Dates for your Diary - 2005

January 24,  The State of the Oceans

Are we depleting the oceans' resources by our methods of commercial fishing? Will enough fish survive to produce the next generation?  What effects are the drugs we use having on aquatic life? Hear Tom Fote, one of New Jersey's representatives on the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, answer these and other questions about the status of our fisheries.

February 28, More Time – Cleaner Environment

Energy efficiency enables us to improve our quality of life while reducing household costs. In turn, the reduction in costs makes it more viable to use increases in labor productivity to reduce the workweek without a cut in pay. Join us as Dan Aronson, Sierra Club member, economics professor and speaker at the 2004 ”Take Back Your Time” annual convention, explains to us how Americans can help themselves while helping the environment.

March 28, The Highlands: Treasures at Risk

We’ve all no doubt read or heard about the environmental treasures located within the Highlands of New Jersey. Come see for yourself what those treasures are, as Wilma Frey of the Highlands Coalition presents a slide show which showcases this region.

April 25, "Fast Track" Explained

Join us as Kelly McNicholas, NJ Chapter Program Coordinator, explains the intricacies -- and dangers -- of the Fast Track legislation approved by former Gov. McGreevey just prior to his resignation last fall.

May 23, Green Night

Here is your chance to do something positive for the environment. We present current environmental issues -- you write letters to elected officials and others. We supply the pens, paper, and stamps!

June 27, More Time - Cleaner Environment

Energy efficiency enables us to improve our quality of life while reducing household costs. In turn, the reduction in costs makes it more viable to use increases in labor productivity to reduce the workweek without a cut in pay. Join us as Dan Aronson, Sierra Club member, economics professor and speaker at the 2004 ”Take Back Your Time” annual convention, explains to us how Americans can help themselves while helping the environment.

July 17, Sunday, noon till ??? -- Annual Group Picnic

Join your fellow group members at Turkey Swamp Park in Freehold Township for a fun-filled afternoon of eating, talking, eating, playing games, eating, hiking, . . . oh, did I mention eating?!! We gather at one of the lovely picnic areas -- just follow the signs to find us! Bring a dish to share, vegetarian or otherwise, and bring the kids or grandkids, too, if you have any! For further information, or directions, please contact Joellen Lundy, at jfutey@comcast.net or 732-741-4756.

September 10, Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m -- Fundraiser Yard Sale

Please help support our group in our annual fundraising event, a Yard Sale to be held on Ely Harmony Road in Freehold Township. If you wish to donate portable "treasures" you no longer want or need, contact Stan Greberis at 732-431-0882 or Marinel Mukherjee at 732-780-8678 prior to September 3. All donations to be accepted on Saturday, September 3. Call for directions if you wish to attend or make a donation. This is a great way to recycle and to support your Jersey Shore Group!!!

September 26, Success Story in Holmdel

We hear so much about the losses -- of farm land, parks, wildlife habitat -- wouldn't it be nice to hear a success story?! Join us as Russell Dronne, former member of both the Holmdel Environmental Commission and Township Committee, tells us about the efforts to preserve open space in Holmdel generally, with specific reference to the Ramanessin Greenway Trails, including the infamous "Chase tract".

October 24, "The End of Suburbia"

Subtitled, "Oil Depletion and the Collapse of The American Dream", this film "explores the American Way of Life and its prospects as the planet approaches a critical era, as global demand for fossil fuels begins to outstrip supply." Learn what you can do NOW to help avert the collapse of our current way of life.

November 28, Green Night

Here is your chance to do something positive for the environment. We present current environmental issues -- you write letters to elected officials and others. We supply the pens, paper, and stamps!

December 4 (Sunday), Holiday Party

No meeting this month, but join us for a party to toast the holiday season. The fun starts at 3 p.m. at Dennis Anderson's home. If you plan to attend, please let Dennis know how many people are coming and what you are bringing. Please send your information to dennisaza@aol.com

Stream Monitoring volunteers needed! Monmouth County is expanding their stream monitoring program. If you can help, call Joe Galacki, Shore Group Coordinator, 732-222-3362.