environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: 5 Things to ALWAYS buy GREEN - 10/27/09 08:49 AM
From Green America Today. org
1. PAINT: Look for no- or low-VOC paint
2. PAPER: Always buy recycled content and unbleached
3. LIGHT BULBS: Compact Flourescents are your first choice!
4. APPLIANCES: ENERGY is the way to go - save money! Save Energy!
5. Fruits and Vegetables: Select choices that
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: 14 November -- GREEN is.... - 10/24/09 12:41 PM
Green is...Looking forward to celebrating 30 Years of keeping Norfolk Beautiful - Gala event coming 14 November - I have tickets -- who wants to join me??? Food by the BOOT! Live Music! Silent Auction! Recycled or Reclaimed Clothing Preferred!
Check out the website for more details or to buy tickets
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: That time of year again! - 10/09/09 09:13 AM
This weekend is Virginia's tax holiday on all things energy efficient and Energy Star Appliances. I have posted about this each year, so why change?? Thinking about a new washer, dryer, refrigerator? Need to reduce drafts for the winter months? Supplies and replacements may be part of the tax credit.
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: For a good Cause - 10/02/09 10:33 AM
Join Friends of Norfolks Environment at the Norfolk Botanical Garden for a fun evening of music, food, and auctioning to benefit the ENVIRONMENTAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND and to celecbrate the 30 year anniversary of Keep Norfolk Beautiful! Mark your calendar for November 14! Don't miss it! Give me a call for tickets
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: October 3rd - Coming Soon - SEE THE SUN! - 09/25/09 07:41 AM
Hampton Roads to Participate in World’s Largest Solar Energy Event
More Than 5,000 Homes, Schools & Businesses Participating In 14th Annual ASES National Solar Tour To Help Hampton Roads Residents Combat Rising Energy Prices & Improve Property Values
On October 3rd, local residents will discover the latest real-world insight on how
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Amp up your Eco-Knowledge! - 09/08/09 07:44 AM
Keep Norfolk Beautiful presents Eco-D.I.Y., a three-part series of classes designed to give simple energy-saving solutions to residents they can do themselves. All three classes take place at the Ernie Morgan Center, located in Lafayette Park, next to the Virginia Zoo. What is Biodiesel?Wednesday, September 9th, 6-8pmTopic: Biodiesel fuelSpeaker: Michelle Moraczewski,
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: NOrfolk River Ride - 04/13/09 09:06 AM
Here is the website to register for the River Ride!
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Coming Soon: Ride the River! - 04/13/09 09:01 AM
Here is one for your calendar! May 3rd is the 4th annual River Ride! In honor of Earth Day and to share knowledge about the state of the Lafayette and Elizabeth River Watersheds, the Friends of Norfolks Environment are partnering with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, the Elizabeth River Project, Wild River
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Couple of Things - 03/27/09 09:24 AM
Just a reminder for those who are interested in a little candlelight this weekend! EARTH Hour will be held Saturday night at 8:30 pm. Turn out the lights! Save Energy! Save Money!
At least one area restaurants is participating too - Croc's EcoBistro at the Oceanfront. Check em out! They are
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Green your Dry Cleaning! - 12/18/08 04:36 PM
Bye-Bye, Dry Cleaning: Green Your Dry Cleaning
Here are some tips from Ken Hoyt with Natural Home Magazine on greening your dry cleaning:
Brush it up!The valets and lady's maids in period movies are always brushing clothing. In fact, it's still a great way to remove surface soil. Go over the garment
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Some things I noticed... - 12/04/08 09:14 AM
Here are a few things I noticed in the paper today. I am not endorsing or recommending, just repeating!
The Lafayette Winona Civic league in Norfolk is holding their Holiday House Tour this Sunday from 1pm-4pm. Lots of neighborhoods throughout Hampton Roads are having them, so check the Pilot Online!
Old Norfolk Christmas
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: I thought they were crazy! - 11/20/08 11:03 AM
I signed up to plant wetlands with grasses this morning. Yesterday I thought the organizers were crazy! It would be freezing! And they wanted us at the waters edge putting plants in the ground???
It turned out to be a gorgeous morning. Yes there was a definite chill in the air
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Put this on your Calendar! - 11/18/08 10:17 AM
This year's Fair Trade Festival will be held on December 1st and 2nd in Norfolk Virginia at the Downtown Farmer's Market site outside the MacArther Center Mall. If you're in the area, please come by to check out what Fair Trade is all about.
The Fair Trade Festival is transforming the
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: TOP TEN Places to get Re-Used 'stuff' in Norfolk - 10/25/08 12:10 PM
TOP TEN List of Places to RE-USE in Norfolk!
These are in no particular order!
Hope House Thrift Shop, Norfolk, VA - open Monday through Saturday, from 10 am to 6 pm, and are located at 1800 Monticello Avenue across from Doumar's. 625-7493
Childrens Hospital of the Kings Daughters -
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Camellias Reign at Norfolk Botanical Garden - 10/24/08 07:58 AM
CAMELLIAS really show their stuff in this area! Here is a great way to learn more about them and to add these plants to your garden. Also -- think about the coming holidays - wouldn't planting a camellia for someone be a nice gift!??
FALL CAMELLIA SHOW & PLANT SALE
Saturday,
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Do you have to be OLD to be GREEN? - 10/18/08 04:25 PM
I was just reading a recent USA Today article. The author was quoting a number of sources but one in particular was a survey:
Shea Homes and Harris Interactive recently polled Baby Boomers ages 45 to 62 about their interest in the environment:
• 81% are concerned about the environmental legacy they
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Measures - 10/13/08 12:10 PM
Conservation is King with Kaine
Governor Kaine issued a press conference release last week asking residents of Virginia to focus on energy efficiency and conservation in their homes. This is a reminder that comes at an important time of the year - just before we start heating our houses for winter.
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Electronics Recycling in Norfolk VA - 10/01/08 11:56 AM
Electronic Recycling Day, October 11th
HR CLEAN is working with WVEC to hold a regional e-cycling event on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. Electronics will be collected at all Grand Furniture locations, so there should be one near you! This is a great opportunity to get
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Virginia Energy Star SALES TAX Holiday is Coming! - 09/29/08 09:36 AM
Have you been thinking about a new water heater? New refrigerator? New Washer or Dryer? Now is the time to consider that purchase more seriously! Virginia is offering a sale tax holiday (NO TAXES) during the weekend of October 10 to 13, 2008, but only for ENERGY STAR products or WATERSENSE
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environmentally friendly ideas in norfolk: Upcoming Event - Environmental Policy and the Next President - 09/28/08 10:14 AM
I wanted to let everyone know about the next presentation in this series from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, NOAA, and Nauticus. I have attended these in the past and there have been great speakers and content! Worthy of attending!
October 7, 7 p.m.Blue Planet Forum Lecture Series Dr. Timmons Roberts of
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