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Mar
27
2012

Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs

by Jessica Filed in: DIY, Food Choices, Products & Services, Random Fun Stuff

For those of us who celebrate Easter, we know there can be a hefty environmental impact associated with this spring holiday. The average American spends $116 on Easter candy, gifts, food and decorations - Eggs making up the bulk of these cost. Eggs signify rebirth, and since the 1700's when...

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Feb
15
2012

Community Natural Foods Highlights Local Growers!

by Jessica Filed in: Community Building, Food Choices, Local Business, Products & Services, Shopping

Community Natural Foods is currently working on a series of documentary style videos highlighting some of their amazing local growers and suppliers. The first of this series shines the spotlight on Highwood Crossing - a farm beautifully located between Okotoks and High River with the Highwood River running alongside the land....

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Dec
20
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #12

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services

Need a last minute gift that will make anyone happy? Give the gift of pampering! There is nothing better than a relaxing afternoon at the spa.  Wait, no there is something better; not having to pay for it.  That's right!  Whether guys are buying for their girls, girls for their...

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Dec
16
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #10

by Kate Zago Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

Share the Christmas Spirit with those in Need There are so many great charities and causes out there and if you're giving a donation in the name of a friend or family member for christmas its sometimes hard to decide which one they would choose.  Because we know this is...

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Dec
14
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #8

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services, Random Fun Stuff

Christmas Gift Idea #8 - Skill building for fun. It is very easy to be focused on those skills that we perceive get us further ahead in our careers and networks. Whether it is courses, certificate or seminars, we will pay the money and take the time to keep us...

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Dec
09
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #5

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

Warning: Shameless self-promotion :) Green Calgary's store is smaller than it used to be, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in quality! We have a lot of incredible items that would make wonderful and thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list! Rain Barrels and composters are...

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Dec
07
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #3

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

Buy something beautiful, handmade and truly unique from Etsy.com or one of the many art markets that pop up in Calgary over the holiday season.  Local Art Markets Market Collective – December 10, 11 & 17, 18 (♥ this is one of our favourites!)   Calgary Dollars Market - Monday,...

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Dec
06
2011

The High Price of Materialism

by Jessica Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

An interesting video from The Centre for the New American Dream on the real cost our societies infatuation with materialism has on our selves, our communities, and the world at large.

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Dec
06
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #2

by Jessica Filed in: Food Choices, Products & Services

How wonderful would it be to open a gift filled with 16 weeks of the freshest fruit and veggies you have ever experienced? A share (or half share) in a CSA would make an incredible gift for anyone on your list! Green Calgary is a huge advocate of Community Supported...

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Dec
05
2011

Christmas Gift Idea #1

by Sarah Begg Filed in: Products & Services, Shopping

What is better than enjoying a musical event amongst fans and enthusiasts on a summer’s day?  Simple - getting to go for free.  Calgary Folk Music Festival and Sled Island both have Christmas sales for next year’s events.  If these are not your style, look up your other favourite local...

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