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Greetings!
Maybe Kermit was wrong? Thanks to the Urban Farmer Store, it is EASY TO BE GREEN.
Check out this month's newsletter for information on new rainwater and graywater harvesting products, plus updates on popular drip irrigation products.
Our sale on Kichler Landscape Lighting including their complete energy-saving LED line continues through September 22.
And don't forget to register for new classes.
Thanks for being our customer!
Special Note: All Stores close only on Monday, September 6 to observe Labor Day. Take the day off! We reopen for business on Tuesday, September 7 at 7:30am.
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Register Now for New Fall Classes
 We're introducing several new seminars on eco-friendly practices and products.
(click the links below each seminar to register at the location and date most convenient to you)
Introduction to Graywater: Laundry to Landscape
by Laura Allen
The best methods and practices of graywater will be taught at this 2 hour class by Laura Allen. Laura is a Bay Area educator and graywater activist. She has a BA in
Environmental Science from UC Berkeley, and a teaching credential and masters
in education from the New College of California.
She is a founding member of 'Graywater Action', and designs and leads
hands-on graywater workshops and trainings. As part of the stakeholders group she worked on the new California graywater code.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 7pm in San Francisco Store
Thursday, September 28, 2010, 1pm in the Richmond Store
Rainwater Harvesting - Get ready for the rain!
Learn how a rainwater harvesting system work and how to get the most
out of your system. We'll cover tanks and barrels, first flush
diverters, dowmspout connections, overflow, and discharge options.
Saturday, October 9, 10am at the San Francisco Store
Saturday, October 16, 2pm at the Mill Valley Store
Saturday, October 23, 10am in the Richmond Store Classroom
Outdoor Lighting Essentials: Meet the new LEDs
As we get ready to enjoy our Indian Summer evenings, it's time to
switch incandescent and halogen lamps to LED retrofits. If you're
installing a new system, LED fixtures can use smaller wires and
transformers,,
saving you money from the start. The color of the light is beautiful. Plus, they reduce electrical usage by up to 75% and are guaranteed last for
15 years!
Wednesday, October 13, 7pm at the San Francisco Store
Wednesday, October 27, 6pm at the Mill Valley Store
Saturday, October 16, 10:30am in the Richmond Store Classroom
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Clean Rain Made Easy
Easy downspout diverter makes rainwater harvesting a snap
 Here's a fast way to connect your rain barrel or tank to any standard residential downspout
With this ingenious device, simply cut out a segment of a downspout and insert the Clean Rain all in one rainwater diverter filtration & collection system.
It's a rain head, leaf eater, debris separator
and fully automatic first flush diverter all in one compact device.
When your rain barrel or tank is full, simply switch flow back to downspout.
Can be painted to match house or trim color.
Prices start at $89.
See it in action - click here to watch video.
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Netafim Self-Piercing
Emitters
Critical color-code changes
coming!
Opportunity to update your inventory to industry standards
 Netafim's best pressure compensating drip emitter with it's
flushing action and check valve just got better with a self-piercing barb.
These self-cleaning emitters work even when buried!
But with this self-piercing improvement we
are faced with industry-wide color code changes for emitter flow rates.
As we roll-out these exceptional emitters we want to
minimize the tears you cry and the water you waste so we're offering an
one-for-one stock exchange for all of your unused, re-saleable Netafim
emitters.
Switch them all out next time you're in the store, but do so before
the end of the year.
If you want to stock-up on Netafim emitters with the
obsolete color codes, please do so before the end of the year. The old
color-coding will be phased-out industry-wide and the Urban Farmer Store will
no longer sell them.
Confirm color codes for flow rates in the field by using a
magnifying glass to see the flow rates molded into the black end of the
emitter. Flow rates are expressed in L/H, (liters per hour) because the rest of
the world is metric.
NEW COLOR CODES
Blue flow rate = 2
L/H = 1/2 GPH
Black flow rate = 4
L/H = 1 GPH
Red flow rate = 8 L/H
= 2 GPH
Key Features & Benefits -
Self-Piercing
Barb: easy to
install, no tools required.
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1.5 psi
Internal Check Valve: prevents low emitter drainage.
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Anti-Siphon
Operation: prevents
contamination.
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Pressure
Compensating: delivers the
same flow 7-50 psi.
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Self-Cleaning
Action: Exclusive
TurboNet® flow path provides continuous
self-cleaning action during operation.
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New
2-in-1 Design Pro Stainless Steel Accent Light from Kichler
Take advantage of our 20% offer through September 22.
Here's a great accent light designed for underwater use in ponds, fountains, and other water
features.
It can also be used out of water. It is ideal for wood decks and overhangs. It's supplied with
versatile mounting brackets.
Features:
· Outperforms a 20 watt 40 degree MR- 16 halogen (BAB).
· 40,000 hours lifespan.
· Filled and sealed with two types of premium encapsulate to ensure fixture is completely watertight.
· Rugged stainless steel housing - no corrosion or finish deterioration
 Model 15778 BK
Heavy weight 1 prong underwater light accessory for standard installations. Provides advanced direction
capability.
 Model 15777 SS
Stainless steel easy mount bracket for use above ground
on any surface - ideal for wood and masonry when used
on decks, patios or overhangs.
Click to download more information & technical specifications
Take another 20% off all in stock Kichler products (includes fixtures, transformers and accessories) during our
pre-season sale.
Sale ends on the autumnal equinox, September 22!
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Laundry to Landscape
Graywater Kit Now Available
Harvest graywater for thriving trees and shrubs
 With proper planning laundry rinse water can be a great way
irrigate selected areas of the landscape.
It's usually easy to divert a washing
machine hose.
Only a couple of loads of laundry a month can provide enough
graywater for trees and shrubs to thrive throughout the summer months.
We've created a starter kit with all the
hard-to-find parts with easy to follow instructions.
Many factors should be considered before you get started so
we're taking reservations now for upcoming classes.
Pre-register for your preferred Graywater course location by clicking here.
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Bay Friendly Coalition 2010 Conference
 Transforming Urban Landscapes to Protect Our Water Resources
Build your skills and knowledge of sustainable landscaping by attending the 2010 Bay-Friendly Conference and MarketPlace.
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Learn how to cost effectively minimize environmental impacts while promoting ecological potential.
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Get the most recent information from experienced professionals and practitioners.
- Discover innovative landscaping products and services.
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Improve your skills, knowledge & bottom line.
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Gain continuing education credits.
When: Friday, September 17th, 2010 8:00am - 5:00pm
Where: St. Mary's Event Center, San Francisco
Keynote Speaker Brad Lancaster
Register by September 1st to qualify for the smart controller raffle!
The 2010 Bay-Friendly Landscape
Conference and Marketplace will feature interactive sessions,
professional networking, and a marketplace of cutting-edge technologies
and products. Experts will offer practical tools and solutions to
creating landscapes that conserve natural resources, prevent pollution,
and cut greenhouse gas emissions while working with the uniqueness of
the San Francisco Bay watershed.
For landscape professionals in the public and private sectors.
Pre-Conference Tour: Don't
miss a unique opportunity to visit a diverse selection of innovative
large-scale Bay-Friendly landscapes in the pre-conference tour on
Thursday, September 16, 2010 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with a Bay-Friendly Qualified landscape architect as your tour guide.
Click to view registration information
Download PDF schedule
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West Coast Green Conference: September 30-October 2
 While new green events emerge every year, West Coast Green represents
the largest milestone yet in the green innovation movement. The West
Coast Green experience is a feast of innovations, ideas and
opportunities designed to expand your business, widen your vision, and stimulate your thinking with the latest best practices and key players in building, business and design.
At West Coast Green you'll find over 300 exhibitors showcasing the latest in resource-efficiency among a stunning array of green
and healthy building products. Over 100 experts and visionary leaders
will be presenting their latest developments, insights, and inspiration
at the expanding frontiers of the field. And over 11,000 attendees
including the entire chain of professionals and decision-makers rarely
reached by other conferences are expected.
Click here to learn more and to register.
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Our Store Locations:
San Francisco:
2833 Vicente Street
San Francisco, CA 94116
Phone: (415) 661-2204
Fax: (415) 661-7826
Marin:
653
East Blithedale
Mill Valley, CA
94941
Phone: (415) 380-3840
Fax: (415) 380-3848
Richmond:
2121 San Joaquin
Street
Richmond, CA
94804
Phone: (510) 524-1604
Fax: (510) 524-9797
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