BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Southern California ASLA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Southern California ASLA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://socal-asla.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Southern California ASLA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210206 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20210111T220452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T220452Z UID:7139-1612137600-1612569599@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Cal Poly Pomona Firm Week DESCRIPTION:Firm Week 2021 will be entirely virtual and we have organized a digital environment where everyone can drop in and out over a week.  We at CPP are also providing access to a scheduling app\, Calendly\, to facilitate meeting scheduling.  However\, at the end of the day\, companies can schedule interviews however they like. \nTickets are on a sliding scale based on company size.  We also have a free ticket for public agencies and nonprofit companies. \nMore info and registration here \n  URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/cal-poly-pomona-firm-week/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Cal Poly Pomona Events,Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200604T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200515T183720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200521T180615Z UID:6371-1591272000-1591275600@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:How So Calif. Can Lead the Region to a Sustainable Future! DESCRIPTION:Join Gary Lai from AHBE/MIG for a webinar on the role of landscape architects and climate change. \nIn 2018\, the United Nations’ International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released their special report recommending keeping the world at 1.5 degrees C above pre-industrial levels by 2050.  In response\, municipalities\, non-governmental environmental groups and AE industry professional organizations have dubbed this decade as the “Decade of Action” on Climate Change response.  Landscape Architects are uniquely positioned to not only make a difference in this fight\, but to lead the effort.  Please join me for a discussion on climate change\, local sustainability efforts\, how Landscape Architects will be the key to humanity’s future and how you can get involved.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE \n  URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/the-role-of-landscape-architects-and-climate-change/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Webinar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200429T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200429T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200410T181333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T194755Z UID:6179-1588158000-1588170600@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Drawing Matters: The Value of Drawing DESCRIPTION:A Webinar – 1.5 PDH (LA CES-non-HSW) \nDrawing still matters. Rather than the familiar debate over digital versus hand graphics\, this session explores the value of drawing as a process connected to seeing\, thinking\, and engaging throughout design. We hope that you stay well\, and look forward to seeing you online! \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/drawing-matters-exploring-the-value-of-drawing-in-landscape-architecture/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Online-Webinar2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200415T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200415T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200410T182156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T182156Z UID:6184-1586948400-1586953800@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Breaking Free from Tropical Hardwoods: New Alternatives for Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Rebroadcast: Breaking Free from Tropical Hardwoods: New Alternatives for Sustainability \n1.5 PDH ( LA CES-HSW) \nDependency on tropical hardwoods is unsustainable given current rates of use\, ecosystem degradation\, and slow renewal rates. Fortunately\, there are new alternatives that are durable\, beautiful\, and renewable. In this session\, learn how to use and work with thermally modified\, acetylated\, and polymerized woods\, fused bamboo lumber\, and black locust. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/breaking-free-from-tropical-hardwoods-new-alternatives-for-sustainability/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Online-Webinar2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200303T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200303T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200128T221743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T221743Z UID:5960-1583224200-1583269200@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Climate 2020 DESCRIPTION:Join industry leaders for inspirational keynotes\, executive roundtables\, workshops\, networking\, climate awards\, a rockin’ reception and more. We will also be celebrating climate leaders in the industry through our second annual National Co+op Grocers Climate Collaborative Awards. \nLearn more here URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/climate-2020/ LOCATION:Anaheim Marriott CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Climate-2020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200128T215121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T215121Z UID:5952-1582448400-1582477200@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 3: Design DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills required for site design from principles of design and initial programming through preliminary design stages. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, landscape architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address: mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu \nMore info: https://www.uclaextension.edu/search/courses/all/all/all/all/all?search=lare URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-3-design-3/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200128T220234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T220234Z UID:5956-1582362000-1582390800@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 4: Construction Documentation (2 day) DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills for preparing plans\, including demolition\, grading\, drainage\, planting\, and stormwater management. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, landscape architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address: mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu \nMore info: https://www.uclaextension.edu/search/courses/all/all/all/all/all?search=lare URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-4-construction-documentation-2-day-2/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Blvd. CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200128T215704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T220334Z UID:5954-1582286400-1582304400@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 4: Construction Documentation (2 day) DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills for preparing plans\, including demolition\, grading\, drainage\, planting\, and stormwater management.\nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, landscape architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address: mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu \nMore info: https://www.uclaextension.edu/search/courses/all/all/all/all/all?search=lare URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-4-construction-documentation-2-day/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200209T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200209T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20200128T213846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T214637Z UID:5948-1581238800-1581267600@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 2: Inventory and Analysis DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills related to inventory\, data gathering\, analysis\, programming\, regional land use planning\, site land use planning\, and principles of design. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, landscape architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address: mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu \nMore info: https://www.uclaextension.edu/search/courses/all/all/all/all/all?search=lare URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-2-inventory-and-analysis-3/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191103T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190719T180136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T194535Z UID:5466-1572771600-1572800400@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 3: Design DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills required for site design from principles of design and initial programming through preliminary design stages. Revised exam includes analysis\, details\, and design materials. Advance enrollment required; no enrollment at the door. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, Landscape Architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep Classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep Courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact Details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-3-design-2/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191102T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191102T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190719T185438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T185438Z UID:5482-1572685200-1572714000@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 4: Construction Documentation- Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills for preparing plans\, including demolition\, grading\, drainage\, planting\, and storm-water management. Also covers construction documentation and specifications. \nAdvance enrollment required; no enrollment at the door. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, Landscape Architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep Classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep Courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact Details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-4-construction-documentation-part-2/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191101T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190719T180905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T194820Z UID:5471-1572609600-1572627600@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 4: Construction and Documentation Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills for preparing plans\, including demolition\, grading\, drainage\, planting\, and storm-water management. Also covers construction documentation and specifications. \nAdvance enrollment required; no enrollment at the door. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, Landscape Architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep Classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep Courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact Details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-4-construction-and-documentation/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191028 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20191017T164827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191017T164827Z UID:5672-1572048000-1572220799@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:What's out There Weekend - San Diego DESCRIPTION:Explore San Diego’s unique landscape legacy during What’s Out There® Weekend San Diego\, October 26-27\, 2019. \nRegister now for FREE\, expert-led tours of dozens of sites\, including gardens\, campuses\, plazas\, public parks\, and cultural institutions. \nFor times and tour details\, view Full Announcement Here URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/whats-out-there-weekend-san-diego/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Balboa-Park.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190719T175212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T183021Z UID:5464-1571562000-1571590800@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 2: Inventory and Analysis DESCRIPTION:Knowledge and skills related to inventory\, data gathering\, analysis\, programming\, regional land use planning\, site land use planning\, and principles of design. \nAdvance enrollment required; no enrollment at the door. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, Landscape Architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep Classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep Courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact Details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-2-inventory-and-analysis-2/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191019T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190719T174647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T184857Z UID:5462-1571475600-1571504400@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LARE Section 1: Project and Construction Administration DESCRIPTION:Workshop covers regulations\, contracts\, and construction administration processes. \nAdvance enrollment requirement\, no enrollment at the door. \nTaught by Angela Woodward\, ASLA\, Landscape Architect (CA 2126). For over 10 years\, Angela has taught LARE Prep Classes and mentored many candidates to success. She has been on the national ASLA LARE Prep Committee for the past 7 years\, and taught LARE Prep Courses at numerous ASLA conferences. \nContact Details:\nMelissa McDonald\nPhone Number: 310-825-9414\nEmail Address mmcdonald@unex.ucla.edu URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lare-section-1-project-and-construction-administration-2/ LOCATION:1010 Westwood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, California CATEGORIES:Education,LARE Classes,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190927 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190712T171534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T194838Z UID:5427-1569369600-1569542399@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:LightShow West 2019 DESCRIPTION:LightShow West 2019\, returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center September 25-26\, and remains the ONLY trade show and conference created specifically for West Coast specifiers of commercial\, architectural and high-design lighting products. \nASLA Members Are Invited to: \n– Tour the show floor at NO cost – and see over 250 commercial lighting and control suppliers AND attend free on-floor workshops. \n– Attend the two-day educational conference for FREE \nFor full details on sessions\, click here URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/lightshow-west-2019/ CATEGORIES:EXPO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Light-Show-West.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190921 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190719T173906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T173906Z UID:5459-1568937600-1569023999@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:National Park(ing) Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/national-parking-day/ CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Pros Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Parking-Day2018.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190809T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190809T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20190715T220631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T223038Z UID:5432-1565355600-1565362800@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Accessible Design Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Instructor\, Greg Izor to learn about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) & how to integrate design accessibility into your projects. Topics will include play areas & structures\, trails\, parks & outdoor developed areas. Please bring a note-taking tablet\, pens & project examples with accessible features to share. \nView Announcement Here \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/accessible-design-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ADA-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180428T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180428T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20180306T205200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T200357Z UID:4016-1524907800-1524918600@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Bike Tour of Downtown Long Beach DESCRIPTION:Long Beach has a strong bike culture and is home to Southern California’s first parklets and many more. See them through the urban lens as you bicycle around downtown to experience a variety of these award-winning parklets and learn about their unique challenges\, neighborhood impact and success. \nREGISTER HERE \nVIEW ANNOUNCEMENT\nThis program was one of many field sessions submitted to ASLA that were not selected as one of the 2017 ASLA Annual Meeting Field Sessions. We are pleased to bring this education opportunity to our members. \nFIELD SESSION LEADER: \nKirk Keller\, ASLA – Studio One Eleven \nAGENDA \n 9:30 AM Begin biking tour – Visit 245 E. Third Street \n10:00 AM Visit You are Here Parklet\, Groundwork Fitness Parklet and 25 mph parklet \n10:45 AM Visit Berlin Bistro Parklet \n11:45 AM Visit Lola’s Mexican Cuisine Parklet \n12:15 PM Visit the Social List Bulb-Out Sidewalk Dining project \n12:30 PM Lunch on your own \nMore details about this event\, learn more here \nParking: There is a public parking structure next door to Studio One Eleven (just east of us on third street with 2 hr free parking) \nMeet at the entrance to the Studio One Eleven office off of the promenade. URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/bike-tour-downtown-long-beach/ CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Pros Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Bike-Ride.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170915 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20170524T181400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170524T182210Z UID:3374-1505347200-1505433599@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:History of Design - Classroom Course Ends September 14 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/history-design-classroom-course-ends-september-14/ CATEGORIES:Education,UCLA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UCLA-Extension-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170523T103000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20170515T191312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170515T191312Z UID:3312-1495530000-1495535400@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Creating Livable Communities DESCRIPTION:What city features save Los Angeles $151 million in health care expenses and $8 million in water management costs annually? \nJoin Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell\, The Trust for Public Land\, and the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks as they share original research quantifying the economic benefits of the city’s parks. The morning will include a panel conversation about the role of parks in creating livable communities. \nFeatured panelists:\nDr. Hanaa Hamdi\, Director Public Health\, The Trust for Public Land\nCindy Montañez\, Chief Executive Officer\, TreePeople\nMary Lee\, Deputy Director\, PolicyLink \nRefreshments provided. \nRSVP by May 19 to Jannelle Gonzales at jannelle.gonzales@tpl.org or 323.223.0441\, ext. 10. \nWith thanks to Wells Fargo for their generous support. URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/creating-livable-communities/ LOCATION:Los Angeles City Hall\, 200 N. Spring Street\, 26th Floor\, Los Angeles\, 90012\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education,Presentation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/TFPL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170427T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170427T133000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20170419T145141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170423T203629Z UID:3178-1493294400-1493299800@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:"Update to California's Title 24 2016" DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ying Want\, AIA and LEED Fellow\, President – Okapi Architecture \nComplimentary refreshments will be provided. \nFree to attend. \nRegister HERE: URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/update-californias-title-24-2016-tools-visions-solutions/ LOCATION:VCA Green CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/USGBC-OC-e1492613392438.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170331T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170331T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20170123T231514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170123T231514Z UID:2776-1490947200-1490979600@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:SITES Accredited Professional (SITES AP) Exam DESCRIPTION:The SITES Accredited Professional (SITES AP) Exam has launched and is available at your nearest Prometric location! The chapter with the most people and the chapter with the greatest percentage of their membership that register and take the exam by March 31\, 2017\, will be awarded a half-day SITES® workshop in 2017! Those members that have already taken the exam since the launch of the exam (including those that took it at the 2016 ASLA Annual Meeting) can also be included in the contest. \nPlease note that all test takers in the beta period (first 200 test takers\,) will be able to take the exam again one additional time if they do not pass! The exam is currently still in the beta period. \nTo participate in the AP Exam Chapter Contest\, respond to this email with a tally of your members that have already taken the exam and who are registered and plan to take it by March 31. Chapters in the lead will be announced early February\, so submit early and often!\nRegister for the exam here! \nAn ASLA prepared webinar series to help you study for the exam is available at a discounted rate to members. The SITES accredited professional exam provides landscape architects with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge\, expertise and commitment to the profession. It also establishes a common framework to define the profession of sustainable landscape design and development. URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/sites-accredited-professional-sites-ap-exam/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Sites_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170322T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170322T193000 DTSTAMP:20260429T172604 CREATED:20170314T164919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T165013Z UID:3029-1490207400-1490211000@socal-asla.org SUMMARY:Title 24 Training Program DESCRIPTION:AIA Los Angeles & SoCalNOMA present \nContinuing Education Unit Credit: 1.5 CEU to be offered through the training. \nOkapi Architecture is offering a series of training events in southern California\, funded by the Southern California Gas Company. The purpose of the training is to provide a 60-90 minute summary of the most recent changes to Title 24\, discuss how to effectively utilize the Energy Code ACE website\, and link architects to the statewide IOU Codes and Standards team who are charged with implementing the new standards. \nLearning Objective \nAttendees will leave the training with a basic working knowledge of the changes to Title 24. They will also have an initial orientation about the benefits of referring to and using the Energy Code ACE website that offers a wide variety of tools conducive to implementing the updated standards. Attendees will also view projects that have successfully implemented the changes in Title 24 as best practice examples. The presentations are interactive and designed to offer attendees the opportunity to ask key questions. \nPresenters \nYing Wang\, AIA\, LEED AP BD+C and O+M and LEED Fellow\, is a registered architect in California and other states. She earned master degree in architecture from Virginia Tech University. She has compiled an impressive thirty-plus years in architecture\, program management and teaching. \nAs president of Okapi Architecture\, she manages multiple multi-million dollar energy programs supported by the Los Angeles Department Water & Power\, Southern Gas Company\, and Southern California Edison. She provides technical assistance to the Statewide Savings By Design Energy Efficiency program\, including Net Zero Energy and other sustainability measures. \nHer architectural work while employed under Skidmore\, Owings & Merrill and Leo A Daly delivered high profile design and high performance energy efficiency. Those experiences transformed and spanned her interests into sustainability program practice and teaching profession. \nShe has been actively involved in the impressive market growth of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and CHPS (Collaborative for High Performance Schools) for many years. Believing energy efficiency is the solution to the energy crisis and climate change\, she applies innovative solutions on the technical aspects of buildings. \nShe has managed the green schools program for Los Angeles Unified\, San Bernardino City Unified and various southern California charter schools. Approximately 200 existing building renovations\, and new schools have been built under her leadership. Those schools provide quality\, energy efficient learning environments for students and teachers. \nStan Klemanowicz is licensed as an architect in California and seven other states and NCARB certified. His affiliations include the American Institute of Architects\, Project Management Institute\, Green Building Certification Institute\, National Institute of Building Sciences and\, is a Founding Member of Façade Tectonics. Several of his projects have been recognized by professional organizations for their design and technical achievements. \nHe has been associated with Okapi Architecture for over two years. He is the Okapi Principal for day-to-day management of the Savings By Design program and its technical administration\, and is the primary contact for application to the program. His architectural experience of over thirty years includes managing the project delivery of hospitality\, commercial\, retail\, mixed-use\, industrial\, and educational projects. His special emphasis has been technical development\, construction documentation and administration. \nHe has been responsible for program and project management for over 300 projects for Los Angeles Unified School District\, projects for the Port of Los Angeles including the over $1 billion Pier 400 development\, Major Modernization Programs for the City of Santa Monica\, and several facilities for the Los Angeles Community College District. \nHe has been team manager and leader for numerous major\, iconic projects in New York\, New Jersey\, Texas\, California and overseas. His participation in the development of an iconic high-rise bank building in Jedda\, Saudi Arabia that\, after thirty years of occupancy\, remains a high standard for energy efficiency in the region was the foundation of his passive design philosophy. He has also been responsible for the largest LEED Silver project in the City of Los Angeles\, and several LEED Gold and Platinum certified projects. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://socal-asla.org/event/title-24-training-program/ LOCATION:the National Organization of Minority Architects\, 3780 Wilshire Blvd.\, Suite 800\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90010\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://socal-asla.org/socal/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/NOMA-e1489509966706.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR