tallahassee: Building Green in Tallahassee - 10/22/08 10:21 PM
I just received an email from a builder/homeowner that I am working with in the Tallahassee area. He is planning on building a certified green home, and is only a few weeks from receiving his permits and breaking gound on the project.
He emailed me to let me know that … (3 comments)
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tallahassee: GreenO'Ween Tallahassee - 09/25/08 09:19 PM
Sustainable Tallahassee's Green Halloween Bash is going to be F-F-F-F-reeeeeeaAAKY!!!
Don't miss it!
Alex Mordas, LEED AP EcoBroker® & REALTOR® LEED for homes, Field Agent Green Home Certifying Agent, FGBC www.tallahassee-ecobroker.comalexmordas@kw.com (850) 559-4976
Referrals are an important part of my business. If you or someone you know is in … (3 comments)
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tallahassee: LEED® Certified and Registered Projects in Tallahassee - 07/13/08 02:21 PM
As I'm studying for my LEED® AP, I thought I would take a look at the current registered and certified LEED projects in Tallahassee, FL... the results were quite interesting!!!
We still have only one building that is listed as having fully achieved the LEED® certification … (6 comments)
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tallahassee: Busy, but Green Mom - Simple Solution! - 07/11/08 12:06 PM
So I was tabling at the Tally Moms event last night in Tallahassee, and I got to meet a lot of great folks and some really cool local businesses. One business in particular that my wife was excited about (and wanted me to write about) was a local diaper service that … (5 comments)
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tallahassee: New "Boutique" Kids Toy and Clothing Store to open in Tallahassee! - 07/11/08 11:46 AM
My Kids a la Mode
Grand Opening!
All you Moms (and Dads) looking for healthy, green or high-quality kids toys and clothing lines, look no further!!
My Kids a la Mode is coming to town!
When
Saturday, August … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Drinks Tallahassee - the date has moved! - 07/11/08 11:00 AM
For newbies and old-timers alike, Tallahassee Green Drinks has moved to the last Wednesday of the month (from the 3rd Wednesday). If you have not yet been to one, it is a great place for networking with other green-minded folks!
Every month there is a different speaker from one … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee's most desirable neighborhoods - 07/06/08 02:31 PM
Interestingly, in Tallahassee, were you to poll homelookers in the last few years on where they would most want to live, you would probably hear a long list of high-end neighborhoods on the far, far outskirts of town.
Not any more. As gas prices continue to increase, even the more … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Thomasville's organic market - 07/01/08 04:36 PM
Thomasville, GA is a beautiful town and a lovely place to visit with the family for short shopping trips, or fine dining.
Not only is it full of one-of-a-kind boutique shops, restaurants, and old-south charm, but Thomasville also is host to many fine markets, fairs, and events.
… (0 comments)
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tallahassee: HIV/AIDS still exist ...What!? - 07/01/08 01:43 PM
I just read an article in the Tallahassee Democrat (it’s a few days old now, but when you’re a REALTOR these days, reading news is somewhat of a catch-up game) entitled “Because AIDS isn’t over”. …WHAT, It’s not!?
It seems to me that I haven’t heard anything about AIDS/HIV for … (4 comments)
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tallahassee: City of Tallahassee Green Initiatives, Rebates and Incentive Programs - 06/29/08 08:41 PM
Here in Tallahassee we are lucky to have one the most generous city rebate & incentive programs for building or remodeling green. e.g. if you are building an energy-efficient home and you are interested in getting it ENERGY STAR certified, the city of Tallahassee will pay you up to $1/square … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: THE greenest home in the South! ...by far! - 06/28/08 11:41 PM
For more photos on this listing, check out this site: Discover House
Alex Mordas, M.Sc. EcoBroker® & REALTOR® LEED for homes, Field Agent Green Home Certifying Agent, FGBC www.tallahassee-ecobroker.comalexmordas@kw.com (850) 559-4976
Referrals are an important part of my business. If you or someone you know is in need of real … (1 comments)
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tallahassee: Free Home Energy Audit - 06/24/08 09:01 PM
With all of the different options out there for going green and all of the ideas about where it is most cost-effective to invest in improvements, what and who are we supposed to buy or believe!?
While nothing is going to be as comprehensive and beneficial to you as a … (8 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee's Green Realtor® - 06/24/08 07:41 PM
Thinking about buying or selling a home..? Working with an EcoBroker® is about much more than just green. As a REALTOR®, with the additional designation of an EcoBroker®, I bring value-added knowledge to the sale or purchase of any home.
Use my services in the purchase or sale of … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Drinks - June - 06/22/08 09:11 AM
IT"S THAT TIME AGAIN!
Green drinks! This Wednesday at 5:30pm. To be held at the usual location: Waterworks bar, 1133 Thomasville Rd.
Everyone welcome! For those who have not yet been to one, it is a stimulating mix of folks from all walks of life - … (5 comments)
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tallahassee: Rainwater Collection, Rain Gardens and Green Roofs... - 06/16/08 02:52 PM
For many of us, rain gardens, green roofs, and rainwater collection systems are awfully fun to think about, stand out as being exceptionally green, and yet we've never really seen any of them in action..!?
As popular of an idea as rainwater collection is, very few people are … (7 comments)
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tallahassee: The logic behind energy-efficient improvements... - 06/16/08 02:22 PM
Thinking about upgrading your old (or new) home..?
Wondering what the difference is in cost between your current home payments and your future costs if you invest in Energy-Star appliances, upgraded insulation, windows, etc..?
Here's the plain and simple logic:
Home costs = mortgage + utilities
(sure … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Habitat for Humanity Builds LEED® certified homes - 06/15/08 10:08 AM
Habitat for Humanity, in Tallahassee, FL, is currently in the process of obtaining LEED® certification for a home they are building. The home is sponsored by the Brinkmeyer Family and the Episcopalian and Methodist Communities.
This is the first LEED® certified (or any green certified) building to be built by … (3 comments)
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tallahassee: FGBC/TBA Green Council meeting was a big success! - 06/12/08 04:12 PM
The Tallahassee Green Building Council (GBC) meeting that I wrote about a few days ago was a great success!
The place was packed with builders, realtors, home inspectors, and other professionals coming to learn more about the Florida Green Building Coalition Green Home Standards certification. Many had already had a … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Guilt Free Disposables... Why use anything else!?! - 06/10/08 05:07 PM
For those of you who have read the lazy environmentalist - or at least heard of him - this local company provides a product that epitomizes that approach... one, which I have to admit, I vastly prefer over the old image of green involving extra work, time, thought, and cost.
… (4 comments)
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tallahassee: Downtown recycling pilot - 06/10/08 03:55 PM
In a collaborative effort, the city of Tallahassee, is now offering a new recycling program for downtown businesses - I've heard through the grapevine, but not yet confirmed that this offer can include businesses located outside of the target zone also! So definitely call if you are … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Community Gardens in Tallahassee - 06/09/08 11:25 PM
I recently became aware of the Damayan Garden Project (DGP). This is a great group of individuals - primarily commited volunteers - that work in Tallahassee to create a more liveable community.
The DGP focuses on three core area: Edible Schoolyards, Family Gardens for low-income families, and Community Gardens. … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Sustainable Tallahassee Grand Kickoff - 05/20/08 11:07 AM
Sustainable Tallahassee, formally Greenovation, a brainchild of the Knight Creative Community Initiative, is holding a formal kickoff this Thursday, May 22nd at the Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science. Everyone is invited!
Sustainable Tallahassee is intended to serve as the vehicle for sustainable development and positive economic growth in … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Drinks Tallahassee #3 - 05/14/08 11:15 AM
It's that time again!!!
Green Drinks Tallahassee is having it's third meeting, Wednesday 21st of May, 5:30pm - as late as you like!
Where:
Waterworks Bar
1133 Thomasville Rd.
Tallahassee, FL
Alex Mordas, M.Sc. EcoBroker® & REALTOR® LEED for homes, Field Agent Green Home Certifying Agent, FGBC … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: LEED for homes, Florida - 05/10/08 03:44 PM
LEED for homes, the green home rating system was officially released in January of this year. However, it had been in pilot project for some time. Now fully up and running a few homes are fully certified here in Florida, and many more are currently in the process.
For example, … (4 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Lodging Florida - 05/10/08 12:19 PM
This is a topic I have been meaning to write about since the first week or so that I was writing my blog... Green Hotels!?
It almost sounds like a joke, but the Green Lodging program by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is actually far from that. According … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Solar Companies in Tallahassee - 05/08/08 09:05 PM
Whether you are looking for solar panels to supply enough energy to power your business, or simply
a solar hot water system to offset your utility bills, the options abound here in Tallahassee..!
Simpler Solar Systems3118 West Tharpe StreetTallahassee, Florida 32303http://simplersolar.com/ (850) 576-5271info@simplersolar.com
According to SS:
"SIMPLER SOLAR SYSTEMS is a consulting, engineering, manufacturing, … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Gardening Tallahassee - 05/06/08 10:16 PM
It's still not too hot to get outside and enjoy the beautiful springtime Tallahassee weather. My deck is now finished, my BBQ is up and cooking every day, and my mind is wandering to gardening ideas more and more while I cook for my wife and kids... Here are three little … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee Parade of Homes - 05/06/08 07:01 PM
May 10th -11th & 17th-18th
Open 1-6 p.m. daily
Completely FREE!
It's that time of year. The 2008 Parade of Homes is on us, and it looks like it is a going to be a really exciting one. Builders this year have undoubtedly gone the extra mile to provide … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee Green Building Council - 05/06/08 03:39 PM
Associated with the Tallahassee Builder's Association (TBA), the Green Building Council meets once per month to discuss and promote green building techniques in North Florida.
This month's meeting is sponsored by Ferguson Enterprises and will be located in the Ferguson Enterprises Showroom, 1504 Capital Circle, NE
The topic of this month is a … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Thomasville Rose Show - 04/24/08 12:45 PM
Looking for a fun, family event this weekend? Something to do outdoors to enjoy our glorious spring-time temperatures..?
Although we are blessed by so many great events here in Tallahassee (e.g. last weekends chain of parks arts festival), we also have some incredibly beautiful neighboring towns that hold their own events. Thomasville, … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Solar Tour Open House - 04/22/08 09:49 PM
If you have not yet heard about this house from me... you have got to come on down and see this. Potentially one of the most energy-efficient homes in the country, Al Simpler's Discover House is a model home for green living in the Big Bend area.
Part of the National Solar … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Tracking Growth in Tallahassee - 04/22/08 02:05 PM
Ever wondered where you can get information on future developments and growth in your city..? Well, now Tallahasseeans have no problems finding the information that we want. Simply go to http://www.urbantallahassee.com/ to see a list of all proposed and pending new development projects in Tallahassee.
The website is the brainchild of … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Every Day is Earth Day at the Green Living Center ..! - 04/22/08 01:06 PM
The Green Living Center (GLC), located at 1020 N. Monroe Street on the same block as Decent Pizza, aims to be Tallahassee's answer to all things green.
The GLC hosts a wide array of products and services from green businesses in and around the Tallahassee area. In fact, if you have … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Earth Day Compost Bin Sale..! - 04/16/08 04:48 AM
Ever wanted to reduce your impact? Ever thought of becoming a composting guru? Well, now you can - and it is simple, cheap and easy to learn and incorporate into your daily routine.
In support of Earth Day, Tallahassee's Solid Waste Services and Leon County will hold their second annual … (4 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Drinks Tallahassee - 04/16/08 04:25 AM
Feeling Green? ...interested in networking? ...Like good conversation, good beer or drinks and great snacks?
Great! Come on by Waterworks bar Wednesday, April 30th for our monthly Green Drinks meeting. Everyone and (almost) Anyone welcome! A fantastic opportunity for meeting other professionals in our community and building business and/or friendly relationships.
This … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Products Fair & Trade Show - Reminder - 04/16/08 02:43 AM
I wanted to remind all of you Tallahasseans (and wish you were living in Tallahasseeans) that our local chapter of the US Green Building Council will be hosting the Capital Region Green Products Fair & Trade Show this Tuesday, April 22, 2008.
Expect a fun-filled and highly informative evening with professionals … (3 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Home Certification Tallahassee - 04/14/08 04:17 PM
Looking to get a home certified in the Tallahassee area...
For about 4 months now, I have been actively working as a Green Home Certifying Agent with the Florida Green Building Coalition, and have worked on over 100,000 sq. ft. of green buildings in the Tallahassee area. Now, I am … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Compost Workshop - 03/29/08 04:02 PM
Interested in Composting but don't know how..?
Come on down to the Turkey Hill Farms
When:
This Sunday (March 30th), from 1-5pm. There will be demonstrations on worm bins and composting, and more than enough knowledge and information to help you get started on the right foot.
Email turkeyhill@earthlink.net for more information. Registration is not … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: US Green Building Council: Tallahassee - 03/27/08 08:15 PM
Roughly a year old, the Capital City Chapter of the US Green Building Council is off to a great start! One of the nations newest chapters, Capital City USGBC is already holding numerous events, recruiting heavily, and providing a valuable resource to both the building/real estate community and the general community … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee's Springtime Festival - 03/27/08 04:49 PM
Got kids? Need something to do this weekend?
Come on down to Tallahassee's 40th annual Springtime Tallahassee Festival!!!
Voted one of the top 20 events in Florida, Springtime Tallahassee draws great crowds, and is one of the largest festivals in the Southeast, with a parade of over 70,000 participants! For parents, the Children's … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Leon County Climate Action Summit - 03/27/08 02:23 PM
Climate Action Summit
FRIDAY, MARCH 28 In a collaborative effort cosponsored by the City of Tallahassee, the Tallahassee Democrat, the Environmental Defense, & Leon County, local and regional professionals and individuals working towards a sustainable future will convene in the Tallahassee Civic center, this Friday. The summit … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Residences - Megalithic style! - 03/14/08 07:11 PM
Wow! ...pretty much all I can say.
Thanks to Sylvia Barry's recent post on "unique" buildings, this novel take on "green" design has recently come to my attention. As a green home certifying agent, I have worked on both residential and commercial projects of widely varying design and style, yet nothing like … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Alternative Fuel Availability - 03/08/08 06:53 PM
Want to use alternative fuel? ...got a car that could, but don't know where to get it?
Maybe you are like me, and just have an interest in the topic and would be happy to know it is available if you ever go that route. Thanks to a conversation i had the … (5 comments)
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tallahassee: Carfax for your home - 03/07/08 11:13 AM
Peace of mind for your home buying experience - The EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report
Most people these days have at least heard of Carfax. In fact, many of us would never consider buying a used car without first obtaining a Carfax report that shows a clean record, no accidents, and nothing else … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Upcoming National Green Event Guide - 03/07/08 10:17 AM
Green Living expos and events are popping up all over the place.
Recently, EcoBroker.com published a short list of some of these events spotlighting some of the biggest and best nationwide... Our very own local event: Crawfordville's Big Bend Green Living & Energy Expo made the list, and is expected to … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Realtors ...It's time to go GREEN - 03/07/08 09:52 AM
If you have ever wondered, is it worth it to get a specialized certification in green aspects of the real estate world... the answer is a resounding, YES!
Green is not simply the way of the future... It is here NOW!
For those of us with specialized knowledge, training, and experience … (10 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee Childcare - 03/04/08 04:23 PM
Finding good, affordable childcare for your children is often a HUGE challenge... Here in Tallahassee, most of us parents are well aware that our options are fairly limited. The majority of places that you would want to send your child to, are either really expensive, have unbelievably long waiting lists (for … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Canoe or Kayak in Tallahassee - 03/03/08 03:32 PM
Interested in Canoeing or Kayaking?
Looking for someone to paddle with, or suggestions for great places to paddle? Look no further, Tallahassee's local paddler association is a web forum that provides links, advice, and information for all things related to paddling in the Tallahassee and Big Bend area.
Photo Credit: Paddle … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: "Curb" Appeal by Julian Beaver - 03/02/08 05:26 PM
We're talking a completely different kinda curb appeal here. All i can say is Wow! If you have not already seen this man's work... You really need to take a quick look.
Julian Beaver, a Sidewalk (curb) artist from Britain has created a whole new genre of art that requires, chalk, … (11 comments)
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tallahassee: Cheapest Gas Prices in Town - 03/02/08 12:42 PM
No one wants to see more gas consumption... but even the staunchest and most conservative among us are getting hit hard by the prices at the pump. If you find that you are paying too much at the pump, perhaps a little planning can go a long way to bringing your costs … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Natural Lawncare - 03/01/08 06:25 PM
Each year millions of pounds of atmospheric pollutants are spewed into our air, saturating our crops, being soaked up into our lungs, and slowly (or not so slowly as the case may be these days) warming up our atmosphere.Surprisingly, a large proportion (some estimates are around 15%) of this pollution may … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Get Yer Compost Bin Here!!! - 03/01/08 06:11 PM
Saturday, April 26th from 8am - 3pm, Leon County will, once again, be selling compost bins!
For more information, go here.
For those of you already composting, or thinking about beginning this year, here's a simple recipe for success:
Please note: the following recipe is blatantly stolen from the Talgov.com website. Follow this … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Rain Barrel 101 - 03/01/08 06:03 PM
Ever wanted to go green? ...to make a smaller impact on your local environment?
Concerned about local water issues? ...just don't know what you can do?
There are many ways to get involved, and many small, simple things everyone of us can do to make a difference - one of the coolest, … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: SAILing in Tallahassee - 02/27/08 01:57 PM
Wondering where to send your kids to school. Got a high-acheiving, but non-traditional student; an artistically-minded student; or a science-minded student that you believe could excel..? Great. Tallahassee has many good schools that offer nationally competitive educations and regularly send students off to the Ivy Leagues and equivalents.
SAIL is, perhaps, … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Oh NO, ...I lost my Blog!!! - 02/27/08 05:47 AM
At some point in time, this is going to happen to us all. ..the inevitable click on a link to the side of your screen, accidentally bumping a key, cat jumps onto you keyboard or your little kid gives it a good whallop! Whatever the reason behind it, you are taken … (8 comments)
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tallahassee: Bring yer bike..! - 02/27/08 05:28 AM
Florida is renowned for - among many other things - it's lack of hills. At it's highest point - Britton Hill - it is only 345 ft. A mere bump to most. Surprisingly to many newcomers, Tallahassee does not quite fit this mold. This beautiful "old south" city has topography galore! … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Locally owned REALTOR® - 02/25/08 10:33 PM
(Click on the Banners to go to Locally Owned Tallahassee)
Here in Tallahassee, we are lucky to have such a well-developed local business network.
If you are a small business owner in the area and are interested in strengthening your business by networking, giving back to, and helping build up the community and … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Global Consumption Patterns - 02/24/08 03:47 PM
Food Consumption Around The Globe
If you have not already seen this, take 5 minutes. Well worth it. The photos cover food consumption patterns for a week from families across the globe. It's not clear who had the original idea and put together the photos. Whoever it was, thanks. Very informative.
Click on … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Event Guide to Tallahassee - 02/23/08 11:36 PM
As interest has grown in the Tallahassee area for all things green, keeping tabs on what's going on has become much more of a challenge... Luckily for us, the friendly folks out at Green Tallahassee have put together a Green Calendar. While not completely comprehensive, this is a great place to … (3 comments)
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tallahassee: Green Living and Energy Expo - 02/23/08 10:25 PM
If you live in the Big Bend and you are interested in green living, this is an event you will not want to miss.
Mark your calendars for the 22nd of March, 2008.
Vendors galore, workshops, and much, much more!
Check out the Sustainable Big Bend website for more information, or contact … (0 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee Coffee Shops - 02/19/08 09:46 PM
Tallahassee Coffee Shops
At some point, almost everyone who moves to a new town wonders: "where is the best spot to sit down, relax and grab a great coffee..?"
Where indeed! It is often really hard to find good information on where your local coffee shops are and when they are open. Far … (2 comments)
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tallahassee: Tallahassee Goes Green - 02/16/08 06:07 PM
I thought i would start my blogging on AR with a post about my city and some of the exciting green developments...Tallahassee, FL, just became listed as a "green city" with the Florida Green Building Coalition, making it only the second city in Florida to achieve this prestigious designation. What … (0 comments)
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