2008 Long Beach City College
Annual Environmental Awareness Fair
Bldg. E, Quad (lawn) Area
• 10:00am – 2:00pm: Environmental Fair and Electric Car Show
There will be booths from various environmental organizations as well as local green businesses on campus. There will also be a vegetarian food sampling.
• Long Beach Litter and Abatement Awareness Campaign
• El Dorado Nature Center
• Long Beach Green Guide
• ARC International Electronic Waste Management
• Surfrider Foundation
• Electric Car Sales and Services
• Happy Veggie Vegetarian Restaurant
• And many others
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Sunday, April 27, 2008
"REUSE": LOST IN TRANSLATION
Today, while eating a leisurely lunch, I glanced over at a pile of filled, plastic bags headed for the Goodwill. One of my daughter's projects for Saturday was to clean out her bedroom closet. "Mom, where do you want me to put all the stuff I need to get rid of?" she said with slight annoyance. (The cell phone rings in her pocket. Friends beckon...)
"I've saved some large bags and they're in the kitchen cabinet on the bottom shelf," I said, hoping that she heard the 'plural' in my response. Her closet was bulging.
Two hours later she announced that she was done. Today the give-aways got lugged to the front door, where I glimpsed some humorous words on a large Target bag, which will soon be on its way to the thrift store.
For 23 years I taught English as a Second Language. It never ceases to amaze me how messages get lost in translation.
"10 WAYS TO REUSE YOUR TARGET BAG"
1. Tiny Trashcan Liner (Tiny???)
2. Doggy Duty (That's a busy dog.)
3. Water Balloon (Wouldn't be able to lift it. Too heavy.)
4. Road Trip Rubbish (If someone's eating that much, they're in big trouble.)
5. Soggy Laundry (I thought "soggy" was for lawns.)
6. Ice Pack For Head Lump (That would need to be one BIG head lump!)
7. Toiletry Tote (How many toothbrushes can fit into a 2-foot high trash bag?)
8. Kitty Litter Liner (For a lion, maybe.)
9. Tomorrow's Lunchbag (My husband would be the laughing stock of the office.)
10.Care Package Padding (Surely, one could do better than using a Target bag for care package padding.)
Bag: "Made in China"
Can Target not afford expert copywriters?
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"I've saved some large bags and they're in the kitchen cabinet on the bottom shelf," I said, hoping that she heard the 'plural' in my response. Her closet was bulging.
Two hours later she announced that she was done. Today the give-aways got lugged to the front door, where I glimpsed some humorous words on a large Target bag, which will soon be on its way to the thrift store.
For 23 years I taught English as a Second Language. It never ceases to amaze me how messages get lost in translation.
"10 WAYS TO REUSE YOUR TARGET BAG"
1. Tiny Trashcan Liner (Tiny???)
2. Doggy Duty (That's a busy dog.)
3. Water Balloon (Wouldn't be able to lift it. Too heavy.)
4. Road Trip Rubbish (If someone's eating that much, they're in big trouble.)
5. Soggy Laundry (I thought "soggy" was for lawns.)
6. Ice Pack For Head Lump (That would need to be one BIG head lump!)
7. Toiletry Tote (How many toothbrushes can fit into a 2-foot high trash bag?)
8. Kitty Litter Liner (For a lion, maybe.)
9. Tomorrow's Lunchbag (My husband would be the laughing stock of the office.)
10.Care Package Padding (Surely, one could do better than using a Target bag for care package padding.)
Bag: "Made in China"
Can Target not afford expert copywriters?
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Friday, April 25, 2008
ARBOR DAY
"Tree with Fence" 7 x 10"
by Rena Williams, watercolor artist
Auburn, Alabama
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National Arbor Day Foundation has named Long Beach a "Tree City USA."
Read more: L.B. news
Long Beach Dedicate-a-Tree program:
www.longbeach.gov
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Thursday, April 24, 2008
GREEN DRINKS TONIGHT
Morry's of Naples, from 7-9:30 p.m.
5764 E. 2nd St.
(562) 433-0405
Meet in "The Backroom Wine & Cheese Bar"
Morry's of Naples
Contact: Jenny Caronna
jenny@fundraisinggreen.com
www.GreenDrinks.org
Informal, eco-friendly gathering of people interested in networking over drinks and food. Exchange ideas, make new friends, and enjoy a night out with others who share green passions.
5764 E. 2nd St.
(562) 433-0405
Meet in "The Backroom Wine & Cheese Bar"
Morry's of Naples
Contact: Jenny Caronna
jenny@fundraisinggreen.com
www.GreenDrinks.org
Informal, eco-friendly gathering of people interested in networking over drinks and food. Exchange ideas, make new friends, and enjoy a night out with others who share green passions.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
TREE PLANTING EVENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association Partners with Leadership Long Beach-Class of 2008 and Public Works for Arbor Day Tree Planting
On Saturday, April 26, 9am – Noon, 48 trees will be planted along the Atlantic Avenue corridor between Carson and Burlinghall. This project is part of a brand new and unique partnership between the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association, Leadership Long Beach-Class of 2008, and the City of Long Beach, Department of Public Works. This project is the best case scenario of partnerships between city agencies and associations working together for the greater good.
“It’s a win-win situation,” said Blair Cohn, Executive Director of the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association. “The tree planting helps complete the BKBIA tree planting program and contributes to our overall streetscape plan. Leadership Long Beach gets to leave a legacy of the 2008 Class, and Public Works gets to celebrate Arbor Day and continues to create the urban forest of Long Beach. How can it get any better than that?”
It’s A Grind, 4245 Atlantic, will be the headquarters and meeting place for the event. Free coffee and hot chocolate will be provided by It’s A Grind to all volunteers. The coffee house will even be bringing out their official mascot, Toddy, for the event! Councilwoman Rae Gabelich will provide the food for the volunteers. There will be a brief demonstration and training and then volunteers will be assigned to tree wells for the planting. Members of Leadership Long Beach will serve as “captains” responsible for a section of tree wells and volunteers.
Approximately 100 volunteers are needed to plant the trees. It’s a great way for residents to come out and celebrate Arbor Day. Tools and supplies will be provided by Public Works and Long Beach Greens and volunteers are encouraged to bring shovels and gloves.. Volunteers interested in helping with the tree planting should contact the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081 or info@bixbyknolls.com. Spread the word to family, friends, and neighbors.
The BKBIA thanks California Heights ReLeaf for their collaboration in reigniting our tree planting program, which taught the BKBIA how to facilitate volunteer tree plantings in the commercial corridors. CH ReLeaf was instrumental in securing the first planting on the 3400 block of Atlantic last November. Through that effort, important relationships were formed in our community and with organizations such as Tree People Los Angeles and the City of Long Beach. The collaboration with CH Releaf provided BKBIA with the experience and expertise needed to beautify our business districts and create a more pedestrian friendly environment to attract residents, visitors and new businesses to our area. CH ReLeaf continues its involvement and will provide planting supervisor training to ensure a healthy start for our trees.
Other supporters include Long Beach Greens and Tree People for providing volunteers, tools and other supplies for this special event.
Project Contacts:
·Leadership Long Beach, Nelson Kerr, Nelson_Kerr@longbeach.gov
·City of Long Beach, Dept. of Public Works, Art Cox, Art_Cox@longbeach.gov
·Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association, Blair Cohn, info@bixbyknollsinfo.com
Blair Cohn
Executive Director
Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
4313 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone (562) 595-0081
Fax (562) 595-0281
www.BixbyKnollsInfo.com
On Saturday, April 26, 9am – Noon, 48 trees will be planted along the Atlantic Avenue corridor between Carson and Burlinghall. This project is part of a brand new and unique partnership between the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association, Leadership Long Beach-Class of 2008, and the City of Long Beach, Department of Public Works. This project is the best case scenario of partnerships between city agencies and associations working together for the greater good.
“It’s a win-win situation,” said Blair Cohn, Executive Director of the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association. “The tree planting helps complete the BKBIA tree planting program and contributes to our overall streetscape plan. Leadership Long Beach gets to leave a legacy of the 2008 Class, and Public Works gets to celebrate Arbor Day and continues to create the urban forest of Long Beach. How can it get any better than that?”
It’s A Grind, 4245 Atlantic, will be the headquarters and meeting place for the event. Free coffee and hot chocolate will be provided by It’s A Grind to all volunteers. The coffee house will even be bringing out their official mascot, Toddy, for the event! Councilwoman Rae Gabelich will provide the food for the volunteers. There will be a brief demonstration and training and then volunteers will be assigned to tree wells for the planting. Members of Leadership Long Beach will serve as “captains” responsible for a section of tree wells and volunteers.
Approximately 100 volunteers are needed to plant the trees. It’s a great way for residents to come out and celebrate Arbor Day. Tools and supplies will be provided by Public Works and Long Beach Greens and volunteers are encouraged to bring shovels and gloves.. Volunteers interested in helping with the tree planting should contact the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081 or info@bixbyknolls.com. Spread the word to family, friends, and neighbors.
The BKBIA thanks California Heights ReLeaf for their collaboration in reigniting our tree planting program, which taught the BKBIA how to facilitate volunteer tree plantings in the commercial corridors. CH ReLeaf was instrumental in securing the first planting on the 3400 block of Atlantic last November. Through that effort, important relationships were formed in our community and with organizations such as Tree People Los Angeles and the City of Long Beach. The collaboration with CH Releaf provided BKBIA with the experience and expertise needed to beautify our business districts and create a more pedestrian friendly environment to attract residents, visitors and new businesses to our area. CH ReLeaf continues its involvement and will provide planting supervisor training to ensure a healthy start for our trees.
Other supporters include Long Beach Greens and Tree People for providing volunteers, tools and other supplies for this special event.
Project Contacts:
·Leadership Long Beach, Nelson Kerr, Nelson_Kerr@longbeach.gov
·City of Long Beach, Dept. of Public Works, Art Cox, Art_Cox@longbeach.gov
·Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association, Blair Cohn, info@bixbyknollsinfo.com
Blair Cohn
Executive Director
Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
4313 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone (562) 595-0081
Fax (562) 595-0281
www.BixbyKnollsInfo.com
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
A DAY TO HONOR EARTH
"Untitled Earth Painting"5 x 7"
by Rena Williams, watercolor artist
Auburn, Alabama
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Let Earth Day be only a reminder of the things we need to do throughout the year...
--Take action. Any action.
--Change one habit today.
--Speak with your dollar through the power of your purchases.
--Walk more. Drive less.
--Go into nature. Watch. Listen. Be inspired.
--Support green businesses. Encourage mainstream ones to make changes.
--Think twice before buying products that cannot be recycled.
--Read Irene Guoz's "Forty-Somethings" on the LongBeachGreenGuide.com Articles blog
Visit this website:
We Can Solve It
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Friday, April 18, 2008
"TROUBLED LAND"
by Rena Williams, watercolor artist7 x 10"
Auburn, Alabama
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On hiatus...
See you back on Monday.
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Thursday, April 17, 2008
MORE INFO...
1)On Friday the 18th, Ja Yoga--the new yoga studio in town--will host a free community yoga class at 6:30 p.m.
2) New listing today:
Sealight Soy Candles, based in Seal Beach. See "C" for Candles or "S" for Soy Candles on LBGG (link below).
3) New category on LongBeachGreenGuide.com: "Vegetarian Restaurants"
I know there are many more out there, but this is a beginning and these are fairly close to Long Beach. If anyone would like to add to the list, please send an email.
Be sure to check the LBGG Events page. Much going on this coming weekend.
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2) New listing today:
Sealight Soy Candles, based in Seal Beach. See "C" for Candles or "S" for Soy Candles on LBGG (link below).
3) New category on LongBeachGreenGuide.com: "Vegetarian Restaurants"
I know there are many more out there, but this is a beginning and these are fairly close to Long Beach. If anyone would like to add to the list, please send an email.
Be sure to check the LBGG Events page. Much going on this coming weekend.
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Wednesday, April 16, 2008
LBGG ANNOUNCEMENTS, REQUESTS AND NEW LISTINGS
Hello all,
I'd like to share some updates with you and also pass along some information:
1) Tonight is the Organic Valley fundraiser for Heifer International at the Fowler Museum, UCLA. Learn more by visiting the LBGG Events page: www.LongBeachGreenGuide.com
2) Long Beach City College is having an Environmental Fair on Wednesday, April 30. If you are a local green business or organization, they would like you to come and participate. Free tables. Email Reijo R.
3) Ready for some reflection and relaxation? Immaculate Heart Center for Spiritual Renewal has given LBGG their blessings to list their organization under "R" for Retreats. If you're in need of some quiet time in a beautiful setting, this is the place to go: www.LongBeachGreenGuide.com
(scroll down the page)
4) New listings:
--Call 2 Recycle ("R" for Recycling)
--Ja Yoga ("Y" for Yoga Studios)
--Maid Green ("H" for Housecleaning Services)
--Green Drinks on 4/24 at Morry's in Naples
--Shred-It Day, event on 4/26
--Bixby Knolls Tree Planting on 4/26
--Woven Image Benefit Concert on 4/27 (Celtic, Jazz, Folk music)
More coming soon!
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I'd like to share some updates with you and also pass along some information:
1) Tonight is the Organic Valley fundraiser for Heifer International at the Fowler Museum, UCLA. Learn more by visiting the LBGG Events page: www.LongBeachGreenGuide.com
2) Long Beach City College is having an Environmental Fair on Wednesday, April 30. If you are a local green business or organization, they would like you to come and participate. Free tables. Email Reijo R.
3) Ready for some reflection and relaxation? Immaculate Heart Center for Spiritual Renewal has given LBGG their blessings to list their organization under "R" for Retreats. If you're in need of some quiet time in a beautiful setting, this is the place to go: www.LongBeachGreenGuide.com
(scroll down the page)
4) New listings:
--Call 2 Recycle ("R" for Recycling)
--Ja Yoga ("Y" for Yoga Studios)
--Maid Green ("H" for Housecleaning Services)
--Green Drinks on 4/24 at Morry's in Naples
--Shred-It Day, event on 4/26
--Bixby Knolls Tree Planting on 4/26
--Woven Image Benefit Concert on 4/27 (Celtic, Jazz, Folk music)
More coming soon!
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Sunday, April 13, 2008
SPECIAL TONIGHT ON NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL
"The Human Footprint" airs tonight at 9 p.m. on the National Geographic channel. A special Preserve Our Planet presentation:
www.nationalgeographic.com
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Saturday, April 12, 2008
STATE PARK PHOTOS
Blooms abound in the California State Parks. View this page for some beautiful sights:
www.parks.ca.gov
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Friday, April 11, 2008
ALL ABOUT ASPARAGUS
Tis the season for those tender, green shoots to show up in our cooking repertoire. Gently steamed, lightly roasted, or stir-fried with seafood, meat or other veggies, these spring spears are a must during the short time they're here.
Learn more about asparagus on Culinate.com:
www.culinate.com
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Learn more about asparagus on Culinate.com:
www.culinate.com
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008
TREEHUGGER'S "HOW TO GO GREEN" GUIDES
Need some ideas for going green, staying green or turning a deeper shade of emerald? Treehugger.com has plenty of links on this page. Check it out:
www.treehugger.com
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www.treehugger.com
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Monday, April 7, 2008
LBGG ANNOUNCEMENTS
1) Justin Rudd's Second St. Walkers to continue on Mondays through April:
2nd St. Walkers
2) New listings on LongBeachGreenGuide.com:
--Growing Roots (under "P" for Plantscaping)
--ParadiseO.com (under "O" for Organic Foods and "P" for Produce)
--Proactive Health Solutions (under "W" for Women's Health)
--Seal Beach Animal Care Center
3) Events for month of April growing daily!
Just added: A showing of "Inconvenient Truth" to be held at Viento y Agua Coffee House in Long Beach on 4/22. See details on EVENTS page: LBGG Events Page
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2nd St. Walkers
2) New listings on LongBeachGreenGuide.com:
--Growing Roots (under "P" for Plantscaping)
--ParadiseO.com (under "O" for Organic Foods and "P" for Produce)
--Proactive Health Solutions (under "W" for Women's Health)
--Seal Beach Animal Care Center
3) Events for month of April growing daily!
Just added: A showing of "Inconvenient Truth" to be held at Viento y Agua Coffee House in Long Beach on 4/22. See details on EVENTS page: LBGG Events Page
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Thursday, April 3, 2008
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