An environmental group or organization
We'll talk about all things vermicompost: from where to get worms, how to take care of them, what to feed them for maximum output, and more. We'll also be talking about the latest environmental news, and then move on to member suggested topics. UPDATE: Event was moved to Oct. 15.
The North Texas Electric Auto Association’s goal is to support local EV enthusiasts and to promote and educate the public regarding the benefits of electric vehicles.
All monthly meetings are free and open to the public.
Jack Tidwell, manager of the Environment & Development Department at the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), will speak about Vision North Texas, which is an award-winning partnership of private, public, and academic organizations.
S'mores, songs, stories and more. $5 plus admission. RSVP: Erin.Taylor@UNT.edu or 972-219-3930.
S'mores, songs, stories and more. $5 plus admission. RSVP: Erin.Taylor@UNT.edu.
Dinner and cooking demostration featuring whole wheat penne pasta with basil pesto and cherry tomatoes. After dinner, watch a pesto demonstration and take home a sample. $10. Info: ejdry54@yahoo.com. Benefits community garden.
Mean Greens for Animals advocates a plant-based diet to promote animal welfare, sustainability and health. The group offers opportunities for eductation, social activities and activism. Info: alexandria.kaye@yahoo.com.
Two nationally respected conservationists will examine the impact of nighttime artificial lighting on physical, mental and spiritual health at a workshop and lecture.
Cindy Luongo Cassidy will lead the 5-6:45 pm lighting assessment workshop, featuring a walk-around critique of installed lighting on the UTA campus. Following the Planetarium show "The November Night Sky," she and Paul Bogard will present a lecture and Q&A.
Free but seating is limited. Register online to receive parking pass and directions.
The presenter will be Fran Witte, Sr. Community Outreach Coordinator, city of Irving, specializing in environmental education and program development.
Ms. Witte is the Secretary for Women in the Environment and is a member of the North Texas Corporate Recycling Association (NTCRA), the Metroplex Recycling Coordinators Roundtable, North American Association for Environmental Education, National Community Gardening Association, TOFGA (Texas Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association) and the NTREG Yahoo Group. Ms. Witte is also member of the Irving's Greater Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Green Business Council and serves as a city of Irving Radiological ("RAD") team member.
Bring work gloves and your favorite pitch fork, garden rake, gardening tools or litter picker upper. Water and snacks will be available. Info: friendsofosgray@gmail.com.