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Friday, April 30, 2010
Eco News Post-green news
Posted by Matthew Schniper on Fri, Apr 30, 2010 at 5:38 PM
Since we're supposed to be making every day Earth Day, here's some green news one week after the big eco party:
- Now more fashionable than a lady's purse: the reusable shopping bag.
Addressing early concerns as to how customers would respond, the company writes:
The world didn't end. In fact, customers seemed relieved. Sales are up. Customers who forget bags are offered a recycled box for their purchases, or a free or low cost recyclable bag.
• The Colorado Farm and Art Market is hosting a "Meet your Farmer" fundraiser from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, May 2 at the Margarita at PineCreek. A $30 ($25 for military, $15 for students, kids free) entry fee buys apps from the restaurant, Bristol beers, starters for your garden and access to children's activities, live music and a silent auction.
• Country Roots Farm will host its own open house of sorts, called a Spring Field Day, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, May 23. Farmer Ryan Morris says:
Any and all are invited just to see what is happening on the farm here.
