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The Benefits of Living Connected to Place

Close ties to community and others advances health and happiness

Learn how stronger bonds to one's community and other people can help the environment and lead to better health and more happiness from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, at the Burlingame Community Center, 850 Burlingame Ave. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required at https://bit.ly/ConnectedtoPlace.

Presented by the Citizens Environmental Council, "Living Connected to Place" features Matt Biggar, Ph.D., a place-based collaboration consultant who will offer guidance on how changing systems locally and regionally can support living connected to place and advance collective well-being. For more information, email info@cecburlingame.org. He formerly served as Principal of Burlingame High School and Associate Superintendent of the San Mateo Union High School District.

The Citizens Environmental Council’s mission is to champion regional sustainability through education, advocate for environmental and climate policies, and empower young environmental leaders. For more information, visit cecburlingame.org or email info@cecburlingame.org.

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