The Arlington Heritage Alliance will be holding its annual meeting on May 25th at the Lyon Park Community Center with a panel of experts discussing how “Old Homes can be Green Homes” and offering tips on how to make your old home energy effficient without sacrificing its historic character. For more information click here.
Touch the Earth Celebration Set for April 25th, 2010
Arlington’s Children and Nature Network, Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment, WalkArlington and Potomac Overlook Park are hosting a “Touch the Earth” celebration in honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.
Arlington Farmer's Market
This is a great time of year to visit Arlington Farmer’s Market on a Saturday morning. Located in the County Courthouse parking lot, the market is open Saturdays from 8 AM -noon from mid-April to December and from 9 AM to noon the rest of the year. By limiting the distance farmers can travel to 125 miles, this is a great way to support local farmers and buy green. My favorites are the peaches, strawberries and sorbet while my kids love the yogurt and tomatoes. Besides fruits and vegetables you can find fresh baked breads, cut flowers, soaps, eggs and meats, pasta, mushrooms and honey.
Earth Day Event Scheduled for National Mall
Earth Day 2009 is April 22nd. This date will mark the beginning of The Green Generation Campaign, a two year initiative that will culminate in next year’s 40th anniversary of Earth Day. The campaign encourages individuals to become members of the Green Generation by agreeing to be an active citizen, transform their immediate environment, stay informed and inform others, and consume wisely.
In recognition of Earth Day 2009, the Earth Day Network is holding a large-scale event on the National Mall in Washington, DC. On April 19th from noon to 6pm. For details go to The Earth Day Network website. The event will have speakers, entertainment and exhibitors.
