Green Festival Chicago 2011 guide

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May 14-15, 2011 McCormick Place (Lakeside)

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Contents

Welcome...

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Staff Directory

Host Committee Admission Vital Information Partner Thank You Floorplans/Stages Main Stage Fair Trade Pavilion Green Business Pavilion

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Special Programs Music Stage Green Kids’ Zone

Organic Cooking Stage 31 32 Yoga & Movement Pavilion Sierra Club Green Cinema 33 Green Living Stage 34-35 Exhibitor Directory 38-43

institute Green FEstival Institute Board of Directors

Suzanne Hageman

KEVIN DANAHER, PH.d.

Claire Hester

Co-Founder, Global Exchange

Alisa Gravitz Executive Director, Green America

Denise Hamler Green Business Director, Green America

Kirsten Moller Executive Director, Global Exchange green festivals

managing producer & team

Mark Bettis Creative Director

Joe Caristo Greening Engineer

Janine Castaldo

Partner and Sponsor Relations National Logistics Director

lisa jourdan Operations Coordinator

Kristi Koehler National Volunteer and Staff Manager

Georgia Malki CEO and Executive Producer

Jay Owen CIO and Web Development

Joanna Postlethwaite Event Coordinator

Dayna Reggero National PR and Marketing Director

Greg Roberts Greg Roberts Productions, Producer

Chicago PROGRAMMING TEAM National Program Director

Alix Davidson Senior Regional Director

Elizabeth O’Connell Green America

Lora O’Connor Inspired Productions, Assistant Curator

Desiree reece-Wolford Green America Regional directors

June Brashares Alix Davidson Chicago, IL and New York, NY

Zakiya Harris San Francisco Community Catalyst

Ashley Sickles

Kathy Edwards Exhibit Sales and Relations Karen Ferrel

Allison Stapleton

Seattle, WA

Sponsorship Sales

Regional marketing

Exhibit Sales and Relations

Glenn Geffcken Sales Director

Richard Hageman Staff Accountant

Alan Van De Kamp Event Designer

Cindy Warlick Senior Sales and Relations

Hans Wohlgefahrt National Program Director

Jenny Heins

Jenny Heins Seattle Regional Marketing Coordinator

Elsa Jacobson Chicago Regional Marketing Coordinator

Karen Nyhus

Mari Zatman GroupTravel4U.com

SF Regional Marketing Assistant

A special thanks to Earthsite for their services as Web Director from 2002 - June 2010

Program Printing by: Western Web, Inc. www.western-web.net (707) 444-6236 x 7501

Leslie Balog Shannon Biggs Randy Boyes Ashley Cline Malia Everette Adrienne Fitch Frankel Cory Hill Paula Jenkins Antonia Juhasz Pam Montanaro Carleen Pickard Emily Russell TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATIONS

SF Regional Marketing Coordinator

Bryan Ting

Photography by: Anthony Toth-Fejel, Rob Guettler, Denise Hamler and Mark Bettis

Dana Christianson molly rubin Russell Gaskin Becky Keyes Linda Carpenter Andrew Korfhage Todd Larsen Nora Marsh Fran Teplitz Deanna Tilden Global Exchange

San Francisco, CA

GF Store, Bookstore Manager

PR Coordinator

Membership Team Green America

Hans Wohlgefahrt

Special Thanks !

Josh Alper David Arfa Elliot Bennett Mimi Clayton Noah Creage r Revin Fellow s Sharon Flaten Renee Gabbe tt Merly S. Grené e Dennis Jose Suzanne Kee rs George Kolla r Ed Kugler Julia Lindholm

Sarah Loving er James Pirova no Alesha Reard on Dennis Salaza r Leanne Stasiu k Jim Stephens Bill Tanner Jeff Toth Nancy Zook Green Festival Street Team

Volunteers Green Festival Non-Profit Allies

MAY 2011 Published Annually FREE Green America 1612 K Street NW Suite 600 Washington, DC 20006

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Nature’s Path Organic.

Eat well. Do good. www.naturespath.com

Chicago Host Committee Gerri Alger Bianca Alexander Joshua Alper Mona Alshorah Ashley Anderson Christine Armand Veronica I. Arreola Sharon Authier Meghan Bhatia Valerie Balciak Nancy Balogh Fran Barrett David Aaron Bash Nanette Bell Pamela Bergdall Deeta Bernstein Leslie Blanchard KathleenBoyle Tina Branyon-Ross Alexandra Briguglio Marco Bustillos Carole Caplan Matt Cardoni Linda Clarke Mimi Clayton Ken Cluskyy Sharon Cody Anna Costanza Frank J. Costanza Rachel Costanza Ana Cots Chad Curry Lauren Daniel Naomi Davis Dona Denson Chris Eaves Nore Eccleston Naomi Echeandia Charles Engel Carly Evans Leah Everwine Revin Fellows Sharon Flaten

Matthew Fox Leslie Freeman Marilyn Fried Alice Furumoto-Dawson Ana Garcia- Doyle Cecilia Gamba Debbie Gehl Jaye Gipson Alix Gnoske Erin Griffin Holly Haddad Jenna Hadle Mark Haeseler D’Ana Hamilton Derrick Harris Kimberly Haynes Tiye Hayes Eric Heineman Audrey Henderson Andres Hernandez Laura Estrella Herrera Sexton Kelsey Horton Erlene Howard Steven Hult Amy Hussain Peter Irie Alexandra Jamroz Matt Janes Cory Jones Michael Jones PK Johnson Dennis A. Jose Lydia Kanthak Meg Karydes Bonita Kindle Michael Kipley Beth Kirshenberg George Kollar Adrienne Sioux Richard Kosmacher Jill Krysinski Mary Krystinak Kasia Koziol

Ken Kuchar Ed Kugler Jessica Kuter Erin Lamparter Jenn Lassa Sheila Lee Leah Lenardic Sarah Lovinger Martin Macias Jr Lisa Marie Madrid Peggy Malecki Deanna McMillan Dalila Mendez Terese Messman Elizabeth-Lulu Miranda Patricia Moore Qae-Dah Muhammad Rachel Neuman Christine Nyholm Lynn Olson Lester Palmiano Matt Pawlicki Melissa Petty Gail Philbin Carol Philips Donielle Philpott Katie Pichette Michael Piskur Linda Pitts Rebecca Pollock Diane Ponder Diane Quaadman Xristina Rahn Lynn Reidl Donna Rice Sarah Rolfes Bob Rosenstein Lesley Roth John Sacelli Licia Sahagun Dennis Salazar Jessica Sanchez Kim Seay

Sean Sheridan Steve Sherman Melissa Reesh Christopher Donshale Simms Judy Smith Moleska Smith Mike Staffeldt Carol Stark Shaundra Stephansen-Martin Mike Steiff Jill Stites Linda Szarkowski Mike Tancredi Mary Toranzo Cecilia Ungari Robert Vagnieres Jr. Steve Vinezeano Sheela Vishwanath Yvonne Washington Cheryl Watson Donald Weiland Johanna Navari Welch Dr. Wanona Wellspring, DN Mark Williams Jennifer Wise Wanda Wright Carl Zeid

Thank You...

for your hard work on behalf of the Chicago Green Festival!

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Admission

Reserve your tickets online and get discount admission at GreenFestivals.org OR purchase your tickets at the door the day of the event.

When you purchase tickets, you’ll receive back ‘GF Bucks’ for shopping and dining with Green Festival’s 300 unique exhibitors.

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Make positive change to receive your free ticket to Green Festival with ‘Pay it Forward, Get it Back.’

Engage with a non-profit ally to receive free admission. Find details at GreenFestivals.org.

What is ‘ Pay it F orward, Get it Back’ ?

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Other Admissions Options...

 Green Festival volunteers get in free  Youth under 18 get in free  Students, seniors, cyclists and

public transit riders get a discount  Government employees with ID get in free

Visit your Chicago area Ford dealership for complimentary tickets

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Green America Members get in free

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Global Exchange Members get in free

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Sierra Club Members get in free (Must show membership card)

Vital Information Included with entry:

event greening

✔ 12 stages with over 125 visionary speakers that center on the many aspects of sustainable economy, ecological balance and social justice

Our amazing crew of staff and volunteers work hard to make Green Festival sustainable…..

✔ Access to more than 300 green exhibitors for the ultimate green shopping experience ✔ Music Stage with live local acts ✔ Kids’ Zone that features family-oriented activities and entertainment ✔ Organic food and drink ✔ Organic beer and wine ✔ Sierra Club Green Cinema ✔ Yoga & Movement Classes

✔ Diverting thousands of pounds of waste per event from landfills ✔ Recovering valuable materials ✔ Educating attendees about eco-friendly alternatives, composting and landfill diversion WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? ✔ Last year the 2010 Chicago Green Festival had a 94% resource recovery rate ✔ Only 2,520 lbs went to the landfill

BICYCLE

PUBLIC TRANSIT CTA Bus

RESOURCE RECOVERY PARTNER Stop by the Ford Pavilion to learn more about Ford’s current and future green vehicle lineup

Frequent bus service is available to McCormick Place with connections to the red, brown, blue, green, pink and orange lines. Information: (312) 836-7000 or www.transitchicago.com.

Metra Train Metra commuter rail is a convenient travel alternative. For Metra fare and schedule Information: (312) 836-7000.

For information about public transit to the festival please visit the McCormick Place Transportation page at:

Get the full vehicle experience by test driving one of Ford’s new hybrid and electric vehicles right at Green Festival

ATTENDEES GIVE GREEN FESTIVAL OR ITS DESIGNEE PERMISSION TO USE THEIR VOICE, IMAGE OR LIKENESS AS IT APPEARS IN ANY PHOTOGRAPHIC OR AUDIO RECORDING IN ANY MANNER, IN ALL MEDIA, IN PERPETUITY. GREEN FESTIVAL IS A TRADEMARK OF GREEN FESTIVALS, INC.

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LODGING Special Group Rates Visit the Lodging page on our website:

SHOW HOURS: Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm

questions? (800) 746-FEST

mccormickplace.com/visitors/transp.html

GreenFestivals.org/chi/lodging

Offering books by festival speakers and much more.

Author Signings on Saturday & Sunday Amy Goodman, Colin Beavan (aka No Impact Man), Josh Kilmer-Purcell, John Perkins and many more!

Transit Park your bike at the complimentary Green Festival Bike Valet and receive $5 off admission fee.

Bike Valet is at Gate 38/Room 271

Visit and Shop at Green Festival’s Official Bookstore Provided by Women and Children First

Scan with Smart Phone for all the up-to-date Green Festival News!

To request or reserve a sign language interpreter for a specific session during Green Festival, please visit the ASL/English interpretation desk at the registration area.

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Sponsor of Green Festival after-party Products from Hemp Seed, without herbicides or pesticides Earth Friendly Paper Goods Company Explore the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere The number one producer of organic cereals in North America Sponsors challenged individuals through art The second largest public transportation system in North America The worlds #1 source for Acai Shop as Independently as You Think

greenbash.com manitobaharvest.com marcalsmallsteps.com msichicago.org naturespath.com projectonward.org rtachicago.com sambazon.com womenandchildrenfirst.com

OFFICIAL GREEN FESTIVAL AFTER CONCERTS & PARTIES

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Clear Channel Chicago 4003, 4005 Serving local communities across the U.S. Conscious Living TV 2008, 2010 Creating a more just and sustainable world using the power of media Democracy Now! 5002 Independent, investigative news hour which airs daily Mindful Metropolis 2006 Supporting healthy and eco-friendly lifestyles in the Chicago area Mother Earth News 4004, 3003 The Original Guide to Living Wisely Natural Awakenings Chicago 1011 Health, healing, inner growth and earth-friendly living Natural Health 3005 Helping readers feel good and look good Natural Home 4004, 3003 Green living with quality and style Natural Solutions 2004 Natural Solutions: the leading consumer healthy-living magazine NBC 5 Chicago 2008, 2010 Ode Magazine Ode, the Magazine to change your world Sierra Club 1003 Working together to protect our communities and the planet The Chicago Reporter 3005 Investigating race and poverty in metropolitan Chicago The Herb Companion 4004, 3003 Being well the natural way The Nation 1005 Weekly magazine of news, politics, culture + arts The Organic & Non-GMO Report Information for a safe, healthy food supply TreeHugger 2005 TreeHugger is dedicated to driving sustainability Utne Magazine 4004, 3003 Provokes thought, inspires action WCPT 1009 WCPT AM and FM Chicago’s Progressive Talk

clearchannel.com consciouslivingtv.com democracynow.org mindfulmetropolis.com motherearthnews.com MileHighNaturalAwakenings.com naturalhealthmag.com naturalhomeandgarden.com naturalsolutionsmag.com NBCChicago.com odemagazine.com sierraclub.org chicagoreporter.com herbcompanion.com thenation.com non-gmoreport.com treehugger.com utne.com chicagoprogressivetalk.com

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Ford Motor is a global automotive leader ford.com Grant awarded to individual or organization that improves quality of life or environment in local community New York Times Covers Breaking Environmental News nytimes.com Green Festival Corporate Innovators are companies that are moving toward social and environmental responsibility. Businesses can participate after passing a rigorous review process conducted by Green America’s Corporate Responsibility Program, and demonstrating they have made significant social and environmental commitments and innovations in their particular area of business.

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Our Journey

Toward Sustainability

TREAD LIGHT. TREAD LONG. At Clif Bar & Company, we aspire to be a sustainable food company. This means working to understand the impact of everything we do – from the farmers’ field to our final products.

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Please join us on the road to sustainability.

e g a t S n i a M

Visit the Main Stage to meet and listen to amazing keynote speakers; nationally and internationally-renowned authors, public figures, activists, movement leaders and cultural icons. Topics cover all aspects of Green Festival.

Saturday, 3:30PM Rev. Lennox Yearwood, Jr. Green Mojo: How the Green Movement Can Get It Back, and Keep It In the Future

Saturday 12 noon Amy and the Ananda Bliss Tribe Opening Musical Performance Rockin’ Kirtan band bringing the best of traditional Sanskrit chants and Native American songs with upbeat tuning. Kirtan is calling out to God deep within our soul. Feel the Divine seated in your heart, that every name sung is ringing with divine potencies, and all habitual limiting thoughts and patterns are burnt by the power of Kirtan. The mind fills with purity, and the veil of ignorance is torn down.

Climate deniers are regaining momentum, and we are losing traction on the most basic elements of climate science. The green economy movement breathed new life into our climate fight, but with little progress on green job creation on a large scale, we are losing some of our new recruits to the struggle.

To win, the green movement must further grow as a global, multiracial, cross-class force across the world.

Saturday, 12:30PM Colin Beavan (aka No Impact Man) How to Live: Help the World by Becoming Yourself We constantly hear how we should “sacrifice” and deprive ourselves to save the planet. What if we are already deprived? What if there is a better life waiting for us that helps the world? Frederick Buechner wrote: “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” Colin Beavan aka No Impact Man talks about this intersection in his own life, and how you can find it too.

Saturday, 2pm John Perkins 2012 Prophecy: Radical Global Change After WWII, history’s first truly global empire emerged—perhaps surprisingly through the consolidation of economic, as much as military, power. Now we find ourselves catapulted toward a future that appears catastrophic; however, in John Perkins’s view, this time also offers opportunities for systemic change toward a sustainable and just economic order. We have entered a new era, one prophesized by Indigenous cultures around the world.

Denotes Book Signing immediately following speaker event. All Book Signings occur at the Book Store unless otherwise noted.

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Saturday, 5pm Jeffrey Smith Don’t Put That In Your Mouth The American Academy of Environmental Medicine now urges all doctors to prescribe diets without any genetically modified foods. Find out about the serious health dangers of GMOs, and how scientists who discovered them were fired, gagged and threatened. Learn how to avoid GMOs, and most importantly, find out how we can eliminate GMOs from our food supply—quickly.

sunday sunday, 12noon Amy Goodman Democracy Now! Award-winning journalist Amy Goodman breaks through corporate media lies, sound-bites and silence with passionate reporting as host of Democracy Now! Her latest bestseller “Breaking the Sound Barrier”, proves the power of independent journalism in the struggle for a better world.

From community organizations in New Orleans, to those struggling to survive in Haiti, Goodman illuminates ordinary people who are standing up and speaking out. Goodman is the author of four New York Times bestsellers.

sunday, 1pm Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Dr. Brent Ridge The Fabulous Beekman Boys The Bucolic Plague: How Two Manhattanites Became Gentlemen Farmers- An Unconventional Memoir tells the story of how Josh Kilmer-Purcell and his partner, Dr. Brent Ridge, a physician and former vice president at Martha Stewart Omnimedia, stumble upon the Beekman Mansion, a gorgeous 19th century farmhouse in Sharon Springs, New York that had been empty for four years. Embracing the “can do” ethos of their twin heroes (Martha and Oprah), the couple embarks on an unforgettable adventure of bringing a dormant farm back to life—while trying to maintain their sanity and their relationship.

sunday, 2pm L. Hunter Lovins Climate Capitalism: The Business Case for Protecting the Climate A worldwide recognized leader in helping companies and communities profit from more sustainable practices, Hunter Lovins has authored and co-authored numerous books, including: Brittle Power (1982), Energy Unbound (1986), Factor Four—Doubling Wealth, Halving Resource Use (1997), Green Development (1998), Natural Capitalism (1999), and hundreds of papers and articles. She was named as a Time magazine Hero for the Planet in 2000, and a Newsweek Green Business Icon in 2008.

sunday, 3pm Dr. Sharif Abdullah 12 Global Solutions: A Visionary Blueprint For Our Turbulent Times We are in deep trouble. We live in a soul-starved society. The only way out of our present mess is through a radical re-thinking of the systems and structures of our toxic society. We must stop clinging to the status quo and engage our hearts in deep visionary work. In this cutting-edge presentation, Sharif Abdullah presents 12 visions for a healing, awakened, sustainable planet.

sunday, 4pm Dr. Devra Davis Cell Phones: The Hidden Truth Recent scientific studies find that just 50 minutes of cell phone use produces significant changes in brain metabolism and significantly reduces sperm count. Public policies in the U.S. on cell phones do not yet incorporate this new science, although a number of other nations have advanced precautionary policies that reflect these new findings.

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Many of the products we purchase on a regular basis come from thousands of miles away and affect a countless number of people along the supply chain. Fair Trade is a type of commerce that focuses on producer empowerment, equality and economic development. Visit the Fair Trade Pavilion to learn how to use your spending power for good!

Saturday, 11:30am David Meyers and Eric Rodriguez (Cafe Chicago) Connecting Fair Trade to Immigrant Communities in the US Café Chicago is a worker-made, worker-owned and worker-operated cooperative that roasts, packages and distributes great tasting, Fair Trade, organic coffee in the Chicago area. On top of all that, The Chicago Cafe has teamed up with the Latino Union to create jobs for hispanic immigrants. Come learn how you can sip for change around the world and in your own community at the same time.

Saturday, 12:30pm Jennifer Moran (Greenola) Fair Trade: It’s More Than Charity Unlike much of the foreign aid that the United States sends to impoverished countries, Fair Trade works to lift communities out of poverty for the long term. Learn how “good business” can mean more than charity and how Fair Trade impacts the people around the world.

Saturday, 1:30PM Maureen Dunn (Mata Traders), Lia Valerio (Malia Designs), Rich Cohen (Distant Village) So You Want to Be a Fair Trade Entrepreneur?

Join three local Fair Trade entrepreneurs to learn how they built businesses from the ground up, with a constant focus on social justice. Panelists will share their own experiences of launching a Fair Trade business, what it takes to be successful, and allow plenty of time for Q & A.

Saturday, 3:30PM Rachel Taber (Alta Gracia) Alta Gracia: Bringing Living-Wage, Union-Made Apparel to the Mainstream Alta Gracia is more than just a clothing line. It’s a workplace in the Dominican Republic that pays a living wage, provides good working conditions and hope for a better life. Alta Gracia apparel is now available on 350 college campuses. Come learn how how this trailblazing brand is changing the apparel industry, and engaging students across the country.

Saturday, 4:30PM Angela Walker (Global Exchange) Rachel Taber (Northwest Chocolate Show)

Film Screening: The Dark Side of Chocolate This 2010 documentary exposes the ongoing use of child, forced and trafficked labor in the West African cocoa industry. Following the film, there will be a discussion about the issues and how Fair Trade can make a difference. Also, you’ll learn how you can take action by joining the Raise the Bar, Hershey Campaign.

Congratulations Chicago for becoming America’s Largest Fair Trade City!

Saturday, 2:30PM Nancy Jones (Chicago Fair Trade), Ervin Lopez (Chicago Fair Trade) Celebrate Chicago: America’s Largest Fair Trade City Cities in the U.S. are using the Fair Trade Towns model from Europe to help spread the word about Fair Trade. Celebrate World Fair Trade day and hear how Chicago Fair Trade achieved the five goals of Fair Trade Towns to become America’s largest Fair Trade city.

The Fair Trade Pavilion is produced by Green America’s Fair Trade Program

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Ryan Zinn (Fair World Project) Unpacking Fair Trade Labels and Standards

Amanda White (Divine Chocolate) Women’s Empowerment Through Fair Trade

As the green trend grows, it can be challenging for consumers to keep up with all the labels for different products. The Fair World Project was launched by the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) in 2010 to promote Fair Trade in commerce, especially in organic production systems, and to protect the term “Fair Trade” from dilution and misuse for mere PR purposes, as conscious consumers expand the market for fairly traded products. Come deepen your understanding of the Fair Trade system.

An oft-cited aim of Fair Trade is the empowerment of women through democratic representation, a stable source of income and access to training and education. Learn why Kuapa Kokoo, the farmers cooperative in Ghana that supplies the cocoa for Divine Chocolate, has put women’s empowerment at the top of its agenda and what empowerment means for the Fair Trade movement.

sunday, 12:30pm Jeff Goldman (Fair Trade Resource Network) State of Fair Trade: Where Has the Movement Gotten Us Today?

What has Fair Trade achieved for producers? What are today’s major organizations, labels, opportunities and challenges? Get the big picture of Fair Trade in over 60 countries with Jeff Goldman of the Fair Trade Resource Network.

sunday, 1:30PM Megy Karydes (World Shoppe) Are you In? How to Give Good Tweet to Promote Fair Trade Facebook, Twitter and blogs are changing the way we communicate with our constituents. While some may view these social media tools as yet another thing on their “to-do” list, the reality is that they are rich and robust resources allowing us to actively engage and interact. We will cover the basics of the most used social networking sites: Facebook and Twitter. We will discuss ways in which we can engage our constituents by using these sites, what type of information to include, and how to encourage viral distribution of our message.

sunday, 2:30PM Alice Grau (Global Mamas) Fair Trade Fashion: Wear the Change!

The clothing we choose to wear has an effect far beyond covering our bodies from the elements. Each piece has a story to tell and Fair Trade producers seek to make that story an enriching one about the amazing people behind its production. Join Alice Grau of Global Mamas to learn how Fair Trade fashion is growing and how to play an active role in this growth.

World fair trade day!

Celebrate World Fair Trade Day with us on May 14th! Stop by the Fair Trade Pavilion to join the celebration.

Programs subject to change; for the most up-to-date information visit: greenfestivals.org

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Green Business Pavilion

saturday, 5pm Keaty Gross (Green America) Green America Exchange (GAEx): B2B Tool for the New Economy

The Green Business Network offers business workshops and peer-to-peer networking on marketing, financing and social media. Whether you are an established green business or just starting your sustainability journey – you’ll get the answers here!

Join us for a fast-paced, interactive demonstration of the Green America Exchange (GAEx). Watch and learn as GAEx members trade for services and products without spending cash. Network with fellow green businesses and put GAEx to work for your company. This B2B barter system helps support a strong green economy by connecting sustainable businesses.

Saturday, 1pm Bianca Alexander, Esq. (Conscious Living TV), Michael Alexander (Conscious Living TV), James Faber (Mindful Metropolis) and Maya Henderson (Vital Juice Chicago) Conscious Media Revolution This panel examines how the green revolution is changing the face of traditional media, and showcases some of the pioneers in Chicago’s green media movement who are helping to shape a more just and sustainable world.

Saturday, 2pm Dennis Salazar (Salazar Packaging) and Frank Locantore (Green America’s Better Paper Project) How to Green Your Business: Step by Step from Paper Use to Packaging Learn how to reduce your paper usage and how to reduce your carbon footprint. Save money by reducing excess packaging, and gain a competitive edge while avoiding common pitfalls. This presentation will feature paper, packaging choices and innovations that build sustainability into your business model.

Saturday, 3PM Jill Palermo (We Add Up) Creating Change One Action at a Time: The Inspirational Story of We Add Up Jill Palermo, co-founder of We Add Up, will share her journey of taking the belief that everyone can do something and turning it into a thriving business. Join Jill as she recounts some of her mistakes, challenges and goals for the future.

Saturday, 4PM Eric Landen (Landen Consulting) Your Company’s Path to Sustainability A tour of the essential elements required to be a sustainable company in today’s business environment where ecology and economics are merging. Join Eric Landen to discuss a sustainability management framework that any aspiring green company can use. For companies further along in their sustainability journey, he will preview emerging developments on the leading edge of environmental business strategy.

The Green Business Pavilion is produced by the Green Business Network at Green America. To learn more visit GreenBusinessNetwork.org.

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sunday Sunday, 1pm Hadassah Hickman (New Equity Business) Breaking Through the Barriers of Small Business Finance If you’ve ever struggled to secure the capital necessary to fulfill orders, buy equipment or make payroll, you know that cash flow remains a perpetual challenge. Learn how to prepare and position your business for a loan, alternative methods of financing and how small businesses can use them to improve their cash position and identify public financing incentives.

Sunday, 2pm Rob Coleman and Allison Manley (Rogue Element) Don’t Make it Pretty, Make it Work: How to Make Branding and Marketing Effective For Your Business Your brand is not just about choosing the prettiest logo or coolest colors. Rob Coleman and Allison Manley of Rogue Element will speak about how to use design, based in effective brand strategy, in order to build customer loyalty and help your bottom line. They will discuss common mistakes, and how to make your branding as effective as possible within your budget.

Sunday, 3pm Linette George (Get Organized by George) The Mysterious Black Hole Effect: Take Back Your Desk Has your workday become consumed by finding important documents that have been swallowed by your desk?

Join Linette George, CPO®, founder of Get Organized

by George, Inc. as she gives tips for the overwhelmed eco-prenuer. Learn how to get more done, in less time and with less stress.

Sunday, 4pm Eric Henry (TS Designs) Creative Employee Benefits: Sustaining Your Most Important Asset Join Eric Henry, President and co-owner of T.S. Designs, to hear about the company’s innovative approach to addressing employee needs. For the past three years, T.S. Designs has offered an employee garden that gives staff access to healthy, locally-grown food. This creative benefit looks at the triplebottom line of health, community and finance.

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Support sustainable local networks and meet local activists and youth leaders who are transforming our communities. We will explore the opportunities and solutions in our neighborhoods, including job creation, social enterprise and building community alliances.

This is the place to activate, engage, organize and meet new friends!

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Shannon Biggs (Global Exchange) Organizing for Community and Nature’s Rights

Sarah Lovinger, MD (Chicago Physicians for Social Responsibility), Dilgeet Singh, MD, Steve Whitman, MD (Sinai Urban Health Institute), Vanessa Beck, MSW Health Care Justice in Chicago

From gas drilling to toxic dumping in our communities, who decides what’s right— corporations or citizens? Why do our laws recognize nature as property for exploitation rather an ecosystem with the right to thrive? Communities across the US are using a cutting-edge strategy to challenge corporate power by passing laws that elevate citizen’s rights and the rights of nature over corporate interests.

Rising healthcare costs and declining healthcare budgets are a significant concern in the current political climate. This panel will discuss which population sectors are suffering and why, offer suggestions about how we can meet our healthcare needs with the money we have, and observe the political landscape. Dr. Whitman will sign copies of his book Urban Health: Combating Disparities with Local Data after the panel discussion.

Saturday, 1:30PM Louise Cloutier (Voice Born), Peter Kime (Human Radiance), Sharyl Noday (Silent Healer), John Sacelli (Angel Lynx Oracle) Meta Green: Grounding the In-Vironment It is not enough to ‘love the world’ unless our love leads us to right action, and we become spiritual warriors who apply collective energy to the purposes of the higher (truth, wisdom, oneness).

Standing together always builds community, and the strength lies in togetherness.

Saturday, 2:30PM Jamal Ali Black and Green: Black Insights for the Green Movement Join Jamal Ali for a discussion on creating messages and creating a movement that reaches more people and serves our diverse communities. Ali will highlight the role that black leaders like Majora Carter, Van Jones, Johari Cole-Kweli, Shai Agassi and Naomi Davis have played, and look at what the future holds in creating a socially just environmental movement.

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sunday Sunday, 11:30am Sharon Smith (Brower Youth Awards) The Young Activist’s Guide to Building a Green Movement Some of the world’s most inspiring and effective green leaders aren’t even old enough to vote! Join Sharon Smith to learn clear and effective strategies for getting organized, taking action and making change that matters. Smith will also sign her new book, The Young Activist’s Guide to Building a Green Movement and Changing the World after her presentation.

Sunday, 12:30pm Suzanne Carlson (Chicago Public Schools), Eric Heineman (Office of Governor Pat Quinn), Doug Widener (U.S. Green Building Council – Chicago Chapter)

What Comes Next: Pushing Forward Green Efforts In Illinois’ Existing Schools Illinois has a massive school system. As a result, green schools around the state must create a common standard. What kind of money is available from the state for greening efforts? Experts will delve into the challenges, successes, failures and lessons learned in advocating for and implementing green programs in schools on a statewide scale.

Sunday, 1:30pm Audrey Henderson (Knowledge Empowerment) Affordable Housing and the Urban Future For the first time in history, the majority of humanity resides in and around cities. Join us for a discussion on challenges for the immediate and ongoing future as we consider the equally compelling needs of affordable housing and sustainability-oriented urban planning for all residents and brainstorm means to reconcile the two into a single workable solution.

Sunday, 2:30pm Emanuel Kuntzelman (Center for Cultural Exchange), An’drea “Angie” Powell (Chicago Fair Trade), Katie O’Connor (US Peace Corps) How Cultural Understanding Makes World Peace Possible Join this discussion with leaders in the cultural exchange industry as they share how cultural understanding contributes to world peace in their work.

This presentation will cover in-country development; facilitating academic cultural exchange programs; Fair Trade; the larger scope of social transformation and contributions to global peace.

Sunday, 3:30pm Alexis Baden-Meyer (Organic Consumers Association), Cassie Green (Green Grocer Chicago)

Millions Against Monsanto: Anti-GMO Strategy Session Take part in this strategy session to take action in response to new, unlabeled genetically modified organisms (GMOs). GMOs are already in our food supply, increasing the use of dangerous farm chemicals; contaminating organic crops; and damaging human, animal, plant and soil health with novel diseases and allergens. We’ll hatch real-life, anti-GMO action ideas to take out of Green Festival and into the streets.

Denotes Book Signing immediately following speaker event. All Book Signings occur at the Book Store unless otherwise noted.

garden Organic Beer & Wine Pavilion offers 4 samples for $5

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Interested in finding out how to DIY? Workshops and demonstrations show you how to have fun while becoming more self-sufficient and sustainable. Learn about green home design, building materials and clean energy.

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Gail Philbin (CNT Energy) Save a Fortune with Energy Efficiency in Your Home

Katherine Darnstadt (Architecture for Humanity Chicago) Design Activism and Social Equity in Chicago Architecture for Humanity Chicago seeks architectural solutions to humanitarian issues and brings design services to communities in need. Working collaboratively with community partners we use design as a tool to empower our partners to build a more just and sustainable future. The presentation will focus on projects that have impacted Chicago communities and provided innovative solutions to food deserts, vacant spaces and renovation of existing spaces.

Learn how you can save green while being green in your home! This workshop will show you practical ways to reduce your home energy consumption and lower your costs. The tips you’ll learn will help you create a more comfortable home and reduce your environmental footprint while saving you money on energy bills, transportation costs and other household expenses.

Saturday, 12:30pm Lyle Harrison (Mercury Wind Energy) What is the Future Energy Answer for Chicago Area Citizens?

Saturday, 4:30pm

German Chancellor Angela Merkel reflects on the role of nuclear power in Europe: “Fukushima made it clear to me that we can’t continue as before.” Overheard on the platform while waiting for the ‘L’ at the Cermak - Chinatown, “my, it’s really blowing today.” Get the latest on Chicago’s local (and plentiful!) source of clean energy from the founder of Mercury Wind Energy at this invigorating discussion.

Flying in your workforce from out of town ain’t in the sustainability plan. Learn how to build a strong, local green economy with policies such as local hire.

Danaher will also highlight the importance of inclusion as well as ensuring the health and welfare of all of the diverse members of our community.

Saturday, 1:30pm J. “EVJerry” Asher (Electric Vehicle Association of the Greater Washington, DC) Plugging All Around America...In the “Spirit” and On the Cheap!

Plugging All Around America’ is sharing the EVducational story of a Prius converted to a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), called the “Spirit of DC,” which traveled to 48 State Capitals, became the first “All American” PHEV and demonstrated 101 MPG for a greener, cleaner, more sustainable America using cheap, homegrown American electrons!

Saturday, 2:30PM Lisa Albrecht (Solar Service for kids) Solar Energy – From Caveman to Spaceman Bring your kids to this interactive and fun presentation on the basics of solar energy and how it has evolved throughout history. She will also demonstrate how the planet uses energy from the sun every day. This session is ideal for children from 1st – 5th grade.

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Kevin Danaher (Global Exchange) Building the Local Green Economy

sunday Sunday, 12:30pm Kevin Polka (Paragon Mechanical, Inc.) Green Heating, Cooling and Ventilation Learn about your home’s heating, cooling and hot water system. This class will educate you about replacing your current system or building a new one.

The discussion will include the importance of the size of the system and the various options for increased efficiency and improved comfort.

Sunday, 1:30pm Mario Machnicki (American Lime Technology) Hemcrete, Carbon-Negative Building Material The hemp-lime combination is producing building envelopes that are extremely thermally efficient; breathable, fire-resistant and free of toxic chemicals and additives. This presentation will include a case study that explores the design and construction of 47,300 ft2 building that has the ability to maintain a steady temperature of 52-55 degrees Fahrenheit without an active heating or cooling system.

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Special Programs...

Sunday, 2:30pm Brandon Leavitt (Solar Service) From Garage to Gargantuan: A Solar Project of Every Size Under the Sun Come to a presentation that will leave you feeling sunny; solar energy makes the Midwest shine! We’ll hear from a solar veteran and celebrate his 22 years of installing solar panels/arrays and spreading the word. Solar energy’s ability to power projects large and small is one of it’s greatest assets and we’ll cover a full range of solar power possibilities, from farm to factory.

Sunday, 3:30pm Carole Caplan Environmentally Engaged Community: One Jewish Leader’s Journey to LEED Platinum Why build a place to worship green? The Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation of Evanston was the first LEED Platinum house of worship in the world and Caplan lead the process. If individual stories empower others to see themselves as able participants in the very important work of environmental stewardship, then how do our places of prayer empower us? Come on out for great story and some real answers!

Sunday, 4:30pm Patrick G. Hoernig (Hollaway Meyers Inc.) The Financial Incentives and Environmental Advantages of Geothermal Heating, Cooling and Domestic Hot Water Works Learn how a geothermal system works along with a description of the installation process, how to size the system and the proper type of loop field and systems available. Additionally, learn about the benefits that a geothermal system will provide, operating cost savings, home comfort, financial incentives and environmental impact.

Community Green Grant Ford is sponsoring a $5,000 Community Green Grant to be awarded at Green Festival to an individual or organization with the most actionable, innovative and sustainable idea to improve the environment or quality of life in their local community.

Vote for your favorite nominee on Saturday or Sunday, May 14th-15th, at the FORD Pavilion!

On Sunday May 15th, at 3:30 pm, head to the Ford Pavilion and join Ford Director of Sustainable Business Strategies, John Viera; Green America Executive Director Alisa Gravitz; and Global Exchange Founder Kevin Danaher for a special presentation as they announce and celebrate the winner of the Community Green Grant!

NEW LIFE FOR OLD BAGS! Take a break and come on over to the Community Action Pavilion and make a mat for a homeless person!

New Life for Old Bags brings together senior citizens, upcycling and service to those who need it most. Learn how to transform old plastic bags (bring some) into mats that homeless people around Chicago use to stay warmer and dry. (will be open same time as festival hours)

Green Festivals is honored to host Blacks in Green at the Chicago Green Festival!

Naomi Davis, founder and president will share the BIG story at 11:30am on Saturday in the Sustainable Home and Garden Pavilion Presenting BIG’s 8 Principles of Green Village Building; speakers on the hour on Sunday! Featured topics and organizations include:

 Community Wealth with Action Chicago  Energy & Transportation with the Center for Neighborhood Technology

 Shopping & Waste with Local First Chicago  Homes & Gardens with The Renaissance Collaborative  Culture & Communication with Deeply Rooted Productions  Organizing & Planning with Little Village Environmental

Justice Organization

 Hubs & Enterprises with Praxis Marketplace and

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Get your party started or keep it going with awesome beats and tunes at the Music Stage. Move and groove with performances from talented artists to keep you entertained all weekend!

Saturday, 1pm Grateful Gary As a former member of a nationally-touring Grateful Dead tribute band (from St. Louis), The Schwag, ‘Grateful Gary’ is a solo acoustic guitarist/singer who plays Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, Stephen Stills, Beatles.

Saturday, 2pm River Rising River Rising is a Chicago-based acoustic duo. Megan Deiger and Tim Hazen deliver beautiful lyrics with rich harmonies and soulful voices, accompanied by guitar, banjo and ukulele.

Saturday, 3PM Manic Lane

Grateful Gary

Original acoustic folk rock with a pop sound. Every song is unique.

Saturday, 4PM

River Rising

The Scott and James Duo Uptempo acoustic rock, blending equal parts musical merriment and general tomfoolery. They play songs you know, songs you don’t know, and all the songs you should know.

Sunday, 12pm Amy and the Ananda Bliss Tribe Kirtan Fusion is a joyous celebration in music of Sanskrit hymns with regular English words. The repetition of the mantras creates a relaxed state in the mind which is both peaceful and joyous. Kirtan can be seen as a bridge between our outer and inner selves and an expression of our desire to know and love God within.

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Sunday, 1pm Grateful Gary

The Scott and James Duo

As a former member of a nationally-touring Grateful Dead tribute band (from St. Louis), The Schwag, ‘Grateful Gary’ is a solo acoustic guitarist/singer who plays Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, Stephen Stills, Beatles.

Sunday, 2pm Robert Mcleod Robert Mcleod plays traditional Irish fiddle music. Using phrasing and ornamentation, he expands upon traditional notated tunes, so each is a unique riff.

Sunday, 3pm Belmondos Wood, wire and wind with urban static. Influences include rock, indie, folk and world music.

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Green Kids’ Zone

The young at heart know the real party is at the Green Kids’ Zone.

Explore the many wonders of the natural world with engaging and educational activities. Kids will enjoy film, face painting, games and the green kids parade.

Saturday and Sunday All Day, May 14 & 15

Saturday, May 14 Stage Activities

 Truck Farm Chicago - Truck Farm Chicago is a simple concept

11am and 4pm Hippo Works Movie Screening – Simon Says “Let’s Stop Climate Change!”

- “Simon Says: Let’s Stop Climate Change!” features the animated Hippo Works gang in an ‘edutaining’ adventure that illuminates topics such as the greenhouse effect, global warming, the food chain and carbon footprints.

The film also highlights important eco-habits such as the three R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle), composting and carbon offsetting. hippoworks.com

with a big impact. It’s a biodiesel pickup truck with a mini-farm planted in the truck bed. This fun exhibit engages youth in questions about where our food comes from and how the choices we make impact both our health and the health of our environment. truckfarmchicago.org

 Balance Boards and Beams - In the movement area, enjoy

hi-enjoyment low-tech fun provided by an assortment of Balance Boards and Beams! Simultaneously invigorating and relaxing, kids of all ages will enjoy this fun activity. Read more at balanceboardsandbeams.com

 The “Traveling Bug Brigade” and Composting Worms

Meet interesting, weird-looking, friendly insects AND those little worms who turn your kitchen scraps into wonderful compost for the garden. Provided by the University of Illinois Extension Service http://web.extension.uiuc.edu

 Create a Recycled City! - Using empty cardboard boxes

provided by Green Festival Exhibitors, we’ll build and rebuild the Kids’ Zone into many configurations and shapes.

 Get your Craft On! - Make beautiful tissue paper flowers with

Green Parents Network. Using 100% recycled tissue paper, this fun and creative craft project will provide a colorful souvenir, as well as a fun carry-along for the Kid’s Parade. Provided by Green Parents Network http://greenparentsnetwork.com

 Color in the Hippo Works Gang - Coloring books and crayons

will be available, provided by Hippoworks, creators of the new movie Simon Says “Let’s Stop Climate Change!”

Read more at hippoworks.com

  Artterro Bookmark Project - Use some of the Artterro’s beautiful natural materials to design a one of a kind piece of art of your very own. Start with handmade paper from India and add amazing decorative papers, wood & glass beads and sequins to create a marvelous bookmark to aid your reading adventures. artterro.com

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11:30am Green Kids - Flow the Water Woman and Aqua Man are time travelers from a land far, far away. Travel through time and space with fun and informative activities to awaken your mind and body. Plunge into yoga, movement and interactive theatre performance and exercises to learn about how we can be more in tune with Mother Earth. Presented by Green Kids. greenkids.com 12:00pm Earl the Earthworm - Join author Tim Magner as he engages young readers with his enchanting story of Earl the intrepid earthworm and his eco-adventures. greensugarpress.com 12:30pm Family Yoga – Stretch your body and your mind with this fun, family activity!

1 - 2pm The Chicago School of Blues “Sing Your Own Blues Tune” - Making up a three line blues verse, children express feelings we all share: happy, sad, funny: “The dog ate my homework, please have mercy on me…” Using Chicago’s own blues music, Barrelhouse Bonni and Miss Taj create a learning environment where children and adults feel emotionally safe and joyful as we all forge new ways to relate to each other and to our planet. chicagoschoolofblues.org 2:30pm Come join Henrietta Cluck-Cluck, green super-chicken, as she embarks on a journey to save her animal friends. This puppetry show and interactive story provides fun and green lessons for kids.

3:00pm Green Kids - Flow the Water Woman and Aqua Man are time travelers from a land far, far away. Travel through time and space with fun and informative activities to awaken your mind and body. Plunge into yoga, movement and interactive theatre performance and exercises to learn about how we can be more in tune with Mother Earth. Presented by Green Kids. greenkids.org 3:30pm Kid’s Parade - Join Aqua Man and Flow the Water Woman and show off your beautiful recycled art in the Green Kid’s Parade! We will venture on a journey around Green Festival. All kids and parents are encouraged to join!

Sunday, May 15 - Stage Activities 11am and 4pm Hippo Works Movie Screening – Simon Says “Let’s Stop Climate Change!” - “Simon Says: Let’s Stop Climate Change!” features the animated Hippo Works gang in an ‘edutaining’ adventure that illuminates topics such as the greenhouse effect, global warming, the food chain and carbon footprints. The film also highlights important eco-habits such as the three R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle), composting and carbon offsetting.

11:30am Green Kids - Flow the Water Woman and Aqua Man are time travelers from a land far, far away. Travel through time and space with fun and informative activities to awaken your mind and body.

Plunge into yoga, movement and interactive theatre performance and exercises to learn about how we can be more in tune with Mother Earth. Presented by Green Kids. greenkids.com

“Earl the Earthworm” by Tim Magner

12pm GreenShields - What exactly is a GreenShield? Jonny Cohen, a current high school sophomore, thought of the idea one day in seventh grade when he noticed the cumbersome build of school buses. Was possible to streamline them for aerodynamic efficiency? His idea was to attach a polycarbonate shield on the front of the bus, redirecting airflow and ultimately, saving gas and money for schools.

Nature’s Creatures Animal Show

1pm Nature’s Creatures Animal Show – Join Erin Yanz and her amazing assortment of rescued animals! Through stories and demonstrations, she teaches families to be responsible in their pet choices. Read more at naturescreatures.net 2pm Earl the Earthworm - Join author Tim Magner as he engages young readers with his enchanting story of Earl the intrepid earthworm and his eco-adventures. More at greensugarpress.com 2:30pm Come join Henrietta Cluck-Cluck, green super-chicken, as she embarks on a journey to save her animal friends. This puppetry show and interactive story provides fun and green lessons for kids.

The Chicago School of Blues

3pm Green Kids - Flow the Water Woman and Aqua Man are time travelers from a land far, far away. Travel through time and space with fun and informative activities to awaken your mind and body.

Plunge into yoga, movement and interactive theatre performance and exercises to learn about how we can be more in tune with Mother Earth. Presented by Green Kids. greenkids.com

Hippo Works

3:30pm Kid’s Parade - Join Aqua Man and Flow the Water Woman and show off your beautiful recycled art in the Green Kid’s Parade! We will venture on a journey around Green Festival. All kids and parents are encouraged to join!

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Looking to green your everyday life? Stop by the Sustainable Home and Garden Pavilion and learn how to green your home and garden from the experts. Discover practical tips for everyday living, including how to compost or build an urban garden. Topics include horticulture, permaculture, composting, edible landscaping, herb gardening and seasonal plantings.

Saturday, 11:30am

Saturday, 2:30PM

Naomi Davis (Blacks in Green) Blacks in Green: The Chicago Story

Mary Krystinak (Mary’s Wholesome Living) An Introduction to Canning – DILL PICKLES IN AN HOUR

Hear an inspiring story of the power of organizing based on solid cultural and economic analysis of a people in time and place. Davis is an urban theorist, attorney, activist and proud granddaughter of Mississippi sharecroppers. She founded BIG: Blacks in Green and positioned it early on as a thought leader in green economic development for communities of color across 13 economic sectors.

Learn to make the most of all the succulent produce from the farmers market or your own garden. Canning is an easy to learn method that is sustainable, fun and does not require elaborate equipment. Join Mary for an introduction to the tradition of canning that includes hands-on demonstrations, step-by-step instructions and samples of various types of pickles.

Saturday, 12:30pm Savitree Kaur (Blissful Home), Hillary Lake (Sparkle Queen Cleaning), Terese Messman (Microfibers Unlimited) Maria Onesto Moran (Green Home Experts) Green Cleaning for Your Home and Your Life If you want a naturally sparkling home or office that is a healthy, non-toxic atmosphere for you, your family and your co-workers, this is the talk for you! This panel will cover national trends in chemical-free cleaning in homes, offices and institutional settings, talk about kids and examine the role of essential oils in cleaning your home and enhancing your life.

Saturday, 3:30PM Helen Cameron (Uncommon Ground), Rob Gardner (Local Beet), Suzanne Keers (Local First Chicago), Jim Slama (FamilyFarmed)

Local Food: Why you need it – Where to find it Local food has been in the news lately, but what can you do to get more local food onto your family’s table?

This panel will discuss the importance of local food and the efforts in Chicago and across Illinois to stimulate local food system. In addition, these experts will share tips on where to find local food including CSAs, Farmers Markets and home delivery.

Jim Slama will receive Green America’s Building Economic Alternatives award at the beginning of the presentation.

Saturday, 1:30PM Stephanie Davies (Urban Worm Girl) Composting Inside and Out Meet red wiggler composting worms; see the rich compost they make; and learn all the essentials for building a residential or commercial worm bin. Find out how easy it is to vermicompost indoors in a small space, or on a large commercial scale. Get your copy of Davies’ book, Composting Inside and Out, signed in the bookstore after her talk!

Denotes Book Signing immediately following speaker event. All Book Signings occur at the Book Store unless otherwise noted.

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Saturday, 4:30pm Bianca Alexander (Conscious Living TV), Michael Alexander (Conscious Living TV), Mimi Clayton (Mimi’s Organic Exchange), Dennis Jose (ArtLab)

Make Your Art Green with the Art Lab 123 This hands-on workshop will focus on methods for making your own art materials (like eco-friendly paints); letting you turn your ideas into art; presenting to you ways to get your art “out;” and assisting you in finding balance and making peace with art. “Green” art examples on will be on display for you to experiment with these new materials.

sunday, 12:30pm Bianca Alexander (Conscious Living TV), Michael Alexander (Conscious Living TV), Mimi Clayton (Mimi’s Organic Exchange), Dennis Jose (ArtLab)

Make Your Art Green with The Art Lab 123 This hands-on workshop will focus on methods for making your own art materials (like eco-friendly paints); letting you turn your ideas into art; presenting to you ways to get your art “out;” and assisting you in finding balance and making peace with art. “Green” art examples will be on display for you to experiment with these new materials.

sunday, 2:30PM Ana Garcia- Doyle (William Beye Elementary) Bethany Graham- Colber (William Beye Elementary)

One School’s Zero Waste Journey Oak Park’s William Beye Elementary, a diverse Chicagoarea community of 400+ students, reduced the amount of trash it generates by 53% after implementing zero waste grant funding awards over the past few years. Come hear their story, including: school-wide composting; landfill diversion; conversion to reusable lunchroom supplies and equipment; and increased building-wide reuse/recycling, based on a studentfocused culture of sustainability.

sunday, 3:30PM Greg Fisher, Richard McGiniss (Mindful Metropolis)

Urban Beekeeping sunday, 1:30pm Saudia Davis (Smarty Pants Are Leaders)

Making Worm Salad Healthy foods that we should be eating are what worms enjoy best. The worms in turn produce “Plant Candy” fertilizer.

Davis will demonstrate the process from beginning to end, including planting seeds using “Plant Candy.” The process of recycling is simple. Clarifying this seemingly complex process motivates and engages people to become better environmental stewards.

Why are bees so important? Are those white boxes a danger to me and my kids? Join Greg Fisher and Richard McGinnis to discuss the important role of bees in the urban and natural environment. Both raise bees in Chicago - one for a thriving honey business, and the other for a gorgeous rooftop garden.

Programs subject to change; for the most up-to-date information visit: greenfestivals.org

Organic Cooking Stage saturday, 12pm

sunday, 12pm

James Melnychuk (Rave Review Catering)

Cindy Warlick (Seven Star Events)

Low Fat Asian Spring Rolls

Thai Hummus

saturday, 1pm

sunday, 1pm

Sally Dolezal (Appetite for Balance)

Elsa Jacobson

Kimchi Making Demonstration

Cheese making

saturday, 2pm

sunday, 2pm

Bonita Kindle (Raw Foods and Fitness)

Easy Brownies

Wanona Wellspring, DN (Wellspring Family Health Centre)

Vegetable Pate and Wraps

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Yoga and Movement Pavilion Stretch yourself to bliss in the Yoga and Movement Pavilion where demonstrations and classes for all ages will be scheduled throughout the weekend.

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Sunday

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Elizabeth Wenscott T’ai Chi

Jon Hind Monkey Bar Demonstration

T’ai Chi Center of Chicag

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12pm Kim Wade All Levels Hatha Inner Gaze Yoga

Anjal Chande Classical (Hatha Vinyasa)

1pm

Soham Dance Space

Janet Fender Yoga for Back Care

2pm

Santosh Yoga

2pm Don Tomei Quigong Tai’ Chi Center of Chicago

3pm Jon Hind Monkey Bar Demonstration

Yoga

Emily Canibano Partner Yoga - Bring a Friend Sky Yoga Studio and More

3pm Anne Burnell Nia Sing ~ Dance ~ Heal

Monkey Bar Gym

4pm

4pm

Sophia Treyger Yoga Level 1-2

Gulia Huertas Introduction to Ashtanga P.S. Yoga

5pm Amy Beth Trecoikas Introduction to Mysore Style Yoga Now Chicago

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Sierra Club Green Cinema The Sierra Club presents a collection of incredible and impactful social and environmental films. Catch short and feature-length environmental documentaries and participate in post-screening discussions.

Catch short and feature-length environmental documentaries and post-screening discussions, including the following films:

Gasland

Saturday, May 14 at 10:30am and 2:15PM Sunday, May 15 at 11:30am and 3:45pm Gasland When filmmaker Josh Fox is asked to lease his land for natural gas drilling, he embarks on a cross-country odyssey uncovering a trail of secrets, lies and contamination. 104 minutes.

Saturday, May 14 at 12:30pm Dirty Business: “Clean Coal” and the Battle for Our Energy Future “Dirty Business” is produced by the Center for Investigative Reporting and investigates the true cost of our dependence on coal for electricity in the age of climate change. 89 minutes.

Saturday, May14 at 4:15pm Journey to Planet Earth: Plan B Hosted by Matt Damon, and featuring Lester Brown, environmental visionary and author of Plan B, this documentary delivers a clear and unflinching message – either confront the realities of climate change or suffer the consequences of lost civilizations and failed political states. 135 minutes.

Dirty Business: “Clean coal”

Journey to planet earth: Pla

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Sunday, May 15 at 1:45pm Coal Country Mari-Lynn Evans and Phylis Geller’s documentary reveals how Americans’ hunger for cheap energy has fueled the destruction of the oldest mountains on the continent, and of a culture deeply rooted in the American soul. 84 minutes.

Coal Country

Sierra Club is proud to present the Green Cinema. Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization. Inspired by nature, we are 1.4 million of your friends and neighbors, working together to protect our communities and the planet. www.sierraclub.org

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Green Living Stage

At the Green Living Stage, begin with caring for yourself and your local community and lead the way to healing the planet and the global community. Discover practical tips and innovations for everyday living, and learn what experts and organizations are doing to address the movement for positive environmental and social change around the world.

Saturday, 11aM Michele Kaufman The 2011 Smart Home Kaufmann will present the latest sustainable systems, materials and concepts incorporated into the 2011 Smart Home, currently on exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. These ideas can be integrated into most new or existing homes.

Saturday, 12pm Dr. Avé Sims (New Life Health Specialists) Nature’s Medicine: A Healthy Planet Makes Healthy People Interested in the healing power of plants but want to hear from an MD? This is your presentation! We’ll highlight the medicinal power of a few plants that can easily be grown indoors for the urban eco-enthusiast!

These plants can be used for cooking or made into teas, tinctures or salves as medicines, and the interactive session comes complete with “show and smell” time.

Saturday, 1pm Alisa Gravitz (Green America) Nuclear Power in the Wake of Japan’s Nuclear Crisis With millions of people worldwide exposed to increased radiation, we’re witnessing a tragic wake up call that nuclear power may be lower-carbon, but it is not clean energy. Join Alisa Gravitz, green energy expert and Green America’s executive director, to learn how Japan’s nuclear crisis might affect you; what you need to know to help stop nuclear power; and the latest advances of real green energy.

Saturday, 2pm John Viera (Ford) Ford’s Environmental Sustainability Efforts — A Holistic Approach An exclusive “behind the curtain” look at Ford Motor Company’s ground-breaking sustainability initiatives, new technologies and electrified vehicles. Learn how Ford is extending its sustainability strategy to include influencing the business practices of its supply base and dealers.

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Saturday, 3pm Karyn Calabrese (Karyn’s Raw) Inner Healing Outer Beauty with Holistic Health Expert Karyn Calabrese Karyn will share the personal healing journey that led her becoming one of the most respected holistic health experts in the country. She will discuss the benefits of raw and vegan foods, the importance of detoxification and the many secrets she has learned for achieving inner health and natural beauty. She will also sign her new book, Soak Your Nuts: Cleansing With Karyn.

Saturday, 4pm The Pachamama Alliance Awakening the Dreamer, Changing the Dream Symposium An interactive transformational workshop that inspires participants to play a role in creating a new future: an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially just human presence on this planet. Designed with the collaboration of some of the finest scientific, indigenous and activist minds in the world, the Symposium explores the current state of our planet from a new perspective, and connects participants with a powerful global movement to reclaim our future.

sunday, 12pm Calvin Holmes (Chicago Community Loan Fund), Steve Sherman (Green Choice Bank) Investing for Social and Environmental Good If you’re interested in investing either locally or with a bank that looks after more than the traditional bottomline, this talk is for you! We’ll hear success stories from the Chicago Community Loan Fund and how monies invested locally have helped create safe, thriving communities and the bank that looks at the triple bottom line with Chicago’s own Green Choice Bank.

sunday, 3pm Mimi Clayton (The Convergence Project), Alexandra Gnoske (RECYCLE ME Organic Tees), Diane Ponder (Mimi’s Organic Exchange), Eleanor Reilly (Eleanor Reily Handmade Soaps) Urban Green Living Ever wonder how those amazing women do it all?

We did too, so come to this panel for a romp through some of the issues that matter most and get the news you can use about local versus seasonal food, the role of organic food and fabric, green waste disposal and a snapshot of our local green business scene.

sunday, 1pm Mitch Posada (Chicago Fire Soccer Club), Dennis Salazar (Salazar Packaging), Laura Estrella Herrera Sexton (Hoy Chicago) Hoy Chicago presents: Latinos in Green — A Panel Discussion Latinos have led countless fights for justice and human dignity, but where are they in the environmental movements? We’ll discuss why it’s important that Latinos participate in the green economy, the areas in sustainability where Latinos are already making a difference, and how can we better engage Latino youths to become change makers, in their communities and the larger movements for change.

sunday, 2pm

sunday, 4pm Tanya Rogers and Drew Wanke (Green Living Project) Global Sustainability: Central America to Maine Green Living Project (GLP) is the leading media production company that documents and promotes global sustainability. To date GLP has documented over 60 projects in 17 countries around the world.

Global Sustainability: Central America to Maine showcases cutting-edge sustainability projects across Central America and local sustainability projects in Maine. Experience the expedition and witness the latest efforts in conservation, adventure eco-lodges, volun-tourism, indigenous communities, education, sustainable forestry and more!

Brian Sievers and students (Whitney Young High School) From Biodiesel to Food Deserts: One High School Club’s Amazing Journey!

Students from Whitney Young HS built a biodiesel system last fall, making and donating biodiesel.

They brought it to another level when they started working with Food Desert Action and began rehabbing an old CTA bus to use as a food delivery truck. Bringing it all together, they’re now working with Mendota High School on their biodiesel program; having fun, doing good.

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Green Festival exhibitors have passed the Green America screening process for leadership in social and environmental responsibility, and have earned the Green America Seal of Approval for their commitment. Focused on business as a tool for positive change, these value-driven green business leaders are committed to sustainable practices.

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Global Exchange (co-producer) Green America (co-producer)

655 Shop without sweat shops

bodyworks Name

556 Economic actions for a just planet

BOOTH description

Body & Brain Yoga & Tai Chi 5041 Chicago School of Thai Massage 2039 Natural Fitness 5031 Progressive Chiropractic Wellness Ctr 6040 Santosh Yoga 6032 Yoga Circle 6032

community action

Yoga, Tai-Chi, Meditation Classes. Also for kids Six-Month Diploma Program and Advanced Studies Premium yoga & fitness gear with minimum environmental impact Full service chiropractic health clinic Experienced, certified instructor several South suburban classes 25 years history with experienced, certified instructors

Name

BOOTH description

Alliance for the Great Lakes

2111

Great Lakes protection and restoration

website www.globalexchange.com www.greenamerica.org

website bodynbrainyoga.com chicagoschoolofthaimassage.com naturalfitnessinc.com progressivechiropractic.com santoshyoga.info yogacircle.com

website greatlakes.org

Bright Endeavors-Dreambean Candles 4037

Eco-friendly, candle/spa social enterprise helping women

brightendeavors.org

Camp Kupugani Multicultural Camp 2082

Child empowerment multicultural sleepaway camp

campkupugani.com

Conserve School

2076 Environmentally focused high school semester ConserveSchool.org

Green Bash

5004

The Official Green Festival Party after Dark

Gifted Dreamers

1078

Nonprofit network empowering people, communities & organizations

Harmony House for Cats

2086

Cageless No-Kill Shelter for Cats

Haymarket Books

2108

Books for changing the world

Lights for Learning

1090

Energy efficiency educational outreach and fundraising program

Mercy For Animals

2115

A non-profit farmed animal advocacy organization

Midwest High Speed Rail Assoc.

6053

Fast Frequent and Dependable Trains Linking Midwest

Organic Consumers Association

1102

OCA campaigns for health, justice and sustainability

Peak Performance Healthcare

1077

Relieve pain and live to the fullest!

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)

2113

PETA: The worlds largest animal rights organization

Project Onward

2014, 2016, 2018

Supports visual artist with Disabilities

Revolution Books

1098

Revolution Books: Know the world & emancipate humanity

RTA

4006, 4008 Gets you where you need to go

Seed Savers Exchange

4034

Sierra Club - Chicago

projectonward.org gifteddreamers.org hhforcats.org haymarketbooks.org lights4learning.org MercyForAnimals.org midwesthsr.org organicconsumers.org pphcc.com peta.org projectonward.org chicagorevolutionbooks.blogspot.com www.rtachicago.com

Seed Savers Exchange: a leading non-profit saving heirloom seeds

seedsavers.org

1091, 1093, 2090, 2092

Working together to protect our communities and the planet

sierraclub.org

Socially Responsible AG Project

2109

Protect the environment, human health, and rural quality of life

The Zeitgeist Movement

2110

Environmentally focused on a “Resouce Based Economy”

Tree House Humane Society

2078

Chicago’s largest no-kill, cageless cat shelter

WE ADD UP

2084

T-shirt campaign to stop climate change.

Your Voice for Health

2106

Grassroots activists for health freedom

conservation/recycling Name

BOOTH description

Eco Totes and Gifts

3100

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Reduce, Recycle, Reuse, Repurpose, Renew

iccaw.org thezeitgeistmovement.com/ TreeHouseAnimals.org weaddup.com yourvoiceforhealth.com

website ecototesgifts.com

conservation/recycling (continued) Name

BOOTH description

Green Jute

1096

website

Natural and eco friendly lifestyle products

greenjute.com/jutebags/

KC Solutions

3099

An industry leader in cost-effective energy saving solutions

yourenergybarrier.com/

Klean Kanteen

3102

Klean kanteen produces stainless steel beverage containers

kleankanteen.com

Living Green Now

3103

Living Green Now, it’s time has come.

livinggreennow.biz

One Green Nest

5028

Earth friendly fashion totes and bags

onegreennest.com

Stainless Cups

3095

Stainless steel home goods

stainlesscups.com

ECO-Art Name

BOOTH description

Esther’s Place, Big Rock, Illinois

Family Farmed.org Local fibers, yarns, classes, retreats, and farm tours

eco-fashion Name

BOOTH description

Baraka Ethnic Jewelry

1016 & 1018 unique, ethnic handmade jewelry and clothing

Coco Loco Jewelry

1035

Organic handmade jewelry

Defy Bags

1025

Hand-sewn bags from vintage materials

Gift N Grow, LLC

1026

Eco-Friendly reusable gift bags

Infinity Green Products, LLC

1041

Bags made from recycled billboards

Koru Street, LLC

1028

eco-friendly accessories from around the world

Nomadic State of Mind

1027

Handmade Sandals, Organic Cotton T-Shirts, Lotsa Fun!

Pax4u

1040

Hands free eco-friendly organic/ recycled leather bags.

Synergy Organic / Kate Organic

1043

Women Organic Clothing

Tulong, LLC

1031 Sustainable Fashion for the Conscious Consumer

Victoria Larkin

1017

Women’s apparel and accessories. Recycled dog attire.

Whether Bags llc

1024

Handbags made from sustainable materials

Zkano Organic Cotton Socks

1029

USA Made Organic Cotton Socks

fair trade

website esthersplacefibers.com

website picasaweb.google.com/baraka.ethnic.jewelry

coconutjewelry.com defybags.com giftngrow.com InfinitygreenProductsbags.com korustreet.com nomadicstateofmind.com pax4u.com kateorganic.com repairtheworldnow.com VictoriaLarkin.com whetherbags.com zkano.com

Name

BOOTH description

Divine Chocolate

4063

First Fair Trade, Farmer Owned Chocolate Company

Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps

5062

Organic/Fair Trade soap/body care products

Equal Exchange Fundraising

4061

Fairly-traded food/crafts-40% profit to your group!

Esse Reusable Bags

3098

Replace paper, plastic AND produce bags!

Fair Trade Resource Network

6060

Educating about Fair Trade and facilitating its discussion

Fair World Project (FWP)

5060

FWP supports dedicated fair trade producers/brands

fairworldproject.org

Global Exchange

5003

Promoting social, economic and environmental justice

globalexchange.org

Global Exchange Reality Tours

5003 Reality Tours : Educational, Cultural, Socially Responsible

Green America

5009

Harnessing economic power to create a just, sustainable world

Greenheart Shop

5066

Shop Greenheart,Chicago’s finest Fair Trade Boutique

Liz Alig

7071

Fair Trade Fashion made from Recycled Materials

Malia Designs

5068

Socially/Environmentally responsible handbags

Mata Traders

4062

Fair trade handmade women’s clothing and accessories

Mr. Ellie Pooh

5056

Eco-friendly, Innovative Elephant Dung Paper

NepalesePaper.com

4057

Handmade, Tree-Free, Fair Trade paper products from Nepal

Our Fair Earth

5058

Fair trade and eco-friendly jewelry and fashion from East Africa

Pocket Disc

5072

Fair-Trade/Mayan made crocheted throwing discs

Revy Fair Trade Products

5061

Fair Trade Accessories from El Salvador

World Shoppe Fair Trade

6061

Handmade, fair trade women’s accessories

website divinechocolateusa.com drbronner.com equalexchange.coop/fundraiser esseReusableBags.com FTRN.org

globalexchange.org/tours greenamerica.org greenheartshop.org lizalig.com maliadesigns.com matatraders.com mrelliepooh.com NepalesePaper.com ourfairearth.com pocketdisc.com revydirect.com World-Shoppe.com

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BOOTH description

American Lime Technology LLC

5100

A sustainable bio-composite construction material

americanlimetec.com

Granite Transformations

5082 Recycled countertops that go over existing surfaces

granitetransformations.com/chicago

Paragon Mechanical, Inc

5096

Energy Efficient Heating and Cooling Contracting Company

Performance Coatings Inc.

5087

Penofin-Verde The Worlds Finest Wood Finish

Sun Harvest Solutions, LLC

4088

We design, build, and install complete solar PV systems

Sundeck Bamboo

5092

Eco-friendly green construction-grade bamboo decking

green careers & education Name

BOOTH description

Bainbridge Graduate Institute BGI Humane Society University Illinois Institute of Technology Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago Trinity College of Natural Health

5010 5036 5042

green kids

Business education for a sustainable world Undergraduate, graduate, and professional development programs.

Graduate programs focusing on environmental sustainability

4009 Explore the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere 5040 Study Natural Health out of your own home

Name

BOOTH description

Pocket Disc

5072

green media Name

Fair-Trade/Mayan made crocheted throwing discs

BOOTH description

Black and Green

2099

Book Publishing Company

2083 Community owned, independent press publishes vegan books

Clear Channel

4015, 4017, 4019 Clear Channel Serves the Communities of Chicago

Author of new book - bringing green to the inner city

website

pmcomfort.com penofin.com eco-solar-solutions.com/ sundeckamericas.com

website bgi.edu humanesocietyuniversity.org iit.edu msichicago.org trinityschool.org

website pocketdisc.com

website blackandgreen2.com bookpubco.com www.clearchannel.com

Conscious Living TV

3008 Conscious Living TV makes green living fun

Democracy Now!

5002 Independent, investigative news hour which airs daily

www.consciouslivingtv.com

GoGreenCemetery.com

2101

An eco-friendly, online burial alternative

Mindful Metropolis

2006

Healthy and eco-friendly lifestyles in the Chicago area.

NBC 5 TV

8004, 8005, 8006 Committed to greener, healthier community year round

Mother Earth News

2005, 2007 The Original Guide to Living Wisely

Natural Awakenings Magazine

5008

Health, healing, inner growth and earth friendly living. MileHighNaturalAwakenings.com

Natural Health

3005

Helping readers feel good and look good

Natural Home

2005, 2007 Green living with quality & style

democracynow.org gogreencemetery.com mindfulmetropolis.com nbcchicago.com motherearthnews.com naturalhealthmag.com naturalhomeandgarden.com

Natural Solutions: Vibrant Health, Balanced Living

2004 Natural Solutions: the leading consumer healthy-living magazine

New York Times

2007 New York Times Covers Breaking Environmental News

Ode Magazine

1011 Ode, the Magazine to change your world

Sierra Club

2010

The Chicago Reporter

2008 Investigating race and poverty in metropolitan Chicago

chicagoreporter.com

The Herb Companion

2005, 2007 Being well the natural way

herbcompanion.com

The Nation

1005 Weekly magazine of news, politics, culture + arts

America’s oldest, largest environmental organization

The Organic & Non-GMO Report Information for a safe, healthy food supply TreeHugger

3006 TreeHugger is dedicated to driving sustainability

Utne Magazine

2005, 2007 Provokes thought, inspires action

Yoga Chicago Magazine

5033

WCPT

1009 WCPT AM and FM Chicago’s Progressive Talk

40

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Guide to yoga in the Chicago area

naturalsolutionsmag.com nytimes.com odemagazine.com www.sierraclub.org

thenation.com non-gmoreport.com treehugger.com utne.com yogachicago.com chicagoprogressivetalk.com

green office Name

BOOTH description

Dharma Merchant Services

3091 Sustainble,socially-responsible,economical credit-card processing

RecycleBoxBin

3089

green pets

BOOTH description

Honest Pet Products, LLC

4026 Eco-friendly natural pet toys and accessories

Natura Pet Products, Inc.

4024

The World’s Healthiest Pet Foods

Swheat Scoop

4028

Swheat Scoop Natural Wheat Litter

Name

BOOTH description

1820 HOUSE

4040

Abbey Brown Soap Artisan

Family Farmed.org Hand-made natural Olive oil soaps and soothing body oils

Chicago Botanic Garden

Family Farmed.org Green Youth Farm & Windy City Harvest programs

Eco Home & Office Cleaning Services 4039

dharmams.com

Recycle bin for office, school... Simple, Clean, Affordable

Name

home & garden

website RecycleBoxBin.com

website honestpetproducts.com naturapet.com swheatscoop.com

website

Pure vegetable wax aromatherapy candles to evoke the senses

1820house.com abbeybrown.com chicagobotanic.org/community

Green cleaning for the Chicagoland area

ecohomeclean.com

Esther’s Place

Family Farmed.org Local fibers, yarns, classes, retreats and farm tours, just an hour from Chicago

FamilyFarmed.org

Family Farmed.org We help farmers sell local food

Harvest Moon Farms

Family Farmed.org Certified Organic farm and food business

Irv & Shelly’s Fresh Picks

Family Farmed.org Delivery of local & organic foods

LocalFolks Foods

Family Farmed.org Regional ingredients, processed and distributed regionally

Marcal Small Steps

4011

Moss Envy

4043, 4041

Moss Envy sells eco conscious products for your home and life

My Green Mattress

4029, 4027

Natural organic chemical free mattresses from $299

Nicolet Candle Company

2036

Earth-friendly soy candles

The Green Glass Company

4025

Unique glassware made from reclaimed bottles

Wind Ridge Herb Farm

Family Farmed.org Fresh/dried herbs, teas, dips, seasonings, plants

Organic body/health

BOOTH description

Chiro One Wellness Centers Frangipani Body Products Global Handmade Hope Hawaiian Moon Karma Healing Solutions Shea Butter Secerts

2029 2026 5070 2031 2034 2042

Organic foods

FamilyFarmed.org harvestmoon-farms.com freshpicks.com localfolksfoods.com

100% premium recycled paper, saving tree

Name

www.marcalsmallsteps.com mossenvy.com mygreenmattress.com nicoletcandlecompany.com greenglass.com windridgeherbfarm.com

website

Developing extraordinary wellness for families and individuals Peaceful, natural skin care Fair Trade, Handcrafted, Jewelry, Gifts, Accessories, Toys, more Hawaiian Moon Organic Aloe Skin Cream Handmade eco-friendly organic products and aromatherapy solutions The secret to beautiful healthy skin

Name

BOOTH description

Amafruits

3039 Wild-Grown Açai Frozen Fruit Purees

Amazing Grass

1043

Grower Direct Organic Green SuperFoods

Chicago Diner

F1

Vegetarian Restaurant & Vegan Bakery

Clif Bar

3003, 3004

A Simple Approach to Energy Bars

Cousin’s Incredible Vitality

F8

A Veggie, Vegan, Raw Food Company

Door to Door Organics

3051

Chicagoland’s organic fruit and veggie delivery service

Earth Balance

3039 Organic, Non GMO, Dairy Free Products

esthersplacefibers.com

chiroone.net frangipanibodyproducts.com globalhandmadehope.com aloecream.biz karmahealingsolutions.com sheabuttersecrets.com

website amafruits.com AmazingGrass.com veggiediner.com clifbar.com cousinsiv.com chicago.doortodoororganics.com earthbalancenatural.com/

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BOOTH description

website

Food & Water Watch

3061

Working to protect our drinking water.

Glee Gum / Verve, Inc.

3041

All-natural Glee Gum with chicle for rainforest conservation!

Jamaican Kitchens

F7

Ethnic cuisine iin Wisconsin Rapids

Kitchen Craft

3034, 3036

Waterless Cookware

Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods and Oils

3007

Products from Hemp Seed, without herbicides or pesticides

Manna Organics, LLC

3063

MannaBread - Sprouted, yeastfree & Artisan sourdough

mannaorganicbakery.com

Mary’s Gone Crackers

3040, 3042

Crunchy, scrumptious, organic, gluten-free, AWESOME!

marysgonecrackers.com

Natures Path Food

4003

#1 premium producer of organic cereals

Sambazon

5008

Suppliers of sustainably harvested, organic acai

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Organic Food Club -- Taste-A-Thon 3035

Consumer direct marketing of organic/natural foods

organicfoodclub.com

Pacari Chocolate

3038

Fair Trade, Organic Chocolate

pacarichocolate.com

Theo Chocolate, Inc.

3049

Organic and Fair Trade Certified Chocolate Maker theochocolate.com

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BOOTH description

BlueStar Energy Solutions

4101 Residential and Business Renewable Energy Supplier

Earth Thermal

5098

Earth Wind And Solar Energy, LLC

5102 Installing, Designing Solar, Wind, Geothermal, Energy Auditing

A renewable & sustainable way to heat and cool your home

Illinois Renewable Energy Association (IREA)

2080

Solar Service Inc.

4100, 4102 Chicagos premier solar energy provider since 1977

WaterFurnace International

7105

responsible investing (SRI)

IREA provides renewable energy and sustainability education Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems

Name

BOOTH description

Calvert Investments

4015 Calvert socially responsible mutual funds.

First Affirmative Financial Network, LLC

5048

Transformative Investing for Socially Conscious Investors

GreenChoice Bank

5052

Midwest’s first holistically sustainably-minded community bank

Mindful Money Financial Counsel

5050

Chicago CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER‚ Sustainable investing

New England Financial

5043

Financial Planning and Wealth Management

Progressive Asset Management, Inc. 5046

transportation

Socially and Environmentally Responsible Investing Services

Name

BOOTH description

Better World Club

5059

BWC: The cleaner, greener alternative to AAA

EcoLogical Products Company, Inc. 7003, 7005 Electric Cars, E-Cars, E-Trucks,E-Bikes.Urban & Campus E-Wheels Ford Motor Company

2011

Ford Motor is a global automotive leader

Fox Valley Electric Auto Association 7052

Advocating use and education of electric vehicles

I-GO Car Sharing

7013

Access to hundreds of eco-friendly cars in Chicago & suburbs

Zipcar

5053, 6052 Car sharing. Reservations include gas and insurance

travel Name

BOOTH description

Greenheart Travel

7058

42

greenfestivals.org

Volunteer, Teach, Study Abroad with Greenheart Travel!

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website greenhearttravel.org

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The Most.

Fuel-Efficient.

Midsize.

Sedan.

In. America.

And Fusion is the most fuel-efficient in America, which is a pretty big place, with a lot of potential competition. Or not much competition at all, depending on how you’re measuring it.

Either way, it’s definitely good news for Ford, for Fusion and for its drivers.

Think about it –

who wouldn’t love the Fusion Hybrid getting 41 city mpg?

What does that mean exactly?

It means the

41 city mpg

Well, now that we think about it, the 2011 Camry Hybrid, for one.

Fusion beats it by a full 10 mpg in the city.

2011 Fusion Hybrid has a lot to say.

OK, so sure, Camry probably isn’t one of Fusion’s biggest fans.

But, since Fusion is a hybrid, let’s hope we can find common ground in the fact that

Seriously,

just look at that claim, will you?

It’s quite the loaded statement.

its superior fuel economy

First off,

don’t overlook the fact that it’s a 2011. It’s easy to do, but 2011 means it’s new. Shiny and fresh, full of promise and possibilities.

Next – and this is a big one – it’s the most fuel-efficient.

That means it has

best-in-its-class mpg.

And how many can say they’re the best in their category?

Usually only one. And in this case, it’s the Fusion Hybrid.

(sometimes it uses no gas at all!)

is better for the environment.

So, in the grand scheme of things, the 2011 Fusion Hybrid is doing some good for all of us. Even for the 2011 Camry Hybrid. You’re welcome, Camry Hybrid.

So there you have it.

THE

FUSION HYBRID

2011

Let’s break it down.

The most fuel-efficient

.

midsize sedan in America.*

If you’re thirsty for more fuel economy info, you can find more of it, plus reactions from real Fusion owners, at

ford.com.

*EPA-estimated 41 city/36 hwy/39 combined mpg. Actual mileage will vary.

Midsize class per R. L. Polk & Co. vs. 2010/2011 competitors.