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Courtesy of World Water Day 2011 International World Water Day was initially introduced at the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) as a recommendation to celebrate and advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources across the globe. Since its debut in 1993, World Water Day is nationally celebrated on March 22.
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franklincountymgs.blogspot.comHave you read our latest gardening issue, cover to cover, and now consider yourself a master gardener? We have the perfect opportunity for you. The Penn State Cooperative Extension in Philadelphia is now accepting applications for its 2011 Master Gardener Program. Classes start this August, but they are still looking for candidates. The program (Once

Courtesy of www.unwater.orgSunday, March 20, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.  In celebration of World Water Day, which is officially recognized by the U.N General Assembly on March 22, the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Nursing is sponsoring a 5k walk to raise money to provide filtration systems and access to clean water to a national nursing

google imagesThe future seems both safe and smooth for seasoned bicyclists and those looking to start pedaling. On Monday, March 14, Mayor Nutter announced his Fairmount Bikeway Improvement Project. By this June, significant improvements are set to be made for the Fairmount Bikeway trail, which connects Kelly Drive to the lower Wissahickon and the Schuykill

sierraclub.org As a mom you may not have the time to go to the salon for a wash/cut/blowdry, but tomorrow’s Sierra Club event at Ego Hair Salon in Ardmore is one you’ll want to fit into your schedule. Brune will not be offering style advice, instead he’ll be collecting hair samples to test mercury levels.

foodincmovie.comHave nothing going on tomorrow night? (Wednesday, March 16) The frightening truth that many food corporations have profits on their minds rather than our health should get you off the couch. At 6:00 p.m. Blossoming Bellies will host a free screening of the eye-opening documentary Food Inc. at Essene Market, located at 719 South 4th

United by BlueIt’s definitely commendable for a fashion company to utilize eco-friendly materials. But a company that is strictly devoted to the pursuit of a healthier environment immediately earns my respect. United by Blue (UBB), a Philadelphia-based fashion and apparel company focusing in organic t-shirts, jewelry, and bags, does just that. United by Blue is

lasalle.eduThis weekend is looking like a busy one for GRID enthusiasts! Saturday, March 19, 10:00 a.m.- 2 p.m. La Salle University’s Sustainability Symposium. Join La Salle University in its first ever symposium on sustainability, “Sustainability: Is It More Than We Think?” It’s open to all guests, but registration ends today. Register for free here.  Saturday,

courtesy of Weavers Way Co-opWeavers Way Co-op in Mt. Airy will host its very own Vegan Fest, a “celebration of all things vegan,” on Sunday, March 20 from noon until 4p.m., showcasing  vegan products from Bhagya’s Kitchen, Jyoti, Moshe’s, Fresh Tofu and Helen’s Pure Foods. There will also be an assortment of products made by

courtesy of SolardelphiaOver the past decade, Solardelphia has deployed over 4.5MW of Solar PV to over 100 residential and commercial installations in the tri-state area. The company also uses highly advanced solar panels from SunPower to provide buildings with more power from less space. Now it is stretching its arms out further. Since the company