Stainless Steel Pint Cups by Klean Kanteen
Summer is just around the corner, which means there will be lots of outdoor gatherings. Instead of using plastic single use cups, try the 16oz Kanteen Stainless Steel Pint Cups. They are durable, versatile, reusable, and dishwasher safe.
I have these cups and they are awesome. They are perfect for picnics, barbecues, outdoor concerts, hangin’ by the pool, or any occasion.
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Green Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
What are some ways to be Green on Mother’s Day? Start by giving handmade, local, organic, Fair Trade, and eco-friendly gifts. Choose organic local flowers. Most flowers are mainly grown in other countries that use harmful chemicals and pesticides. Who wants to bring that into their home?
Green Mother’s Day Gift Ideas:
• Make your gifts. Be creative and have fun. Your mom will feel special to receive a custom made gift.
• Make a terrarium for your mom.
• Shop at local craft fairs for unique handmade goods.
• Shop vintage, antique stores, and flea markets
• Instead of giving a material object, try giving her an experience such as a class, event tickets, a membership, make a donation, spa or massage.
• Cook a special meal for her at home.
• Use recycled cards or plantable seed paper cards. Although, the best form of holiday cards are always e-cards.
Have a Green Mother’s Day!
Big Sunday Weekend May 4th-6th
Big Sunday Weekend is a huge volunteer opportunity on May 4th, 5th, & 6th. Please check out their site for more info and find projects in your area.
Earth Day Events in Los Angeles 2012
Earth Day is a day that is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation
for the Earth’s natural environment.
To find events in your area, go to:http://act.earthday.org/events
Aquarium of the PacificSaturday, April 21 100 Aquarium Way Long Beach, CA 90802 www.aquariumofpacific.org Learn about caring for the environment at the various booths that will be located at the aquarium for Earth Day. There will be information available from earth-friendly organizations, eager to help teach visitors. There will be hands-on demonstrations, and visitors can save $7 on admission by bringing any e-waste to the event. The weekend long celebration will start on April 21st from 9-5pm. Cost of the event is free with paid admission to the aquarium. |
Eco-Station Children’s Earth DaySaturday, April 21 10101 Jefferson Blvd.Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 842-8060 http://www.ecostation.org/ecostation/eventearthday.htm Encourage children to become “green” at this all -day children’s festival. There will be live entertainment, food, games, vendors, and educational activities for children. Over 40,000 people attended last year, so plan to arrive early. The event will be happening on April 22nd from 10am-4pm. |
Newport Bay Conservancy CenterSaturday, April 21 Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center 2301 University Drive Newport Beach , CA 92660 Learn about the Earth, by exploring environmental exhibits at the Newport Bay Conservancy Center. There will be fun for the whole family with scavenger hunts, craft booths, opportunity drawings, and live music performed by Jason Feddy. Last year over 1,000 people attended the event at their environmentally friendly facility. The free event will be on Sunday, April 22nd at 10am. |
Picnic for the PlanetSunday, April 22 The Nature Conservancy and partners are hosting Picnic for the Planet events all across the world! http://www.nature.org/earthday/index.htm |
TrashARTist Earth Day ExpoSaturday, April 21, 2012 11:00 am – 4:00 pm |
California Poppy FestivalSaturday, April 21st and Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Los Angeles County Museum of ArtSunday, April 22, 2012 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
Malibu Beach Cleanup Earth DaySunday, April 22, 2012 9:00 am – 10:30 am |
Earth Day Celebration at Polliwog ParkSaturday, April 28, 2012 11:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Redondo Beach Earth Day CelebrationSaturday, April 21, 2012 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
Beach Cleanup – Earth DaySaturday, April 21, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm |
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium Earth WeekendSaturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22, 2012, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Tadasana International Festival of Yoga & MusicApril 20 – 22, 2012 |
Topanga Earth DayApril 21 & 22 |
Celebrate Earth Day With The Flower BomberReform School 3902 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90029 Stop by the shop this Saturday, April 21st between 12 and 3pm and meet the infamous Flower Bomber. More elusive than Banksy, you don’t want to miss this opportunity. He will be giving out free samples of his magic seed bombs. Pick up your bombs and help pretty the city! |
FreebiesSunday, April 22 Some retailers are giving away eco-friendly items instead. Below is a list of some April 22 freebies and deals culled by dealnews.com: - Target is giving away one reusable shopping bag per customer April 22, available at the guest services desk at each store. - Beauty brand Origins will give away one full-size sample of a cleanser in exchange for a bottle of your current skincare product. All bottles and packaging will be recycled. - Barnes & Noble will offer a 20% discount on Earth-friendly toys and games from its online store. - Chipotle Mexican Grill will give away a free burrito on Earth Day to customers who purchase a lunch bag before April 14 from the restaurant chain. The bags are made from recycled Chipotle billboards. - The National Park Service is offering free admission to all 397 national parks April 21-29. |
World FestMay 20 Woodley Park 6335 Woodley Ave Van Nuys, CA 91406 http://www.worldfestevents.com Celebrate a love for the environment at this fun, and educational Earth Day event. Featured speakers will be talking at the event to help education the community on how to better care for our Earth. There will be children’s activities, music, environmental non-profits, and more! Pre-sale tickets are available for $7, with tickets at the door will be available for $9. The event will take place on May 20th from 10:30-7pm, at Woodley Park. |
Mushrooms That Eat Plastic & Mushroom Packaging
In the Ecuadorian rain forest, they’ve found the first fungus species able to survive exclusively on polyurethane. Polyurethane doesn’t degrade naturally. Scientists have found Pestalotiopsis microspora, a polyurethane eating mushroom. Found by a group of Yale students, the mushroom can live off of polyurethane exclusively, even without oxygen! Amazing!
Also, a couple of college friends discovered that the sticky substance on the bottom of mushrooms called mycelium could be turned into a glue and when that glue is combined with corn husks and other food byproducts it takes on a form similar to Styrofoam. Their company, Ecovative wants used Styrofoam to become mulch, not waste.
Watch a video about these magic mushrooms here.
Earth Day Contest Giveaway
Update 4/7/12 – The winner of the contest is: Tamalyn Fraley. Congratulations!
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Today is my birthday and to celebrate I’m giving away some Earth Day prizes!
What you get: A tote bag containing eco-friendly items (pictured below).
Here’s what you need to do:
1) Follow eco enthusiast on Twitter.
2) “Like” eco enthusiast on Facebook.
3) Comment on the eco enthusiast Facebook page mentioning the contest and your earth friendly goals for this year.
4) Send your e-mail address to: info@ecoenthusiast.com
Only 1 lucky winner will be selected and contacted via e-mail. Contest ends tonight 4/6/12 at midnight. Winner will be announced tomorrow.
Good luck!
*Winners must collect the prize within’ 30 days of the contest end date.
Is Your Easter Candy Ethical?
Chocolate is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but for the children working in slavery conditions in cacao fields across West Africa’s Ivory Coast, the reality behind it is anything but sweet. Check out this great article: The bitter truth behind the chocolate in your Easter basket.
Earth Hour is tonight 3/31 at 8:30pm
Hundreds of millions of people, businesses and governments around the world unite each year to support the largest environmental event in history – Earth Hour.
More than 5,200 cities and towns in 135 countries worldwide switched off their lights for Earth Hour 2011 alone, sending a powerful message for action on climate change. It also ushered in a new era with members going Beyond the Hour to commit to lasting action for the planet. Without a doubt, it’s shown how great things can be achieved when people come together for a common cause.
