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SUMMARY:Nothin' But Sand June 2025 Beach Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride Month with a joyful eco-pride parade and beach cleanup! Hosted by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath and Heal the Bay\, this event celebrates queerness\, environmental activism\, and ocean love. All attendees are encouraged to wear festive attire\, bring pride flags\, and treat this as a Pride Parade for environmentalists as we walk and clean along the shores of Toes Beach. \nRSVP AND MORE INFO HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/nothin-but-sand-june-2025-beach-cleanup/
LOCATION:Toes Beach\, Tower 42\, 6615 Pacific Ave\, Playa Del Rey\, CA\, 90293\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T160000
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SUMMARY:June Climate Fresk - Coast and Climate Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Looking to make a difference in the fight against climate change while building life-changing skills? The Climate Fresk Workshop is a hands-on\, award-winning experience that simplifies the science of climate change and equips you to take meaningful action- all in just 3 hours. With over 2 million participants worldwide\, it’s not just a workshop; it’s a movement! \nThis workshop offers a unique opportunity to quickly grasp the complexities of climate change through an interactive process grounded in the trusted IPCC reports—the same science that informs global leaders. You’ll collaborate with diverse participants to assemble 42 scientifically grounded cards\, uncovering the connections behind climate change. Reflect on its emotional impact\, share perspectives\, brainstorm actionable solutions\, and leave inspired! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/june-climate-fresk-coast-and-climate-workshop/
LOCATION:Heal the Bay Main Office\, 1444 9th St\, Santa Monica\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T110000
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SUMMARY:Beyond Copenhagen: Walking and Cycling Success Stories Worldwide
DESCRIPTION:A Mini-Symposium from UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies (ITS) \nHow can cities encourage more people to walk and cycle — and to do so in safety? In this mini-symposium\, UCLA ITS will highlight success stories from cities around the world\, looking beyond the well-known models of Copenhagen\, Denmark\, and Amsterdam\, The Netherlands. \nSession 1: What research tells us\nNew research from UCLA\, C40 Cities\, and the Institute of Transportation and Development Policy demonstrates how scaling up ambitions for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure can help achieve substantial climate change and health benefits at the global scale. Adam Millard-Ball will present new research from UCLA\, in partnership with Google\, that provide data-driven guidance on how to encourage active transportation in cities around the world. It draws on travel data from more than 11\,500 cities in 121 countries\, worldwide. \nSession 2: Sharing city experiences\nThis session brings together planners from three cities that exemplify successful planning for walking and cycling in different contexts. \nSession 3: Learning Together\nThe last portion of the mini-symposium will consist of a workshop where participants will choose breakout rooms and join a facilitated discussion. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/beyond-copenhagen-walking-and-cycling-success-stories-worldwide/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T104500
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SUMMARY:Higher Education Climate Leadership Panel: Preparing for Scope 3 and Campus-Wide Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:As new climate disclosure requirements take shape\, colleges and universities are uniquely positioned to lead with integrity\, transparency\, and innovation. Is your campus preparing for Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions reporting? Whether you’re just starting or scaling our reporting efforts\, this session is designed to meet you where you are. \nJoin The Climate Registry for a timely discussion with sustainability leaders from UCLA and Stanford as they share how their institutions are preparing for Scope 3 reporting and engaging their campuses in meaningful climate action. \nThis 45-minute panel will explore\n– Early strategies for tackling Scope 3 emissions\n– How universities are building credible GHG inventories\n– Cross-campus collaboration and student engagement\n– Lessons learned and advice for peers in higher education \nREGISTER HERE \nFormat: Virtual | Free to attend \nSpecial Guests:\nBonny Bentzin\, Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer\, UCLA\nSamantha Lubow\, Associate Director of Climate Action\, Stanford \nModerated by:\nKrystle Golly\, Sustainable Programs Senior Manager\, The Climate Registry
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/higher-education-climate-leadership-panel-preparing-for-scope-3-and-campus-wide-climate-action/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Climate Registry":MAILTO:info@theclimateregistry.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T120000
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SUMMARY:UCLA Latino Climate and Health Dashboard – Community Briefing
DESCRIPTION:This community briefing marks the public launch of UCLA’s Latino Climate and Health Dashboard. \nDeveloped by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute (LPPI) with guidance from a statewide advisory committee of climate justice\, public health\, and data equity leaders\, this new digital resource is the first of its kind to provide Latino neighborhood-level data on how climate and health inequities are impacting our communities across California. \nDuring the briefing\, you’ll hear from the research team and grassroots partners\, see a demonstration of the dashboard\, and learn how this new tool can support your advocacy\, planning\, and policy work. We’ll also discuss ways you can help amplify the launch and ensure this resource reaches the communities that need it most. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/ucla-latino-climate-and-health-dashboard-community-briefing/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T123000
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SUMMARY:Salt Marsh Open House
DESCRIPTION:Visit Cabrillo Beach’s own wetland habitat\, Salinas de San Pedro\, and discover the plants and animals that call it home! Using binoculars\, magnifying glasses and other tools\, CMA Educators and volunteers will help you observe and explore this habitat. Or simply sit back\, watch the tide change and listen to the birds and other wildlife. \nFree and open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations requested for groups of 15 or more. \nMORE INFO HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/salt-marsh-open-house/
LOCATION:Cabrillo Marine Aquarium\, 3720 Stephen M White Dr\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250705T110000
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SUMMARY:Guided Botanical Garden Drop-in Tour – July 5
DESCRIPTION:Join a Garden Guide for a tour of a living museum featuring collections of plants from around the globe! \nYou’ll hear the stories of selected plants in the Garden and their relevance to human society. All ages are welcome. Tours meet at the La Kretz Garden Pavilion at the northern end of the Garden and are given a grace period of 5 minutes. \nTours are free.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/guided-botanical-garden-drop-in-tour-july-5/
LOCATION:UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden\, La Kretz Garden Pavilion\, 707 Tiverton Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T200000
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SUMMARY:Heal the Bay New Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Take the first step in protecting our oceans\, coastal waters\, and watersheds with Heal the Bay! Join us for our Volunteer Orientation and discover how you can get directly involved in Heal the Bay’s work. Learn about our volunteer programs\, meet like-minded environmental advocates\, and be the first to hear about upcoming events and opportunities. \nMORE INFO AND RSVP HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/heal-the-bay-new-volunteer-orientation/
LOCATION:Heal the Bay Aquarium\, 1600 Ocean Front Walk\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
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SUMMARY:Roots of Cool Art Exhibition: Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the opening reception of Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World\, a series of indoor and outdoor art installations at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House at Descanso Gardens. Meet the curators Edith and Jolly de Guzman\, and enjoy a no-host bar and live music. \nWhy attend: Roots of Cool invites visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable. \nRSVPs are not required to attend the event. \nThis exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation\, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources\, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability\, TreePeople\, USDA Forest Service\, Arroyo Arts Collective\, The Nature of Cities\, Avenue 50 Studio\, USC Public Exchange\, Dashboard.Earth\, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles. \nRoots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12\, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery\, the Boddy House\, and throughout the Gardens. Learn more at https://www.descansogardens.org/visit/sturt-haaga-gallery/2025-exhibitions/#roots.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/roots-of-cool-art-exhibition-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House\, Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA\, 91011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T120000
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SUMMARY:Tour of Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant
DESCRIPTION:Join Heal the Bay and LA Sanitation & Environment for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant\, the largest wastewater treatment facility in the Western United States. This guided tour offers a unique look into the intricate processes that transform millions of gallons of wastewater each day into a valuable resource for Los Angeles. \nYou’ll walk through key parts of the facility and learn about the advanced processes used to protect public health and the environment. Following the tour\, we’ll head to the Environmental Learning Center (ELC)\, where interactive exhibits and presentations will deepen your understanding of water recycling\, sustainability\, and the future of water in Southern California. \nThis event is perfect for students\, educators\, community members\, and anyone interested in environmental science\, public infrastructure\, or the City of Los Angeles’s sustainability efforts. \nHighlights Include: \n\nA guided walkthrough of the treatment plant.\nInsight into wastewater management and water reuse.\nHands-on exhibits at the Education Learning Center.\nOpportunities for Q&A with environmental experts.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/tour-of-hyperion-water-reclamation-plant/
LOCATION:Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant\, 12505 Vista Del Mar\, Playa Del Rey\, CA\, 90293\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T220000
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SUMMARY:Food and Film with Alice Waters: Pather Panchali
DESCRIPTION:The UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hammer Museum are thrilled to partner with legendary Bay Area chef\, restaurateur and activist\, Alice Waters for a film series that explores how movies from around the world have represented food and food production. Each program pairs a movie with a special dinner at Lulu restaurant at the Hammer Museum\, Waters’ latest culinary celebration. \nJoin Alice Waters in person for a masterwork of world cinema\, writer-director Satyajit Ray’s directorial debut\, Pather Panchali (1955). Pather Panchali is one of the most eloquent expressions of food’s profound role in human life. Hunger frames much of Ray’s neorealist portrait of an impoverished family struggling to make ends meet in rural Bengal. Its ever-present threat lays bare the physical\, cultural\, emotional and spiritual dimensions of even the simplest meals. The evening’s program will reflect on these resonances\, particularly as intuitively understood by the couple’s young children\, as well as pay tribute to Alice Waters’ longtime friend and cinema lover\, Bay Area film curator\, producer and festival director Tom Luddy. \nAdmission is free. No advance reservations. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come\, first served basis. The box office opens one hour before the event.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/food-and-film-with-alice-waters-pather-panchali/
LOCATION:Billy Wilder Theater\, 10899 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T193000
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays: Twilight in the Garden – July 17
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join the Garden for their special after-hours event series this summer! From July to September\, the Garden will host an evening of great company complete with live music and a wine bar! Picnics are encouraged! \nSee the sunset from the Garden at Third Thursdays. Twilight Hours will be hosted on July 17\, August 21\, and September 18\, with entry on Hilgard and La Kretz. Meet new friends\, then kick back and enjoy live music! \nAdmission for each event is $10. Purchase tickets online\, and skip the line by buying tickets ahead of time! \nREGISTER HERE \nCash not accepted. If you are paying at the door\, you will need a card number that you can enter into an online storefront. \nFree admission for ages 12 and under. No refunds.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/third-thursdays-twilight-in-the-garden-july-17/
LOCATION:Botanical Garden\, 707 Tiverton Dr
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250618T220145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T220145Z
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SUMMARY:July Nothin But Sand Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:#PlasticFreeJuly Nothin’ But Sand Beach Clean Up  \nHelp fight dangerous plastic pollution and keep Redondo Beach clean\, healthy\, and beautiful at Heal the Bay’s July Nothin’ But Sand Beach clean-up! \nMORE INFO AND RSVP HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/july-nothin-but-sand-beach-clean-up/
LOCATION:Redondo Beach Near Veterans Park and the Pier
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250620T164908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T164908Z
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SUMMARY:Salt Marsh Open House
DESCRIPTION:Visit Cabrillo Beach’s own wetland habitat\, Salinas de San Pedro\, and discover the plants and animals that call it home! Using binoculars\, magnifying glasses and other tools\, CMA Educators and volunteers will help you observe and explore this habitat. Or simply sit back\, watch the tide change and listen to the birds and other wildlife. \nFree and open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations requested for groups of 15 or more. \nMORE INFO HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/salt-marsh-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Cabrillo Marine Aquarium\, 3720 Stephen M White Dr\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250616T194126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T194126Z
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SUMMARY:LA Resilient Rebuilding Cup
DESCRIPTION:Join an innovation competition for resilient rebuilding and climate action to welcome the world in 2028. The LA Resilient Rebuilding Cup culminates with a pitch competition. \nFinalists selected from almost 120 applications will pitch their innovative solutions to an audience of policy makers\, pilot project deployment partners\, corporate partners\, and advocates for resilient rebuilding and climate action\, for a chance to win up to $100\,000 in prizes. \nStandout ventures met specific eligibility criteria designed to ensure alignment with technology focus areas and target stage of business development. Startups will bring forth solutions to the difficult challenges facing fire-impacted LA communities.  \nREGISTER HERE \n3:00pm-5:00pm: Innovation Competition\n5:00pm-7:00pm: Prize Ceremony and Networking Mixer\nLocation: La Kretz Innovation Campus
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/la-resilient-rebuilding-cup/
LOCATION:La Kretz Innovation Campus\, 525 South Hewitt Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250730T205417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T205417Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation Innovations in Ecuador - Talk and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Lucia and Norman are leading Galapagos Islands and marine conservation experts both in the realm of NGOs and government. Norman has a background in law and is a former elected member of Ecuador’s National Constituent Assembly and President of the Governing Council of the Galapagos and he was a key political figure for enshrining the groundbreaking “Rights of Nature” framework in Ecuador’s new Constitution. Lucia is leading on innovations for social justice approaches to Galapagos conservation\, regenerative tourism and addressing marine plastic pollution and has been attending the global Plastics Treaty talks. \n  \nThis promises to be a rich discussion\, covering topics from Galapagos conservation innovations to the Rights of Nature legal framework with a small group\, and it’s a great opportunity to spend time with these two luminaries. \n  \nMORE INFO HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/conservation-innovations-in-ecuador-talk-and-discussion/
LOCATION:UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden\, La Kretz Garden Pavilion\, 707 Tiverton Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250730T204313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T214327Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Cool
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Roots of Cool exhibition\, celebrate shade throughout Los Angeles at A Celebration of Cool! \nRoots of Cool explores the topic of shade equity as installations throughout the gardens and in the gallery invite visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees and shade play in making urban neighborhoods livable. \nThis day-long event will include panel discussions on shade equity\, a thermal imaging booth\, a heat scavenger hunt\, a giant puppet parade\, tree give-aways\, art workshops and more. \nEducational\, action-oriented events will offer activities for the whole family and invite everyone to take action. \nMORE INFO HERE \nA Celebration of Cool is included with Descanso Gardens admission or membership\, no event registration required.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/a-celebration-of-cool/
LOCATION:Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House\, Descanso Gardens\, 1418 Descanso Dr\, La Cañada Flintridge\, CA\, 91011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250731T223939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T223939Z
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SUMMARY:L.A. County Sustainability Plan Update Draft Review Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Los Angeles County Chief Sustainability Office is excited to share the draft 2025 OurCounty plan\, which includes new and revised Actions emphasizing equity and climate resilience. This draft would not have been possible without stakeholder input during the eight workshops held and the over 3\,600 surveys taken by community members. \nThe draft is open for public comment between now and Friday\, August 22nd. Join this webinar for an orientation to the plan on Thursday\, August 7th. For additional details on the 2025 OurCounty plan\, survey findings\, and providing public comment\, please go to this website – https://cso.lacounty.gov/ourcounty-2025. \nREGISTER FOR WEBINAR HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/l-a-county-sustainability-plan-update-draft-review-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T213000
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SUMMARY:(Dis)placement: Fluctuations of Home - The Inheritance
DESCRIPTION:The UCLA Film & Television Archive and the UCLA Luskin Institute on Inequality and Democracy present (Dis)placement: Fluctuations of Home. This film series explores the concepts of being housed and feeling at home amid ongoing displacement of communities. \nFeaturing films\, with director Ephraim Asili in-person: \nKindah\nJamaica/U.S\, 2016 \nShot in Hudson\, New York\, and Accompong\, Jamaica\, Kindah traces ancestral threads across the African diaspora\, weaving a meditation on kinship\, autonomy and return. Centered on the Kindah Tree — a living symbol of community among Jamaica’s Maroons — Ephraim Asili explores how land\, memory and resistance shape evolving definitions of home. Blurring borders between past and present\, North and South\, Kindah offers a lyrical reflection on displacement\, rootedness and the spiritual geography of diasporic belonging. \nDCP\, b&w and color\, 12 min. Director: Ephraim Asili. \nThe Inheritance\nU.S.\, 2020 \nAfter nearly a decade exploring the African diaspora\, Ephraim Asili makes his feature debut with this vibrant ensemble film\, set almost entirely in a West Philadelphia rowhome where young Black artists and activists form a collective. “‘The Inheritance’ feels like poetry visualized\,” writes Lovia Gyarkye in The New York Times. Blending scripted drama with documentary reflection on the 1985 MOVE bombing\, the film reimagines home as a political and spiritual inheritance. \nDCP\, color\, 100 min. Director/Screenwriter: Ephraim Asili. With: Nozipho McClean\, Eric Lockley\, Chris Jarell\, Julian Rozzell Jr.\, Debbie Africa. \n  \nAdmission is free. No advance reservations. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come\, first served basis. The box office opens one hour before the event.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/displacement-fluctuations-of-home-the-inheritance/
LOCATION:Billy Wilder Theater\, 10899 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="UCLA Luskin Institute on Inequality and Democracy":MAILTO:challengeinequality@luskin.ucla.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250730T224218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T184433Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays: Twilight in the Garden – August 21
DESCRIPTION:See the sunset from the Garden at Third Thursdays\, UCLA Botanical Garden’s summer twilight series. Meet new friends at the wine bar\, then kick back and enjoy live music! \nAdmission for each event is $10. Purchase tickets here. Skip the line and buy tickets ahead of time! Cash not accepted\, and tickets not refunded. \nIf you are paying at the door\, you will need a card number that you can enter into the online storefront. \nREGISTER HERE \nFree admission for ages 12 and under. \nMORE INFO HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/third-thursdays-twilight-in-the-garden-august-21/
LOCATION:UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden\, La Kretz Garden Pavilion\, 707 Tiverton Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250818T184236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T184236Z
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SUMMARY:Science & Suds
DESCRIPTION:This series support student fellowships at the UCLA Center for Developing Leadership in Science (CDLS)\, turning good beer and great conversation into real impact. \nScience belongs in community spaces — not just classrooms and conferences. That’s why CDLS is teaming up with Los Angeles Ale Works – Culver City for Science & Suds\, a new series where CDLS Fellows and members of the community make science social\, accessible\, and fun for an adult audience. \nJoin the fourth event in the series for engaging talks from researchers tackling big questions about our environment\, our communities\, and our future. \nYour $5 RSVP will be matched by LA Ale Works. RSVPs aren’t required\, but space is limited\, and an RSVP helps CDLS plan (and maximize the donation!). \nPlease note: this is a 21+ event. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/science-suds/
LOCATION:LA Ale Works – Culver City\, 8809 Washington Blvd\, Suite #132\, Culver City\, CA\, 90232\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="UCLA Center for Developing Leadership in Science":MAILTO:cdls@ucla.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250818T181153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T181153Z
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SUMMARY:PPC Webinar | Plastic Bottled Water: The Poison We Pay For
DESCRIPTION:*Note* – This is an external event\, not hosted by UCLA\, which may be of interest to our community. \nPlastic bottled water is the most consumed beverage in the U.S. and worldwide. It has become the default option when communities distrust their tap\, lack safe water access\, or are looking for a “convenient” drink. Yet this reliance on plastic bottled water puts human and environmental health at risk while actually undercutting safe\, accessible\, public drinking water—which is an internationally recognized human right. \nOn Wednesday\, August 27\, Plastic Pollution Coalition (PPC) will host a webinar to address how plastic bottled water connects to issues of water injustice\, undermines investment in safe drinking water infrastructure\, and contributes to the growing global water and climate crises. We will hear how activists\, communities\, and cities are taking action to envision a world of safe drinking water access without plastic bottles. \nJoining the discussion will be: Mary Grant\, Public Water for All Campaign Director at Food & Water Watch; Daniel Jaffee\, Professor of Sociology at Portland State University; and Amira Odeh-Quiñones\, Hydrologist and Community Organizer at 350.org’s Caribbean Climate Network. The webinar will be moderated by Sofia Johansson\, Campaign Coordinator at Plastic Pollution Coalition. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/ppc-webinar-plastic-bottled-water-the-poison-we-pay-for/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250826T201603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T201603Z
UID:23890-1756375200-1756378800@sustain.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Clean Air Conversations: Extreme Heat\, Air Quality and Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:*Note* – This is an external event\, not hosted by UCLA\, which may be of interest to our community. \nJoin the next edition of the Clean Air Conversations webinar series\, Extreme Heat\, Air Quality & Healthcare! This essential conversation will explore how climate-driven challenges in California are reshaping healthcare utilization\, drawing on the recent joint study by Milliman and Blue Shield of California titled How extreme heat and poor air quality impact healthcare utilization among insured Californians. Speakers will explore alarming insights into the real-world effects of extreme heat and deteriorating air quality on insured populations across the state. \nThis webinar will walk you through the study’s rigorous methodology\, its data sources\, and the key findings on how extreme heat and poor air quality are affecting healthcare utilization in California. Speakers will discuss the broader implications of these trends for healthcare planning\, policy development\, and climate resilience. You’ll also hear actionable recommendations\, grounded in actuarial and healthcare expertise\, that can help guide solutions at the intersection of health\, climate\, and policy. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/clean-air-conversations-extreme-heat-air-quality-and-healthcare/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250818T185750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T185750Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Botanical Garden Drop-in Tour – September 6
DESCRIPTION:Join a Garden Guide for a tour of a living museum featuring collections of plants from around the globe! \nYou’ll hear the stories of selected plants in the Garden and their relevance to human society. All ages are welcome. Tours meet at the La Kretz Garden Pavilion at the northern end of the Garden and are given a grace period of 5 minutes. \nTours are free.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/guided-botanical-garden-drop-in-tour-september-6/
LOCATION:UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden\, La Kretz Garden Pavilion\, 707 Tiverton Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250903T171945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T171945Z
UID:23935-1757755800-1757768400@sustain.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Stunt Ranch Reserve Santa Monica Mountains California Biodiversity Day Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the state-wide event\, California Biodiversity Day\, at UCLA Stunt Ranch Santa Monica Mountains Reserve for its annual Biodiversity Bioblitz! Enjoy a fun-filled morning to explore the reserve and document the diverse plants and animals along its trails. This event is open to all ages and the public is welcome! \nCitizen scientists of all ages are invited to participate in California conservation by hiking at Stunt Ranch Reserve to collect photos of plants and animals so they can be uploaded to the on the iNaturalist application. Wildlife observations ultimately help inform a variety of conservation programs such as the the state’s “30×30 initiative” – a goal to conserve 30 percent of California’s lands and coastal waters by 2030. No prior experience as a naturalist is necessary — just bring a smart device or camera and access the iNaturalist app to join in! This Bioblitz is supported by the University of California’s Natural Reserve System. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/stunt-ranch-reserve-santa-monica-mountains-california-biodiversity-day-bioblitz/
LOCATION:UCLA Stunt Ranch Reserve\, 1201 Stunt Rd\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250826T165808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T165808Z
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SUMMARY:Live Webinar: From Procurement to Disclosure: How the Construction/Real Estate Sector Shapes Supplier Reporting
DESCRIPTION:Presented by UCLA Anderson Center for Impact\, UCLA Ziman Center for Real Estate \nEveryone is someone’s Scope 3. Whether you’re a contractor\, developer or service provider\, one of your biggest clients may soon ask you for your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data\, or how you’re assessing climate risk. As regulations tighten and disclosure requirements expand\, supplier engagement is becoming critical to manage risks\, reduce costs and build resilient supply chains. \nThis webinar series examines this global market dynamic by looking at the state of public sector procurement and how these actions are rippling across the entire economy and into the private sector. View the previous webinars here. \nThis upcoming live webinar will explore how the construction and real estate sectors are preparing for climate disclosure mandates. Building on a study of the state of California’s supply chain and sector disclosures\, this session will share actionable strategies for implementing supplier engagement programs that deliver measurable sustainability outcomes. \nKey takeaways include:\n-> How sector benchmarking can unlock performance improvements on both price and emissions.\n-> Why leading institutions are prioritizing supplier engagement and how you can join their efforts.\n-> The trade-offs between requesting simple\, verifiable data versus lengthy qualitative disclosures.\n-> How to design a supplier engagement program that is cost-effective\, scalable\, and delivers quantifiable emissions data over time. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain insights and practical tools to strengthen supplier relationships and accelerate climate action in the built environment. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/live-webinar-from-procurement-to-disclosure-how-the-construction-real-estate-sector-shapes-supplier-reporting/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250818T190554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T170215Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays: Twilight in the Garden – September 18
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join the Garden for their special after-hours event series this summer! From July to September\, the Garden will host an evening of great company complete with live music and a wine bar! Picnics are encouraged! \nSee the sunset from the Garden at Third Thursdays. Twilight Hours will be hosted on July 17\, August 21\, and September 18\, with entry on Hilgard and La Kretz. Meet new friends\, then kick back and enjoy live music! \nAdmission for each event is $10. Purchase tickets online\, and skip the line by buying tickets ahead of time! \nREGISTER HERE \nCash not accepted. If you are paying at the door\, you will need a card number that you can enter into an online storefront. \nFree admission for ages 12 and under. No refunds.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/third-thursdays-twilight-in-the-garden-september-18/
LOCATION:UCLA Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden\, La Kretz Garden Pavilion\, 707 Tiverton Dr\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250903T171343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T171343Z
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SUMMARY:Inaugural Installment of The Danny Kaye and Sylvia Fine Kaye Foundation Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Join Michiel Bakker\, President of the Culinary Institute of America and former Director of Google’s Food at Work program\, as he delves into ongoing challenges and strategies for change in the American food system. A pioneer of transformative food programming\, Michiel led the development of Google’s renowned food culture—celebrated for its emphasis on community\, sustainability\, and the promotion of joy\, health\, and well-being. Drawing from his extensive expertise working with leaders across sectors\, Michiel will discuss the complexities of systemic change\, its elements\, and actionable strategies for creating lasting impacts. \nMichiel’s talk will be followed by a conversation with Pete Angelis\, Associate Vice Chancellor\, UCLA Housing & Hospitality; Paula Daniels\, Executive Director\, Los Angeles County Office of Food Systems; and Mary Sue Milliken\, James Beard and Julia Child Award-winning Chef and Co-owner of Mundo Hospitality Group. Pete\, Paula\,and Mary Sue will share their strategies as changemakers. The conversation will be moderated by UCLA’s Dr. Amy Rowat\, the Marcie H. Rothman Presidential Chair\, Professor of Integrative Biology and Physiology\,  and Faculty Director of the Rothman Family Institute for Food Studies; with remarks by Jack Bobo\, Executive Director\, UCLA Rothman Family Institute for Food Studies. \nREGISTER HERE BY FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 19
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/inaugural-installment-of-the-danny-kaye-and-sylvia-fine-kaye-foundation-lecture-series/
LOCATION:UCLA Luskin Conference Center\, 425 Westwood Plaza\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250909T235901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T235901Z
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SUMMARY:Up in the Air: Climate Policy Without the Endangerment Finding
DESCRIPTION:In late July\, the Trump administration proposed to revoke the “endangerment finding” — a determination by the Environmental Protection Agency that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse endanger public health and welfare under the Clean Air Act. Removing such a foundational piece of U.S. climate policy is aggressive\, based on a drastic revision of the underlying science supporting the original finding of endangerment.  \nIn this discussion\, leading experts will cover the administration’s possible motivations and legal justifications\, as well as the pushback from the scientific community\, and what lies ahead in the process. They will also look at the options for states looking to regulate climate pollution.  \nCould the fight over the endangerment finding end up at the Supreme Court? What will it mean for the EPA’s work in the short- and long-term? And what are some of the surprising unintended consequences for state policy? \nREGISTER HERE \nPanelists: \nAnn Carlson\, Shirley Shapiro Professor of Environmental Law and founding Faculty Director of the Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at UCLA School of Law; former Acting Administrator of NHTSA \nJoseph Goffman\, Former Asst. Administrator\, Office of Air and Radiation at US EPA \nKate McKinnon\, Associate Professor\, UCLA\, Statistics & Data Science\, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences\, Institute of the Environment & Sustainability \nModerated by: \nCara Horowitz\, Executive Director\, the UCLA Emmett Institute
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/up-in-the-air-climate-policy-without-the-endangerment-finding/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111647
CREATED:20250904T183846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T183846Z
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SUMMARY:Affinity Talk Series: Dr. Mindy Fullilove\, "Exploring the Relationship Between Disaster\, Nature and Restoration"
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Mindy Fullilove\, MD\, DLFAPA\, Hon AIA\nProfessor of Community Health and Co-Founder\, University of Orange\nProfessor Emeritus\, Urban Policy and Health\, The New School \nFrom the rebuilding of the South Bronx burned in the 1970s to the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris\, France\, societies face disaster and rebuild. The elapsed time can be agonizingly slow and painful or it can be thrillingly fast and thorough. The Cities Research Group\, led by Dr. Mindy Fullilove and Dr. Robert Fullilove\, has followed the process of urban restoration in many places. This talk will describe the elements and timelines of restoration and the factors at work. \nREGISTER HERE \nDr. Mindy Fullilove is a pioneering social psychiatrist whose interdisciplinary work bridges public health\, urban policy\, and community development. Her scientific contributions include early identification of the link between the crack and AIDS epidemics\, research on trauma among women in recovery\, and the development of key concepts such as “root shock” and “serial forced displacement.” She also identified nine essential elements of urban restoration. Dr. Fullilove has led innovative social interventions\, including adapting educational and family support models to urban settings\, co-founding the University of Orange\, and proposing the CLIMB trail to connect Manhattan’s cliffside parks. Her work has been featured in major publications like The New York Times\, and she has authored over 100 scientific papers and eight books. She is the recipient of numerous honors\, including two honorary degrees\, honorary membership in the American Institute of Architects\, and Distinguished Life Fellow at the American Psychiatric Association.
URL:https://sustain.ucla.edu/event/affinity-talk-series-dr-mindy-fullilove-exploring-the-relationship-between-disaster-nature-and-restoration/
LOCATION:HYBRID: Online and UCLA Semel Institute B8-225\, 760 Westwood Plaza\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
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