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Bethesda Green relies on corporate sponsorships, grants, in-kind donations and individual contributions to develop programs and outreach that support the local economy, create a healthier community and provide information about innovative sustainable businesses and living solutions. Businesses can participate at a variety of commitment levels.
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Bethesda Central Farm Market -- Every Sunday, 9 am - 1 pm on Elm Street between Woodmont and Wisconsin Aves.
FreshFarm Market -- Every Saturday, 9 am - 1 pm on Norfolk Ave. between Fairmont and St. Elmo Aves.
Sustainable Office Seminar -- Tuesday, Sept. 20, 8-11 am at Bethesda Green. Seminar will feature specialists in office and environmental design; work safety; operational information technology; organizational structure and design-making; and personal, physical and mental health. Register here.
Community Service Week Info Session -- Thursday, Sept. 22, noon-1 pm at Bethesda Green. Learn more about Montgomery County's Community Service Week, Oct. 16-22 and how your group can get involved.
BG 101 -- Thursday, Sept. 29, 4 - 5:30 pm. Bethesda Green orientation and review of upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. info@bethesdagreen.org.
Maryland Clean Energy Summit 2011 -- RE-SCHEDULED, Oct. 27-29, and RE-LOCATED to Baltimore Hilton Inner Harbor, 401 West Pratt St. "Investing in Energy to Generate Jobs," Maryland is building a cleaner energy future, and the Summit will offer strategic insight on this emerging economic engine. More >>
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Local Green Champions to be Announced at Bethesda Green Gala
Businesses, non-profits, community organizations and individuals whose innovations, practices and lifestyles promote environmental sustainability -- winners and runner-ups of the 2011 Bethesda Magazine Green Awards -- will be announced and their achievements recognized at the 2nd Annual Bethesda Green Gala, Wednesday, October 5, 6-10 pm at the Round House Theatre, 4545 East-West Highway in Bethesda.
"The Gala is our time to come together as a community to  recognize, be inspired by, and celebrate the achievements of our green champions," said Bethesda Green Executive Director Dave Feldman. "They are truly pioneers in local environmental stewardship."
The Green Award Winners were selected by an independent panel of judges, which reviewed more than 80 submitted nominations. "The judges and I were very impressed by the quality, creativity and commitment of the nominees," said Steve Hull, editor and publisher of Bethesda Magazine. "There are an extraordinary number of people in our community who are devoting their lives to finding local and global solutions to address climate change and other environmental problems."
Tickets for the Gala, a fundraiser for Bethesda Green, cost $100 per person and include a silent auction, beer, wine, beverages, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and a dessert reception following the ceremony.
More information about the Gala can be found here.
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Coming Soon -- Green Home Expo
FREE Educational Event at Bethesda Green
Saturday, October 22
10 am - 4 pm
Learn easy ways to green your home and save money. Presentations will cover conservation, efficiency and renewable energy. In addition to industry vendors, meet representatives from nonprofits and Montgomery County government.
- Conservation tips and products
- Clean energy options
- Recycling
- Storm water management
- Composting
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- And more!
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Last Call for Dinner -- Monday Sept. 19 with Bethesda Green and Full Plate Ventures 
Connecting farmers, food, and
community in three meals
We started with Breakfast Sunday August 21, followed by Lunch Saturday, Sept. 10, at Rocklands Farm in Poolesville. Now it's time for Dinner, Monday, Sept. 19, at Chef Tony's Restaurant in Bethesda.
On the Farm; Around the Table is a series co-hosted by Full Plate Ventures and Bethesda Green. Enjoy three meals while meeting those who are building a healthy, local, sustainable food system. Questions may be sent to food@bethesdagreen.org.
Savor Local Flavor: Dinner with Chef Tony
Monday, September 19, 7-10 pm
Chef Tony's Restaurant, 4926 St. Elmo Avenue, Bethesda
Chef Tony specializes in seafood and plans his menu based on what's at its peak of ripeness that very day. During a fabulous four-course dinner, Chef Tony will talk about sourcing and cooking with seasonal and local ingredients.
Reserve your space for dinner
We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors and contributing partners.
Sponsors
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Advocates Chef Tony's Restaurant Norman's Farm Market Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future Contributing Partners Bella Terra Family Farm Bethesda Central Farm Market Button Farm Calleva EverGreen Home Coffee Future Harvest growing SOUL Honest Tea LetterSpace Creative
MeatCrafters Montgomery Countryside Alliance Rocklands Farm Slow Food D.C. South Mountain Creamery Yamas Mediterranean Grill |
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County Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Accepting Applications
Interested in upgrading your home to improve comfort, reduce energy costs and even boost long-term home value? Montgomery County, using a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, is offering a one-time program to help you pay for the costs of these improvements.
The Montgomery County Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program offers incentives to homeowners for energy efficiency improvements such as insulation, heating and cooling systems, and appliances. Owners of single family properties and condominiums can apply for up to $3,000 of funding per applicant.
To be eligible, each applicant must have an energy audit from an auditor participating in the Maryland Home Performance with ENERGY STAR or a utility (e.g., Pepco, BG&E, Potomac Edison) audit program. Homeowners are encouraged to use these funds in concert with other incentives available from utilities, the Maryland Energy Administration and others.
Detailed information on the program, audit requirements, application, and other sources of funding can be found here.
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