Sustainability and Social Impact
Are you interested in learning about Sustainability and exploring topics/trends to make a difference?
Hear from experts, network, have social impact in our community, connect with like-minded peers. Bimonthly meetings at HAYVN from 5:30–7:00pm.
Explore — Ask Questions — Have Social Impact — Make a Difference
HAYVN Sustainability/Social Impact Group brings like-minded people together to explore and understand what is happening today to help our planet, and ourselves, build a more sustainable future.
Each of us can make a difference!
4 Reasons to Join
- Explore – How to live sustainably to meet our needs without compromising future generations
- Ask Questions – Explore a wide range of topics from monthly featured speakers
- Have Social Impact – Promote social equity and inclusion
- Make a Difference – Learn new ways to live, work and play in more sustainable-driven communities.
Admission
Bimonthly Meetings: 5:30-7:00pm in-person at HAYVN.
Join us for quality networking, on an intriguing sustainability-focused topic and discussion with industry leading speakers. Light food and snacks will be served.
- General Admission: $15
- HAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com
The Sustainable Closet — April 23, 2026, 5:30-7:00PM
The Sustainable Closet —
Curated by HAYVN | Led by Melora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Melora
and Featuring Valerie Jana Smith, Founder of Locals Closet
The Sustainable Closet is an interactive, conversation-driven experience designed to help guests rethink how they shop, wear, and care for their clothes. Rather than encouraging more consumption, this event centers on editing with intention—showing how a well-curated wardrobe can support both personal style and sustainability.
Led by sustainable stylist Melora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Melora and featuring Valerie Jana Smith of Locals Closet, the discussion blends practical wardrobe strategy with a broader lens on circular fashion, local designers, and mindful consumption.
What Guests Will Experience
An approachable, insightful exploration of how to build a closet that reflects both who you are and what you value.
Locals Closet will present a curated selection of pieces from Hudson Valley, New York–based designers and pieces sourced from Local Clothing Swaps.
Key themes include:
- Buying less—but buying better
- Understanding cost-per-wear and longevity
- Editing what you already own before acquiring more
- Identifying versatile “workhorse” pieces
- Letting go responsibly through resale or donation
- Shop from local designers and artisans
- Discover new local brands by visiting your local farmers and artisan markets
Mark Your Calendars!
- Apr. 23, 2026, 5:30-7pm – The Sustainable Closet (an interactive event). SIGN UP SOON
- Jun. 3, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.
- Sep. 29, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.
- Oct. 15, 2026, 5:30-7pm – stay tuned for info.
Missed an Event? Here Are A Few.
To watch them all, plus more videos and events go to HAYVN’s YouTube channel
