The Sierra Club Great Waters Group holds monthly programs usually on the Third Monday of every month, excepting summer months of June, July and August when we are out exploring, enjoying and protecting nature. In December. instead, we hold our annual Holiday Party with a feast, a silent auction, and live entertainment. This normally takes place the first Sunday in January. In 2019, the Holiday Party falls on December 8th, due to the late Thanksgiving holiday. In April, we hold Earth Day celebrations and service activities instead of a Monday program. Ocasionally the meeting times and locations need to be changed, so always check the calendar.
Contamination and Restoration of Local Waterways program is Oct. 18
October 3, 2021
The Great Waters Group is moving back to Zoom for its October program: Contamination and Restoration of Local Riverways by Cheryl Nenn of Milwaukee Riverkeeper. To learn more about the Milwaukee River Basin's past, present and future, register for...
Urban Trees, Climate Resiliency and a Campfire Conversation
September 9, 2021
Join us as we gather in person for our first monthly program this fall! We've reserved the Redwood Picnic Area at Hawthorne Glen, where we can comfortably spread out. Hear a short presentation on Trees and Urban Forests by Dan Buckler, as well as...
Explore National Parks With Us Virtually
February 2, 2021
Since we can't do in-person outings yet, join us by Zoom twice a month to explore national parks in the West and other places with a video and discussion. We'll start on Feb. 3 with Glacier National Park. Travel to cool places while staying warm at...
'Microplastic Madness': Film viewing and Q&A
November 25, 2020
Join us for a free screening of the award-winning movie, "MIcroplastic Madness" on Jan. 11. Be inspired by Brooklyn youth to take plastic-free action! This virtual screening will be followed by a Q&A with movie co-director Debby Lee Cohen....
Support These Past Auction Donors When You Shop
November 24, 2020
This year our Holiday Party is being held via Zoom. In previous years, generous businesses and groups have donated silent auction items to support our work. This year we encourage our members to support these businesses and nonprofits that have...
Holiday Party Goes Virtual on Dec. 6
November 24, 2020
The annual Holiday Party will be a little different this year, but we will still have a chance to hear great music, "see" friends, play trivia and toast the Great Waters Group's 50th anniversary. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6. Sign...
Food Waste in Milwaukee: A panel discussion
November 17, 2020
Leaders from four local organizations that are at the forefront of improving food security in Milwaukee – Friedens Community Ministries Food Pantry, Kompost Kids, Tikkun Ha-Ir, and Tricklebee Cafe – talked about the food waste problem in Milwaukee...
Panel Discussion on Local Food Waste Canceled
March 14, 2020
No surprise, but sadly we must cancel Monday's panel discussion on the issues related to food waste and what we can do about it in our own lives. But we're sharing some links where you can more about the presenters' groups and other things you can...
Honoring African American Environmental Pioneers on February 17
February 7, 2020
Sierra Club Great Waters Group is celebrating Black History Month with a February 17th event Honoring African American Environmental Pioneers at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum, 2620 W. Center St., Milwaukee.
Holiday Party and Fundraiser, Dec. 8, 2019
December 1, 2019
Make your reservations now for Sunday, Dec. 8, from 4 to 8 p.m.
Location: Wil O Way - SOUTH at Grant Park, 207 S. Lake Drive, South Milwaukee
The annual Holiday Party is a great chance to meet Sierra Club members, bid on auction items and enjoy a...