Join the movement toward a thriving, resilient community with CamdenCAN‘s “In Transition” reading/discussion group for winter/spring 2025.  

CamdenCAN is kicking off on January 28, at 5 p.m., at the Camden Public Library, with an inspiring screening of In Transition 2.0, a thought-provoking film that explores how many towns are building stronger, more connected communities.

Afterward, dive deeper with CamdenCAN's bi-monthly reading group, exploring ideas from The Permaculture City by Toby Hemenway. Together, the group will tackle topics like creating home and community gardens, mastering water wisdom, finding energy solutions, fostering local livelihoods and wealth, embracing bioregionalism, and rethinking governance.

"Bring your curiosity, your ideas, and your passion for resilience—your voice will help secure our community’s future," said CamdenCAN, in a news release.

Joline Blais will be the discussion leader. Blais researches regenerative design, teaches permaculture and advises the Terrell House Permaculture Center at UMaine. She is a steering committee member of CamdenCAN, and board member of PAN (Permaculture Association of the Northeast). Past projects include co-directing LongGreenHouse, an educational partnership with Wabanaki neighbors, emphasizing indigenous knowledge and collaboration, and working as a co-founding member of Belfast Ecovillage. Additionally, Blais serves as President of the Wild Blueberry Heritage Center. She rows, skis, hikes, swims, and kayaks mostly in her home state of Maine.

FMI see the event listing at the Camden Public Library.

CamdenCAN (ClimateActionNow) is a citizen-led organization committed to reducing Camden’s contribution to climate change through local action, education, advocacy, and resources. We help our community take advantage of climate solutions with actionable steps.

Read the CamdenCAN newsletter here.