October 2016: NEWSFLASH Visit Our Website Rock Art Brewery swaps out black plastic can carriers for recyclable version Black plastic has been in the news lately. The reason: Most if it is no longer recyclable in Chittenden County. One Vermont company has already taken steps to make sure they are literally on the green side […]
Continue readingGreen Mountains, Blue Water Earth Care News October 2016 In this newsletter: Deep Change for Climate Justice: Oct. 15 – 16 — Register Today! People and the Planet Over Profit: March and Rally, Oct. 10, Burlington Renewable Energy Vermont Conference: Oct 13 – 14, Burlington Energy Independent Vermont Climate Solutions Summit: Nov. 19, Burlington VECAN […]
Continue readingThe annual Vermont International Film Festival starts Oct 21. This year VTIFF is pleased to offer a student matinee screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary, Racing Extinction on Wednesday, October 26, at 11:30am at the Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center Film House in Burlington. Racing Extinction is gripping eco-thriller documentary that examines biodiversity loss, its effect on humanity, and the solutions that inspire […]
Continue readingNo tape, no glue This time of year brings fresh faces into every classroom and program at King Street Center. Our family is expanding with new kids, volunteers, parents, and staff. I am deeply grateful for the years Dave Besserer, former Teen Program Director, and Mollie Hart, former Education Director gave to the […]
Continue readingGBWF LUNCH | FRI, OCT 14: WOMEN IN POLITICS– AT THE PODIUM AND BEHIND THE SCENES Attend Event Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Friday, October 14, 2016 from 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM (EDT) Contois Auditorium, Burlington City Hall 149 Church St Burlington, VT 05401 View Map JOIN […]
Continue readingGet Involved Visit Our Website Give E-News September 2016 As summer makes way for autumn, we’re excited to announce the release of our fall Vermont Environmental Report. In this edition we cover the many faces of VNRC’s advocacy – from Town Hall to the State House. So kick back with a hot cup of mulled […]
Continue readingOpportunities to glean in your community! Volunteers Needed: Fall Crops! This week we have opportunities to harvest beautiful vegetables at the Intervale Farms in Burlington and Maple Wind Farm in Huntington. Come out, bring friends and experience the refreshing cool weather at our beautiful local farms. Because of your support we are able to help ensure that […]
Continue readingOPEN STUDIO WEEKEND Saturday and Sunday, October 8–9 • 10am – 5pm Celebrate fall with us! To mark Open Studio weekend, we share carving, crafting, and art with club meetings, demonstrations, and workshops. A few highlights: • Green Mountain Woodcarvers: Monthly meeting and carve-in : Saturday, 9 – 1 At the Carve-In, members will work […]
Continue readingDo you have a bike or a sewing machine that’s taking up space and collecting dust? Set it free to bring hope and opportunity to someone in the developing world. Bring it to the annual Pedals for Progress collection on September 24th. sponsored by members of the Since 1999, the Green Mountain Returned Peace Corps Volunteers have shipped more than 3,000 […]
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