E-News, January 2013
Jan 24th, 2013
At this time of year, with temperatures dipping into the negative thirty range, it’s hard not to gripe about how terrible winter is while siting around shivering, and longingly wishing for spring. Winter, even at it’s coldest, isn’t all that bad if you just get outside and get into it! Dress for the weather with proper gear, and suddenly you’re out and enjoying it, and it doesn’t seem so bad anymore! Our area has so much to offer outdoors in the winter – downhill and cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, snowmobiling, skating, the list goes on and on. And if none of that is in your budget range, bundle up and go for a hike - you’ll be warm and toasty, refreshed and revitalized, and feeling pretty great about winter by the time you’re done!
In the Shoppe EcoTraction 15% off
EcoTraction is a green and all-natural alternative to sand, salt and de-icer. That means you have all the benefits of a slip free walkway & driveway this winter and you don’t have to worry about your impact on the environment.
-The safest for you, your family, pets, property and the environment
- Doesn’t melt, corrode, rust or stain like salt and ice melters
-Completely safe for wood, metal, uncured concrete, brick or stone
-The only product that provides instant “when-you-need-it” traction during dangerous ice storms and freezing rain
-EcoTraction does not contain salt, chlorides, chemicals, or dyes.
-All you need to keep in your car for emergencies
Based on recommended spread rates, one bag of EcoTraction will cover the same area as 9 equivalent bags of salt or ice melter! And you’ll never repair your walkway or lawn from salt and ice melter damage again.
Get 15% OFF when you mention you saw this in ENews
BE THE CHANGE Documentary Film Series
Living Downstream
January 30th, 2013
This poetic film follows ecologist and cancer survivor Sandra Steingraber PhD during one pivotal year as she travels across North America, working to break the silence about cancer and its environmental links. Living Downstream highlights research on two pervasive chemicals: atrazine, one of the most widely used herbicides in the world, and the industrial compounds, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and follows these invisible toxins as they migrate to some of the most beautiful places in North America. Living Downstream is a powerful reminder of the intimate connection between the health of our bodies and the health of our air, land and water.
www.livingdownstream.com
www.jasonredman.com
Live Music (+ dinner) 6:30pm - Music: Jason Redman
Dinner by the Mediterranean Catering Company – $15 (Available at the door.)
Film 7:30pm
Admission – $8.00, Students – Free with Valid Student ID.
Click here to see all films in the series and to buy tickets <http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-r/>
Exploration Greens' March Break Day Camp
After last years discovery filled week about hibernation, winter survival and animals the Environment Network is excited to announce the return of Exploration Greens' March Break Day Camp. Taking place on March 11th to 15th, campers will engage in unique winter focused games and discover how animals find food, water and shelter in all that snow. Be the one of the first 10 people to sign up and your child will receive a camp t-shirt! The cost is $175 for the week, please no daily registrations.
Campers must be between 6 and 10 years old.
Registration will begin in January. Click here to register. <http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-y/>
Space is limited!
February 14th - Michelle Shephard Speaks at Pretty River Academy
Take the opportunity to come and see Michelle Shephard, National Security Reporter for the Toronto Star recount some of her most interesting experiences of the last decade based on her most recent book, Decade of Fear. Michelle will also talk about her travels to some of the most troubled and perplexing places on earth, including Mogadishu Guantanamo, Yemen, Somalia, Pakistan and more. Michelle is also the authour of and Guantanamo's Child: The Untold Story of Omar Khadr. Details to come soon, location is Pretty River Academy in Collingwood.
The Collingwood Community Food Co-op (CCFC)
The CCFC provides local and organic, non-genetically modified foods within our community. They are committed to working with the social and educational components of food, the industry of it and the politics. They use the values set up by fellow modern co-ops that have been in existence for over 150 years. There are many different co-ops - housing, insurance, food, etc. At CCFC they keenly support our local producers to sustain our regional and local economy and give a good clean choice for food, simply grown without dependence on chemical based methods.
As a co-op, CCFC also wants good governance over food and resource issues that affect everyone (ie water protection, pesticides, or growth hormones in the food system.) In this way we make available, good, regional food for ourselves and neighbours.
Looking ahead, here are some things are happening:
- instructional kitchen - expect to be completed in February 2013
- seasonal dinners for members
- prepared take-home food items produced right in our kitchen
- a variety of nutrition and cooking classes to meet the needs of our community
- kitchen space rentals for groups - make jam with your friends, have a pie party, etc.
All are welcome to shop at the co-op. However, being a member has its benefits. Not only do members 'own their grocery store' but they also receive a 10% discount off each store purchase. More details on membership can be found on our website and facebook page.
Website: www.ccfcoop.ca
Facebook: Collingwood Community Food Co-op https://www.facebook.com/Collingwoodlocalfoodcoop
Girlfriends
The GIRLFRIENDS momentum in our community is growing and it is such a nice thing to see. There are so many positives comments and such a great group of girls participating and women mentoring. I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you to Ruth Hitchcock and the Blue Mountain Half Marathon for donating part of their proceeds to the wonderful program. This money will allow us to continue delivering this program free of charge to the participants. - Stephanie Hardy
Program Coordinator
Feature Volunteer This month we would like to thank Julie Kaden for her volunteerism with the GIRLFRIENDS program at Mountain View Public School. Julie has been a big part of this program for the past 3 years. Julie fosters a safe atmosphere and brings a kind and understanding attitude that make our female youth comfortable. Julie is a wonderful mentor to these girls, her dedication and fun loving attitude is a great asset to the GIRLFRIENDS program.
Program Proudly Supported by the United Way Agency
Transition Initiative
Transition Towns is a grassroots network of communities that are working to raise awareness of sustainable living & proactively transition the community away from fossil fuels by building local ecological resilience. Projects are community-envisioned, community-designed & community-implemented. The term ‘community’ may refer to local people, local institutions, local council, towns, villages, cities, neighbourhoods, townships or any group of people working towards a common intention. Initiatives may include local food production, community gardens & edible landscaping, water, skill sharing & education, community currency & bartering, sustainable energy, eco-friendly housing, clean transportation, energy descent planning, business waste exchange & repurposing of materials. Projects vary dependent on the needs & intentions of a given local community. If interested, go to georiantriangletransition.org for more details.
LINKS & RESOURCES:
www.transitionnetwork.org
Let's start a conversation about health... and not talk about health care at all.
An new video from the Simcoe County Health Unit has been launched. "Let’s Start a Conversation" on YouTube. Click here to watch it.
<http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-h/>
Feel free to share around and have the conversation.
There are 18 versions of this out there pertinent to region.
Like us on FACEBOOK for your chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate in the Shoppe!
Click here now! <http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-u/>
Environment Network
44 St. Marie St., Collingwood,
Ontario, Canada, L9Y 3Y9
Winter Hours in the Shoppe:
Monday to Friday - 10:00am-5:00pm
We will resume Saturday hours in the Spring!
Phone: 705.446.0551
Toll Free: 866.377.0551
Fax: 705.446.0561
info@environmentnetwork.org
www.environmentnetwork.org
At this time of year, with temperatures dipping into the negative thirty range, it’s hard not to gripe about how terrible winter is while siting around shivering, and longingly wishing for spring. Winter, even at it’s coldest, isn’t all that bad if you just get outside and get into it! Dress for the weather with proper gear, and suddenly you’re out and enjoying it, and it doesn’t seem so bad anymore! Our area has so much to offer outdoors in the winter – downhill and cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, snowmobiling, skating, the list goes on and on. And if none of that is in your budget range, bundle up and go for a hike - you’ll be warm and toasty, refreshed and revitalized, and feeling pretty great about winter by the time you’re done!
In the Shoppe EcoTraction 15% off
EcoTraction is a green and all-natural alternative to sand, salt and de-icer. That means you have all the benefits of a slip free walkway & driveway this winter and you don’t have to worry about your impact on the environment.
-The safest for you, your family, pets, property and the environment
- Doesn’t melt, corrode, rust or stain like salt and ice melters
-Completely safe for wood, metal, uncured concrete, brick or stone
-The only product that provides instant “when-you-need-it” traction during dangerous ice storms and freezing rain
-EcoTraction does not contain salt, chlorides, chemicals, or dyes.
-All you need to keep in your car for emergencies
Based on recommended spread rates, one bag of EcoTraction will cover the same area as 9 equivalent bags of salt or ice melter! And you’ll never repair your walkway or lawn from salt and ice melter damage again.
Get 15% OFF when you mention you saw this in ENews
BE THE CHANGE Documentary Film Series
Living Downstream
January 30th, 2013
This poetic film follows ecologist and cancer survivor Sandra Steingraber PhD during one pivotal year as she travels across North America, working to break the silence about cancer and its environmental links. Living Downstream highlights research on two pervasive chemicals: atrazine, one of the most widely used herbicides in the world, and the industrial compounds, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and follows these invisible toxins as they migrate to some of the most beautiful places in North America. Living Downstream is a powerful reminder of the intimate connection between the health of our bodies and the health of our air, land and water.
www.livingdownstream.com
www.jasonredman.com
Live Music (+ dinner) 6:30pm - Music: Jason Redman
Dinner by the Mediterranean Catering Company – $15 (Available at the door.)
Film 7:30pm
Admission – $8.00, Students – Free with Valid Student ID.
Click here to see all films in the series and to buy tickets <http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-r/>
Exploration Greens' March Break Day Camp
After last years discovery filled week about hibernation, winter survival and animals the Environment Network is excited to announce the return of Exploration Greens' March Break Day Camp. Taking place on March 11th to 15th, campers will engage in unique winter focused games and discover how animals find food, water and shelter in all that snow. Be the one of the first 10 people to sign up and your child will receive a camp t-shirt! The cost is $175 for the week, please no daily registrations.
Campers must be between 6 and 10 years old.
Registration will begin in January. Click here to register. <http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-y/>
Space is limited!
February 14th - Michelle Shephard Speaks at Pretty River Academy
Take the opportunity to come and see Michelle Shephard, National Security Reporter for the Toronto Star recount some of her most interesting experiences of the last decade based on her most recent book, Decade of Fear. Michelle will also talk about her travels to some of the most troubled and perplexing places on earth, including Mogadishu Guantanamo, Yemen, Somalia, Pakistan and more. Michelle is also the authour of and Guantanamo's Child: The Untold Story of Omar Khadr. Details to come soon, location is Pretty River Academy in Collingwood.
The Collingwood Community Food Co-op (CCFC)
The CCFC provides local and organic, non-genetically modified foods within our community. They are committed to working with the social and educational components of food, the industry of it and the politics. They use the values set up by fellow modern co-ops that have been in existence for over 150 years. There are many different co-ops - housing, insurance, food, etc. At CCFC they keenly support our local producers to sustain our regional and local economy and give a good clean choice for food, simply grown without dependence on chemical based methods.
As a co-op, CCFC also wants good governance over food and resource issues that affect everyone (ie water protection, pesticides, or growth hormones in the food system.) In this way we make available, good, regional food for ourselves and neighbours.
Looking ahead, here are some things are happening:
- instructional kitchen - expect to be completed in February 2013
- seasonal dinners for members
- prepared take-home food items produced right in our kitchen
- a variety of nutrition and cooking classes to meet the needs of our community
- kitchen space rentals for groups - make jam with your friends, have a pie party, etc.
All are welcome to shop at the co-op. However, being a member has its benefits. Not only do members 'own their grocery store' but they also receive a 10% discount off each store purchase. More details on membership can be found on our website and facebook page.
Website: www.ccfcoop.ca
Facebook: Collingwood Community Food Co-op https://www.facebook.com/Collingwoodlocalfoodcoop
Girlfriends
The GIRLFRIENDS momentum in our community is growing and it is such a nice thing to see. There are so many positives comments and such a great group of girls participating and women mentoring. I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you to Ruth Hitchcock and the Blue Mountain Half Marathon for donating part of their proceeds to the wonderful program. This money will allow us to continue delivering this program free of charge to the participants. - Stephanie Hardy
Program Coordinator
Feature Volunteer This month we would like to thank Julie Kaden for her volunteerism with the GIRLFRIENDS program at Mountain View Public School. Julie has been a big part of this program for the past 3 years. Julie fosters a safe atmosphere and brings a kind and understanding attitude that make our female youth comfortable. Julie is a wonderful mentor to these girls, her dedication and fun loving attitude is a great asset to the GIRLFRIENDS program.
Program Proudly Supported by the United Way Agency
Transition Initiative
Transition Towns is a grassroots network of communities that are working to raise awareness of sustainable living & proactively transition the community away from fossil fuels by building local ecological resilience. Projects are community-envisioned, community-designed & community-implemented. The term ‘community’ may refer to local people, local institutions, local council, towns, villages, cities, neighbourhoods, townships or any group of people working towards a common intention. Initiatives may include local food production, community gardens & edible landscaping, water, skill sharing & education, community currency & bartering, sustainable energy, eco-friendly housing, clean transportation, energy descent planning, business waste exchange & repurposing of materials. Projects vary dependent on the needs & intentions of a given local community. If interested, go to georiantriangletransition.org for more details.
LINKS & RESOURCES:
www.transitionnetwork.org
Let's start a conversation about health... and not talk about health care at all.
An new video from the Simcoe County Health Unit has been launched. "Let’s Start a Conversation" on YouTube. Click here to watch it.
<http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-h/>
Feel free to share around and have the conversation.
There are 18 versions of this out there pertinent to region.
Like us on FACEBOOK for your chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate in the Shoppe!
Click here now! <http://environmentnetwork.createsend1.com/t/r-l-udohik-iiijkuddr-u/>
Environment Network
44 St. Marie St., Collingwood,
Ontario, Canada, L9Y 3Y9
Winter Hours in the Shoppe:
Monday to Friday - 10:00am-5:00pm
We will resume Saturday hours in the Spring!
Phone: 705.446.0551
Toll Free: 866.377.0551
Fax: 705.446.0561
info@environmentnetwork.org
www.environmentnetwork.org
