Tag Archives: local economy

West Berkeley Walking Tour, Saturday, 3/2/13

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West Berkeley Walking Tour, Saturday, 3/2/13
Did you know that West Berkeley is home to an urban farm with goats, a world-famous bread company and iconic green businesses? Take a tour of these memorable places as you get to know West Berkeley – without a car! The West Berkeley Neighborhood Walk and Asset Mapping Project will take place on Saturday March… Read more »

Get the Free Buy Local Berkeley Holiday App for 10% Off at the Ecology Center Store

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Get the Free Buy Local Berkeley Holiday App for 10% Off at the Ecology Center Store
Buy Local Berkeley and Chinook Book are making it easy to shop local for the holidays. Download their free app for smart phones and get great deals at over 100 local businesses – including 10% off at the Ecology Center Store! Shopping near where you live helps protect the environment by walking or riding shorter… Read more »

Transition Berkeley Presents: Money, Banking and Investing for Transition, Tuesday, 12/11/12

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Transition Berkeley Presents: Money, Banking and Investing for Transition, Tuesday, 12/11/12
On our blog this week, we shared how the Ecology Center moved our money out of big banks. It’s an important conversation not just for organizations, but businesses, individuals and families. Our friends at Transition Berkeley are putting together a free event this Tuesday, from 7-9 PM for those who want to learn more about… Read more »

Fresh Veggies for Sale in a Berkeley Backyard Near You!

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Fresh Veggies for Sale in a Berkeley Backyard Near You!
Just in time for the abundance of tomato and zucchini season, Berkeley City Council passed legislation to allow neighbors to sell what they grow in their gardens. Adopted by City Council on July 31st, the ordinance updates the Berkeley Municipal Code to cover the sale of non-processed fruit, vegetables, nuts, honey and eggs.… Read more »

Berkeley City Council Considers Sunday Streets Tuesday, 7/17/12

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Berkeley City Council Considers Sunday Streets Tuesday, 7/17/12
The Ecology Center is excited to get involved with Sunday Streets Berkeley, a transformative community event that is identified as an Action Item in Berkeley’s Climate Action Plan. At the Berkeley City Council meeting on July 17, councilmembers will have the opportunity to endorse the City’s sponsorship of Sunday Streets Berkeley. Come show your support,… Read more »