East Lansing | Ann Arbor | Grand Rapids | Clinton Township | Royal Oak

We need constituents to talk with their local lawmakers at the municipal level, and at the state level about what needs to be done to stop water from being shipped out of the Great Lakes. We also need concerned citizens to assist us in our Clean Energy Now campaign, to stop seven new dirty coal plants from being built in Michigan. Please give the office nearest you a call, and we will set up a meeting to train you on how to talk with elected officials, and motivate others to take action, and make democracy work. We will also connect you with other likeminded neighbors who are taking action.

We have on-going volunteer opportunities with our Great Lakes Great Michigan II and Clean Energy Now campaigns. We need stronger laws that protect all waters in Michigan from being shipped away from the Great Lakes, and we need to move Michigan into a clean energy future. Please call one of our organizers, we always need help! Upcoming events and activist nights:

East Lansing

1200 Michigan Ave., Suite A East Lansing, MI 48823 517.203.0754

Join Clean Water Action new volunteers and members for a Clean Water Action 101 presentation, snacks, and most importantly--we'll be working on finishing strong with our campaign to keep Great Lakes water here in Michigan. RSVP to bfarrington@cleanwater.org

Ann Arbor

205 1/2 North Main St. Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (734) 222-6347

Join other local activists for an evening of activism. Please call Laura Russello, Environmental Health Organizer, with any questions at (734) 222-6347.

Grand Rapids

949 Wealthy Street SE, Suite 207 Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (616) 742-4084

Help get raw sewage out of our water in Kent County!

We will be educating and mobilizing our community in the most effective way with door-to-door work. If you are concerned about a million gallons of raw sewage leaking every day from failing septic systems in Kent County - Come be apart of the change! RSVP to mjohnson@cleanwater.org

Help keep our state's water in public control! Make democracy work by calling our members and facilitate speaking truth to power.

Or come be awesome anytime and volunteer in our office!

Clinton Township

38875 Harper Ave. Clinton Twp., MI 48036 (586) 783-8900

Join Clean Water Action new volunteers and members for a Clean Water Action 101 presentation, snacks, and most importantly--we'll be working on finishing strong with our campaign to keep Great Lakes water here in Michigan.

Royal Oak

1723 West Fourteen Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073 (248) 549-6357

Volunteer Nights

Starting in June we will be meeting in our Royal Oak office every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. Please RSVP to Lynna at (586) 556-8805.

Are you concerned that we are shipping our Great Lakes water away while importing mountains of out-of-state and Canadian trash? Are you worried about the chemicals in your children's toys, cleaning products and health and beauty products? Are you concerned about Michigan's energy future? Do you want to make sure that environmentally-friendly candidates are elected to office? Are you willing to work to make sure our health and our environment are protected? Then volunteer with Clean Water Action and become part of the coalition of citizens working for change.

Events

Thursday, June 5 - 6:00pm-8:00pm - Oakland University, Rochester
Renewable Energy Town Hall
Michigan's energy future is being decided right now, and your lawmakers need to know where you stand. Seven new, dirty coal plants have been proposed in Michigan and the first one just received a permit to begin construction. If you believe that Michigan's energy future needs to go in another direction by investing in renewable energy and bringing green manufacturing jobs to the state then join us and let your voice be heard.

Friday, June 20 - 8:00pm-11:00pm - Clean Water Action Oakland County Office (1723 W. 14 Mile Rd., Royal Oak)
In the dark...
We're going dark to raise awareness about our Energy Independence and No Coal campaigns. That's right we're having a party and we're not going to use any energy!

Join us at 8:00pm for some locally grown refreshments. Our program will start promptly at 8:30pm... we'll discuss our current campaigns, take action and work on some art projects to help raise awareness about energy issues. Please RSVP to Heather at (313) 815-3353.

Green Lunch Seminars

Friday, June 13 - 12:00pm-1:30pm - Whole Foods Market (1404 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills)
Protecting Michigan's Groundwater
Do you ever wonder how our actions including how we care for our lawn, our cars and our pets affect the quality of our groundwater? Then join us when Mebby Pearson from Michigan State University's Oakland County Extension office will talk with us about how our actions at surface are affecting the quality of our groundwater below. Ms. Pearson will bring with her a fabulous groundwater model and lots of helpful resources to help us become better groundwater stewards.

Wednesday, June 25 - 12:00pm-1:00pm - Bean & Leaf (106 S Main Street, Royal Oak)
Clean Energy Now
Does the thought of building seven new dirty coal plants in Michigan make your blood boil? Are you frustrated the Michigan is losing jobs because we don't require that a portion of our energy come from renewable resources? Then join us and find out what is being done to make sure that Michigan has a clean energy future.

Wednesday, July 30 - 12:00pm-1:00pm - Bean & Leaf (106 S Main Street, Royal Oak)
Landscaping with Native Plants for Better Water Quality
Would you like a low maintenance yard, that is the envy of all your neighbors and helps protect the quality of Michigan's lakes, rivers and streams? Then join us when Ruth Vrbensky from the Oakland County Conservation District educates us on how to landscape with native plants.

Wednesday, August 27 - 12:00pm-1:00pm - Bean & Leaf (106 S Main Street, Royal Oak)
Dangerously Beautiful - What toxic chemicals are hiding in your cupboard?
Lead, Mercury, VOCs, HAPs, PVC, PBDEs, Deca... need help deciphering the alphabet soup? Then join us for lunch and we'll bring you up to speed on the toxic chemicals that are lurking in your home, how to read labels and how to replace dangerous products with safer alternatives.

Wednesday, September 24- 12:00pm-1:00pm - Bean & Leaf (106 S Main Street, Royal Oak)
Composting 101
Would you like to learn how to reduce the amount of trash that you're putting out at the curb and at the same time produce nutrient-rich soil to feed your garden? Then join us when Lillian Dean, Certified Master Composter with the Southeast Oakland County Water Authority, will talk with us about how to turn your trash into gardening gold.

Outings

Saturday, June 21, 2008 - 10:00am-12:00pm
Tour the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Motherhouse in Monroe, Michigan
The IHM Motherhouse is Michigan's premier example of green remodeling. This will be our second tour of the IHM; we've scheduled it in late July so that we are able to admire the much talked about wildflower display that takes place on the grounds. For more info: http://www.ihmsisters.org/www/sustainable_community/sustainable_renovation/tours.asp

There is a $10 fee ($5 for students) associated with this trip and space is limited to 25, please contact Lynna at (586) 556-8805 to reserve a space today. Registration fee is due by June 11.

There is a $15 fee associated with this trip and space is limited to 20, please contact Lynna at (586) 556-8805 to reserve a space today. Registration fee is due by July 1.

Saturday August 9, 2008 - 11am-3pm
Canoe and Kayak Trip on the Pine River
Enjoy a paddling trip on the Pine River starting in St. Clair, MI. Travel through a beautiful nature preserve, picnic area and pass by the marina district on this easy to navigate waterway. Bring the family, and experience the outdoors in eastern Michigan! Get more information.

There is a $6.25 fee associated with this trip and space is limited, please contact Lynna at (586) 556-8805 to reserve a space today.