Posted by: Dan Brosemer (odin) on March 20, 2009 at 17:51:14
from the only-one-hour-left dept.
Robert Rattle writes: "THE 11th HOUR - Leonardo Di Caprio's environmental documentary affirms that change is both necessary and possible. View this unsettling and inspiring film at Willowgrove United Church, 55 Tilley Road, Sault Ste. Marie, on Sunday, March 29th at 7pm and stay for a discussion facilitated by Robert Rattle. Refreshments will be served. (No cost) After collaborating on two short films (Global Warning, Water Planet), filmmakers Nadia Conners, Leila Conners Petersen and Leonardo DiCaprio set out to explore the larger story of the human experience on the planet. Seeking out credible voices to speak to the history of the human species, the state of the oceans, land and air, and social, design and political challenges for change, the trio ultimately netted 150 hours of interviews with over 70 scientists, designers, historians and thinkers. Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, this captivating documentary explores the perilous state of our planet, and the means by which we can change our course. Contributing to this crucial film are noted politicians, scientists and other ambassadors for the importance of a universal ecological consciousness. For more information on the film, please see the film website. For more information on action you can take, please see 11thhouraction.com"
Posted by: Dan Brosemer (odin) on March 19, 2009 at 11:30:54
from the kermit-had-it-right dept.
Ursula writes: "Clean North and the Sault Ste Marie Public Library will be presenting "THE STORY OF STUFF", a video documentary by Annie Leonard. The film looks at consumption, money, nature and the environment as it is driven by the global economy. It is a 20 minute fast paced, fact filled look at the underside of our production and consumptive patterns. Following the film, a panel from 5 local organizations will give a brief overview of their part in the recycling or dealing with unwanted "stuff". A Question & Answer session follows. Representation will be present from Value Village, Community Living Ontario, ReStore - Habitat for Humanity, Community Living Algoma, City of Sault Ste Marie Waste Management, and Sault North Waste Management Council. Admission is free, but don't be late since seating is limited."
Where: Downstairs in the Story Room, Main Branch - SSM Public Library (on East St)
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on November 12, 2008 at 17:48:41
from the travelling-show dept.
We wanted to let you in on a wonderful, tasty, piece of news: The Otesha Project's 2009 cycling and performing tours have just been launched!
Check them out here. Learning tours, bilingual tours, one month, two months - the possibilities are endless! If you or someone you know is interested in applying to go on a tour, now is the time.
The Otesha Project is a youth-run organization that uses theatre to mobilize young people to make local and global change through their everyday consumer choices. The cycling and performing tour offers participants the chance to live in a mobile sustainable community while giving performances to high school students and community groups about how to make sustainability a part of everyday life.
Word of mouth is our most effective tool for recruiting cycling tour members.
Tell your neighbors, tell your dentist, tell your school friends and coworkers. Tell the World.
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on March 17, 2008 at 17:09:16
from the what-you-can-do dept.
EARTH DAY - APRIL 22ND, 2008
6:30 pm at the SSM Public Library (downstairs) - 50 East Street. Clean North, in partnership with the SSM Public Library, is hosting the screening of the Canadian movie "Garbage - The Revolution Starts at Home." This is an informative, sometimes disturbing, and even occasionally humorous look at where our trash comes from and where it ends up. Admission is free. A panel discussion after the film will be led by city councilor Steve Butland and city works dept. waste diversion supervisor, Randy Roy.
Clean North will be donating a copy of the Garbage movie to the Sault Ste Marie public library for its DVD collection.
EARTH WEEK - April 20 -26/08
Clean North will post your Earth Week event in our window at 736 Queen Street East. Just call 945-1573 and leave us a message as to what your event/project is and the name of your group/organization. Prize for the most creative and the most significant projects will be copies of the movie "Garbage."
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on September 11, 2007 at 15:22:30
from the get-real-or-get-lost dept.
This notice is your invitation to participate in an exciting dialogue on sustainability on September 20th in Sault Ste. Marie. Mike Nickerson of Ottawa, author of "Life, Money, and Illusion" and a leading thinker in the area of what makes a community and economy sustainable, will be here for a dialogue and book-signing.
Further information can be found at this website. Bring your friends and neighbours!
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on September 12, 2004 at 20:52:35
from the no-bad-cycling-weather dept.
Come Celebrate World Car Free Day, the Grand Finale of the Great Sault Ste Marie Bicycle Treasure Hunt and the Grand Opening of funKtion; the non-motorized trail users meeting room. It's going to be a great party.
Make sure you show up "car free" to be entitled to great door prizes! September 21 6-8 pm In front of Goodlife Fitness Centre.
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on June 20, 2003 at 06:10:34
from the what-will-you-do? dept.
At the Art Gallery of Algoma, June 12 through August 2: Glove Forest, by Amanta Scott and David Tomlinson. This from the AGA newsletter:
Throughout the world people wear gloves for a multitude of reasons. Why, after losing a glove, are we so reluctant to throw away the remaining glove? Virtually everyone has an odd glove languishing away at the back of a closet. Who are we kidding? A lost glove is as likely to reappear as is an extinct species. The artists, therefore, are offering the remaining glove a "mission." Participants are invited to bring a glove, include a message indicating what they will do to protect the environment, place their message in the glove and add it to the exhibit. Just as one raises a hand to pledge one's word of honour, the glove remains as a pledge to protect the earth. The future of this planet is "in our hands." Globally we must "join hands," working together to safeguard our diminishing natural resources; individually we must "raise/lend a hand" to make a difference in the world. Participants are encouraged to write/record their messages both in English and in their native languages.
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on April 29, 2003 at 14:56:45
from the will-it-be-warm? dept.
Join us for the Northwatch Spring Meeting *** May 16-18 *** The Northwatch Spring Meeting on John Island is a place to meet and converse with others who care about this good earth. Take advantage of the beautiful setting of John Island and of the chance to share knowledge and skills with the people gathering there. And take the opportunity to get away for a relaxing family weekend, and to meet with old and new friends.
Advance registration is necessary! REGISTRATION BY MAY 10TH IS REQUIRED!!! Full information below.
Posted by: Kathie Brosemer (kathie) on February 16, 2003 at 22:49:05
from the i'm-too-lazy-to-set-a-department dept.
From the Chronicle-Journal, Thunder Bay. Byline: Carl Clutchey.
Wild thing . . . I think I love you. Especially if you're a sweet Northern Ontario blueberry or a delectable mushroom. That's the thinking behind an aptly named "Wild Things" conference being planned in Greenstone this summer to promote alternative ways of making a living from the region's forests. Full story below.
