Lifestyle

AIA Dallas Committee on the Environment (COTE), USGBC North Texas, and the CSI Dallas Chapter are partnering to showcase the latest green building products and technologies for commercial and residential use. 

NTX Sustainable Showcase is for architects, engineers, interior designers, developers, contractors, owners, facilities managers and others interested in the sustainable building industry. This event will provide panel presentations with experts in the industry who will review why to choose healthy materials, how they affect designs, and how to implement in projects.

Cost: $100 ($90/AIA, CSI and USGBC members) and $45/students. 

Agenda: 
9:00- 9:30 a.m. Registration 
9:30-11:00 a.m. Pod 1 - Why Choose Healthy? 
11:00-11:30 a.m. Break & Vendor Exhibition 
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch with Keynote speaker 
1:30-3:00 p.m. Pod 2 - Design Considerations 
3:00-3:30 p.m. Break & Vendor Exhibition 
3:30-5:00 p.m. Pod 3 - Healthy Materials Implementation 
5:00 p.m. Private Social Hour and Garden Tour

Citizens Climate Lobby is a national organization focused on passing legislation to address climate change. This month, the Dallas chapter hosts a conference call with Dr. Lauren Rafelski from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, who will be explaining the Keeling Curve and the 400 parts per million milestone that was passed last month. In addition, members will practice talking points for advocating on climate change issue. The group is preparing for a DC trip next month. Contact: Ricky Bradley at 214-606-4529.

Read the Green Source DFW articles:

http://greensourcedfw.org/articles/dallas-fort-worth-group-rallies-members-lobby-climate-change

http://greensourcedfw.org/articles/dallas-fort-worth-residents-learn-be-environmental-lobbyists

Bright colors and bold patterns redefine nature in Texas Discovery Gardens’ latest art exhibition "Portals." Large scale acrylics and monotypes by Jackie MacLelland feature alternative perspectives. Ceramic birds and printed columns are also on display.

An opening reception will be held May 25, 4-6 pm. $4-8. Free admission for visitors attending the reception. 

John Davis of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept will talk about what the future holds for Texas' wildlife. In addition, the Dallas Stormwater Management Outreach Department will describe what storm water is, how it is regulated, the primary sources of pollution of storm water in Dallas, what the city of Dallas does to protect it, and what private citizens can do. Contact: Kirk Miller, 972-699-1687 or KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub.org.

Paradise on the Porch Happy Hour fundraiser. $1 from each drink and $2 from each taco basket will go to the Promise of Peace Community Garden.

This program teaches the composting process, the different types and methods of composting, as well as how to compost and its importance. Free. RSVP on website

This program covers the basics and benefits of rainwater harvesting and the effects stormwater has on the environment. Participants will learn how to collect and utilize rainwater at home and have the opportunity to construct their own 55-gallon rain barrel. $50 per barrel. RSVP on website.

This program will give a general overview on drip irrigation, new water conserving technologies, cycle and soak, lawn care during drought, foundation watering, tree watering, irrigation scheduling and rainwater harvesting. Free. RSVP on website.

Learn about equipment (stoves, cook sets & fuel), planning and preparation. Free.