tube. Kelsey Goeres attended the hands-on event, which included creating native bee homes and—of course—a sweet taste of fresh honey.

https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/reap-center-honey-harvest-festival/

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The 2023 Alameda Chamber and Economic Alliance presented the 2023 Business Excellence awards to honor "extraordinary contributions to our community." Publisher Adam Gillitt reports back from the event and shares that the Alameda Post was named Best Community Partner!

https://alamedapost.com/news/chamber-honors-business-excellence/

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REAP Climate Center founder Jonathan DeLong reflects on his opportunity to speak at TedXBoston about "how regenerative soil practices are a bright spot for climate change, food security, health, community building, and everything in between."

https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/reap-climate-center-founder-speaks-at-tedx-boston/

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