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At the Green Festival, green means taking care of people and the planet. We are proud to present these films covering important issues of social justice, economic justice and environmental responsibility from around the world.
SATURDAY
10:30 am
National Teach-In on Iraq: How Can We End This War?
A Special Project by Global Exchange Featuring incredible speakers from a national Iraq War teach-in, March 24, 2005 (40-year anniversary of the first Vietnam War teach-in), this film covers topics ranging from the reality of the war told from a soldier’s point of view to what you can do to oppose the U.S. military’s recruitment of low-income youth and people of color.
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40-Minute Presentations and Job Board
Whether you are just starting out, looking to make a mid-career change, or just looking for fresh perspectives on the current green business landscape, you’ll find these inspiring presentations a great introduction to what’s out there. A job board is also featured with listings from Green Festival exhibitors and Green Career resources, so come prepared with your résumé!
Saturday
11:30am - Co-operative Working Environments - Samantha Saarion, Co-op America
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Yoga Classes
Located in Exhibit Hall
All levels & ages welcome
Please wear comfortable clothing for movement and if possible, bring a towel or mat. We suggest that you do not eat before any of the sessions.
Saturday Oct 6
11 am
Vinyasa Yoga - Stu Turkelson
According to Stu, there are as many different styles of yoga as there are genres of music. His intention in a powerful vinyasa workout is to inspire students to find their own rhythm. This challenging yoga class will increase strength, flexibility and stamina.
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Visit the Green Festival’s premier networking lounge, where you’ll hear updates from local social justice and environmental campaigns and learn how to get involved. Discover how to create puppets and political art, find out what’s going on in your community, have a talk with a new friend...it all happens here.
2-Hour Nonviolent Direct Action Trainings
Room 208A, Saturday, 11am and 3pm, Sunday, 12pm and 3pm
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Green Home/Green Building Pavillion |
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Ready to make those much-needed, energy-efficient home upgrades?
Finding toddlers and household toxins don’t mix? This is a perfect
opportunity to make your home environment a healthy one.
Saturday
11:30AM Energy-Efficient Lighting and Other Technologies - Jill Abelson, EPA Energy Star
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Join us for fun, interactive activities all day that explore the world around us through arts, crafts, movement and exploration.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday and Sunday
Discovery Creek's Rolling Rainforest
All Day / Suitable for All Ages
Become an explorer of nature inside Discovery Creek’s Rolling Rainforest. Discover the beauty, biodiversity, and value of the rainforest ecosystem as you are magically transported to a neotropical rainforest with species from Brazil, Peru, Ecuador and Central America.
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Located in the organic food dining area. The music stage features great local bands and performers.
Saturday
11:00AM Julia Friend and Gabe Pumpkin - Folk
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When you buy Fair Trade products, you ensure that farmers and artisans
earn living wages that enable them to take care of their families, grow
their businesses and maintain a healthy environment. Learn more about
what Fair Trade is doing around the world.
Saturday
10:30AM Abol Coffee: Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and Tasting
Join Tamiru Degefa, cofounder and CEO, and Walter R. Sobie, chairman of the Artemis Nanotechnology Venture Fund, Inc., in this unique coffee experience.
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