Past Events
Wed July 20th 7:00pm
We will discuss Sandra Steingraber's new book, Raising Elijah: Protecting Children in an Age of Environmental Crisis, and how Sandra's stories relate to our own efforts and aspirations to make our daily lives more sustainable and healthy.
June 22 2011 7:00pm
Field Notes of a Warrior Mom--How I Confronted Climate Change, Took on Corporate Pollutors, Joined the Fracking Resistance, and Learned to Cook in my Sleep
An evening of conversation with Sandra Steingraber, Ph.D., Distinguished Scholar in Residence, Ithaca College. Steingraber will read and sign her new book, Raising Elijah: Protecting Children in an Age of Environmental Crisis, which is set here in Tompkins County.
June 10th 2010 7:30pm
Book Group on Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan
Feb 2nd 2010 7:00PM
Book Group: "No Impact Man" by Colin Beavan
Jan 28th 2010 7:00PM
Home Detox 101 with Katie Kelly of Clean NY
Jan 19th 2010 7:00PM - Book Group - No Impact Man by Colin Beavan
Beginning Organic Gardening Series - Planting the Garden
Becca Rodomsky-Bish of Home Green Home
Thursday, 4/16/09, 6:30-8:00pm
Seed Swap and Share! - Wed April 1, 6:30-7:30 PM
Beginning Organic Gardening Series
with Becca Rodomsky-Bish
- Planning your Garden
Becca Rodomsky-Bish of Home Green Home
Wednesday, 2/25/09, 6:30-8:00pm - Sustainable Horticulture and Native Landscapes
Dan Segal, Owner of Plantsmen Nursery
Thursday, March 19th 6:30-8:00pm - Techniques for a Successful Organic Garden
Becca Rodomsky-Bish of Home Green Home
Thursday, March 26th 6:30-8:00pm
Gallery Night - Friday March 6, 5-8PM
"The Spirituality of Noticing the Everyday"
A conjunction of texts and visual art featuring works by: Adam Batliner, Harry Littell, Ryan Curtis & Fernando Llosa
Sat Dec 13, 3:30-5:00 and Sat Dec 20, 12:00-3:00
Eco-friendly &Â Inexpensive Gift Wrapping with Fabrics
Local artist/educator Gwen Daniels will demonstrate creative ideas for creating beautiful, reusable gift wrap.
Wed November 12, 2008 at 7:00 PM
Global Climate Change
A Solutions-Oriented Presentation
Staff member Margaret McCasland, a trained presenter of Al Gore's interfaith Climate Change Project, will discuss the science, public policy, personal steps, and northeast regional impacts associated with climate change.
October 7 & 27, 2008 at 5:30PM
Sustainability Book Group
Led by Environmental Educator and HGH staff member Becca Rodomsky. Discussing "Blessed Unrest: How the Largest Social Movement in History Is Restoring Grace, Justice, and Beauty to the World" by Paul Hawken.
Wed October 29, 2008 at 7:00PM
Home Energy Seminar Series
Masonry Stoves with Steve Paisley
Learn about this 400+ year old heating technolgy developed in northern Europe which can be more energy efficient and cleaner burning than modern high-tech woodstoves. Heat with a renewable fuel while protecting air quality, and enjoy a hearth that stays warm all day!
Learn more on the web at Masonry Heater Association
Wed October 15, 2008 at 6:30PM
Sustainability Seminar Series
Biochar (or Agrichar) - Local, Renewable, Carbon-Negative Energy?
with Johannes Lehman, Assoc. Professor of Soil Biogeochemistry at Cornell University
"Research in the Amazon rainforest has unearthed a soil management practice that may have high relevance for sustainable land care. This presentation will discuss opportunities to use biochar (organic material heated under low-air conditions, similar to charcoal) as a soil amendment, motivated by remnants of ancient soil use in the Amazon. This biochar can not only be used for improving soils for the long term but also be integrated in bioenergy concepts that may yield carbon-negative energy. This win-win situation provides options for clean air, clean water and healthy soils."
Wikipedia article on biochar
September 5, 2008 5-8PM
Gallery Night - Opening/Reception: Harry Littell "Almost Gone"
A show of fine art photographs by Harry Littell, taken over a year at Reamer Recycling yard - a project which yielded images of remarkable forms, textures, and colors. Invites contemplation of our industrialized ecosystem. Refreshments provided.
August 27, 2008 at 6:00PM
Sustainability Seminar Series
Food vs. Biofuels - Energy and the Environment
Cornell professor David Pimentel on the implications of using increasing amounts of our croplands to produce liquid biofuels - will these fuels prove sustainable? Impacts on food prices?
August 13, 2008 at 6:30PM
Sustainability Seminar Series
"Building Strong Ropes to Nature" - An Active Presentation led by Tim Drake & Jed Jordan of Primitive Pursuits, with Dr. Jason Hamilton of the Biology & Sustainability Dept. at Ithaca College
Rapid changes taking place in the natural world drive us to seek the
skills we need to continue adapting and living in the balance. More
than just acknowledging our connection to nature, there is a strong
desire to exercise that connection tangibly. In "building strong ropes
to nature" we see that sustainability is not simply another word for
environmental education and we'll take a hands on approach to moving
forward while looking back. Join us for the evening and take home a
deeper understanding of the natural world, inspirational stories and a
"rope to nature" of your own making!
June 23 & July 9, 2008 at 5:30PM
Sustainability Book Group
Led by Environmental Educator and HGH staff member Becca Rodomsky. "Last Child in the Woods [by Richard Louv] is the first book to bring together a new and growing body of research indicating that direct exposure to nature is essential for healthy childhood development and for the physical and emotional health of children and adults. More than just raising an alarm, Louv offers practical solutions and simple ways to heal the broken bond—and many are right in our own backyard."
April 22 & May 21, 2008 at 5PM
Sustainability Book Group
Led by Environmental Educator and HGH staff member Becca Rodomsky. Discussing "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle" by Barbara Kingsolver, as it relates to our own habits and ambitions around sustainable food.
March 20, 2008 at 7PM
Sustainability Seminar Series
Our Energy Future: Energy Options, National Energy Policy, and Making a Local Contribution
Dr. Francis Vanek
March 7, 2008 at 6PM
Gallery Night - Reception with Local Artisans
Meet our talented local artists and artisans, peruse their fabulous works, munch on local food goodies, and enjoy live piano jazz with our own Travis Knapp.
Home Energy Seminar Series
Natural Options for Home Insulation
Learn about natural and effective home insulation options, including blown cellulose, soy-based foam, straw bales and more with our panel of local experts.
December 10, 2007 at 7PM
Sustainability Seminar Series
"Radical Simplicity"
Jim Merkel, author of Radical Simplicity and first Sustainability
Director at Dartmouth College. Talk followed by Q&A on practical ways we can reduce our ecological footprints.
November 1, 2007 at 7PM
Healthy Living Seminar Series
From Lipstick to Sofa Cushions: What We Know about Chemical Hazards in Consumer Products and What We Can Do About Them.
Dr. Sandra Steingraber
October 12-13, 2007
Grand Opening Celebration
Munchies including local organic cider, truffles, and more;
Live music with singer/songwriter Joe Crookston;
Reading from Gaia Girls with author Lee Welles;
Screening of Blue Vinyl movie with organic popcorn;