We all have our list of things we envision in a mate: romcom qualities seen in good guys as John Krasinski, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Ryan Gosling. We wonder: Is being green on that list? If not, here are our reasons for putting “eco-sensitive” in your top five.

He Eats Fresh, Local Food

This guy won’t scoff at a request to snag locally brewed beer or almond milk at local grocers. Better yet, you’ll both enjoy perusing the farmers’ market while toting your BYO bags. Try out some of these recipes with your health-conscious honey.

He Enjoys Being Outdoors

Man was intended to interact with nature and it brings out the best in him—especially an outdoors-made sculpted body. He looks forward to his Topanga Canyon rock climbing and bicycle-faring errands, and his muscled physique has these hobbies to thank for it.

He Wastes Not, Wants Not

There’s something to be said about a man who cares not just for his own mother, but Mother Nature as well. With his tenderly farmed herb garden and GOTS-certified organic cotton duvet, it’s not hard to imagine such devotion for the planet translating into devotion for another love in his life: you. Don’t be surprised when he brings you a handpicked bouquet of marigolds from his Griffith Park hike.

He’ll Take You to Green Festivals

Be it an environmental/indie film festival or a human rights campaign, this guy knows partying with a green conscience isn’t just for treehuggers and hippies—better book your Topanga Film and Green City Fair tickets now.

He Dresses like a (Green) Dapper Don

Whether it’s sustainable or pesticide-free materials, he embraces eco-threads like vintage tees from The Warehouse, carbon-free clothes from C-PAS, and Simple Shoes vegan sneakers. Here’s a guy who keeps “earth-friendly” in style all year round.

So, when it comes to a mate, don’t discount those earthier qualities—no doubt he’ll be a hero in your eyes and Mother Nature’s.

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What: The Upward Bound House Young Professional Board’s 3rd Annual Spring Bash.

When: Thursday, May 12 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Where: Luxe Hotel – Bel Air, 11461 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, 90049 (map).

Why? Your ticket purchase not only guarantees you entry to this swanky bash, complete with drinks, appetizers, live music and an opportunity to win some awesome prizes (Dodger tickets anyone?), but goes to helping homeless families with children and very low-income seniors.

Web: upwardboundhouse.org.

EAT

What: True Food Kitchen

When: Open seven days a week. Please see website for times.

Where: Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 172, Santa Monica, 90401 (map).

Why? The Quinoa Blueberry Johnny Cake topped with pure maple syrup and greek yogurt at Santa Monica Place’s newest green restaurant, brings new meaning to the term “true love.”

Web: truefoodkitchen.com.

PAMPER

What: Olive Juice Trunk Show and Pampering Event at Le Posh Salon.

When: Saturday, May 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Le Posh Salon, 7551 W. Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, 90046 (map).

Why? While you loved the macaroni necklace your little one made for you last weekend, Mommy and Me manicures and pedicures, are quite nice, as well!

Web: salonleposh.com.

SUPPORT

What: GrowingGreat’s 5th Annual Healthy Living Festival.

When: Sunday, May 15 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: 13th Street (Metlox) Plaza, Manhattan Beach, 90266 (map).

Why? Spend your day near the beach and help support healthy eating and lifestyle habits for children, all while enjoying free holistic therapy sample treatments, over 65 vendors, fitness class demonstrations and more!

Web: growinggreat.org.

WALK

What: Echo Park PDA Art Walk.

When: Saturday, May 14 from 12 to 6 p.m.

Where: Please see website for participating venues.

Why? Don’t be shy—celebrate PDA with free snacks and drinks at Art Needs Freedom’s launch party at Feeding Birds Boutique, then enjoy discounts, art displays and eats at any one of the forty participating Echo Park businesses including Cookbook and Tavin Boutique.

Web: artneedsfreedom.com.

ATTEND

What: Women of the Green Generation Conference.

When: Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Where: Marrakesh House, 6310 Tompkins Way, Culver City, 90232 (map).

Why? Show ‘em what girl power is really all about by joining over 300 other attendees and female industry leaders and panelists for a day of networking, organic food and drink, shamanic healing, acupuncture and tarot card readings provided by RakSa and many more exciting activities.

Web: womenofthegreengeneration.com.

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The festival is a part of a month-long campaign to educate Americans about the health benefits of yoga, which you can learn more about here. And the event itself is all about interaction: from yoga classes and workshops to music, dancing and shopping. Check out the full schedule here.

While the Yoga Month tour will be visiting 10 cities across the nation, we are especially lucky here in L.A. because Saturday’s festival will be complimented by Sunday’s Global Mala Sacred Movement and Music celebration. For those of you who don’t already know, a “mala” is a strand of 108 beads used for meditation in the Hindi & Buddhist traditions. The purpose of the celebration is to “unite the global yoga community from every continent, school or approach to form a ‘mala around the earth’” in honor of the United Nations International Day of Peace. Imagine: 108 Sun Salutations, Yoga Trance Dance, Paradigm Shifting Speakers and more. A worldwide event with its hub in our own backyard!

So, save the date! And stay tuned next week for highlights on more yoga-related topics leading up to the event. Click here for ydt Events Calendar listing.

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If the Olympics have inspired your inner athlete, get off the boob tube and go out and play. Check out CoEdSportsLA.com to find pickup games throughout L.A. in a variety of team sports. Aspiring Michael Phelps fans should check out the ydt Archive for the H2O article to find the aquatic center near you.

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After a hard workout, you definitely need to refuel. Check out one of L.A.’s best tastes in Chinese cuisine. Yang Chow has been in business for over 30 years in historic Chinatown. They now have two additional locations in Pasadena and Canoga Park. Try their world famous Slippery Shrimp – my fortune cookie tells me you won’t be disappointed. Chinatown location at 819 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, 90012.

Join the Million Trees L.A. Project and L.A. Department of Rec and Parks in Griffith Park to help care for the young trees they planted there after last year’s fierce fire season. The event takes place on Saturday August 23rd from 9 a.m. to noon. It has been a hot summer and the trees need some serious TLC. To volunteer or for more information, contact Lisa Sotelo at (818) 623-4879 or email volunteer@treepeople.org.

Silver Lake’s famous music festival and street fair is in full swing this weekend, and celebrating its 28th year. Check out their musical line up here. If you are new to L.A. or have never gone, it definitely deserves a spot on your agenda. Presale tickets are available now for $15; they’re $20 at the event. Parking is limited so taking public trans, carpooling or bicycling is encouraged. And yes, bike valet is provided. For more information, check out their site here.

The Edison Downtown is opening up its Radio Room (a few doors down from the main entrance) on Sunday nights only for 125 guests who are “in the know.” There will be live jazz performances, hors d’oeuvres, and vintage cocktails especially prepared by the “featured” barman or woman of the evening. Dress to impress: that means jackets, collared shirts, and all that jazz. Leave the flip-flops, shorts and beachwear at home. The Edison Downtown is located at 108 W 2nd St., L.A., 90012. Phone: (213) 613-0000.

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LISTEN: Cal Phil on the Green CAL

This Saturday July 26^th the California Philharmonic will be performing songs by Rogers and Hammerstein at the Los Angeles County Arboretum. Tickets start as low as $20 and guests are encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy the outdoors. The days of summer are slowly but surely running out, so take advantage of these seasonal events before old man winter moves in! The Arboretum is located at 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, 91007. For more info visit: www.calphil.org/concerts.

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BE A PHILANTHROPIST: Drink Beer!

So it’s not this weekend, but on August 2^nd you can drink beer and help raise money and awareness for cystic fibrosis. The event is called “Brew Haw Haw” and will be held in the outdoors at the beautiful Autry National Center at Griffith Park. There will be beer tasting, live entertainment and food! The tickets are $50 and monies go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. All you have to do is show up and drink (oh, and don’t forget to purchase your tickets ahead of time as tickets can NOT be purchased at the door). The Autry National Center is located at 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, 90027. For more event and ticketing info, visit: www.cff.org/Chapters/losangeles/index.cfm?id=8722. Or contact Kaitlyn Fitzgibbons @ kfitzgibbons@cff.org.

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ydtUPDATE: Check out our new Media Player (at top/right) and preview songs by two artists who will be playing at “Brew Haw Haw.”

TASTE: Dessert Decadence

This Sunday at Boulevard 3, the best pastry chefs and bakeries from around Los Angeles will all be under one roof to give you a sampling of their goods. Tickets are $60 and include unlimited amounts of chocolatey goodness and wine. The event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., just enough time to digest between first and second and third helpings. Boulevard 3 is located at 6523 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 90028. For more info, visit www.drinkeatplay.com/dessertdecadence.

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WATCH: “Bullitt” and “Point Blank”
This Sunday July 27^th art director Albert Brenner will be at The Egyptian Theatre to discuss his work on these two classic films. The double-feature will showcase this five-time Oscar nominated artist who has worked in the business for a LONG time on films like “Pretty Woman” and “Beaches.” The Egyptian Theater is located at 6712 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, 90028. For more info, visit www.americancinematheque.com/sched.htm.

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DINE: DELANCEY

This new restaurant in Hollywood serves up delicious Italian delicacies seven days a week. Its obscure location and charming décor make it the perfect place to grab a glass of wine with a friend or that special someone. Their Bolognese is to die for, and the food ranges from calamari to pasta to pizzas. Delancey is located at 5936 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, 90028. For more info, visit www.delanceyhollywood.com

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