Citizens for a Sustainable Local Economy (CSLE)

Ten Mile River Watershed, Massachusetts, USA

Sharing ideas on how to "green" the local economy in the Ten Mile River Watershed bioregion in southeastern Massachusetts.

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Charles Adler

Local Farmers' Markets

Today's Sun Chronicle has a list of local farmers' markets with dates and times.

Here is a statewide list.

Also, White Barn Farm in Wrentham will have a roadside stand on Tuesdays from 3 to 7 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm.

Posted by Charles Adler on June 28, 2009 at 5:30pm

Charles Adler

Thomas Berry, theologian and environmentalist, dies at age 94

Thomas Berry, author of "The Dream of the Earth" and other inspirational writings, died on Monday in Greensboro, North Carolina, at the age of 94. I had the opportunity to hear him speak at the 23rd Annual E. F. Schumacher Lecture in Great Barrington, MA, in 2003.

Berry's reverence for the Earth was truly inspiring. In his work, he promoted an ecumenical spirit that transcended any particular religious faith and evoked an awe for all Creation.

A memorial service will be held in September at th… Continue

Posted by Charles Adler on June 7, 2009 at 1:30pm

Charles Adler

Renewable energy tax credits for homes and businesses

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) provides numerous tax incentives for individuals and businesses to invest in energy-efficient products. For details, go to the IRS website.

Posted by Charles Adler on June 7, 2009 at 1:03pm

Charles Adler

Local Plant Sales

Our local economy includes the following 3 sources for vegetable and flower plants for your garden:
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Attleboro High School - Greenhouse
behind tennis courts or approach from Bushee Street
508 222-5150 x151

Annuals and vegetables

School days 11 am to 1:45 pm

Thursdays
May 7, 21, June 4
11 am to 5 pm

Saturdays in May
and Saturday June 6
8 am to 12 noon

The greenhouse is operated by students in a horticulture
career program.
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Posted by Charles Adler on May 5, 2009 at 11:23pm

Charles Adler

From the Carbon Age to the Solar Age

Today Van Jones, an advisor to President Obama, had very encouraging things to say about the future of energy in this country. Speaking to students at Bentley College in Waltham, Jones said, "The good news is that we can beat this global recession and global warming at the same time. We can beat poverty and pollution at the same time... and you're the solution. You will be the generation of innovators, of entrepreneurs, of problem solvers, of people who throw away this old tired distinction betw… Continue

Posted by Charles Adler on April 16, 2009 at 8:30pm

Forum

Greg Wehmeyer

Local Food Web Sites 4 Replies

Started by Greg Wehmeyer in Local Food. Last reply by Charles Adler Feb 5.

Greg Wehmeyer

Meat, Eggs, and Dairy 1 Reply

Started by Greg Wehmeyer in Local Food. Last reply by Allison Jan 18.

Greg Wehmeyer

Restaurants 2 Replies

Started by Greg Wehmeyer in Local Food. Last reply by Greg Wehmeyer Nov. 25, 2008.

Greg Wehmeyer

Cooking 1 Reply

Started by Greg Wehmeyer in Local Food. Last reply by Greg Wehmeyer Nov. 5, 2008.

Greg Wehmeyer

Stores 1 Reply

Started by Greg Wehmeyer in Local Food. Last reply by Greg Wehmeyer Nov. 5, 2008.

 
 

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