 
Let your voice be heard on our Facebook page!
|
NEXT PROGRAM
TODAY, JANUARY 20
2015 Environmental Recap
with guest Rona Kobell
Chesapeake Bay Journal
Wednesday on Living Green in Annapolis on WNAV 6 p.m. 1430AM, 99.9FM
|
The Climate Change agreement is a big deal, the ramifications of which will affect everyone because it establishes a long-term, durable framework to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions.
We will recap this historic agreement, what it means to the planet and what it means to you, on our radio program, Living Green in Annapolis on WNAV, on Feb. 3.
|
for the latest
HIGHLIGHTS
Thursday, Jan. 21
- Climate Stewards of Greater Annapolis Book Club Meeting & General Meeting
- Watershed Stewards Academy Class: Tools for Faith Based Organizing and Mobilizing Creation Care Ministry Friday, Jan. 22 - Film Screening: This Changes Everything Tuesday, Jan. 26 - Watershed Stewards Academy Class: Pollution Source Mini Conference Wednesday, Jan. 27 - Living Green in Annapolis on WNAV Interview with John Englander, oceanographer & sea level rise expert. Thursday, Jan. 28 - Tagging Blue Catfish: Following an Invasive Species and its Impact on Chesapeake Bay Life Saturday, Jan. 30 - Lecture by John Englander: Annapolis Prepares for Rising Seas - History Meets the Future - Sierra Club Annual Potluck Dinner
|
Annapolis Prepares for Rising Seas: History Meets the Future
Saturday, Jan. 30
4 p.m.
Key Auditorium
St. John's College
Learn about how global sea level rise will impact Annapolis and the greater Chesapeake region -- and planned responses -- from John Englander, a noted oceanographer, author, and president of the International Sea Level Institute. Free lecture at 4 p.m.; book signing at 5 p.m. His book, High Tide on Main Street, explains in plain English why sea levels will rise over the next 50 years - and what this coming coastal crisis means for you. Information & to RSVP.
And hear our interview with John Englander on Living Green in Annapolis on WNAV on Jan. 27, 6 p.m. |
Support Annapolis Green Be a Founding One Hundred Member or a Friend of Annapolis Green
Want to join in and make your mark on sustainability in the Annapolis are a? Consider becoming one of our Founding One Hundred. A Big Welcome to our newest Founding One Hundred sponsors: Nancy & Bob Plaxico!
Join the list below.
- Charlie Birney
- Infrared Tools Energy Services*
- Gene Singleton & Maureen McEnerney
- Keith & Helen Drewett*
- Doug Lashley / GreenVest
- Elvia Thompson
- Lynne & Mark Forsman
- Ralph Gleason
- Shelley & Eric Rubin
- Boatyard Bar & Grill
- John Nicklin
- Cohen Community Fund
- Towne Park
- Eastport Civic Association
- Galway Bay Irish Pub*
- The Brick Companies
- County Executive Steve Schuh
- Severn Savings Bank
- Paul Murphy
- Hannah Studios, Inc.
- Joe Budge & Sharon Kennedy*
- PNC Wealth Management
- K&B True Value
- Betty & Jim Davis*
- Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company
- Clean Currents
- John H. Stevens*
- EP Henry
- MOM's Organic Market
- La Prima Catering
- Jeannie Zajac*
- Vic Pascoe
- Robert Clark
- Mid-Atlantic GEM, LLC
- Dick Lahn
- Homestead Gardens
- Rick Kissel & Lee Finney
- Kevin Green
- Hannon Armstrong
- Clare Vanderbeek & Jack Morkan*
- Leonard Paper
- Watermark Journey
- Nancy & Bob Plaxico
-
Steve Kahle, SKA Studio
*multiple donations
|
|
|
|
Next Month: Revisit, Reuse, Rejoice...
a twist with Annapolis Green!(more below) We had a great time last week at
We started out the year venturing just bit out of town to highlight two of our favorite groups and all they do.
 Clean water begins with the stewardship of our rivers and streams, and we spotlighted the great work of our friends at the Magothy River Association. This is the 70th anniversary year of this all-volunteer group representing 46 communities along the Magothy River Watershed. It devotes its efforts to projects that protect the welfare of the river and its inhabitants.
Our other favorite is the Irish Restaurant Company and the example the company sets for our community in its sustainable efforts, philanthropy and just great food and drink. We know and love Galway Bay Irish Pub and Killarney House, but a visit to Brian Boru was overdue.
Thank you to owners Anthony Clarke and Michael Galway, as well as the staff, for the hospitality. The great food included local oysters, Irish favorite Shepherd's Pie, and other tasty appetizers. Learn more about the Irish Restaurant Company's Sustainable Practices.
We hope everyone picked up the information Magothy River Association Paul Spadaro gave us on the organization's initiative, including a floating garden "gizmo" (our word, not MRA's) that would make a unique Mother's Day gift. We'll have more details on that as we get closer to May. The important part is that the roots of floating plants will help to remove the pollution from the water they are floating in.
We also brought you up to date on the Annapolis Green House at 92 Maryland Avenue. We're transforming that charming space and hope you'll be a part of it. We love organizing our Green Drinks events. Nothing beats that person-to-person connection!
Save the date for our next Green Drinks on Tuesday, Feb. 16
at Pussers Caribbean Grille
at the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel
Tuesday, Feb. 16
Our theme is: Revisit, Reuse, Rejoice!
February will be a big month for Annapolis Green. There's lots to share that will shape this upcoming year for Annapolis Green. So, we're twisting the usual 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) like this:
Revisit - The Annapolis Waterfront Hotel. Yes, although still affiliated with Marriott, the hotel is celebrating its uniqueness and amazing re-branding and interior redesign. It's must see. Revisit the hotel and Pussers Caribbean Grille with us at Green Drinks!
Reuse - In this case, we're talking designing and furniture of our new office space. While attending the hotel's re-branding open house a few weeks ago, we met its amazing designers - Reiter Interiors. And, you guessed it, Reiter is helping us design the Annapolis Green House!
 Rejoice - Did you know it's the 10th Anniversary of Green Drinks Annapolis? On February 28, 2006, as a birthday present to herself, Lynne gathered about 20 people over a drink at the Rockfish (with warm memories of the late Charlie Bauer). We will be toasting our fabulous community and good things to come with updates on the Annapolis Green House opening this month! See you on February 16!
Here's a warm welcome to our newest Founding One Hundred sponsor: Architect Steve Kahle of SKA Studio. Welcome aboard!
|
Things are moving along at the
Annapolis Green House
92 Maryland Avenue
  Thanks to great work by Beers Flooring, our floors are now beautiful natural pine. Paint is next.
In order to get things right, we're postponing being open for business until the end of the month.
We'll give you a complete update next week.
Meanwhile, please consider being a part of our new digs by making a donation to buy a stave. See below.
|
Start with a Stave!
A Functional & Furnishing Fundraiser
for the Annapolis Green House!
|
| |
This is our staves inspiration wall at Great Frogs Winery -- Nate & Andrea O'Shea gave us some great advice and ideas. Ours wall will be just as beautiful! It's a great way to reuse aged wood.
|
Become a part of our new office & Green Community Center, the first its kind in our historic town... a place where organizations can meet, showcase their products and services, and, together, build a sustainable community... the Annapolis Green House!
Add your name to our Welcome Wall by making a donation to buy a personalized engraved stave and help the Annapolis Green House get a great start.
What's in it for you? The good feeling you'll get knowing that you provided funds for the Annapolis Green House to get off and running. The Welcome Wall of staves will be part of the Annapolis Green House in perpetuity, a tribute to those who provided funds for a great start!
- Engraved with your or your company's name
- 36 inches wide by 2-4 inches tall
- Only 100 will be sold
$200 a stave, or:
* One-Quarter barrel (7 staves) $1250
* Half-Barrel (14 staves) $2250
* Whole Barrel (28 staves) $4200
We've sold 47 so far, with our latest contributors being SKA Studio, Rick Leader, Jacqueline & Thomas Guild, the Chesapeake Legal Alliance, and the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. Thank you!
 We'd like to pose a challenge to everyone who signed the Welcome Wall. Buy a stave to have your name on our House permanently!
Help us get off and running: "Start with a Stave!"
|
|
|
31st Annual
Virginia Green Travel Conference
&
Mid-Atlantic Green Tourism Business Expo
Cycling Higher for Green Tourism Business
Monday & Tuesday, Jan. 25 & 26
Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
A special offer for Annapolis Green fans
 The Virginia Green Travel Alliance invites you to a great learning opportunity at its Viriginia Green Travel Conferrence -- at a discounted price. While sponsored by the Virginia's Green Travel program, this conference's offerings are certainly not state-specific. It features national and regional experts in Green tourism, including representatives from major hotel brands, national suppliers, and a feature presentation from Michael Oshman of the Green Restaurant Association. And the learning opportunities are certainly universal with technical workshops on a wide range of topics featuring award-winning Green tourism operators.
Annapolis Green fans: Enjoy a special conference rate of $99 (regular is $135). When you register, just enter the Promo Code of "MDGREEN" and hit "apply."
|
|
|
