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When: March 8-9, 2008
Event: Connecticut Home Design Expo
Where: The Hilton Stamford Hotel

Home Design Expo

This year's annual HOME DESIGN EXPO features more than 200 exhibits including those that offer green products and services such as Green Home Solutions. Their exhibit will introduce you to the latest innovations in solar power systems, geothermal heating and cooling, as well as energy-saving, eco-friendly products and solutions.

Location: Stamford, CT
Street: One First Stamford Place, Stamford, CT 06902

Directions:
Northbound on I-95: Take exit 7, turn right at the light at the end of the ramp, the hotel entrance is immediately on the right. (Across from the Stamford Railroad Station.)

Southbound on I-95: Take exit 6, turn left at the light at the end of the ramp, turn left at the first traffic light and enter onto I-95 North. Take exit 7, turn right at the light at the end of the ramp, the hotel entrance is immediately on the right. (Across from the Stamford Railroad Station.)

When: 03/20/2008
Event: Educator Workshop: Soils from Spoils (Composting)
Where: Kellogg Environmental Center - Derby
500 Hawthorne Ave., Derby, CT
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Fee: $35.00

Learn how to start simple compost projects for classroom and schools while integrating the science standards. Information will include soil structure, food webs, adaptations, as well as the logistics of maintaining compost and vermicompost bins. Grades K-5. 0.5 CEUs. Registration required. Sponsored by The CT Department of Environmental Protection.

Contact: Donna Kingston (203) 734-2513, donna.kingston@po.state.ct.us

Handicapped parking available, wheelchair accessible, for additional needs contact Diane Joy at (203) 734-2513.

When: 03/22/2008
Event Title: Garden Earth
Where: Avon Free Public Library - Avon
Street: 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT

Lecture/Workshop:

Renowed landscape designer Marueen Haseley-Jones is embarking on a statewide quest through her lecture series titled "Garden Earth." This series is meant to reconnect people's hearts and hands with the nourishing energy of Mother Nature's life giving gardens. Participants will learn how to oxygenate their environment and feed their souls in a co-creative and symbiotic relationship with the earth. They will learn to create a beautiful garden that flourishes, but more importantly how to maintain it organically and without the use of harmful poisons. This lecture will take place from 2-3:30 p.m. For more information, call 860.673.9712 or visit www.TheEnglishLady.com.

When: 03/27/2008
Event Title: 'Eco-Endeavor' Seminars
Where: Green Home Solutions' Showroom - Norwalk
Street: 167 Main Street, Norwalk, CT

Lecture/Workshop: View Flyer

This monthly seminar is deisgned to inform the public as well as builder, architects and designers about the latest innovations in green building/remodeling, heating, cooling and energy saving products. The seminar will take place from 6-8 p.m. There is no fee to attend. For more information, call 203.846.6060.

When: 03/29/2008 - 03.29.2008
Event Title: CT Youth Activist Network Convergence 2008
Where: Southern Connecticut State University - New Haven
Street: 501 Crescent St., Engleman Hall

Lecture/Workshop:

This event is being hosted by the Environmental Futurists at SCSU. There will be several skills workshops and issues workshops scheduled throughout the day. The event takes place from 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. A $10 donation is suggested to cover costs, but is not required. For more information, call 860.853.8059.

Venue: Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT

When: 03/29/2008 - 03/29/2008
Event Title: CT Youth Activist Network Convergence 2008
Where: Southern Connecticut State University - New Haven
Street: 501 Crescent St., Engleman Hall

Lecture/Workshop

This event is being hosted by the Environmental Futurists at SCSU. There will be several skills workshops and issues workshops scheduled throughout the day. The event takes place from 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. A $10 donation is suggested to cover costs, but is not required. For more information, call 860.853.8059.

When: 04/03/2008
Event Title: Garden Earth
Where: Guilford Free Public Library - Guilford
Street: 67 Park St., Guilford, CT

Lecture/Workshop:

Renowed landscape designer Marueen Haseley-Jones is embarking on a statewide quest through her lecture series titled "Garden Earth." This series is meant to reconnect people's hearts and hands with the nourishing energy of Mother Nature's life giving gardens. Participants will learn how to oxygenate their environment and feed their souls in a co-creative and symbiotic relationship with the earth. They will learn to create a beautiful garden that flourishes, but more importantly how to maintain it organically and without the use of harmful poisons. This event will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 203.453.8282 or visit www.TheEnglishLady.com.

Venue: Guilford Free Public Library

When: 04/11/2008
Event Title: Garden Earth
Where: Babcock Library - Ashford
25 Pompey Hollow Rd., Ashford, CT

Lecture/Workshop:

Renowed landscape designer Marueen Haseley-Jones is embarking on a statewide quest through her lecture series titled "Garden Earth." This series is meant to reconnect people's hearts and hands with the nourishing energy of Mother Nature's life giving gardens. Participants will learn how to oxygenate their environment and feed their souls in a co-creative and symbiotic relationship with the earth. They will learn to create a beautiful garden that flourishes, but more importantly how to maintain it organically and without the use of harmful poisons. This event will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 860.487.4420 or visit www.TheEnglishLady.com.

When: 04/18/2008
Event title Earth Day Celebration at Yale Peabody Museum
Where: Yale Peabody Museum - New Haven
Street: 170 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT

Green Event:

The entire family is invited to come out to learn how to protect the earth. Also learn how to use native species in your garden to attract hummingbirds, butterflies and other desirable wildlife. General admission to the museum is $7 for adults & $5 for children ages 3-18 & college students with ID. The event will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 203.432.5050

When: 04/19/2008
Event Title: Earth Day/Community Day Celebration
Where: Connecticut College - New London
270 Mohegan Ave., New London, CT

Green Event:

This event will include activities for both adults and children. Children can particpate in storytelling, crafts, games and tours. Adults can explore the vendor's booths, displays and much more. There is no fee to attend this event. it will take place from 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. The rain date is April 20. For more information, call 860.439.5020.

When: 04/20/2008
Event Title: Earthstock 2008
Where: Norton Park - Plainville
South Washington St., Plainville, CT

Green Event:

This event will include exhibitors, demonstrations, live bands, a critter parade and much more. There is no fee to attend. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 860.747.3187 for more information.

When: 04/23/2008
Event Title: New York City's Environmental Plan: What Can We Learn
Where: UConn Stamford
1 University Place, Stamford, CT

Bob Yaro of Regional Plan Association will speak. There is no fee to attend this event. Event takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 203.406.3335 or e-mail soundbusiness@soundwaters.org.

When: 04/24/2008
Event title 'Eco-Endeavor' Seminars
Where: Green Home Solutions' Showroom
Street: 167 Main St., Norwalk, CT

Lecture/Workshop:

This monthly seminar is deisgned to inform the public as well as builder, architects and designers about the latest innovations in green building/remodeling, heating, cooling and energy saving products. The seminar will take place from 6-8 p.m. There is no fee to attend. For more information, call 203.846.6060.

When: 04/26/2008 - 04/27/2008
Event Title: Go Green Expo
Where: The Hilton New York
1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY

Green Expo:

This green expo will feature eco-friendly products and services to live a greener lifestyle. AllGreen Magazine is also one of the event sponsors! The Expo takes places on April 26 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and April 27 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. It is $10 for adults and free for seniors and kids. For more information, call 212.655.4505, ext. 229.

When: 04/26/2008 - 04/27/2008
Event Title: 2008 Green Earth Fair
10 Woodside Lane, Westport, CT
Where: Earthplace - Westport

Green Event:

This event will include eco-friendlyt vendors, demonstrations, animal encounters, speakers, children's activities, alternative energy vehicles and much more. Admission is $7. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 26 & noon to 4 p.m. on April 27. For more information, Call 203.227.7553, ext. 109.

When: 04/26/2008
Event Title: Earth Fair
Where: Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury
Street: 1361 Main St., Glastonbury, CT

Green Event:

Celebrate Earth Day with the Audubon Society. Events include Peter Pan Players with a sampler from "The Wizard of Oz," music by Wild Notes and the Connecticut River Ramblers and live Birds of Prey.

Admission to the event is free, but some activities do have a small fee. The fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 860.633.8402.

When: 04/26/2008
Event Title: Going Green At All About Art
Where: All About Art - Monroe
Street: 641 Main St., Route 25, Monroe, CT

Lecture/Workshop:

Celebrate Earth Day by creating unique art from recycled items. Instead of putting your recyclables in the trash this week, save them and bring them with you to All About Art to create unique sculptures and art projects. Ideas of items to save include: egg cartons, wire hangers, toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, tabs from soda cans, plastic bottles, ribbons, yogurt cups, etc. For ages 4-15 adn up. This event will take place from 1-4 p.m. For more information, call 203.452.8801.

When: 05/10/2008
Event title Fairfield's 2008 Earth Day Celebration
Where: Fairfield Warde High School - Fairfield
Street: 755 Melville Ave., Fairfield, CT

Expo:

Over 80 exhibitors will be in attendance at this Earth Day celebration, including businesses, environmental organizations, schools and scouting organizations. Event will take place from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call 203.256.3010.

When: 05/10/2008
Event Title: Staten Island Compost Project: Composting 101 for Adults
Where: Staten Island Botanical Garden - Staten Island, NY
100 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY

Lecture/Workshop:

Learn the finer points of composting with the experts during this free workshop. Pre-registration is required. Event takes place from 10 a.m.-noon. Call 718.362.1010.

When: 05/13/2008 - 05/13/2008
Event Title: Green Building Discussion Group Meeting
Where: New York Academy of Sciences - New York, NY
7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich St., 40th Fl., New York, NY

Lecture/Workshop:

This meeting on sustainable design and skyscraper urbanism will feature leading architects, engineers and environmental consultants whose work in Europe, Asia and the U.S. represents the state of the art in high-performance high-rise design. The event takes palce from 6-8 p.m. The fee to attend is $20 for non-members; $10 for student non-members; and free for all members. For more inforamtion, call 212.298.8600 or e-mail conference@nyas.org.

When: 05/17/2008 - 05/17/2008
Event Title: It's My Park Day!
Where: Van Cortlandt Park - Bronx, NY
City Bronx, NY

Green Event:

Help clean-up and beautify Van Cortlandt Park. Projects include gardening, garbage clean-up and trail work. Participants should meet at the riding stables. The clean-up day will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call 718.601.1553 or visit www.vancortlandt.org.

When: 05/17/2008
Event Title: Bethany Earth Day
Where: Bethany Town Hall - Bethany
40 Peck Rd., Bethany, CT

Expo:

This Earth Day event will include video, poetry and art contest display winner, natural product exhibits, CL&P energy conservation products, hybrid/alternative fuel car show and much more. Bethany Earth Day 2008 will take place from noon-4 p.m. For more information, call 203.393.2100, ext. 135.

When: 05/21/2008 - 05/21/2008
Event Title: Green Science - Bioindustrial Processes
Where: New York Academy of Sciences
7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich St., 40th Fl., NY, NY

Lecture/Workshop:

This discussion group will focus specifically on the role science can play in understanding the environment and the development of green science. The event will take place from 6-8 p.m. The cost to attend is $20 for non-members; $10 for student non-members and free for all members. For more information, call 212.298.8600 or e-mail conference@nyas.org.

When: 05/29/2008
Event Title: Celebrating a Greener New York Spring Gala
Where: The Lighthouse, Pier 61, Chelsea Piers
West 23rd Street & West Side Hwy, NY, NY

Lecture/Workshop:

This black-tie event will feature Gov. Eilot Spitzer as keynote speaker. Nassau County Executive Thomas R. Suozzi will be honored as the 2008 Environmental Champion and Craig Cogut, co-founder and managing partner of Pegasus Capital Advisors will be honored as 2008 Corporate Pioneer. The event will take place from 6:30-10 p.m. Teh cost to attend is $500 per person for general seating. For more information, call Hilary Wikes at 212.361.6350.