COLORADO FOCUS: Darwin Day, Blogs, Alternative Energy, Groups and Events
DARWIN DAY 2009 EVENTS: Feb. 12, 2009
Darwin's 200th birthday, to be celebrated by the GLOBAL community as a toast to the common good of all humanity. We will all want to develop events to Celebrate Darwin, Science and Humanity and come together as one human family in appreciation of verifiable knowledge that has been acquired solely through human curiosity and ingenuity. Scientific knowledge has been of great value to all of us.
200 Years of Darwin
Date and Time: 2009-02-12 09:00:00
Activities:
200 Years of Darwin Conference - speakers and panel discussions organized around the them of "Are We Still Evolving" both literally and metaphorically. Two day event Feb. 12 and 13, 2009.
Address:
Metropolitan State College of Denver
1201 5th St.
Denver/Colorado 80204 UNITED STATES
Sponsor: ALPACA
Contact: Catherine Gaither
Email: gaither_at_mscd.edu
Phone: (303) 556-2936
BLOGGING COLORADO:
Colorado Independent
Colorado MediaMatters: Colorado Media Matters is a Web-based, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) progressive research and information center dedicated to comprehensively monitoring, analyzing, and correcting conservative misinformation in the Colorado media. Colorado Media Matters is managed and staffed by Coloradans trained in the rigorous editorial policies and research methods developed by Media Matters for America.
Square State, The Progressive Political Blog for Colorado (May be down)
Some stories of interest:
Obama's immediate impact
Ex-CIA official: Torture ban a ‘great leap forward’
Ski town’s ‘ingenious’ heating plan a model for New Energy Economy. The Ski industry has been more on board than most industries when it comes to global warming. They know for a fact that they are in trouble if nothing is done about climate change, so they are for change.
The triumph of blue patriotism
Denver Post Lies About Employee Free Choice Act...but 78% of the public supports the Employee Free Choice Act
Independence Institute's Caldara again parroted false claims that New Deal did not work. Why do Republicans have to resort to lying? Could it be they actually KNOW they are wrong when it comes to the economy?
Wingnuts in Colorado Springs Hate Homeless Veterans: What is wrong with Republicans? Why do they hate our Veterans?
The worst of conservative misinformation in 2008
Troy Eid's Connections to the Abramoff Scandal
Incoming Democratic Leadership Praises Bernie Buescher, New Secretary of State
COLORADO VETERANS FOR PEACE:
Chapter 120 Boulder
Chapter 079 Denver
Meetings:
Join us for our regular potluck social and business meeting at 6:00 PM on the first Sunday of every month, at the Arborwood Condominums’ Club House, 3250 O'Neal Circle, in Boulder, Colorado.
Denver meetings 3rd Wed. of evrey month at 7:00 PM at the AFSC office, 901 W. 14th Street
For further information call:
George Newell - 303-440-0942
Frank Bessinger - 720-939-5057
Or Email info_at_covfp.org to ask to be added to our mailing list.
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY:
Colorado Biodiesel: Supporting and advocating Colorado's fastest growing renewable fuel source
phone: 303-800-4650
Blue Sun is an integrated agriculture-energy company and marketer of premium renewable fuel products. Blue Sun products and services are differentiated by proprietary oilseed crops, additives, quality assurance, blending, and distribution infrastructure. Blue Sun oilseed crop R&D and established farmer network, industry-leading QA/QC policies, numerous retail pumps, and well-established distributor network bring you the best-quality diesel fuel possible today.
Go here for a list of pumps in Colorado (as well as a few in other neighboring states). Remember that ANY diesel car or truck can use up to B20 without modification, so most of these stations can serve you.
Here are some other alternative energy groups in Colorado:
Alliance for Sustainable Colorado: The mission of Alliance for Sustainable Colorado is to catalyze the shift to a truly sustainable world by fostering collaboration among nonprofits, businesses, governments, and academia. We are working to advance economic, environmental, and social sustainability in Colorado by building cross-sector alliances and networks.
Colorado Green Tech Group, Boulder
A gathering of people involved and/or interested in Green Tech including Energy generation, transportation, construction, and efficiency technologies.
We meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00PM (6:00 for networking).
Sign up here to find out where they meet.
Boulder Sustainable Energy Group
We welcome anyone looking for an interesting, informative, and social forum for the exchange of ideas that will help each of us reduce our 'personal' consumption of fossil fuels and emission of greenhouse gasses, and make greener consumer choices in general. Sign up here to find out when and where they meet.
Colorado Alternative Energy: Alternative energy news for Colorado
Colorado Reewable Energy Society: The Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES) is a nonprofit membership organization that works for the sensible adoption of cost-effective energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies by Colorado businesses and consumers. Check out their website for local events and chapters.
Alternative Energy Resources in Colorado. A short summary of alternative energy resources for Colorado. For more information on each technology, visit the State Energy Alternatives Technology Options page.
Here are some other groups and events in Colorado:
Progressive Majority Colorado: According to the Almanac of American Politics, Colorado is "at the front edge of economic, cultural and political change." Unfortunately for progressives, the political change that's occurred since the 1990's has come in the form of right-wing politics — dominated by religious and social conservatives who have, in turn, soured the national political debate.
This is truly a state where we are at a stand off — one side wins and one side loses — and who wins can shape the electoral mood of the country.
That's why Progressive Majority set up shop in Colorado — to bring true progressives into politics and create positive change that would last. We're recruiting progressive leaders to run for office who can also galvanize progressive voters who have been shut down by the loud voices of the ultra-conservative right.
Colorado remains a battleground state despite its vocal right-wing movement. It hasn't been won in the last two presidential elections, but Democrats have fared better at the state level — including winning slim margins in both the House and the Senate in 2004. Now, Progressive Majority is tapping an emerging demographic that leans progressive, recruiting candidates they can connect to, and building a progressive power base that will take control of the state — and keep it.
Progressive Majority has leadership programs, and helps progressive candidates run successful and efficient campaigns. Sign up for email updates here.
Denver Democracy for America Meetup
Meet others to learn more about Democracy For America and discuss local strategies. Get the latest news at your Democracy for America Meetups! This Meetup is officially brought to you by Democracy for America. Join here to find out more.
Colorado Young Democrats Chapters: Find your local Young Democrats chapter and contact them to find out what you can do to organize your community.
Adams County Young Dems
Edward Casso, Representative
edwardcasso_at_hotmail.com
720.495.3861
Adams State University Undergraduate College Dems
Ryan Crick
ChefCO_at_gmail.com
Arapahoe County Young Dems
Derek Dye, President
derekodye_at_hotmail.com
303.921.1685
Boulder Young Dems
Sara Lu Hanley, President
saraluhanley_at_google.com
303.501.2575
Broomfield Young Dems
Samara Kapich, President
samarajbrown_at_yahoo.com
720.231.2072
College Democrats of Colorado
Jay Hazen, jay_at_coloradoyoungdems.com
303.884.7083
http://www.cocollegedems.com/
Colorado School of Mines College Dems
LB Williams, President
csmdemocrats_at_gmail.com
CSU Graduate School
Sunshine Swetnam, President
970.482.2025
Denver Young Dems
http://www.denveryoungdems.org/
Jefferson County Young Dems
Kyle Anderson, President
kylea1979_at_gmail.com
303.971.0370
School of Mines College Dems
LB Williams
MinesDemocrats_at_Gmail.com
Steamboat Springs Young Dems
Harris Reitman-Swiss, President
904.742.8061
University of Colorado at Boulder College Dems
Daniel Ramos
Daniel.Ramos_at_Colorado.edu
University of Denver College Dems
Jeff Graves
Jgraves2_at_du.edu
University of Denver Law School College Dems
Kelley Rider
KRider09_at_law.du.edu
Colorado chapter of National Stonewall Democrats—a grassroots network connecting LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) Democratic activists through over 90 Stonewall chapters throughout the United States.
Colorado Café Scientifique in Denver: The Café Scientifique idea started in England a few years ago, based on the French Café Philosophique. In the Café Scientifique, people (often science buffs) come together in a friendly pub after work and hear an informal (no PowerPoint!) introduction to an interesting current scientific topic, led by an expert. We take a short break for refreshments, to meet new people, and chat, and then we return for questions and answers and general discussion. All questions and comments are welcome, as this isn't a seminar, it's a chance for all of us to express an opinion, expert or otherwise.
We meet at the Wynkoop Brewing Company. Check the website for upcoming events. We start at 6:30 PM in the large & comfortable first floor Mercantile Room and go to approximately 8:00 PM. Because we have been getting large crowds, it isn't practical to serve meals at the tables. We invite you to come early and get dinner in the regular restaurant, or wait until we're through (about 8 PM) and eat then. The Wynkoop's food is great! There is bar service throughout the session, and the Wynkoop people have generously offered to provide snacks for our guests. Café Scientifique meetings are FREE. The Wynkoop is generously providing the facility; we buy our own food and drinks. Seating is limited, and the event is popular, so you may want to arrive around 6 PM to be sure of getting a seat.
And for those who like to combine social and political activities, here are the Drinking Liberally groups in Colorado:
Avon
o Fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm
o Loaded Joe's, 82 East Beaver Creek Blvd Suite 104
o Hosted by Cheryl Bottomley
North Boulder
o First and Third Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm
o Murphy's Grill, 2731 Iris Ave (By the bar in back)
o Hosted by Richard Bateman | Marc Sobel
Downtown Boulder
o Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o Pearl Street Pub, 1108 Pearl St
o Hosted by Carrie Jackson
Cañon City
o First and Third Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm
o McClellan's Grill & Brewing Company, 413 Main St
o Hosted by Alain Chamot | Brandy Johnson
Colorado Springs
o First and Third Tuesday of each month, 7:30 pm
o he Coffee Exchange, 526 S Tejon St (In between McCabe's and Southside Johnny's)
o Hosted by Jeff and Amanda Courtright
North Colorado Springs
o Second Tuesday of each month, 7:30 pm
o Old Chicago, 7115 Commerce Center Dr
o Hosted by Lucy Wolboldt | Jan Hejtmanek
Denver
o Every Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm
o Skylark Lounge, 140 S. Broadway
o Hosted by Kathy Brandon | John E. | Sarah Fong
South Metro Denver
o Second Thursday of each month, 8:00 pm
o Lansdowne Arms Bistro & Bar, 9352 Dorchester St (Near HR Tattered Cover)
o Hosted by Rick Munoz
Lakewood
o First Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o Dino's, 10040 W Colfax Ave (SW Corner of Colfax and Kipling)
o Hosted by Bill Simpson
Durango
o Third Wednesday of each month, 6:00 pm
o Joel's, 119 W 8th St
o Hosted by Brandon Donohue
Fort Collins
o Second and Fourth Thursday of each month, 5:00 pm
o The Crown Pub, 144 S College Ave (between Oak and Mountain)
o Hosted by Anne Wilseck
Frisco
o Second Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o The Boatyard, 3rd and Main
o Hosted by Heather Christie | Karin Mitchell
Grand Junction
o First Wednesday of each month, 5:00 pm
o Kannah Creek Brewing Company, 1960 N 12th St
Greeley
o Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm
o Island Grill, 809 9th Street ((look for our table in the resturant area))
o Hosted by Ed Craig | Judy Craig
Longmont
o First and Third Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o RedZone, 540 S Main St
o Hosted by Andi Hill
Darwin's 200th birthday, to be celebrated by the GLOBAL community as a toast to the common good of all humanity. We will all want to develop events to Celebrate Darwin, Science and Humanity and come together as one human family in appreciation of verifiable knowledge that has been acquired solely through human curiosity and ingenuity. Scientific knowledge has been of great value to all of us.
200 Years of Darwin
Date and Time: 2009-02-12 09:00:00
Activities:
200 Years of Darwin Conference - speakers and panel discussions organized around the them of "Are We Still Evolving" both literally and metaphorically. Two day event Feb. 12 and 13, 2009.
Address:
Metropolitan State College of Denver
1201 5th St.
Denver/Colorado 80204 UNITED STATES
Sponsor: ALPACA
Contact: Catherine Gaither
Email: gaither_at_mscd.edu
Phone: (303) 556-2936
BLOGGING COLORADO:
Colorado Independent
Colorado MediaMatters: Colorado Media Matters is a Web-based, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) progressive research and information center dedicated to comprehensively monitoring, analyzing, and correcting conservative misinformation in the Colorado media. Colorado Media Matters is managed and staffed by Coloradans trained in the rigorous editorial policies and research methods developed by Media Matters for America.
Square State, The Progressive Political Blog for Colorado (May be down)
Some stories of interest:
Obama's immediate impact
Ex-CIA official: Torture ban a ‘great leap forward’
Ski town’s ‘ingenious’ heating plan a model for New Energy Economy. The Ski industry has been more on board than most industries when it comes to global warming. They know for a fact that they are in trouble if nothing is done about climate change, so they are for change.
The triumph of blue patriotism
Denver Post Lies About Employee Free Choice Act...but 78% of the public supports the Employee Free Choice Act
Independence Institute's Caldara again parroted false claims that New Deal did not work. Why do Republicans have to resort to lying? Could it be they actually KNOW they are wrong when it comes to the economy?
Wingnuts in Colorado Springs Hate Homeless Veterans: What is wrong with Republicans? Why do they hate our Veterans?
The worst of conservative misinformation in 2008
Troy Eid's Connections to the Abramoff Scandal
Incoming Democratic Leadership Praises Bernie Buescher, New Secretary of State
COLORADO VETERANS FOR PEACE:
Chapter 120 Boulder
Chapter 079 Denver
Meetings:
Join us for our regular potluck social and business meeting at 6:00 PM on the first Sunday of every month, at the Arborwood Condominums’ Club House, 3250 O'Neal Circle, in Boulder, Colorado.
Denver meetings 3rd Wed. of evrey month at 7:00 PM at the AFSC office, 901 W. 14th Street
For further information call:
George Newell - 303-440-0942
Frank Bessinger - 720-939-5057
Or Email info_at_covfp.org to ask to be added to our mailing list.
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY:
Colorado Biodiesel: Supporting and advocating Colorado's fastest growing renewable fuel source
phone: 303-800-4650
Blue Sun is an integrated agriculture-energy company and marketer of premium renewable fuel products. Blue Sun products and services are differentiated by proprietary oilseed crops, additives, quality assurance, blending, and distribution infrastructure. Blue Sun oilseed crop R&D and established farmer network, industry-leading QA/QC policies, numerous retail pumps, and well-established distributor network bring you the best-quality diesel fuel possible today.
Go here for a list of pumps in Colorado (as well as a few in other neighboring states). Remember that ANY diesel car or truck can use up to B20 without modification, so most of these stations can serve you.
Here are some other alternative energy groups in Colorado:
Alliance for Sustainable Colorado: The mission of Alliance for Sustainable Colorado is to catalyze the shift to a truly sustainable world by fostering collaboration among nonprofits, businesses, governments, and academia. We are working to advance economic, environmental, and social sustainability in Colorado by building cross-sector alliances and networks.
Colorado Green Tech Group, Boulder
A gathering of people involved and/or interested in Green Tech including Energy generation, transportation, construction, and efficiency technologies.
We meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00PM (6:00 for networking).
Sign up here to find out where they meet.
Boulder Sustainable Energy Group
We welcome anyone looking for an interesting, informative, and social forum for the exchange of ideas that will help each of us reduce our 'personal' consumption of fossil fuels and emission of greenhouse gasses, and make greener consumer choices in general. Sign up here to find out when and where they meet.
Colorado Alternative Energy: Alternative energy news for Colorado
Colorado Reewable Energy Society: The Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES) is a nonprofit membership organization that works for the sensible adoption of cost-effective energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies by Colorado businesses and consumers. Check out their website for local events and chapters.
Alternative Energy Resources in Colorado. A short summary of alternative energy resources for Colorado. For more information on each technology, visit the State Energy Alternatives Technology Options page.
Here are some other groups and events in Colorado:
Progressive Majority Colorado: According to the Almanac of American Politics, Colorado is "at the front edge of economic, cultural and political change." Unfortunately for progressives, the political change that's occurred since the 1990's has come in the form of right-wing politics — dominated by religious and social conservatives who have, in turn, soured the national political debate.
This is truly a state where we are at a stand off — one side wins and one side loses — and who wins can shape the electoral mood of the country.
That's why Progressive Majority set up shop in Colorado — to bring true progressives into politics and create positive change that would last. We're recruiting progressive leaders to run for office who can also galvanize progressive voters who have been shut down by the loud voices of the ultra-conservative right.
Colorado remains a battleground state despite its vocal right-wing movement. It hasn't been won in the last two presidential elections, but Democrats have fared better at the state level — including winning slim margins in both the House and the Senate in 2004. Now, Progressive Majority is tapping an emerging demographic that leans progressive, recruiting candidates they can connect to, and building a progressive power base that will take control of the state — and keep it.
Progressive Majority has leadership programs, and helps progressive candidates run successful and efficient campaigns. Sign up for email updates here.
Denver Democracy for America Meetup
Meet others to learn more about Democracy For America and discuss local strategies. Get the latest news at your Democracy for America Meetups! This Meetup is officially brought to you by Democracy for America. Join here to find out more.
Colorado Young Democrats Chapters: Find your local Young Democrats chapter and contact them to find out what you can do to organize your community.
Adams County Young Dems
Edward Casso, Representative
edwardcasso_at_hotmail.com
720.495.3861
Adams State University Undergraduate College Dems
Ryan Crick
ChefCO_at_gmail.com
Arapahoe County Young Dems
Derek Dye, President
derekodye_at_hotmail.com
303.921.1685
Boulder Young Dems
Sara Lu Hanley, President
saraluhanley_at_google.com
303.501.2575
Broomfield Young Dems
Samara Kapich, President
samarajbrown_at_yahoo.com
720.231.2072
College Democrats of Colorado
Jay Hazen, jay_at_coloradoyoungdems.com
303.884.7083
http://www.cocollegedems.com/
Colorado School of Mines College Dems
LB Williams, President
csmdemocrats_at_gmail.com
CSU Graduate School
Sunshine Swetnam, President
970.482.2025
Denver Young Dems
http://www.denveryoungdems.org/
Jefferson County Young Dems
Kyle Anderson, President
kylea1979_at_gmail.com
303.971.0370
School of Mines College Dems
LB Williams
MinesDemocrats_at_Gmail.com
Steamboat Springs Young Dems
Harris Reitman-Swiss, President
904.742.8061
University of Colorado at Boulder College Dems
Daniel Ramos
Daniel.Ramos_at_Colorado.edu
University of Denver College Dems
Jeff Graves
Jgraves2_at_du.edu
University of Denver Law School College Dems
Kelley Rider
KRider09_at_law.du.edu
Colorado chapter of National Stonewall Democrats—a grassroots network connecting LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) Democratic activists through over 90 Stonewall chapters throughout the United States.
Colorado Café Scientifique in Denver: The Café Scientifique idea started in England a few years ago, based on the French Café Philosophique. In the Café Scientifique, people (often science buffs) come together in a friendly pub after work and hear an informal (no PowerPoint!) introduction to an interesting current scientific topic, led by an expert. We take a short break for refreshments, to meet new people, and chat, and then we return for questions and answers and general discussion. All questions and comments are welcome, as this isn't a seminar, it's a chance for all of us to express an opinion, expert or otherwise.
We meet at the Wynkoop Brewing Company. Check the website for upcoming events. We start at 6:30 PM in the large & comfortable first floor Mercantile Room and go to approximately 8:00 PM. Because we have been getting large crowds, it isn't practical to serve meals at the tables. We invite you to come early and get dinner in the regular restaurant, or wait until we're through (about 8 PM) and eat then. The Wynkoop's food is great! There is bar service throughout the session, and the Wynkoop people have generously offered to provide snacks for our guests. Café Scientifique meetings are FREE. The Wynkoop is generously providing the facility; we buy our own food and drinks. Seating is limited, and the event is popular, so you may want to arrive around 6 PM to be sure of getting a seat.
And for those who like to combine social and political activities, here are the Drinking Liberally groups in Colorado:
Avon
o Fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm
o Loaded Joe's, 82 East Beaver Creek Blvd Suite 104
o Hosted by Cheryl Bottomley
North Boulder
o First and Third Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm
o Murphy's Grill, 2731 Iris Ave (By the bar in back)
o Hosted by Richard Bateman | Marc Sobel
Downtown Boulder
o Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o Pearl Street Pub, 1108 Pearl St
o Hosted by Carrie Jackson
Cañon City
o First and Third Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm
o McClellan's Grill & Brewing Company, 413 Main St
o Hosted by Alain Chamot | Brandy Johnson
Colorado Springs
o First and Third Tuesday of each month, 7:30 pm
o he Coffee Exchange, 526 S Tejon St (In between McCabe's and Southside Johnny's)
o Hosted by Jeff and Amanda Courtright
North Colorado Springs
o Second Tuesday of each month, 7:30 pm
o Old Chicago, 7115 Commerce Center Dr
o Hosted by Lucy Wolboldt | Jan Hejtmanek
Denver
o Every Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm
o Skylark Lounge, 140 S. Broadway
o Hosted by Kathy Brandon | John E. | Sarah Fong
South Metro Denver
o Second Thursday of each month, 8:00 pm
o Lansdowne Arms Bistro & Bar, 9352 Dorchester St (Near HR Tattered Cover)
o Hosted by Rick Munoz
Lakewood
o First Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o Dino's, 10040 W Colfax Ave (SW Corner of Colfax and Kipling)
o Hosted by Bill Simpson
Durango
o Third Wednesday of each month, 6:00 pm
o Joel's, 119 W 8th St
o Hosted by Brandon Donohue
Fort Collins
o Second and Fourth Thursday of each month, 5:00 pm
o The Crown Pub, 144 S College Ave (between Oak and Mountain)
o Hosted by Anne Wilseck
Frisco
o Second Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o The Boatyard, 3rd and Main
o Hosted by Heather Christie | Karin Mitchell
Grand Junction
o First Wednesday of each month, 5:00 pm
o Kannah Creek Brewing Company, 1960 N 12th St
Greeley
o Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm
o Island Grill, 809 9th Street ((look for our table in the resturant area))
o Hosted by Ed Craig | Judy Craig
Longmont
o First and Third Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm
o RedZone, 540 S Main St
o Hosted by Andi Hill
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