Stroll through the park visiting with vendors, artists and artisans who are building a greener city. Learn how to garden, attract honeybees, raise chickens, save energy, conserve water, protect our Trinity River and much more. Bring the kids for hands-on activities and teaching opportunities.
Todd Ethridge, Water Programs Coordinator at the Fort Worth Nature Center will speak on Trinity River: A Legacy Of Life. This program is an overview of the natural and cultural history of the Trinity River. Todd is an American Canoe Association certified kayak instructor and has been canoeing and kayaking for over 35 years. He has intimate knowledge of the Trinity River. The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements. Socialize with members after the meeting at Gingerman. All are welcome.
The primary goal of sustainable architecture is to consume fewer resources. How can this be reconciled with a culture and economy that measures its vitality in terms of how quickly consumption can be grown?
Panelists: Benje Feehan, Assoc. AIA, bcWorkshop; Larry Good, FAIA, Good Fulton & Farrell; and Monica Heid, AICP, Community Projects Manager, Richardson.
Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door.
Appetizers and drinks served.
Both major parties have statewide U.S. Senate primary runoffs Tuesday, July 31. Early voting is July 23-27.
The Dallas City Council will receive its second briefing about the Gas Drilling Task Force and its recommendations for the new city ordinance to govern fracking operations. Mayor Rawlings and Council members will hear presentations from those seeking to strengthen the proposed ordinance—and from others seeking to weaken it. Residents should attend to demonstrate support for protecting public health and our quality of life!
“Trashing Our Treasure” Photography Exhibit at Dallas City Hall, Main Lobby July 16-August 10, 2012
Dallas, TX, July 15, 2012 – Shared FUEL, a Dallas-based sustainable nonprofit, today announced that “Trashing Our Treasure,” a photography exhibit of litter at White Rock Lake, will be displayed in the main lobby of Dallas City Hall from July 16 through August 10. The event is free and open to the public.
Designed to educate, inform and motivate individuals to be aware of the environmental consequences of litter on our green public places, “Trashing Our Treasure” debuted during last year’s centennial celebration of White Rock Lake. The exhibit focuses on unnatural predators, such as styrofoam, plastics, aluminum cans and glass, that accumulate along the shoreline, particularly during storm events, and encroach upon the area’s wildlife habitats.
Courtney Blevins from Texas Forest Service will teach participants about the Texas Tree Trails program and how they can participate. Benefits of participating in the program include recognizing and promoting historic trees, encouraging tree diversity, accessing trees and tree trails using the Texas Trees Trails Web site, and viewing trees that are on private property virtually through the Web site. This adult workshop is best suited for ages 10 and up.
Space is limited, please RSVP to 817.860.6752.
According to Farm Aid, every week 330 farmers leave their land. As a result, there are now nearly five million fewer farms in the U.S. than there were in the 1930s. This class is designed to provide attendees the opportunity to meet local farmers and discuss how the local food economy is important to the community. Attendees also will learn more about local farmer's markets, community supported agriculture (CSA), and local food co-ops.
*Part of Irving’s Urban Farming Lecture Series
Thursday, Aug. 16
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
West Irving Library
4444 W. Rochelle Road
Speakers:
To register online click here.
For more information, call the Office of Environmental Stewardship at (972) 742-2296.
North Texas Renewable Energy Group Meeting
Yup, that's right. Landfill means 'dump'. This is the second opportunity we've been given in the upcoming months to see what happens past our curbside pickup. If you consider yourself to be 'green' then you should get a good grip on the 'rest of the story' to quote the great Paul Harvey.
This event is being offered up in conjunction with the City of Dallas and the North Texas Council of Governments. Read on for the specific information.