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February 4, 2010 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

Kids Yoga Training-You’re Never Too Young To Om

When we think of Yoga, perhaps it is fair to say that adult participants often come to mind. But how many fights could be prevented in elementary and middle school if kids could just “cool it”, stay present and approach their issues with a little downward facing dog? Karuna Yoga is seeking to enlighten “all ages” especially kids ages 4-10 with its kid’s yoga teacher training. As their site proposes, “why teach kids yoga?” Get the answers you seek and some great skills this coming Friday February 5th through Tuesday February 9th at varying times. All the details can be found online here.

For more info contact Kelly Wood at: kwood@karunayoga.net Telephone: 323-665-6242 Website: http://www.karunayoga.net

Beers And Bikes

Los Angeles is probably the coolest city, where else would you be invited to bike to a brewery? That’s right, you read correct. If you are looking for something outside the ordinary to do this Saturday February 6th, then head over to the Flying Pigeon LA bike shop and get your bike and brew on. The Flying Pigeon is hosting a bike ride to the Eagle Rock Brewery to “sample food and take in the sights of historic Cypress and Glassell Park in North East Los Angeles.” Just be sure to get to the Flying Pigeon by 1:45 pm, the ride departs at 2:15 pm.

Location: 3714 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, Ca 90042. Telephone (213) 909-8986. Email: info@flyingpigeon-la.com, For more details click here.

Feeding Birds Boutique Has A Birthday

Well, an anniversary is sort of the same thing as a birthday right? A party is a party and it’s time to celebrate this Saturday February 6th, 2010. Head on down to the Feeding Birds Boutique for their one year anniversary event where you can enjoy “live music by Miles Moore, snacks and drinks and sales throughout the store!” Feeding Birds is located over in Echo Park so venture out and celebrate! There will be “50% off all of our original organic print t’s as well as free t’s with purchases over $100.”

Location: 1825 Echo Park Ave, Suite A, Los Angeles, CA 90026. Time: 6:00-9:00 pm. Facebook for further info: http://www.facebook.com/#/event.php?eid=381924445047&ref=ts.

Meet YDT’s Founders Tracy Hepler and Lauren Johanson

Sure it’s superbowl Sunday but you can ensure it starts off on a sustainable note by meeting Your Daily Thread’s co-founders Tracy Hepler and Lauren Johanson. You follow the site, why not meet  the leaders as they grace the Mar Vista Farmer’s Market with an apperance on Sunday February 7th, 2010. Your Daily Thread-helping Angeleno’s stay “one click away to a greener day!” Look no further for eco resources than in your own back yard, especially if you live in Mar Vista.

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Mindfulnest Trunk Show

This Sunday you are cordially invited on over to Burbank for the first ever Mindfulnest Trunk Show “featuring one of a kind vintage jewelry designer Lara Noel Hill. Inspired by early 1900’s fashion, Lara Noel Hill’s incredible vintage works are sure to add flair to your style in a way that is both mindful and meaningful.” The Mindfulnest store will be providing refreshments for all the attendees. Mindfulnest has become a popular place to get great gifts for $50.00 or less. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, what are you waiting for? Be sure to mention that you read about this fun event on YDT. 

Location: 3319 West Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA, 91505, Time: 3:00-7:00 pm, Telephone: 818-840-0123, For more information on the trunk show click here.

January 14, 2010 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

Awaken Your Artistic Self

This Thursday January 14th through Sunday January 17th, enhance your inner artist at the Photo LA Art Exhibit. Swing on down to the Santa Monica Civic Center and awaken your senses at the 19th Annual International Los Angeles Photographic Art Exposition (Hollywood based DNJ Gallery will be exhibiting in booth C-1.) You express your rights to go green and support these artists in the expression of their inspirations of the environment and social issues that effect our world and city.  

Dates:  Thursday January 14th through Sunday January 17th   Location: Santa Monica Civic Center, 1855 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401. Time: 6:00 pm, For more info contact: (310) 458-8551.

Farmlab Friday-Examine The Transition

On Friday January 15th,  head on downtown for the Farmlab Public Salon: Transition LA.  A public event that strives to examine how modifications in our lifestyle, consumption, energy and other factors can really help make for a more “resilient” Los Angeles. What if making an environmental impact really was as easy as getting the answers to your questions from the eco-experts? As a matter of fact, Joanne Poyourow of Transition Los Angeles will “explain the initial steps of the Transition approach, and update you on all the Transition-type activities blossoming throughout the greater Los Angeles basin.”

Date:  Friday, January 15, 2010  Location: 1745 N. Spring St, Unit 4, Los Angeles, CA 90012, For more information visit www.transitionla.org Event cost: Free.

The Green Dreams Festival

The green movement has a long way to go but change is possible with the help of our youth. In honor of Martin Luther King Day ( observed on Monday January 18th), you can head on over to the Annual Celebration Of Environmental and Social Justice on Saturday, January 16th.  . The event takes place at Gabrielino Highschool and is open to the entire community. The main goal of this wonderful event is to “bring high school students and the local businesses together to spread the vision of the interconnected world.”   If you’re looking for more ways to volunteer and give back, check out our volunteer guide from last  year.

Date/Time:  Saturday, January 16th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Location: 1327 S. San Gabriel Blvd, San Gabriel, CA 91776, www.greendreamfestival.org

Fungi Fest 2010

Join the Machine Project in Fungi Fest 2010 this Saturday night at 8:00 pm. What exactly is fungi fest? An opportunity for you to meet with mushroom expert Bob Cummings of Santa Barbara City College to really find out just what kind of mushrooms and mold are growing in your area. You are strongly encouraged to BYOM (bring your own mushroom)! This is the perfect event for anyone looking to learn something new this year.

Date/Time:  Saturday, January 16th at 8 p.m.  Location: 1200 D North Alvarado, Los Angeles, CA, 90026. Tel: (213) 483-6761, Click here for Fungi Fest info, Activities will take place from the 16th through the 23rd.

Heartbeet Gardening At The Mar Vista Farmers Market

Have a Sunday Funday this January 17th and learn about “Urban Agriculture with Heartbeet Gardening” at the green booth of the Mar Vista Farmers Market. The Heartbeet booth will “promote sustainable gardening practices and help individuals grow their own food, berries and fruit trees.” You can get all of this information (and some delicious Farmers Market eats) from 9am-2pm. Our very own Tracy Hepler swung by the Mar Vista Farmers Market back in 2009 and shared her recipe for Split Pea Soup. To access that click here

Date/Time:  Sunday, January 17th at 8 a.m. Location: Grand View at Venice Blvd, Mar Vista, CA, 9066. Cost: FREE, Time: 9am-2pm, For more info check out: www.marvistagreengardenshowcase.blogspot.com

January 7, 2010 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

LA Green Drinks-Greening in the New Year

This Thursday January 7th, 2010 you can “get your green on” with the LAGD West at an eco home in Marina Del Rey. Event starts at 7pm and will go on until 10, Afford Eco and Coconut Bliss are the evenings sponsors and Loll Designs will be featuring their modern, outdoor furniture offering durable, all-weather, outdoor garden furniture made with 100% recycled plastic. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards, start the new year off right with LA Green drinks networking.

Location: 4136 Tivoli Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90066. Time: 7-10:00 pm, Cost: suggested $5.00 d0nation, Website: http://lagreendrinks.blogspot.com/ If you would like to volunteer, please email the hostess Elisa Brown: ebrown4change@yahoo.com, Parking: NO PARKING ON TIVOLI AVE, check out the map here

Liquidation Sale at Visionary Boutique

One of the last eco-fashion boutiques in Los Angeles is sadly closing its doors.  The good news is that that you can save 50 to 80% off of all merchandise and fixtures from now until January 14th.  Come to the shop for the deep discounts and to say good bye this fab boutique.  Visionary fans fear not, the Visionary Mobile will continue on at events and parked regularly at Discover Green on La Brea.

Location:  5285 West Pico Blvd.  Los Angeles, CA 90019.  Sales runs from today through January 14th from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Web:  www.visionaryboutique.com,  Phone:  310-659-11770-659-1177

First Friday’s In Venice, Check Out Evolution Salon

The weekend is almost here! And everyone loves Friday, the very last day before your weekend fun can begin. You too can have a fabulous, eco Friday this January 8th at Evolution Salon Gallery as they participate in First Fridays off Abbot Kinney. Our girl Tina gave us the full scoop on Evolution, they use products that are ammonia free, formaldehyde free, sulfate and paraben free, organically infused and vegan. They offer complete color, cutting and styling services. So stop by their location for some wine, some style and to check out the salon.

Location: 1340 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA, 90291, Time: 5 pm to 8pm, Contact: (310) 450-4466, Check out Evolution Salon’s Facebook fanpage here

Something For Everyone, Even Our Greenies In The OC. Electronic Recycling Drive.

Alright Orange County YDT readers, we’ve got something going on for you. Perhaps one of your new years resolutions was to get rid of your old clutter, to organize and to start fresh. If you have any old electronics lying around, you can recycle them this Friday at the Huntington Beach library from 9am to 5pm. What better way to get rid of your old computers, monitors, televisions, cables and wires then by recycling them?

Location: Huntington Beach Library, 7111 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA. For more information, contact: (800) 780-0347 or check out www.allgreenrecycling.com

Handle With Care at Harvey’s Seatbelt Bag Store On Melrose Ave

So many options, what shall one do? Yet another fun Friday event especially for our eco-fashionistas. Be sure to check out “Handle With Care” a solo art show by Nancy Chiu, Intro Art & Fashion competition finalist which is being held at Harvey’s on Melrose. There will be a meet and greet with Nancy, you’ll also get a chance to see the pre-release “A Little Birdie Tote Me” seat belt strap totes. And of course, there will be finger foods, refreshments and plenty of fashionable people.

Location: Harvey’s Seatbelt Bags, 7955 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, Ca 90046, Contact: (323) 798-9000, check out http://www.seatbeltbags.com/

Lend Your Support, Green Youth Movement Meeting

We work hard to make a green impact but we can’t do it alone. We need help to remind the youth that going green is an opportunity for them as well. Thanks to the Green Youth Movement, we’ve got a major head start. The mission of GYM is to educate kids and teens about environmental awareness, eco-friendly behavior and small steps that can make a big difference for the future. If you wanted the chance to impact a young persons life this year and lead by exmaple, the Green Youth Movement needs YOU! Check out their meeting this Saturday January 9th where they will discuss their upcoming green fashion show in March. Meeting time: 4pm, For address and to RSVP contact: info@greenyouthmovement.org or call (310) 888-3367, For further information on GYM, visit http://www.greenyouthmovement.org/

For additional green events in LA, you can always check out our calendar. Enjoy your eco weekend!

December 17, 2009 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

Tivoli House Green Networking Event

As the temperature in Los Angeles cools down, there’s nothing like a little “mixing and mingling” to keep you and your rolodex sizzling hot. That’s why this Thursday December 17th, you should head on down to the Tivoli House and meet some great green folk. Join Women of the Green Generation, Afford Eco and LA Eco Salon for a “green gathering of guiltless desserts and vegetarian food.”   The full scoop can be found on the Your Daily Thread calendar. RSVP: Kris, (310) 310-5692, email: bhaktiyogagirl@msn.com, a $10 donation is suggested to keep the event sustainable.

Location: Tivoli House, 4136 Tivoli Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066 (do not park on Tivoli, see our calendar listing for parking instructions), Date/Time:  Thursday, December 17th, 7pm-10 pm   Web: www.womenofthegreengeneration.com

Embrace The “Sustainable Speaker” Within You

Some of our YDT readers have their own creative genes. I happen to know this because I have met many of you who are budding entrepreneurs, writers and green voices within the community. If you’ve ever wanted to speak on all things eco or chic, perhaps you should consider the Sierra Green Toastmasters club which is meeting this Thursday.”Toastmasters is an organization that helps people develop their public speaking skills, and the Sierra Green club is focused on helping Greens and other environmentally and socially conscience folks get our message out, whether its at a rally, press conference, or just amongst your coworkers or family.” So if happen to be free, swing on by the Sierra Green Toastmasters event. There’s no charge to “get in and get speaking.”

Location: Sierra Club Headquarters, 3435 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 320, Los Angeles, CA 90010,  Date/Time Thursday December 17th, 7 to 8 p.m.  Contact: 562-435-5836

Car Free Friday Holiday Breakfast Ride

As we continue to celebrate the many things we are thankful for this holiday season and give good tidings to our loved ones, we should also remember to give back to our planet as well. One easy way to both “give and receive” is Car Free Friday. For the holiday season, they’re making it extra special with a breakfast ride.  Starting at 8:30 a.m. Cyclists will meet at Echo Park Lake at the corner of Park/Glendale and enjoy hot food and coffee!  Food Not Bombs will be supplying pancakes and grilled cheese sandwiches cooked and  coffee from Cafe De Leche will also be available (There is a $1 donation for pancakes, $2 for grilled cheese, coffee is free).   The route will head into downtown LA around city hall, LAPD headquarters then back. If you want the full “wheel and deal” on Car Free Friday as well as a list of participating businesses, be sure to visit www.la-bike.org.

Heal The Bay Beach Clean Up

Even though the Heal the Bay clean ups are canceled this month for the holidays you can still help out tomorrow by participating in Heal the Bay’s “Day Without a Bag Campaign” All you have to do is not use any single use bags and many locations throughout LA will be giving reusable ones away.  Getting in the habit of using a resuseable bag is simple and easy.  Plus you’d be surprised as to how much money using single use plastic bags costs us annually too (This cost doesn’t include how plastic affects our marine life either.)

Location:  All of Los Angele (Free bag locations very, visit the campaign site for details).  Date:  Thursday, December 17th.  web:  http://healthebay.org/nobagday/2009/default.asp

Green Block Party:  Give Trees a Chance

Head downtown for the inaugural celebration of “Green Block Parties” that is being put on by LA Green Block Party.com.  This Saturday there will be tree plantings, music, green lifestyle products, organic food and more.  Come meet your green down town neighbors and PARTAY!

Location: 1350 Margo St.  (Between Pico Blvd & 14th/Grand & Olive).  Los Angeles, CA 90015   Date/Time:  Saturday, December 19th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Web:  http://www.lagreenblockparty.com

December 10, 2009 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

Craft Good Cheer Holiday Event

This Thursday December 10th, head on down to the Urban Craft Center off Main Street in Santa Monica where you can enjoy “crafting, cocktails, cupcakes and holiday cheer.” This will surely be a sustainably spectacular evening, after all it is being planned by Bash Eco Events.  Just a little FYI- the event costs $ 5 and will support the OPCC Charity of Santa Monica.  To attend, please RSVP to RSVP@bashecoevents.com.

Location: Urban Craft Center 2433 Main Street Santa Monica, CA 90405, Date/Time:  Thursday, December from 7pm-10 pm,   RSVP:  RSVP@bashecoevents.com Tel: (310) 392-0139, Donation $5

Haute For The Holidays

Wasn’t Buster Poindexter the one that sang the catchy song “hot, hot, hot?” He was definitely onto something and this Friday December 11^th, Chill Out LA and Sirens Magazine want you to feel hot too-“Haute For The Holidays” that is. Be sure to swing by the Rob|B Salon in Studio City for the second “Sexy Serenity” event which promises to be “an exclusive evening of glamorous beauty services and glitzy holiday shopping. Guests are invited to sip festive drinks, sample gourmet food and desserts, and indulge in professional manicure and spa services from the leading name in nails, OPI, at the company’s flagship spa.” You’ll definitely turn up the heat this holiday season by attending this event.  Tickets are $25 now, or $30 at the door.  To book your space call the salon at (818) 980 7622.

Location: 12246 Ventura Boulevard Studio City, CA, 91604. Date/Time:  Friday, December 11th from  7-10 pm.  RSVP:  Call the Salon 818 980 7622   More Info:  email sexyspaparties@gmail.com

Bust Holiday Craftacular

If you didn’t get your fill of Hand Made goodies last week at Unique Los Angeles, head down to the Echo in Echo Park for the Bust  Holiday Craftacular.  There will be over 50 crafty vendors and you can also make a donation to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.  The Grilled Cheese Truck will also be in attendance and there will be live DJs, raffles plus the first 250 peeps to show up and support will get a free goodie bag.

Location:  The Echo, 1822 W. Sunset Blvd.  Echo Park, CA  Date/Time:  Saturday December 12th from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. Web:  www.bust.com/craftacular/BUST-Holiday-Craftacular-2009-LA.html

Tree People-Million Trees LA Park Tree Care

What would the holidays be without Christmas trees? And while you can opt for a “living tree for your living room”, you can also get out into the wilderness and provide our trees in natural environments with a little TLC. Join TreePeople’s Ryan Allen at Stetson Ranch Park on Saturday December 12th for some much needed tree care. Activities will entail watering, weeding, and mulching trees to support the effort to restore this park since last year’s tragic fires. Directions will be given upon registration which will be required to attend this event.

To register, please contact volunteer@treepeople.org, call (818) 623-4879.   Date/Time:  Saturday, December 12th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.( Location Provided Upon RSVP).

The Green Girls Holiday Spectacular

Strawberries are red, Christmas trees are green, the holidays are meant for going out and being seen.  On Saturday December 12^th, you can join the Green Girls in giving back to the community at this festive event sponsored by the Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Organization (IREO). Enjoy the comforts of a private home in Encino Hills, dance to live music from DJ Paul Printz of Broccoli City and best of all, give back to the Los Angeles shelter. That’s what this holiday season is all about-giving back and going green.

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Location: The Strawberry House in Encino Hills (complete address provided upon RSVP) Date/Time: Saturday, December 12th from  2pm-8pm, Cost: FREE entry with food donation  Web: http://www.thegreengirls.tv/holiday.asp.

Conscious Holiday Gift Bazaar

This Sunday stop by the LAX Hilton for a local, organic, vegan feast along with shopping. Attend the Conscious Holiday Gift Bazaar and Winter Wonderland event hosted by the Hotel Entertainment Group. Sample delicious vegan cuisine prepared by Chef E from the Hollywood Farmers Market. As a matter of holiday cheer, the “first 200 people to attend the event will eat for free.” Santa may be a little jealous but don’t worry-the North Pole will thank you for considering the environment this holiday season by eating organic and vegan food and thus reducing your carbon footprint.

Location: LAX Hilton Hotel, 5711 West Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, Date/Time:  Saturday December 12th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday December 13^th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.   For more info email Sara@hotelentertainmentgroup.com Web: www.consciousholidaygiftbazaar.com

December 3, 2009 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

Your Daily Thread Presents The Green Room At Unique

Get your green gift wrap on exclusively from the hands of our YDT staffers Tracy Hepler and  Jaclyn Mullen who will add a little “TLE” (e for eco) on your holiday purchases from the 2^nd annual Unique LA. Event entry fee is $10.00 but a portion of the proceeds will go to the local non-profit 826LA! Plus you’ll get an exclusive limited edition tote bag, free drink ticket, unlimited re-entry to the show for both days and access to our great lineup of free workshops. “Shop from over 300 designers and artists, support local design and our economy, and have a blast!” And don’t worry if you’ve got little ones, children under 12 are FREE.

Location: California Market Center, 110 East 9^th Street, CA, Time: 11am-6:00 pm, Date: Saturday December 5^th and Sunday December 6^th, For more info check out http://www.uniquelosangeles.com/

Chivas Holiday Boutique:  Shop local, meet the goats and enjoy the festivities!

If you join YDT’s Tracy and Jaclyn at Unique LA Saturday, then you can make it to Lauren’s family home/farm for their 4th annual Chivas Holiday Boutique on Sunday.  Enjoy an intimate holiday shopping experience (with 7 local vendors) plus workshops on DIY skincare, goat cheese making, green living and pilates.  Don’t forget to meet the goats behind Chivas’s goat milk soap and try the yummy goat cheese-inspired appetizers and deserts handmade especially for this event.

Location: RSVP at rsvp@chivasskincare.com for exact location. Time: 12 noon to 4:30 pm, Date: Sunday December 6th.   View complete invitation or visit www.chivasskincare.com.  Contact:  Lauren@chivasskincare.com or (310) 266-6989.

Little Green Event At Top Loft

Little Green has an evening planned of fab eco fun on Thursday December 3^rd. Organized by Heather Knight (www.marilynmonrobot.com) and Mind Share Green Initiative (www.mindshare.la), the Little Green event gathers LA’s finest green guys and gals amongst each other to examine “themes in LA, gentle revolutions and reflections” regarding the green movement. It certainly doesn’t hurt that you can mix and mingle, sip martinis and nibble on light bites while listening to some great speakers talk green.  Our very own Tracy Hepler will be speaking to the crowd on how to celebrate waste free holidays.

Location:  Top Loft, 676 South 21^st Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90031, Time: 7pm-Midnight, For tickets and more information check out: http://littlegreen.eventbrite.com/

Gifts Giving Back

Yes the holidays are upon us and while we may be inclined to give to ourselves and personal inner circle, we can also give to the less fortunate especially under privileged kids. That’s precisely why Madison at Fred Segal will be holding a “Gifts Giving Back Event” to benefit Toys for Tots. Join Rachel Leigh Cook on Thursday December 3^rd and browse products from featured brands including Tarte Cosmetics, Linda Loudermilk, Green Bees, Love Heals and many more. There will be all the sprinklings of a perfect shopping soiree-food, music and beverages plus proceeds are benefiting a good cause. That’s enough to make anyone have a happy holiday.

Location:  Madison at Fred Segal, 500 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401. To pre-register contact giftsgivingback@gmail.com

6^th Annual Artivist Film Festival In Hollywood

In case you missed the 6^th Annual Artivist Film Festival green carpet on December 1^st, there are still a ton of events and films that will be going on through December 5^th, which you can attend. From the Gala Awards on Saturday which will feature actress Olivia Wilde to “numerous films in the festival focusing on sustainability” through out the weekend to live entertainment, stilt walkers and a gourmet coffee bar, this festival is something your inner eco artist should be experience. A few suggestions from the YDT crew-attend the premiere of “Intelligent Life” a “stark and unfiltered examination of the unintended consequences of modern American lives on Thursday December 3^rd at 9:30 pm. If you’re booked on Thursday, don’t fret. There is a film Friday night too. “Belonging” will kick off at 7:30 pm. Narrated by Dustin Hoffman, the film boasts “dazzling shots of the Canadian Arctic and serves as a primer on how we got into this environmental mess.” 
For more information including location information, film schedules and so on, visit http://www.artivists.org/

Sirens Magazine and Chill Out LA are inviting the sexy, stylish ladies of L.A. to Sexy Serenity: Haute for the Holidays, an exclusive evening of glamorous beauty services and glitzy holiday shopping. Guests will sip festive holiday cocktails and artisan teas, sample gourmet food and desserts, and indulge in professional manicure and spa services from the leading name in nails, OPI, at the company’s flagship spa, ROB|B Salon LEED Certified Nail Spa.

Enjoy product and entertainment demos while shopping for last-minute holiday gifts from The Pleasure Chest, Haute Betts jewelry, Natural High Lifestyle clothing, Nicobella Organics and The Brunette Gourmette. ROB|B’s friendly, talented nail technicians and estheticians will treat guests to decadent mini treatments such as express manicures, polish changes featuring the latest OPI colors and hand scrubs. All attendees will receive treats to take home and exclusive e-Gift Bags, offering freebies and discounts from vendors and participating businesses in the beauty, spa, accessories, fitness and fashion industries.

The event will take place on Friday December 11^th at the ROB|B Salon, 12246 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA. Tickets are only  $25.00 in advance and $35.00 at the door. For more info, contact (818) 980-7622 or email sexyspaparties@gmail.com

November 5, 2009 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

On Sunday October 25th, Hollywood (and YDT) went green for the 20th Annual Environmental Media Awards.  On hand for the honorous occasion were Amy Smart, Sir Richard Branson, Cedric the Entertainer, Kevin McHale from the Fox hit show Glee, Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Mraz, Michael Rady from Melrose Place and many other hot names in the entertainment business.

Eight films and television programs were awarded for their outstanding contributions to protect our environment. Winners included Walt Disney Studios Earth, the film The Cove, the show Brothers and Sisters and also the children’s animated Wild About Safety-Timon and Pumbaa: Safety Smart Goes Green.

The Environmental Media Association was founded by Lyn and Norman Lear and Cindy and Alan Horn back in 1989. Their main goal is to “honor film and television productions and individuals that increase public awareness of environmental issues and inspire personal action on these issues.”

With the green movement continuing to receive Hollywood support, we’re sure the EMA founders are proud.  The green community of LA was out in full force to celebrate the event too including Sarah Backhouse and Taryn Hipwell of  Eco Divas TV, Lauren Selman of Ecorazzi, Sarah Shewey of Pink Cloud Events and others.

Sarah Backhouse and YDT’s  Tracy Hepler were styled courtsey of Vie Bungalow in sustainably stylish Elena Garcia.

To learn more about the Environmental Media Association, check out www.ema-online.org

November 5, 2009 Written by Jaclyn Mullen

If you missed out on Monday’s post that featured a round up of November’s best green events be sure to check it out.  This weekend alone features three green beauty events, The Project Green Search Wrap party on Friday and Opportunity Green this weekend.  Check out the complete details here.

LA Green Drinks On The Westside

This Thursday November 5^th, join the  green guys and gals at the westside meeting of LA Green Drinks. This month’s host location is West 4^th Jane, and will feature fine sustainable cuisine from Santa Monica Seafood, cheese from Andrew’s Cheese Shop and vegetables from the farmers market (amongst other sustainable treats). The evening will also include a brief presentation from James Kao of “Power To The People” a group which focuses on bringing renewable, solar energies to communities in Nicaragua. Going green in LA can definitely have a global impact so be sure to stop by this LA Green Drinks event.

Location:  West 4^th Jane, 1432 A 4^th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401. Time: 7 to 10 pm. For more info on LA Green Drinks, you can check out http://lagreendrinks.blogspot.com

10,000 Villages Grand Re-opening

10,000 Villages in Pasadena gives you about 10,000 reasons to shop at their  store. Besides featuring global, (and sometimes green) products created under Fair Trade standards, this gem also displays unique, handmade artisan gifts. To celebrate their grand re-opening, the store is hosting an event on Friday November 6^th from 6-9 pm. They even want to share in the goodness-customers will get a free gift with any purchases made on Friday and Saturday. Tis’ the season to save green and give green on a global level thanks to 10,000 Villages.

Location:  567 South Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91101. Website: www.tenthousandvillages.com Email: Pasadena@tenthousandvillages.com Tel: (626) 229-9892.

Tree People Member Day

On Saturday November 7^th from 10am-2pm there will be a special event off Mulholland Drive in Beverly Hills where TreePeople members can explore Los Angeles like they never have before by taking a tour of the La Knetz Watershed Garden. As a green benefit, each TreePeople member in attendance will receive their own free LA roots (aka tree) to nurture and cultivate. If your not a member you can still attend and think about signing up to support the work that TreePeople does to help nature heal our city.

For more information or to RSVP contact Sara Laubacker, (818) 753-4631. Event Location: 12601 Mulholland Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Email: membership@treepeople.org For more information on Tree People check out www.treepeople.org

Equator Café Grand Opening

Equator Books in Venice is well known for selling first edition, out of print and collectible books. Now it can add Equator Café to its growing popularity. On Saturday November 7^th from 7 to 11pm, bookworms and coffee connoisseurs alike can enjoy an open bar as well as live entertainment for the café grand opening. What better excuse to get out of the house and sample the famous San Francisco Blue Bottle Coffee Company Co, Cake Monkey goodies and   other delicious treats? After all, reading and eating go hand in hand.

Location: 1103 Abbot Kinney, Venice, CA. Telephone (310) 399-9202. To check out Equator Books on the web, visit http://www.equatorbooks.com/

Twirls And Twigs Eco-Kids Fashion Show

All right green parents-this weekend you will have a chance to check out the latest in great green gear for your kids at a Fall Fashion Jamboree. Be sure to attend this event featuring Twirls and Twigs kids fashion while also celebrating the Boy Couture and Critter Brigade clothing company launches too. Twirls and Twigs features clothing made from recycled cotton, sustainable fibers and designer left-overs. Besides the  eco-style, there will be face painting, a rock-n-est concert, treats to eat and other fun family activities.

Location-The Pod Photography, 1219 ½ Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA. Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more info, email shawna@twirlsandtwings.com Web: http://www.twirlsandtwigs.com