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Trinity Blacklands Urban Forestry Council's Fall Celebration - Dallas

Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of TBUFC!

The Trinity Blacklands Urban Forestry Council is an organization formed to address the increasing urban forestry needs for the eight county region surrounding Dallas, Texas.

Our mission is to promote the protection and development of urban forest resources. We execute our mission by communicating important issues, needs and information about urban forest resources to our local officials, civic leaders and media.

Free.

Contact: mpace@tfs.tamu.edu

Texas Tree Conference - Waco

Building Bridges…

Join us in Waco on October 5-7, 2011, for the largest and best Texas Tree Conference ever! We anticipate over 500 attendees as we "Build Bridges" to include a track for Utility Arborists, and offer sessions focusing on Landscape Architecture with trees in mind, Irrigation with trees in mind, and a Tree School for Spanish-speaking arborists. In addition, we will continue our history of providing outstanding education programs featuring nationally known speakers, the latest in tree research and arboriculture, an awards luncheon, and numerous networking opportunities.

"Growing Green" Vocal Trash Concert - Cedar Hill

Come celebrate Cedar Hill “Growing Green” at the Music in the Park Concert.

The concert will feature the nationally acclaimed “Vocal Trash”.  This is a high energy band that puts the fun into recycling and uses instruments recycled from trash.

The admission is free.

Besides great music, there will be environmental booths and demonstrations, recycling information, the Adopt-A-Park/Adopt-A-Trail kick-off, food and opportunities to learn how Cedar Hill is “Growing Green”.

 On-site paper shredding will be available for $5.00 per box* from 6:00-7:00pm. Bring your documents in boxes, bags, whatever you like and there is no need to remove paper clips, staples, etc. Any quantity welcome! *A standard box 15"x12"x10" or Kitchen Trash Bag holds 35 lbs.

Bring your lawn chairs, come early, celebrate “Green” and enjoy the concert!

Trash Makeover Fashion & Art Reuse Challenge - Austin

TCE is throwing an exciting party at Highland Mall in Austin to celebrate Texas Campaign for the Environment’s 20 years of protecting our air, water, land and health – and you’re invited to join the party or become a sponsor! The celebration will be TCE’s first-ever Trash Makeover: Fashion Reuse Challenge. Judged by a celebrity panel with Liz Watson serving as emcee, local designers will compete with each other by creating fashions comprised of recycled materials. The VIP reception begins at 6 pm and the main event is from 7 to 9 pm in a former clothing store on the lower level of the mall.

Click here to sponsor the event or to purchase tickets. $50/person Admission

If you are unable to attend but want to be involved, please consider giving a 20th Anniversary contribution.

The Trash Makeover will be a Zero Waste event - at least 90% of discards will be reused, recycled or composted.

Bison Tour - Lewisville

Bison Tour: Last Sunday of each month (except July and August), 2:00 p.m. (time subject to change during the heat of the summer)

Once each month, visitors are invited to roam over to LLELA’s bison area for a guided tour. Participants will meet herd owner Robert Vaughan at the gatehouse, then drive out for an opportunity to see the bison up close (great photo opportunity!) and learn more about bison natural history and husbandry.

All ages are welcome; registration is required at 972-219-7980. The tour is available for only $2/person in addition to LLELA’s regular gate fee of $5/person. The bison are normally off view in a secure area of LLELA, so this is a chance to visit a part of the preserve most people don’t get to see.

The Gluten Truth Conference - Dallas

AMPLY STIMULATING BOTH SIDES OF YOUR BRAIN
with the Latest Scientific Information, Creativity and Entertainment,
Gluten-Free Health Food, and a Whole Lotta Fun!

PRESENTED BY THE
Intestinal Health Institute AND Dr. Kenneth Fine
for your Health, Happiness, and Hope!

See Website for Conference Schedule, Topics & Speakers

PRICING:

Full Conference Program, 5 Meals
and Reception: November 3-6, 2011 -
$245 when registering before Labor
Day; $269 after Labor Day
Save 10% by registering early!

Friday, November 4th only - Morning,
Afternoon and Evening Programs
and 2 Meals - $128

Saturday, November 5th only -
Morning and Evening Programs
and 2 Meals - $92

Lake Worth Monster Bash - Ft Worth

Forty-two years ago, Fort Worth was abuzz with reported sightings of the Lake Worth Monster - described as a hairy, scaly 7-foot-tall man-goat-beast. Though sightings of the creature haven't occurred regularly since the summer of 1969, the annual Lake Worth Monster Bash keeps alive the local legend and its habitat. The 2011 celebration is just around the corner and you will want to be a part of this fun-filled family event!