Sustainable Transportation

Walking, Biking, Transit, and EVs, Oh My! Navigating the Options for Sustainable Transportation

Thursday, September 14, 7PM at Church In Bethesda

Description: There are loads of options for sustainable transportation these days, and yet most of us are still driving gas cars for most of our trips. Hear about how we can use walking, biking, public transit, electric vehicles, and efficient driving to reduce the money we spend, have a more enjoyable commute, and be more sustainable. I'll cover the benefits, challenges, and solutions to each of these approaches and how we can combine them.

All classes are free and open to the public.

To RSVP, click here to email the class instructor, Shannon Brescher Shea.

Composting

Turning Your Waste into Valuable Soil

Thursday, October 12, 7PM at Church In Bethesda

Food is about 24% of waste in landfills in the U.S. and about 18% in Maryland. Yard waste is about 6% of waste in Maryland. Composting can vastly reduce both numbers. Plus, who doesn't love getting valuable material from waste? Learn how to use composting to greatly reduce your garbage and build soil in your garden or elsewhere. We'll cover types of composting, needed tools, and common challenges.

To RSVP, click here to email the class instructor, Shannon Brescher Shea.

Reducing consumption

Getting a Handle on Buying So Much Stuff! 

Thursday, November 9, 7PM at Church In Bethesda

The Christmas season is a purchasing frenzy, even though we're supposed to be celebrating a child born in the most humble of circumstances.

How can we reduce our consumption? 

We'll discuss the impact rampant consumerism has and how we can be more thoughtful about our purchasing, discovering that it saves us money, time, energy.

All classes are free and open to the public.

To RSVP, click here to email the class instructor, Shannon Brescher Shea.

Basic Tools

And How To Use Them

Thursday, November 16, 7PM at Church In Bethesda

Tired of having to pay someone BIG money to come to your place to do SMALL repairs? Maybe it’s replacing a lightbulb, installing a new HVAC filter, tightening a screw, fixing a dent in the drywall, using caulking— you name it. Have no fear. You can do this! In this class, we’ll teach you how to do basic home repairs. Who knows? You might discover that you’re a master at this.

All classes are free and open to the public.

To RSVP, click here to email the class instructor, Ryan Phipps.

Household Energy Efficiency

And Renewable Energy

January 11, 2024, 7PM at CHurch In Bethesda

Our homes use about 22 percent of the energy used in the U.S. Gas and electric bills are a major expense for most of us. How can we make our bills lower, our homes more comfortable, and use fewer fossil fuels in our houses? We'll discuss installing and buying renewable electricity (like solar and wind), moving away from natural gas with heat pumps and electric or induction stoves, installing insulation to reduce energy use, and buying energy efficient appliances. We'll also talk about the financial incentives available through laws like the Inflation Reduction Act. 

All classes are free and open to the public.

To RSVP, click here to email the class instructor, Shannon Brescher Shea.

Take Better Photos

In this three-week course, we’ll learn how to take better photos with smartphones. We’ll cover exposure, depth of field, and how to edit with Snapseed and Instagram.

This class is free and all ages are welcome. Just bring your smartphone.

How To Meditate

In this three-week course, we’ll learn the basics of meditation- what it is, what it isn’t, and how to make meditation a part of a life where there is very little free time to spare.

This class is free and all ages are welcome. Just bring yourself.