tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37145312668854982932012-01-18T16:17:45.160-05:00Global Awareness In Lynn, MALynnCityAngelsnoreply@blogger.comBlogger691100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-32286645318362147692011-09-22T09:27:00.000-04:002011-09-22T09:27:02.705-04:00

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-63077906864308547832011-06-26T21:47:00.000-04:002011-06-26T21:47:52.796-04:00

Help reduce waste barrels with recycle bins. See City of Lynn curbside recycle program: http://www.ci.lynn.ma.us/cityhall_documents/dpw/2010_Lynn%20Recycle%20Flyer.pdf

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Monday, 18 April 2011 Bolivia Set to Pass Historic 'Law of Mother Earth' Which Will Grant Nature Equal Rights to Humans With the cooperation of politicians and grassroots organizations, Bolivia is set to pass the Law of Mother Earth which will grant nature the same rights and protections as humans.  - Read more here

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http://cupidsplash.com/cupidsplash/teampage.asp?fundid=1613

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Turning the lights out for an hour around the globe.

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Working to build a community bike trail, the Northern Strand Trail from Medford to Lynn.For more info visit:  www.biketothesea.com/index.php?trail

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-2431743817089623792010-10-27T14:07:00.004-04:002010-10-28T22:19:43.752-04:00

The Lynn School Committee will vote on whether to renew The Food Project's lease at Ingalls Elementary School. Support is needed to help keep farming, and teaching young kids these values, which in turn help the community. What you can do to help Contact the Lynn School Committee Call 781-593-1680 or email iarrobinot@lynnschools.org Sign the Petition: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-49114212044157293392010-10-07T13:00:00.001-04:002010-10-07T13:01:44.555-04:00

Helping save the remaining woods and wildlife habitat in our communities could be achieved by reporting vernal pools.  There are many in our city that have been reported by ordinary citizens.   Toads, Salamanders and other species rely on vernal pools to survive.  Finding and reporting vernal pools, may be a big help in the future to preserve the land. The Vernal Pool Assoc., ( www.vernalpool.org

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-83141017807203646292010-08-20T21:15:00.001-04:002010-08-20T21:15:22.182-04:00

The dream of a bike trail from Everett to Lynn is coming alive.  The trail is being considered in Lynn and other towns to take over the old railroad lines.  Bike trails surrounding Boston are known to be used by 10,000 people a day.  If a trail can come to Lynn, helping people bike to Lynn....  slowly but surely this could help Lynn become a vacation destination again. Imagine a bike trail

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Don't like the look or high-frequency sound of modern 'pin wheels'?  Check this out.  Bio Wave has invented a system that attaches to the ocean floor and collects energy from the waves...http://exhibitions.cooperhewitt.org/Why-Design-Now/project/biowave-ocean-wave-energy-system  

LynnCityAngelsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-240334897446190072010-06-20T14:34:00.004-04:002010-06-20T14:44:10.666-04:00

A good old fashioned way to keep the bugs off this summer without using toxic chemicals, gassing or smelly candlesticks is to use a simple fan. Bugs have a hard time flying in the breeze.This helps sitting outside freely made easy on a patio or deck without the need of being enclosed within an insect screen, and helps create a nice breeze while being in the warm weather.There are solar power

LynnCityAngelsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-11744592789599214452010-06-07T20:15:00.000-04:002010-06-07T20:15:54.650-04:00

The Lynn Water & Sewer Commission is offering discounted rain barrels for the price of $74.95.   The rain barrels are made in Peabody by the New England Rain Barrel Company to help residents conserve water and reduce storm water runoff.The barrels are 55 gallon blue plastic containers recycled from the U.S. food industry.  The kit comes complete with a 6-inch inlet opening in the top covered with

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Join us as we clean sweep the streets of Lynn to the Sea! Saturday, June 129:30 AM - 2:30 PM 9:30 AM Registration begins at City Hall10:00 AM Remarks from the Mayor and local officials10:15 - 12:30 Trash pickup along various routes in the city  Official Rules 12:30 - 2:30 PM Meet with Friends of Lynn and Nahant Beach for Cookout and Live Music at Red Rock Park Bands: This Day in History and 

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-35505871423336619552010-05-28T20:36:00.000-04:002010-05-28T20:36:32.814-04:00

Cell phone towers can become a neurological and cancerous risk to people's health, especially to children who have the highest risk.   Scientists believe a safe distance from a tower should be 400-1000 meters.The map below is found on  http://www.antennasearch.com    (according to scale, the circles represent 400m +/- ) In 2004, The International Association of Firefighters in North America

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-52909687846071045162010-05-24T21:57:00.000-04:002010-05-24T21:57:22.596-04:00

Organic Gardening and Nature's Path  are giving away $50,000 in cash, garden design, technical assistance and fund raising support for two 501(c)3 agencies serving a community in need.  For more information, official rules, and to apply or vote for a deserving program, please visit http://www.justmeans.com/take-action/GardenGrantContest

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-81642111579083967762010-05-16T20:24:00.000-04:002010-05-16T20:24:02.707-04:00

An environmental cause close to home SpringPondWoods.comfacebook.com/SpringPondWoods

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by the: STEP ONEHOW TO SCHEDULE A MEETING WITH YOUR LEGISLATOR Now is the time to schedule meetings with your state representative and state senator. Most legislators are eager to meet with their constituents and look forward to hearing your opinions.We strongly encourage you to meet with both of your legislators. However, our focus in organizing the State House Lobby Day for the Environmental

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-53507631604619600592010-04-24T20:56:00.002-04:002010-04-24T21:01:34.090-04:00

Historic Spring Pond Targeting: The MA State Senate, The MA State House, Historical Commission of Massachusetts and Salem Historical CommissionSpring Pond and the nearby wooded areas are not only an important peaceful, breathtaking retreat to enjoy nature, but they played the same significant role in history too... as noted by historic famous writers and poets.We don't want new developments

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-61918009811171805682010-04-22T21:32:00.000-04:002010-04-22T21:32:40.568-04:00

http://www.zipcar.com/universities/solutions Zipcar goes to college.Ok kids... North Shore College is Downtown, on the Lynnway, Rt. 1a, close to Boston and part of the North Shore.  If there is any campus the Zipcar should be is at NSCC.If we can get them to come to Lynn's Campus, we can get this green car system to grow in Lynn.  Anyone can contact Zipcar's rep here... http://www.zipcar.com/

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-86435035068789878572010-04-17T09:46:00.002-04:002010-04-17T09:46:53.975-04:00

Governor Deval Patrick Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Ian Bowles Department of Conservation and Recreation Commissioner Rick Sullivan invite you to  DCR's Park Serve Day Saturday, April 24, 2010  • Pick a Park • Give a day • Make a difference  ~~~  Lynn / Nahant Beach Event  ~~~Meet @ 9:00am - Ward Bathhouse(Building on the beach near Nahant

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Captain Planet Foundation ~ Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31 Captain Planet Foundation provides funds for hands-on programs that promote understanding of environmental issues. Click here for details.

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Annie's Grants for Gardens ~ Deadline: Rolling Annie's offers a limited number of small grants to community gardens, school gardens, and other education programs that connect children directly to gardening. These funds may be used to buy gardening tools, seeds, or other gardening supplies. Click here for application details.

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-52911874310991323352010-04-16T15:55:00.002-04:002010-04-16T15:55:54.879-04:00

Fruit Tree 101 ~ Deadline: Rolling  This program of The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation brings fruit tree orchards to schoolyards, so students can make a positive environmental impact at their school, while creating a source of tasty snacks for decades to come. Click here to download an application.

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The Subaru Healthy Sprouts Award recognizes and supports youth gardening programs focused on teaching about our environment, nutrition and hunger issues in the United States. During 2010, 30 organizations will receive a $500 gift certificate.  Applications are due by October 1, 2010. To download application click here.

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-4890843181944200662010-04-16T15:16:00.000-04:002010-04-16T15:16:44.218-04:00

The Mass Audubon Society is collecting reports on any owls you hear with the new Owl Reporter. Check out our owl identification page for images and owl calls. The information you enter will be used for Breeding Bird Atlas II.  There are owls nesting in Lynn woods, and the woods by Spring Pond and other areas of Lynn.  Keep an ear out.

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-40682492220832813232010-04-16T15:12:00.000-04:002010-04-16T15:12:45.155-04:00

A Whip-poor-will Project is attempting to locate all the nesting places for these severely declining nightjars. Listen to their call on their website, then take a ride with the windows down on a night with lots of moonlight, and see if there are any calling in your area. Then send them the locality using the Whip-poor-will Reporter. Lynn is not reporting any, and this is sad!

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This year the Audubon Society is focusing on finding direct evidence of Oriole bird nesting, and they are also asking everyone to report online.It’s easy to locate your Oriole sighting and report what you saw. The online reporting tool has been updated with questions geared toward our new nesting-focused approach to collecting Oriole information. An Oriole for Every Town!  They still lack

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Monday, April 26, 2010, 7amCurbside On Regular Trash DayLEAF & YARD WASTE CURBSIDE COLLECTIONOn Regular Trash DayDuring the Weeks of: April 26, 2010 and May 17, 2010Leaves, Grass and Other Easily Raked MaterialNo Stumps, Rocks or Plastic Bags - Larger Materials Will Not Be CollectedMUST BE PLACED IN PAPER LEAF BAGS OR UNCOVERED BARRELS Placed at the Curbside Before 7AMFor Information/Questions

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Just cause it's happening next door in Salem, it doesn't mean it is not affecting us here in Lynn.  If you think you will not be affected... you will. Hundreds of dump trucks will be cutting through Western Ave, per day to reach this new dump site on Highland Ave in Salem. To read more about the new purchase to create a new dump... *read here* Read about Petition *here*

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Sign the Petition here @ change.org(click here)

LynnCityAngelsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-88567356091951365912010-03-29T09:21:00.001-04:002010-04-05T15:06:52.737-04:00

The public lands of recreation and wildlife of the woods of Salem is on the turn of endangerment.  A residential development and a new Lowes/Walmart is slated to clear the woods, blasting glaciers and ending bike trails in the area north of Highland Ave, east of Lynn, reaching from Spring Pond to Marlborough Road.   Lowes will be situated near Walmart, on the same street as One Way Lumber, Home

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-45264790284714589422010-03-27T17:00:00.003-04:002010-03-27T17:10:16.597-04:00

On Saturday April 24, 2010  North Shore Community College will celebrate Earth Festat Lynn Woods.9:00 AM - 1:00 PMPennybrook Road Parking Lot Between two and three hundred people participated in this annual event last year; including NSCC faculty, students, and staff in addition to residents of Lynn and the surrounding the communities.  Selected areas of the Lynn Woods were cleaned of trash.

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Cooking healthy again, like thee old times, is the new way of living. We need to find alternative ways cook our foods and not use manufactured clad/ aluminum/ tephlon/ caphlon/ who-knows-what-type material pots, as the chemicals from these seep into foods when cooking. Cooking in a cast iron Dutch Oven, Fryer, Skillet, Grill Pan, Biscuit and Muffin pan is a healthy way to prepare food and 

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-15717878596064016702010-03-23T19:05:00.001-04:002010-03-23T19:05:39.877-04:00

Click here to support sustainable agriculture, free from genetic engineering and chemical additives, by signing the petition on Greenpeace. DearI support a global food system that feeds people, enables the small farmer to thrive, protects the soil, water and climate, and promotes biodiversity. This is a system free from genetic engineering and chemical-intensive agriculture. Sincerely,~

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Nestlé products taking a bite out of rainforests When you’re biting into some of Nestlé’s most popular products - like PowerBar, Butterfinger, and Nestlé Crunch Crisp you could be taking a bite out of precious rainforests. A new report we released shows that Nestlé has purchased palm oil linked to Paradise Forest destruction in Southeast Asia. Growing global demand for palm oil is fueling the

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-72168953934851584052010-03-23T02:16:00.004-04:002010-03-23T02:37:03.283-04:00

Gardener's Revolutionary PlanterDon't have a back yard, or even a deck? This upside-down planting solution is not only fun to have inside or outside ...  there's no weeding or pests!This sturdy, reusable planter is designed to grow tomatoes anywhere. Simply hang in a convenient, sunny spot and you'll soon be harvesting juicy tomatoes from your condo or apartment!Order one of these from the East

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-22723765714118342782010-03-22T17:13:00.003-04:002010-03-23T02:34:40.409-04:00

Want to order flowers for your garden this spring or give the gift of flowers to someone?  Consider ordering from the Flower Power Fundraiser for the East Lynn Community Association, supporting our Lynn neighborhoods. Here is the link to order flowers for this campaign...  http://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/campaign?campaign_id=1444Supporting Lynn's neighborhoods while Lynn blossoms! I just

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-75029959778550593112010-03-16T23:33:00.003-04:002010-03-16T23:58:35.149-04:00

(a tid bit of info from one of the handouts from the Sustainability Fair 2010 at NSCC, Lynn) Agricultural Officials Urge Residents to Support the Massachusetts Farming Community by Purchasing an "Ag Tag" Specialty license plate raises money to support the agricultural industry.  With the planting and growing season in full swing, state agricultural officials are encouraging Massachusetts

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Here's a tid bit of info from one of the handouts at the Sustainability Fair at NSCC, Lynn.I'm sure many of us already follow more than Just One of these tips.  It's interesting to know how many things we do matter in living a 'Simple, Free and Sustainable' Life. JUST DO ONE STOP BUYING BOTTLED WATER» While we likely all understand how critical water is to all plant and animal life and many

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(a tid bit of info, from one of the handouts from the Sustainability Fair) A Green Curriculum of courses at North Shore Community College, Lynn   Introduction to Sustainable Living Biology 1: Basics of Life Biology 2; Diversity of Life Environmental Science Composition 1 & 2 Macroeconomics Materials Science Understanding Nutrition Artistic Vision OL Music and Healing Exploring the Landscape of

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Lights Out Boston Set for SpringMass Audubon and the City of Boston again encourage commercial building owners to participate in the spring Lights Out Boston! program. Since the fall of 2008, over 43 buildings in downtown Boston have participated in Lights Out by turning off or dimming all outdoor architectural and indoor lighting between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. during fall and spring

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-47598023887979672272010-03-14T14:27:00.001-04:002010-03-14T14:27:23.768-04:00

Attend the Massachusetts Land Conservation Conference, which will feature over 30 workshops on topics ranging from community farming to fundraising. Mass Audubon’s Jennifer Ryan, Christy Foote-Smith, and Charlie Wyman will be among the presenters. A complete list of workshops and registration information is available at www.MassConservation.org. *Update: It has just been announced that

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Sustainability Fair 2010Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9 AM - 1 PM, North Shore Community College, Lynn Campus Gym                      Our choices of local food and agricultural practices can impact the planet as much as driving our cars! This year we propose to focus on and promote local and organic growers, food production, sustainable gardening practices, nutrition etc. Everyone is invited,

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Blogerised :)...  Article better written on City of Lynn Concepts... We can help reduce the amount of energy being used in filtering tap water, and reduce the amount of chemicals introduced and repeated into the water cycle, by using Rain collectors on roof tops or under downspouts for utility needs.   We can use rain barrels for:    .  Utility use for washing cars and other things .  For use

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-8846228686594386692010-03-09T13:51:00.000-05:002010-03-09T13:51:38.652-05:00

Help save trails around Lynn's Ponds and Woods.... On Monday, Mass Audubon hand-delivered a letter to all 160 members of the Massachusetts House of Representatives asking them to support An Act to Regulate the use of Off Highway and Recreation Vehicles (SB 2257.) Signed by 9 major conservation organizations, the letter requests that they help move the bill out of the House Committee on Ways &

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Join the Ranger and others for a walk in Lynn Woods to find Night Owls. Meet at the Penny Brook Road Entrance Wednesday, March 106:30 - 8:30 pm Directions:  coming from Lynn's center...Take Walnut Street towards Saugus(5th street after Frey Playground)Take a right onto Penny Brook Road (at Lights)Follow road till the end, where you will see the parking lot entrance. Hope to see you there!

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BREAKING NEWS: "Active Community Transportation Act of 2010" Introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives Critical Legislation for Trails, Walking and Bicycling After years of organizing supporters around the country, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) is excited to announce that on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer (Ore.) introduced H.R. 4722, the "Active Community

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Wal-Mart has gone to great lengths recently to market locally-produced food, most likely in an effort to blunt its reputation for destroying Mom and Pop stores and treating its workers badly.Some say this new focus on buying fruits and vegetables grown closer to Wal-Mart stores may actually help save America's small farmers. However, what they fail to acknowledge is that the movement to

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If you thought urban gardening and living rooftops were creative uses of space, get a load of this garden on a boat, called "the Waterpod." Gardener and artist Carissa Carman served as Living Systems Director and Designer of the Waterpod.The Waterpod "food system" included a variety of growing methods, such as self-irrigating, companion and hydroponic planting. These techniques were incorporated

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Vote for this idea advocating A Garden at Every School in America for all kids. log on to change.org here and make your vote count!  By planting a garden at every school in America, we will ensure that every child has the opportunity to benefit from eating more fresh healthy foods. A well-planned edible schoolyard can supply a significant portion of a school's daily food needs. By cultivating a

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Consider selling plants for your next fundraiser, and help The City of Lynn blossom! ideas here... http://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/?sc=XXXX1093 or create your own garden seed packets to sell.

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-73678012775471451222010-02-22T18:35:00.000-05:002010-02-22T18:35:30.740-05:00

Check out a Lynner's idea on hanging plants, masking the MBTA Parking Garage. http://cityoflynnconcepts.blogspot.com/2010/02/hanging-plants-masking-ugly-building.html 

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Front Yard Gardens and flower pots help beautify our city. Spring is almost here.  Let's make Lynn pretty! Check out City of Lynn Concepts for a photo of downtown Lynn garden. http://cityoflynnconcepts.blogspot.com/2010/02/lynn.html

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America the Beautiful FundWho May Apply: Community GroupsAmount: 100 to 1,000 Free Seed PacketsDeadline: OngoingContact: http://www.america-the-beautiful.org/free_seeds/free_seeds_flyer_08.pdf

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Youth Garden Grants Program/ National Gardening Association and Home DepotWho May Apply: Schools and community organizations with child-centered garden programs.Amount:  $500 to $1,000Deadline: OngoingContact: http://www.kidsgardening.com/ygg.asp.

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America the Beautiful FundWho May Apply: Non-profit groups receive seed donations from major seed companiesAmount: Sets of 50 packets of vegetables, flowers and herbs are available for the cost of postage/handling.Deadline:  OngoingContact: http://www.america-the-beautiful.org/free_seeds/index.php

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Healthy Sprout AwardsWho May Apply: School and Youth garden programsAmount: 20 gift certificates to Garden Supply                (Five for $500 and 15 for $200)Deadline: October 15th, 2010 annual deadlineContact: Details, criteria and applications at gardeners.com/Crusader/Awards

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Hooked on Hydroponics sponsored by The Grow Store and the Progressive Gardening Trade AssociationWho May Apply: School garden programsAmount: 36 Hydroponic systems valued up to $1,100Deadline:  Sept. 18th, 2010 annual deadlineContact: http://www.kidsgardening.com/grants/HOH.asp

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Garden Crusader Awards from Gardener's SupplyWho May Apply: Individuals improving their communities through gardeningAmount: 21 Cash and gift certificate awardsDeadline: June 1st, 2010 annual deadlineContact: http://www.gardeners.com/Garden-Crusader-Awards

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What: Mantis AwardWho May Apply: Community, School, and youth garden programsAmount: 25 Mantis tiller/cultivatorsDeadline: Annual Application March 1, 2010Contact: www.kidsgardening/org/grants/mantis Thanks to Lynn Side Edition for finding the link to this grant.

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Thanks to Lynn Side Edition for finding this link to grants... This just in from the American Community Gardening Association:  the latest list of grants that communities and schools across the nation can apply for to receive help with their garden. Watch the deadline dates as some must be applied for now and in the next few months.  Others are open and can be applied for annually.  Still

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Rodents are keystone terrestrial species, which eat subterranean fungi on tree roots containing nutrients, water, fungal spores, bacteria and yeast.  Rodent pellets distributed throughout a forest serve to inoculate areas for new tree growth.  Rodents can thus help to recolonize disturbed areas with nutrient transfers.   Could these unwanted little creatures help clean dumps as well?  The

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Recycle here.... Your Old Items Can HelpIf you are in the process of packing away some of your older things, consider donating a few items.  Your donations will help children in your community and provide a deduction on next year's taxes.  You can help out a great cause without opening your wallet. Big Brother Big Sister Foundation accepts donations of clothing, shoes, books, small toys, games

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Exxon Mobil used to say that it stopped funding fringe groups and “unthinking tanks” that denied the overwhelming evidence behind global warming and pushed out thousands of non-credible, non-sourced, industry-funded and unscientific research to raise doubts about climate change. But whoops! New evidence has appeared that Exxon is in fact dumping money into these “research institutes.” The

Katerinanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714531266885498293.post-84280321077322068292010-02-11T18:02:00.000-05:002010-02-16T11:33:51.475-05:00

Thank Kimberly-Clark for protecting ancient forestsIn a tremendous victory for ancient forests, including the North American Boreal Forest, Kimberly-Clark has announced a new policy that protects endangered forests. The company has set a goal of obtaining 100 percent of the wood fiber for its products including its flagship brand, Kleenex from environmentally responsible sources. The policy

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Check out this weblink to Environmental Issues on the Lynnway in Lynn.. CityofLynnConcepts

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Check out City of Lynn Concepts for a vision of Green Roofs in the City of Lynn. We need to help make this happen someway. Green Roofs over Lynn.... (click here)

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Corporate polluters are spending hundreds of millions of dollars to block progress on clean energy jobs, independence from fossil fuels and efforts to fight global warming.  These climate criminals will stop at nothing to mislead the public and our elected officials about global warming in order to line their own pockets. And even though they’re right out there in the open, you might not

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