My, What a Green Month!

An ever-changing list of our staff picks for upcoming green-themed events, workshops, talks, and outings around the area. 

COMMUNITY DO-GOODING | Thursday, February 16
The Little Dresses for Africa project helps community members turn pillow cases into dresses and spin volunteered time into global generosity. With a bevy of sewing machines stitching away, the goal is to make as many dresses (yes, from pillow cases) as possible and then distribute them to girls in various African nations. Reserve one-hour time slot in advance, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
The Sewcial Lounge (map) 4 - 8 pm
FREE w/ reservation


FILM | Tuesday, February 21
By providing a series of profiles of smart and articulate farmer-activists-including Milwaukee's own Will Allen-the film "Fresh" offers an articulate and smart cinematic essay about how activist-farmers are successfully challenging environmental pollution, corporate food systems and childhood obesity.
Oregon Public Library (map) 6:30 - 8 pm
FREE


BIKE SUMMIT | Tuesday, February 21
With as many speakers as spokes on a bicycle wheel, the 4th annual Bike Fed Bike Summit is the premier convention for bike enthusiasts, or bike-curious-types. A dynamic line-up of speakers on commuting, health, mountain biking, and pretty much everything you can spin a wheel at.
Best Western (map) 10 am - 8 pm
$35 full-day, $25 for evening sessions and reception.


BEES | Saturday, February 25
Perhaps no insect needs our attention right now more than the humble bumble bee. Over the past five years, bee colonies have collapsed throughout North America, putting in jeopardy nothing less than our entire food system. Today's Small-Scale Beekeepers Conference includes keynotes and courses.
Warner Park Community Center (map) 9 am - 4 pm
$60 includes lunch and annual membership


FILM | Tuesday, February 28
Following the Super Size Me model, wherein the director becomes the fearless protagonist (i.e., Super Size Me), director Jeremy Seifert examines America's wasteful food habits by dumpster diving. A messy but illuminating documentary, "Dive" has been touring the circuit of small-scale festivals, and, well, cleaning up awards. Director in attendance for Q&A.
Redamte Coffee House (map) 8 pm
$5 advance ($10 door)