Robots

See more of the Robots list by HeyJude at ThisNext.

Green Guide: Bamboo

Bamboo has quickly become a terrific alternative to cotton or other types of clothing. As a resource, bamboo is sustainable - there's a turnaround grow time of 4 years - and it replenishes soil that's been degraded as well. Additionally, it's incredibly soft, breathable, and long-lasting. Whether or not you're choosing bamboo for the eco quality, it's a great material that deserves a lot of credit.

See more of my Green Guide: Bamboo list at ThisNext.

Venice Beach Eco-Fest

If you live in the LA area, come check out my neighborhood and the Venice Beach Eco-Fest.


Venice Eco-Fest

Date: 6/28
City: Venice

Description: Earth Day Los Angeles and the Venice Chamber of Commerce invite you to Sponsor, Exhibit, Volunteer or Attend the ‘Venice Eco-Fest - Venice Beach Music and Arts Eco-Festival,’ on Saturday, June 28, 2008. For info on Sponsor, Exhibitor and Volunteer opportunities, click on Register Now above the top of this page. Actor Ed Begley, Councilman Bill Rosendahl, and other celebrities and dignitaries will be hosting ‘Venice Eco-Fest’ on the world famous Venice Beach Boardwalk. The festival, including Windward Avenue and the Venice Beach Plaza and Recreation area at the end of Windward, will involve over one hundred booths with a diversity of eco-info, quality products for sound living, solar stage with great music, food, and interactive art/play area for children of all ages.

Starting Time: 10 am Event Type: Festival + Music
Ending Time: 7 pm
Number of Participants: 30,000

Instructions: Bring hat, sunblock and water. To Sponsor or Exhibit, click on the Register Now button at the top of this page.

Address: 1 Windward Ave

Directions: On Windward St. and Plaza, from Pacific Ave. to the Park and Recreation Area on the beach! Parking in lots on Venice Blvd. is only a few blocks south of the event.

Web Site: EarthDayLA.org Email: EarthDayLA@yahoo.com

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What were you doing ten years ago?

10 years ago I was that lovely awkward age of 13. I was in 7th grade going to a small private school. I played soccer, was concentrating on trying to be cool, and going to a camp at Catalina where I got to snorkel at nite.

What are five things on your to-do list today?

1- Work stuff
2- Take bike by Bike Attack because of the noise it's making
3- Soccer game (and not sucking)
4- Getting one more quarter for laundry
5- Eating healthy

Snacks you enjoy?

-everything not good for me

Places you've lived?

Long Beach, Westwood, Venice

What are 5 things you would do if you were a billionaire?

1- Buy a house and make it eco-friendly amazing
2- Shop
3- Buy/commission a Mercedes hybrid
4- Give my family $$
5- Donate

People you want to know more about?

Gringa, Rory, Marissa, Allie, Linsmata, EatAddict

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If you're an eco-friendly crafter

Some All Natural Homemade Products

#1 INSTEAD OF COMET OR AJAX

For a great all around cleaner and a perfect alternative to bleach cleansers, mix baking soda and a couple drops of tea tree oil. The tea tree oil acts as a natural anti bacterial, anti fungal agent. It is great for cleaning everything from counter tops to toilet bowls. A powder sugar shaker is great place to store this concoction. Don’t use too much however because it can leave a film behind.

#2 CHEMICAL LEMON SCENTED COMMERCIAL FURNITURE OILS

Make a PLEDGE for planet earth! Olive oil is a great alternative to commercial furniture oils.

#3 NO MORE WINDEX!

Club soda is perfect solution for streak-free windows.

#4 HARSH FOOT SPRAY OR ACNE MEDICATIONS

Tea tree oil is great for any skin fungus and bacteria including jock itch and acne.

#5 FORGET FABREEZ

Mix baking soda and lavender oil in a shaker bottle and sprinkle under your sheets instead of Fabreez. You’ll sleep like a baby and keep your sheets fresh!

#6 INSTEAD OF OVER THE COUNTER PAIN PILLS

Eat a handful was walnuts for a headache instead of Tylenol. Give it a try, it works, I promise!

#7 ALLERGY MEDICINE

If you sinuses are congested or if you have a problem with acne boil purified water and throw in a couple of lavender leaves. Take off the stove and place on a heat safe rack. Take a towel and cover your head while leaning over the steaming water. After about 5 minutes, wash your face.

#8 SODA SOFT DRINKS

Drink lots of water with mint and lemon or iced tea, instead of soda or sugar filled power drinks. if you do make tea, use the used bags to get your PH levels up in your garden soil.