Posts Tagged local

Vegan Food Trucks Invade Los Angeles

“Food trucks are taking over our cities’ streets, and consumers are rejoicing over the expanding trend. With street food becoming more abundant, it’s exposing us to more culturally diverse eats at cheap prices, and it’s giving us all a chance to branch out and try new foods that “pop up” randomly on our street corners.

While the trend is just hitting cities some cities like Chicago, it’s been going strong in others for some time. In Los Angeles, trendy food trucks have been serving the community for the last few years, and the latest craze in street cuisine is going meatless. Vegetarian and vegan food trucks are invading Los Angeles, and eager consumers are happy to jump on board to support these new businesses. Check out LA’s newest and finest vegan food trucks:”

Vegan Food Trucks Invade Los Angeles via Kimberly Stakal – Health Daily Online

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More Beekeeping on the Rooftops of New York (Video)

“When I posted a video on how to keep bees on the rooftops of New York City, I noted that it was the lifting of the city’s ban on beekeeping that was making all this possible. Many beekeepers, however, have been at it since long before the ban—and now that they are free from prosecution, they are coming out of the closet. Check out Andrew Coté, the “guru of New York beekeeping”, as he teaches some would-be beekeepers the tricks of the trade on Brooklyn rooftops and swanky Manhattan balconies.”

More Beekeeping on the Rooftops of New York (Video) via Sami Grover – Treehugger

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2011 Green Festival

“In its 10th year in Seattle the Green Festival celebrated 1 million attendees and all that is good and green. Green Festival is the largest sustainability-focused event in the U.S. and folks learned about everything from GMO’s and organics to solar and urban composting options. People also came out to hear from well-known sustainability experts including Dennis Kucinich, Ed Humes, and Zoe Weil.”

VIEW PHOTOS: 2011 Green Festival via Mohini Patel Glanz – Seattle Weekly

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Best to Know Before You Go – Seattle Green Festival

“The Seattle Green Festival is almost here, and here are some things to know before you go:

You can purchase your tickets online at www.greenfestivals.org and get a discounted admission. Or you can purchase your tickets at the door of theQwest Field Event Center on the day of the event. When you purchase your tickets, you’ll receive GF Bucks for either dining or shopping at over 300 exhibits. Online tickets are $10 for one day/$15 for two, and you’ll receive $5 back in GF Bucks. Tickets at the door are $15 for one day/$25 for two, and you’ll also receive $5 in GF Bucks in return.

Children under 18 get into the festival free. Discounts are available for students, seniors, cyclists or public transit riders. Government employees who show their ID also get in free. Cyclists can use the complimentary Green Festival Bike Valet Service on Occidental.

Speakers will have their books available for purchase at the Green Festivals Official Bookstore (sponsored by University Bookstore). Authors signing at the bookstore will include: Amy Goodman, David Korten, and John Perkins.”

Best to Know Before You Go – Seattle Green Festival via CBS Seattle

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King County offers everyday ‘green’ tips at annual Green Festival, May 21-22, in Seattle

“From helping people make affordable and resource-saving home improvements, to offering planet-saving consumer advice, King County government is recognized nationally as a leader of sustainability and “green” living.

Come see some of the County’s top sustainability and green experts at the annual Green Festival, at Qwest Field on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. and on Sunday, May 22 from 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

This is a great opportunity to hear from more than 125 experts on sustainability and interconnectivity within the green movement; visit with dozens of exhibitors from across the region promoting the benefits of fair trade; and get samples of products from around the globe.

Two of King County’s own environmental experts will also be participating in presentations at the show:”

King County offers everyday ‘green’ tips at annual Green Festival, May 21-22, in Seattle via King County Natural Resources and Parks

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The Green Festival Hits Seattle THIS Weekend!

“AM 1090 wants YOU to go GREEN at the Seattle Green Festival, THIS WEEKEND at Qwest Event Center!

Join AM 1090 & Don Willis Furniture for the Festival at the Qwest Field Event Center THIS  Saturday, May 21, 2011 10am – 7pm & Sunday, May 22, 2011 11am – 6pm! PLUS when you stop by our booth, you can enter to win 2 Natural Cedar Adirondack chairs courtesy of Don Willis Furniture!”

The Green Festival Hits Seattle THIS Weekend! via CBS Seattle

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CONSERVATION: Qwest Center holds 10th annual Green Festival this weekend

“SEATTLE — The Seattle Green Festival, one of the nation’s top sustainability events, will celebrate its 10th anniversary Saturday and Sunday at a new location, Qwest Event Center.

It offers opportunities for community members to meet their favorite authors, actors and community leaders; shop more than 300 eco-friendly exhibitors; participate in educational workshops; enjoy live music and local vegetarian cuisine; and sample organic chocolates, wine and beer.

Ten stages and pavilions will play host to more than 125 educational speakers, including Congressman Dennis Kucinich, Amy Goodman, Jeffrey Smith, John Perkins, Zoe Weil, Dr. David Korten, Dr. Sharif Abdullah and Seattle City Council member Mike O’Brien.”

CONSERVATION: Qwest Center holds 10th annual Green Festival this weekend via Tri-City Herald

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Green Festival Seattle at Qwest Event Center

“This year the Green Festival will be held at the Qwest Event Center next weekend, May 21-22. For more information, check out the online program guide.”

Green Festival Seattle at Qwest Event Center via Jack Olmstead – Seattle Pi Blogs

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Educational, eco-friendly fun at Green Kids Zone at Green Festival Chicago 2011

“Families visiting the Green Kids Zone at Green Festival Chicago 2011 on Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15 can enjoy a variety of physical, creative, and educational play activities, as well as lively entertainment presented on stage. On Saturday, this area was bustling with happy children doing everything from making newspaper shark fins at the Discover the Depths table to singing along with The Chicago School of Blues on stage. When taking a break from learning about the eco-friendly products on display at the rest of the festival, families can stop by the Green Kids Zone to learn about the natural world in the following fun and playful ways.”

Educational, eco-friendly fun at Green Kids Zone at Green Festival Chicago 2011 via Renee Carver – Chicago Children’s Toys Examiner

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