From ethan at handpdx.org Thu Apr 28 20:32:16 2011 From: ethan at handpdx.org (Ethan Timm) Date: Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:32:16 -0700 Subject: [HANDgreenteam] DIY Weatherization Trainings In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: The SE Uplift Sustainability Program is hosting a series of free trainings to help homeowners learn about inexpensive do-it-yourself ways to increase the energy efficiency of their homes. Professional trainers will cover topics such as behavior modification and light weatherization, bypass sealing, basic insulation, ventilation corrections and discussing when to call a contractor. There will also be a field session in a home where participants will get guided hands-on experience applying weatherization methods. This training opportunity is for residents of southeast Portland interested in weatherization techniques they can learn to do on their own without having to hire a contractor. The result will be low cost energy efficiency that will lower the carbon impact of your home. For more information visit http://southeastuplift.org/content/diy-weatherization-trainings. To register contact Tim at (503) 232-0010 x313 or email tim at southeastuplift.org . -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ethan at handpdx.org Fri Apr 29 00:04:13 2011 From: ethan at handpdx.org (Ethan Timm) Date: Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:04:13 -0700 Subject: [HANDgreenteam] Fwd: Elementary School Kids Seeking Small Plot to Garden in! In-Reply-To: <51AAC39C-E3B2-4A1A-A723-E4D2C5A8191C@gmail.com> References: <51AAC39C-E3B2-4A1A-A723-E4D2C5A8191C@gmail.com> Message-ID: Hello HAND and FLAG friends- Can you please forward this message along to the HAND folks? Or any other neighbors? This year we will have Abernethy families/stewards signed up to tend garden plots over the summer, and we'll also use them during our summer camp through August. Thanks! Sarah Hello Abernethy neighbors- We are seeking a small plot in the neighborhood for the Abernethy Elementary children to garden in this year. It doesn't have to be huge: a parking strip would be great, or a small plot on the corner of a lot. A public space (outside of a business) would be best, but a private residence could work too. The idea is to empower our 4th and 5th graders to tend a small garden off of the school property because they are, after all, local gardening experts after 5-6 years of class in the garden of wonders! We will focus on food security and environmental stewardship through community gardening during this unit. We'll need permission to bring 2 classes onto the property 1-2 times/week through July. We will grow some crops that can be harvested in the fall (squash, beans, herbs) that won't require much attention, and we'd be happy to give some of the harvest back to whomever donates space. We'll also plant a cover crop for you and some garlic in the fall. Last year we gardened at Hankin Hardware. This year that garden space will be used by Castagna (restaurant). You can stop by Hankin to see garden the kids planted last year. Thanks to our 5th graders for their hard work! Contact: Sarah Sullivan, Abernethy School Kitchen Garden Coordinator Email: gardenofwonderssarah at gmail.com Phone 503-307-5531 Thank you- Sarah Sullivan -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: