February 8, 2010 Written by Your Daily Thread Team
Last week, we announced that Tracy and I will run the LA Marathon on March 21st and plan to train responsibly and report our findings. So, to kick off, we found out what the LA Marathon itself is doing to be sustainable.We connected with its Creative and Environmental Coordinator, Beth Liberty, to find out what it takes to make this year’s LA Marathon just a little greener.
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Get Out And Go Green Los Angeles, It’s 2010
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 ...
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Best of YDT 2009: Six DIY Hotspots for L.A.
December 28, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
Apliiq: Apliiq is based on the French word for apply and that is exactly...
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Holiday Crafting, Relaxing, Tree Planting and More
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 9040...
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Fit and Active Through the Holidays + A Giveaway to Keep You in Shape
December 7, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
As the holidays get stressful, the first thing to get dropped is often our exercise routine. This is rather unfortunate because exercise is a tool we have to help eliminate stress and the extra pounds that come from munching on holiday treats.
If you’re worried about falling off the treadmill, fear not. I recently sat down with certified Pilates instructor Kristen Matthews who shared some tips to keep your core tight and your body lean during the holidays and beyond.
Compared to working out in a gym,
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Tis The Season For Green Gatherings
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 2nd 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 t...
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Bloume Baby: Get Your Baby Started Off Right with a Green Foot Forward
November 25, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
Babies enter the world pure and should remain so, but with the amount of chemicals found in the average baby product, it becomes hard for them to stay that way. This is why Annie Totten decided to create Bloume Baby, an online destination for modern, eco-friendly clothing, toys and all other products related to baby.
Annie previously worked for big corporate retailers like Gap and Disney but wanted to create a retail experience that would embody her love of children, fashion and our planet. Before having her first child, she birthed ...
YDT Presents the Eco-Lounge at Unique Los Angeles Dec 5 & 6
November 25, 2009 Written by Your Daily Thread Team
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