Terra Talks… It’s November already and Thanksgiving isn’t far behind! Do you love the extravagance of a groaning table, more food than you can possibly eat, or special treats shipped long distances, justifying it because “It’s Thanksgiving”? Are we willing to look hard, to ask, “Am I more deserving of Read more…
Terra Talks… Last week we reviewed the new Plastic Carryout Bag Ban. Today we look at reusable bags and bag alternatives. —The most eco-friendly bag is the one you have! Heavy plastic bags, cloth bags, paper shopping bags can all be used many times. Keep 1-2 lightweight bags tucked in Read more…
BAGS BANNED!!! Dear Terra I thought there was a state ban on single use plastic bags, but I still see small produce bags in the grocery stores. I’m confused! Baffled by Bags Dear Baffled, Let’s try to “unpack” the new plastic bag ban that went into effect on Oct. 1. Read more…
Dear Talking the Talk, This week we address the second part of your question about how to contact your legislators. There are MANY sites you can refer to, but here are some constants I gleaned. Letters and emails are both effective, but if time is critical, snail mail, is, well, Read more…
Dear Terra, I want to be an activist in the fight around climate change, but I am a chicken when it comes to writing to politicians. Is there a resource I can use that has pre-written, ready-to-sign letters or petitions to express my views? Is it effective to send letters Read more…
Prep Time: 10 Min Cook Time: 15 Min Total Time: 25 Min NOTE: There are two ways to make this, depending on what flavor you prefer. You can either boil the ingredients or roast them in the oven. INGREDIENTS 8 medium-to-large tomatillos 1 jalapeño (remove the seeds if you would Read more…
2-3 cups fresh basil 1 cup olive oil 6 cloves garlic, or more to taste 1 cup pine nuts (or walnuts) 1 cup parmesan cheese 1/4 cup Romano cheese Blend in a food processor in the order given. Add salt to taste. NOTE: Basil and garlic are natural antibiotics, so Read more…
Dear Terra, We LOVE Halloween! Can we be earth-friendly and still go wild? Hyper for Halloween Dear Hyper for Halloween, We love Halloween, too, but not at the expense of our world. Americans will spend over $8 billion on Halloween this year on cheap, plastic, disposable, packaging-heavy trash. What to Read more…
Bed A19 Tended by Jill Jill has been a faithful Gardener since ECG’s 2nd year. She is an active member of the Gardeneers, regularly attending meetings and offering all kinds of suggestions and advice. A veteran gardener of over 30 years–having grown up working in her grandfather’s huge garden and Read more…
Bed C8 & C13, Tended by Kori & Matt and “the boys” Kori and Matt have a beautifully organized bed in C13. (C8, too, has discernible form, but plants have had their way… ) This is their second year of gardening in ECG, and we are most happy to have Read more…