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Jessica Cohodes
  • Milwaukee, WI
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Culture Hacking at Bucketworks

May 11, 2013 from 10am to 5pm
HACK your intuitionHACK your dialogueHACK your grandmaHACK your friendsHACK your neighborsHACK your communityHACK your CULTURE We’re CULTURE HACKERS! That’s what we are. Retrofitting the world in which you WANT to live IS possible. And here’s the key to the puzzle…hack the social code. And this is the how you do it…JUST TELL YOUR STORY. And get others to tell theirs. Join Jim McCarthy (TED Speaker 2013) and Tim Bailin (Host) for this dynamic, playful BOOTCAMP where you captivate yourself in…See More
May 6
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Rhodes Waite left a comment for Jessica Cohodes
"Thank you so much Jessica. The urban ecology center is amazing, I've already done the volunteer orientation, and look forward to getting involved there for sure! Perhaps I'll see you at the Hub? if not I look forward to crossing paths…"
Apr 12
Aaron Patin left a comment for Jessica Cohodes
"Jessica, Thanks for the welcome and the heads up about meetings. I look forward to meeting you. Aaron"
Apr 12
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HUB Meeting : PROJECT-PALOOZA : A Project Launcher's Guide at Urban Ecology Center Riverside

April 22, 2013 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Earth Day's PROJECT-PALOOZAA Project Launcher’s Guide to Grant, Insurance and Planning Resources Off-Grid/Small-Grid Energy Installations ● Water Capture-Storage Systems ● Cob Building Structures ● Sustainable Business or C0-Op Development ● Food Forest Installations ● Retrofitting…just to name a few. How do you dream of establishing abundance in your life and community? Are you seeking inspiration to dream up a practical, visible manifestation of resiliency? This is a collaborative workshop…See More
Apr 5
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HUB Meeting : PROJECT-PALOOZA on Earth Day at Urban Ecology Center Riverside

April 22, 2013 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Earth Day's PROJECT-PALOOZAA Project Launcher’s Guide to Grant, Insurance and Planning Resources Off-Grid/Small-Grid Energy Installations ● Water Capture-Storage Systems ● Cob Building Structures ● Sustainable Business or C0-Op Development ● Food Forest Installations ● Retrofitting…just to name a few. How do you dream of establishing abundance in your life and community? Are you seeking inspiration to dream up a practical, visible manifestation of resiliency? This is a collaborative workshop…See More
Mar 19
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HUB Meeting : Non-Violent Communication at Urban Ecology Center

February 25, 2013 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
"People should use less water.""Americans should pay more for gasoline.""People should care more about the environment." These thoughts are easy to have, but how do these "should" statements make us feel? And how do we feel about the future when we think them? Learn how the principles of nonviolent communication can help us transform "should's" into more empowered thoughts and feelings. There will be an opportunity to practice with should's that might be keeping you stuck. NVC is a simple yet…See More
Feb 13
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Ann Hippensteel commented on Jessica Cohodes's event Steering Committee Pot-Luck Social
"Wish I could make this meeting, but have a commitment to abide by.  Can you put me on the contact list for this group?  (Assuming my contribution/presence is desired/helpful.)  Thank you."
Dec 13, 2012
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Steering Committee Pot-Luck Social at TBD

December 14, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Let's get together and discuss nothing in particular - rather, enjoy the company of those who would like to make a difference in our resilient future.See More
Nov 6, 2012
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September Hub Meeting - Intro to Transition, and Transition Milwaukee at Urban Ecology Center - Riverside Park

September 24, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Dear Transitioners,For those new to the organization or existing members that would like to understand the direction Transition Milwaukee is heading, come and get an overview of the Transition Movement, and TM past, present and future.  Share your thoughts, or announce or recruit for your upcoming event.  Of course, the mingling is always the best part.6:30pm - Networking7:00pm - Transition Movement/Transition Milwaukee Presentation8:00pm - Round-Robin Announcements & Comments8:30pm -…See More
Sep 11, 2012
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Claire Moore left a comment for Jessica Cohodes
"I have been waiting for a call or email, nut have found nothing. Did you get overwhelmed? Call me at 414 975-2521 claire Moore "
Aug 23, 2012
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Brainstorming Session to Meet Mayor Barrett's Urban Ag Challenge at Urgan Ecology Center - Riverside Park

August 22, 2012 from 6pm to 8pm
Dear Collective Genius,Mayor Barrett has joined the US's "Mayors Challenge" issued by New York City's Michael Bloomberg and is asking Milwaukee citizens for our best and brightest solutions for instilling Urban Agriculture through the reuse of forclosed houses and abondoned lots.  $5 million to the winning city and $1 million for runners up.WOW! Isn't this the perfect place to put our mouths and collect a little money?  Wouldn't it be wonderful to use our collective genius to attempt a…See More
Aug 18, 2012
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"ha! no i'm not from columbus oh...it's columbus wisconsin!"
Aug 17, 2012
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Transition Training : Thrive at Institute of Cultural Affairs "Greenrise Uptown Learning Laboratory” in Chicago.

July 18, 2012 at 9:30am to July 19, 2012 at 5:30pm
TMers ...This is a tremendous, and FREE opportunity for anyone who has taken T4T Training and has worked with the Transition Initiative in Milwaukee for the past few years.  This event is FREE to Transition Milwaukeeans.  If someone can attend, please do and email steering.committee@transitionmilwaukee.org. You will be expected to debrief the Steering Committee so we can continue to build our local initaitive. Growing knowledge! …See More
Jul 17, 2012
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Scope on Milwaukee's Environmental Volunteer Organizations

In the summer of 2011, Milwaukee was lucky enough to have been visited by Molly Farison.  Molly is a student at Olin College of Engineering outside of Boston.  She spent her summer as an intern at Rockwell Automation, and doubled up the fun writing a thesis and comparison of 3 of Milwaukee’s Environmental Organizations; Growing Power, The Urban Ecology Center, and Transition Milwaukee.   Molly’s thesis we well researched, outlining key successes, challenges and her suggestions for these 3…See More
Jun 6, 2012
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Why are you interested in the Transition movement?
Freedom.
How are you currently involved in the Transition movement?
The hub, the steering group, presentations, etc...everywhere and anywhere I can.
What skills, talents, and resources do you bring to the Transition movement?
Marketing, writing, advertising
Which topics within Transition most interest you, and what are you most interested in getting out of your involvement in the Transition Movement?
I just love the people that surround me. Let's celebrate eachother and our skills and all will follow.
Organizations you belong to that might collaborate with Transition
Paths to a Sustainable Future
Green Drinks
Victory Gardens

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Scope on Milwaukee's Environmental Volunteer Organizations

In the summer of 2011, Milwaukee was lucky enough to have been visited by Molly Farison.  Molly is a student at Olin College of Engineering outside of Boston.  She spent her summer as an intern at Rockwell Automation, and doubled up the fun writing a thesis and comparison of 3 of Milwaukee’s Environmental Organizations; Growing Power, The Urban Ecology Center, and Transition…

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Posted on June 6, 2012 at 5:09pm

Transition Towns – preparing for a self-sufficient community-based future

Article fro Eartheasy Blog - Link: http://www.eartheasy.com/blog/2009/11/transition-towns-%e2%80%93-preparing-for-a-self-sufficient-community-based-future/



In over 150 cities in 14 countries, ‘Transition Town’ communities are raising awareness of the threats associated with peak oil and climate change, and taking practical steps to prepare for a… Continue

Posted on December 8, 2009 at 11:22am

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At 11:01pm on April 12, 2013, Rhodes Waite said…

Thank you so much Jessica. The urban ecology center is amazing, I've already done the volunteer orientation, and look forward to getting involved there for sure! Perhaps I'll see you at the Hub? if not I look forward to crossing paths with you at some point in my near Milwaukee future. Thanks again :-)

At 1:24pm on April 12, 2013, Aaron Patin said…

Jessica, Thanks for the welcome and the heads up about meetings. I look forward to meeting you. Aaron

At 10:19pm on August 23, 2012, Claire Moore said…

I have been waiting for a call or email, nut have found nothing. Did you get overwhelmed?

Call me at 414 975-2521

claire Moore

At 10:56pm on August 17, 2012, kevin mcgraw said…

ha! no i'm not from columbus oh...it's columbus wisconsin!

At 12:48am on September 22, 2011, Milan Outlaw said…
Hey Jessica!

Thank you! I'm certainly looking forward to becoming a part of Transition Milwaukee. :)
At 9:22am on January 17, 2011, Kimberly A Hall gave Jessica Cohodes a gift…
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Amazing movement on the vision and strategy! Thank you for lighting the way with your passion for good change:)! You Rock!
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At 12:41pm on July 22, 2010, Juli Kaufmann said…
Great to meet you too. Been meaning to join for awhile. Got some cool info on beepods last night. Looking forward to moving forward. Onward - Juli
At 12:56pm on January 8, 2010, Joe Marincic said…
Hi Jessica, Thanks for the welcome. I look forward to meeting you and participating with the group.
At 11:51am on December 8, 2009, Karen Siegel said…
Hi Jessica
I really want to make that meeting but I might have a conflict. I had planned to go to the Nov. Meeting and then last minute had to work. I will try hard to make it.
Karen
At 9:56am on November 12, 2009, Melissa Tashjian said…
thanks for the invite Jessica! I am on my way out to Atlanta today so please email me a reminder so that I can check my calander when I get back...

Thanks
Melissa

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