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Help Needed on Malama Kaua`i Projects!
It Takes a Village: Volunteer With Us
Ever thought of working with Malama Kaua`i? We actually have a few projects that need your assistance right now. If you are looking to make a difference and have a few hours to spare we'd love to connect with you. Who knows, it could be the next step in a whole new direction! Contact us for a list of diverse opportunities. Office, computer and sales experience are all pluses but not necessary.
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Malama Kaua`i Community Garden Update:
Official Opening January 2, 2010
Do you have your garden plot yet? Sign up today!
We would like thank everyone that attended the garden blessing on November 12th. It truly was a great way to introduce the garden to the community.
Now, it's time to get people activated on growing and sharing in the abundance. There are two options when applying for a plot; either as [1] individuals and families or [2] as businesses and organizations.
We encourage businesses and organizations to consider getting a space for their staff or membership as it's a great opportunity for people to build relationships and work together in a different setting. Those that sign up for a business or organization plot will also be recognized as a "Garden Sponsor" in the garden materials and in communications, both printed and broadcast. So you not only get to do the right thing, but we'll share your inspirational deed with others.
We also encourage those who want to help others to sign on as a "Plot Sponsor". This means you would provide a scholarship to support an family or group for a year.
Plots sizes are 15x20 feet and each one comes with roadway and water access. We also plan to host workshops that will help you to keep a better garden. Sounds like fun doesn't it?
To get involved, register yourself, family, business or organization today by contacting Mel Drisko at acukauai@gmail.com Or call us at 828-0685.
We look forward to growing food with you!
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News from Mana Ohana Coop
Great Location, great opportunity to get creative!
2,500 sq. ft community kitchen now certified and looking for prospective food based businesses. Also looking for retail vendors and healing practitioners. Retail space available.
Farmer's Market now open 11 - 6 Mon - Sat.
Open as of December 1st
Mana Ohana Deli and 3 Amigos Mexican Cuisine open for breakfast and lunch
Craft Fair - Dec. 12 indoor and outdoor spaces available
Mana Ohana is located in the old Green Garden Restaurant on the Hwy in Hanapepe.
For more information call Evan 346-2395
Please direct rsvp and inquiries to: makaala@hawaiian.net
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THURSDAY,
DEC. 10 AT 6PM
At the Moikeha Room, CIVIC CTR - LIHUE
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2009 Kaua`i Energy Conference"Saving Green by Living Green" Energy Conservation & Efficiency for Kaua`i Friday, December, 11, 2009 * Grand Hyatt Kaua`i Kaua`i Economic Development Board's 2009
Kaua`i Energy Conference
This year's Conference theme is "Saving
Green by Living Green," focusing on how to save money by saving energy
through the latest and greatest in energy conservation measures. This
one-day Conference will take place at the Grand Hyatt Kaua`i on Friday,
December 11, 2009 and is open to the public. You should already start
seeing flyers, banners and emails - as well as hear radio announcements
and interviews - regarding the Conference. Agenda
and other details are available at the KEDB website at www.kedb.com
Visit the 2009 Kaua`i Energy Conference and start "Saving Green by Living Green!" If you have any questions, please contact KEDB at 08-245-6692 or Susan Tai at stai@kedb.com. Mahalo!
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Hawaii Farmers Union
Announcing a new voice
for grass-roots agriculture in our state, the
Hawaii Farmers Union. We are the newest branch of the National
Farmers Union, advocating for farmers, ranchers, fishers, and food sovereignty,
for over 107 years!
YOU
ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO GROW THE
HAWAII FARMERS UNION ON KAUAI!
All farmers and friends of farmers are invited to
the first meeting of the Kauai Chapter
of HFU, on Saturday, December 12, 2009, from 4-6 pm, at the Kilauea Neighborhood
Center, on Keneke Street.
Topics to be presented:A
brief history of NFU/HFU
What
HFU can do for you
What
you can do for HFU=Join! We have very reasonable rates, so
join us as a farmer or friend of farmers
An
invitation for agricultural leaders to join the core group of the Kauai Chapter
An
invitation for one of our farmers to fill the vacant seat on the Board of
Directors
For more
info call Patti Valentine at 652-0433, or email us: HFUKauai@gmail.com. Additional
meetings are planned for Lihue and Kalaheo in January 2010. Please share this announcement with your friends.
Our
mission: Hawaii Farmers Union
advances the rights of farmers to create vibrant and prosperous agricultural
communities for the benefit of all through cooperation, legislation, and
education.
www.HawaiiFarmersUnion.org
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 Though this is not a certification course, however,
there is one being offered in January on Maui.
For more details, see the end of this newsletter. |
 Preparing for Tomorrow Through Responsible Actions TodayNow is the time to join the Malama Kaua'i Green Business Program (GBP). The program offers locally owned, independent businesses the opportunity to join an exciting, fun program that provides support to community businesses looking to minimize their environmental footprint. The GBP's goal is to help your business reduce waste and pollution while optimizing profits and customer relations. We want to see Kaua'i's local economy flourish through sustainable business practices that support the 'aina and encourage increased community responsibility. It really is that simple. The GBP has teamed up with KIUC, the County Recycling Office, and the Office of Economic Development to provide your business with the adequate tools needed for a smooth transition into superior efficiency. We offer a tiered level of green certification, providing assistance every step of the way. Our basic Membership Tier requires that every business go plastic/styrofoam-free, and recycle. In addition, if the business is a restaurant, it must purchase at least 25% local produce, when available, and if it is a office/retail business, it must use 30-100% recycled printing paper. After completing these simple, profound steps, and paying the low membership rate of $100, good for one year, you will become an official GBP member, receive placement on our 2010 island-wide Green Map, and have access to a wide range of member benefits (too numerous to mention here). It is time to let the community know of your commitment to environmental stewardship. The GBP is a great way to receive increased community visibility, publicity, advertising, and customer loyalty. Begin your journey today, laying the foundation for a better tomorrow.
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Open Space Density Bill will be heard at the
County Council on Wednesday, December 16
This bill could drastically reduce the potential for sprawl development on Kauai. Your attention to this matter is important.
For more information please check the Council agenda on their website.
They usually post agendas seven days before the scheduled meeting.
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 Kauai Coffee Landfill?
The second public meeting on the new landfill site is on Dec 16th from 6p - 9p at the Kalaheo School Cafeteria.
Voice your concern of the siting of the next county landfill.
Nearly everything related to the landfill site-selection process is posted on the county Web site, www.kauai.gov/government/departments/publicworks/solidwaste.
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 Sustainable Design in
Affordable Housing
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Kaua`i Planning & Action Alliance (KPAA) is hosting a
community meeting, co-sponsored by Kauai Architects Assoc. called Sustainable Design in Affordable Housing on
Thursday, Dec. 17th from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Kaua`i Community College Fine
Dining Room. Guest speakers Peter Arsenault, Architect and Sustainability
Consultant and David Rockwood, Associate Professor, UH School of Architecture
and others will discuss progressive practices that are being used in community
and building design, materials, and building techniques to make housing more
affordable.
RSVP by Dec. 14th at 632-2005 or email kpaa@kauainetwork.org. Free.
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ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS IN HAWAI`I:
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 Seed Symposium in April
Open-Pollinated
seed is being lost at a rapid rate-95% of varieties that were grown in
1900 are no longer available today. These varieties were the backbone
of the home garden and market farm for centuries. The Kohala Center
has received a grant through the USDA/ OREI (Organic Research and
Education Initiative) to hold a public Seed Symposium on April 17-18,
2010 at the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort in Kona. This assessment is
being sent to potential participants in hopes of gathering basic
information about interest and knowledge of seed growing and saving
that will assist us in planning a meaningful program for the
Symposium. If you are part of an agricultural organization or group in Hawai'i please forward this to your members.
It
is our greatest hope that statewide/islandwide seed working groups will
emerge from the symposium as well as further workshops to gather
knowledge, conduct variety trials, and hold field days to share seed
and information on-farm, leading to statewide production of high
quality seed for both the home and the market.
By the end of December The Kohala Center (www.kohalacenter.org)
will have a webpage up with details about the Symposium, "Hua Ka Hua -
Restore Our Seed", as well as a link to registration. Please take this
Seed Assessment on Survey Monkey as soon as possible. It takes about
10 minutes or less to complete: http://www.kohalacenter.org/seedsurvey.html
If you have any comments or questions, please contact me directly.
Mahalo for your participation and we hope to see you in Kona in April 2010,
Nancy
Nancy Redfeather, Coordinator
Hua Ka Hua - Restore Our Seed, April 17-18, 2010, Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort, Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i
808-322-2801
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 In this season of giving please remember that it all will end up somewhere and 'away' isn't somewhere else, it's here.
If you haven't see the STORY OF STUFF, consider this invitation to watch a little gift to you this holiday season! |
The information contained in this communication is to be used for educational purposes only
and may not reflect the opinions of the board, staff, members or sponsors.
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MALAMA KAUA`I RADIO
presents
Stacy Mitchell
Author of "Big-Box Swindle" & a Senior Researcher at the New Rules Project
Friday, December 11
Noon-1pm
KKCR.org, 91.9, 92.7 FM
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