[ShareTompkins] Fwd: 40 Reuse Stores Contain Treasures, Rescue Resources, Support Jobs & Save 💰

[Shira Evergreen]

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> From: Get Your GreenBack Tompkins <kwb6 at cornell.edu>
> Subject: 40 Reuse Stores Contain Treasures, Rescue Resources, Support Jobs & Save 💰
> Date: January 24, 2017 10:25:24 AM EST
> To: Shira Evergreen <shiraevergreen at gmail.com>
> Reply-To: Get Your GreenBack Tompkins <kwb6 at cornell.edu>
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> Reuse Entrepreneurs + Shoppers, Volunteer Trainings, Local Jobs, + more
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> Local Reuse Entrepreneurs Make an Impact in Ithaca 
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> Wendy Skinner of SewGreen Ithaca and Kelly Moreland of Mama Goose and Mimi’s Attic are two local entrepreneurs that started reuse stores because of the positive economic, social, and environmental benefits they provide. Read their stories on the GYGB blog and learn about their motivations and experiences running reuse stores in the area. 
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> Interested in finding out more about the over 40 reuse stores in Tompkins County? Visitreusetompkins.com for a directory and brief description of local reuse shops.
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> “If you are creative, you can find so many cool things, starting with the inexpensive and going from there.” Photo by Kelly To.
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> Shopping Secondhand as an Affordable and Fun 'Treasure Hunt' 
> Inspired by attending house auctions with her mother and reading about Pippy Longstockings, a “thing-finder,” Barb Bassette was introduced to the world of secondhand shopping at an early age. 
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> Barb lives in the Town of Ithaca with her husband and two daughters. Having recently retired, she has been able to go secondhand shopping three to four times a week, an activity which she describes as "treasure hunting". Read Barb's full story on the Get Your GreenBack blog. 
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> Volunteer? Training for Master Composters, Seed to Supper, & Energy Navigators
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> 1. Master Composter Training: Join an enthusiastic group committed to promoting responsible composting in Tompkins County. The ten Thursday 6:30-8:30PM classes run from February 9th to April 27th and cover composting and education. More info and applications are available here or contact Adam Michaelides at acm1 at cornell.edu or607-272-2292. The deadline for applications is January 30th.
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> 2. Seed to Supper Training: Passionate about growing your own vegetables? Interested in helping beginning gardeners in your community learn to grow their own food as well? Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County is training volunteer Seed to Supper educators who will teach free gardening classes in their own communities. Volunteer Training will be held at CCE-Tompkins from 6:30-8:30 pm on Wednesdays, beginning February 15th. Click here for more information and to download a volunteer application or contact Chrys Gardener at cab69 at cornell.edu, or call 272-2292 extension 241.  The deadline for volunteer applications is February 10th.
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> 3. Energy Navigators Training: And don't forget about Get Your GreenBack's Energy Navigator program. Volunteer Navigators learn to reduce their own energy use and move towards renewables, and help others do the same. The training will begin in mid-March, dates and times TBD. Click here to learn more about the program and to indicate your interest, and here to learn about the story of one Energy Navigator.
> Community Announcements & Happenings
> City of Ithaca Seeks Sustainability Intern
> This part time position for a student or recent graduate will assist in a variety of projects related to energy and sustainability in the community. Learn more here, application deadline of Jan 25.
> CCE Job Opportunity on Way2Go and Environment Teams  
> Position involves administrative direction, management and support to the Environment Team in their delivery of programs. Apply and learn more on the CCE jobs website.
> Food Policy Council Seeks New Members 
> Interested in advocating for local food production within the Ithaca area? Apply to join the Food Policy Council to help influence local policy on food production. Email tcfoodpolicycouncil at gmail.com for more info. 
> Urban Gardening Networking Session Feb 6th 5:30-8:30PM
> Join the movement to grow food anywhere in Ithaca (even in raised beds over cement!). Free meal provided, open to novice and expert gardeners. Contact Holly Payne atholly at greenstar.coop with questions. Register here. 
> Free Seeds Available at CCE Tompkins 
> A variety of flower, vegetable, and herb seeds are available for free at CCE Tompkins. Learn more about availability and hours that the seeds are accessible on the CCE Tompkins website. 
> Backyard Poultry Workshop Feb 1st, 6:30-8:30PM at CCE
> Class will focus on breeds for egg laying, raising chicks to layers, housing, as well as general care and feeding of birds.Here for more info and to signup.
> 'Cultivating Diverse Leadership' Workshop this Spring 
> This 5 part series from the NLI is intended for members of Tompkins County organizations committed to the work of building inclusive, just and sustainable communities. Click here for more information on dates and times.
> "Before the Flood" Screening - 1/30 @ 6pm 
> The Interfaith Climate Action Network (ICAN) is screening the documentary "Before the Flood", which deals with climate change challenges and solutions. Location: First Baptist Church of Ithaca, 309 N. Cayuga St./Dewitt Park. Dish-to-pass at 6pm; movie begins at 6:30. Contact kwb6 at cornell.edu for more info.
> Questions About Saving Energy? GYGB Offers Personalized Energy Advising
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> Questions about going solar? Want support figuring out what incentives you qualify for to make your home more energy efficient? We can help. Our Energy Advising program provides personalized support by linking you to local resources, including local energy experts, and Energy Navigators. Visit the "Help" page on the GYGB website to fill out a brief form to let us know how we can assist you in your money and carbon-saving goals.
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> You can also pose your question in one of our online community forums and hear directly from community members about the steps they've taken. 
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