Fairfield
GreenTeam
Working together to grow a sustainable community

Welcome to Fairfield GreenTeam, the community resource guide that is focused on green and sustainable living in FairfieldCT. Fairfield GreenTeam provides Fairfield business owners and residents a place to find local information as well as community events that provide opportunities to share ideas, engage in activities which will promote sustainability in Fairfield, and provide resources and information needed to make environmentally friendly choices every day.
Town Of Fairfield 
presents
Live Consciously This Summer
(Always the First Tuesday)
August 3rd, 2010
2070 Post Road, Fairfield
6:00-8:00 p.m. 
RSVP HERE

Special Events in
Fairfield County

Dirt: The Movie
With Reception, Exhibitors & Panel Discussion

Wednesday, July 14th 
Audubon Greenwich
6:00 pm: Reception
7:00 pm: Film Screening 

RSVPs required and space is very limited. To secure your seats now, buy tickets online for $12/person or RSVP and pay $15.00 at the door, space permitting. To buy online, visit www.brownpapertickets.com/event/114370
To RSVP, call Jeff at 203-869-5272 x239 to check door ticket availability.

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Annual Events in
Fairfield County

CT Challenge
Saturday, July 24th
Fairfield

Live Green  CT
September 18th-19th
Taylor Ranch Park
Norwalk, CT

Green Market
Exposition
October 8th-9th, 2010
Friday-Saturday
Barnum Museum
820 Main Street
Bridgeport, CT


Fairfield County
Green Faire
November 17th, 2010
Wednesday
Stamford Marriott Hotel  Spa
Stamford, CT

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Bike and Walk Enthusiasts of Fairfield:

Great news!  The Town of Fairfield and the Greater Bridgeport Regional Planning Agency are currently conducting a town-wide bicycle and pedestrian study.  Your input is very important!  Please participate by taking five minutes to answer the survey questions online.  Go to:  http://www.fairfieldct.org/bikewalksurvey.htm


Also, if you have a suggestion as to where bike racks are needed around town, please contact Lauren Lanham in the First Selectman’s Office at 203-256-3030 orllanham@town.fairfield.ct.us.  Eight bike racks have already been placed at Lake Mohegan, the Gazebo, Veteran’s Park, Chef’s Table, the Southport Freight Station and town beaches.

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The Connecticut Challenge charity bike ride is scheduled for Saturday, July 24th, starting and finishing in FairfieldCT.  Riders of all ages and skill levels can register for a 12, 25, 50, 75 or 100-mile ride and raise funds from personal sponsors to support their efforts.  To learn more about riding, volunteering or donating to the 2010 event, please visit:



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Southwestern Connecticut Green Building Council
(A branch of CTGBC)

The SCTGBC is a branch of the Connecticut Green Building Council. We are a diverse, energetic group of professionals who are interested in sustainability and environmental issues.

SCTGBC Membership: 
Please join the CTGBC online and select"SCGBC" as your area of interest. 

Contact SCTGBC:
To be added to our mailing list or for further information email: 
info@sctgbc.org


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Center For a 
Sustainable Future
Gateway 
Community College

Robust Education and Training Programs Preparing The In-State Green Workforce of The Future.
Credit Free Programs in Energy and Sustainability 
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BlueGreen Research Institute 

When you want to grow, develop, propose, locate, or connect and need specific 

information fast, there is a smart new resource that can make it easy to sort out        

your options and get going.

The BlueGreen Research Institute is a boutique service provider assisting workforce, economic and community development entities to understand complex issues related to policy, strategy, and human capital 

planning. Our goal is to help clients understand and use data to make practical and professional decisions related to 

their industries, while providing access to “Blue Oceans” of opportunities in growing Green and mature industries. 


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Voting has begun for 2010!!
Click HERE to vote
For your favorite 
Sustainable Businesses and
Organizations

Congratulations to 2009
Town of Fairfield 
Green Coast Award Winners:

Leader in Environmental Commitment
Larry Kaley

Leader in Environmental Education
River Lab

Leader in Open Space Conservation
Aspetuck Land Trust

Leader in Workplace Practices
Bigelow Tea

Lawn Care
MowGreen.US

Restaurant Take-Out
Health In a Hurry
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Conservation Commission
 - Town Hall, 611/725 Old Post Rd. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-256-3071; fax 203-256-3080
 
CT Audubon Society - www.ctaudubon.org 
(independent)
1. Connecticut Audubon Center at Fairfield. 2325 Burr St. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-259-6305; fax 203-254-7635 
2. Connecticut Audubon Birdcraft Museum - 314 Unquowa Rd. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-259-0416; fax 203-259-1344 
birdcraft@ctaudubon.org
Connecticut Climate Coalition (aka Clean Water Action) c/o Rob Wall & Brooke Sutter, Fairfield, CT 06824 203-256-0038
cbswall@optonline.nethttp://www.newenglandclimate.org/connecticut.htm
Connecticut Citizens Transportation Lobby - c/o Jill Kelly and Carol Leighton, Fairfield, CT. 
info@ct-ctl.org - www.ct-ctl.org 
Fairfield Friends of Open Space - 203-254-6414 
www.friendsofopenspace.org 
Fairfield GreenTeam - 1290 Post Road, Suite 207 Fairfield, CT 06824. 203-536-4695
info@fairfieldgreenteam.org www.fairfieldgreenteam.org 
Ash Creek Open Space - Riverside Dr. & Turney Rd. Fairfield, CT 203-256-3144
Friends of Ash Creek - 72 Kenwood Ave. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-259-5605 [ph/fax]
rtking401@aol.com
Fairfielders Protecting Land and Neighborhoods - P.O. Box 413, Fairfield, CT 06824. 203-257-3336 
www.fairfieldersplan.org
Mill River Wetland Committee - River Lab Center, 476 Old Mill Rd. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-259-1847; fax 203-372-0862 river-lab@juno.co - www.river-lab.org
 
Riverfield Improvement Society - 67 Adams Rd. Fairfield, CT 06824 ducks@delara.com -www.riverfieldducks.org
Protect Fairfield - info@ProtectFairfield.org - www.protectfairfield.org
South Western CT Clean Cities Coalition - Coordinator: Ed Boman, 725 Old Post Rd. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-256-3010 eboman@town.fairfield.ct.us
 
Stratfield Improvement Association - c/o Clifton Freedman, 10 Wynn Wood Drive, Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-374-8624; fax 203-365-0356 Clif@vineyardvacationhomes.com
Fairfield Bridle Trails Association 
Southern New England Herpetological Association - 2325 Burr St. Fairfield, CT 06430. 203-259-6305; fax 203-254-7673 
Trout Unlimited, Nutmeg Chapter - PO Box 1594, Fairfield, CT 06835. 203-227-9085; fax 203-226-3611 info@nutmegtu.org - http://www.nutmegtu.org
Fairfield University Program in Environmental Studies - 1073 North Benson Road,  Fairfield, Connecticut 06430. 203-254-4000 www.fairfield.edu/x3439.html
Sacred Heart University Environmental Science Program - College of Arts and Sciences, Room SC101 D, 5151 Park Ave. Fairfield, CT 06432. 203-365-7546; fax 203-371-7888 alkhatibe@sacredheart.edu - www.environmentalscience.sacredheart.edu

Fairfield Garden Club
Greenfield Hill Garden Club
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Sunlight Solar is dedicated to educating our customers and empowering them to make intelligent buying decisions.
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MowGreen.US       

Reduce Greenhouse Gases, Noise & Air Pollution, Spillage & Reliance on Oil, Dust, Traffic, Obesity & Unemployment!  

Get Tanning!  Get Aerobic! Earn $For Exercising! Burn Fat, Not Fuel!  Take Earth Action in Your Yard! Get Healthier Grass!

Let MowGreen Mow For You, or With You

Seeking Conscientious Clients & Health - Conscious Mowers.

Established in 2007, MowGreen.US is in Fairfield & New Haven Counties and expanding.

MowGreen.US
203/209-5979
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CT Environmental Headlines is more than a blog, or website, or daily e-mail. It is a community of individuals and organizations who share an interest in and a commitment to the conservation and preservation of Connecticut’s environment.

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Monthly Events:

Town of Fairfield Green Drinks

First Tuesday of the month
The Shack
6:00-8:00

Organic beverages available. No admission charged.

Town of Fairfield
Green Drinks
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Always The First Tuesday Of The Month
Always Taco Tuesday
The Shack
2070 Post Rd, Fairfield
Town of Fairfield
Green Drinks 
Schedule

May 4
Native Plants

June 1
Green-a-thon

July 6
Healthy Living


August 3
Locally Grown Food

September 7
Special Event
October 5
Special Event
November 2
Green Coast Awards
December 7
Celebrate the Holidays
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See Video of April Green Drinks Featuring:
Aquarion Water 
River Watch/Harbor Watch
Green Market Exposition


Tuesday, August 3rd
Featured Guests:
  
PTAC Green Team

Learn More About 
PTAC Green Team

PTAC Green Team  at 
August Fairfield Green Drinks:

It is often said that our children are the future.  In addition, we have a responsibility to our children to leave them a healthy planet.  With that in mind, the PTA Council has a new standing committee - the Green Team.  Come find out about all the Green initiatives the Green Team will be implementing in the Fairfield school district in the new school year, and ways that you can get involved.

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SPECIAL OFFER FROM 
$100 Value
To qualify for two free weeks at 
Fit Body Boot Camp, 
join us on Tuesday July 6th, from  
6:00-8:00 p.m. and sign up!
To qualify for this offer you must sign up at the July 6th Fairfield Green Drinks.
The two weeks includes 6 free classes and there is no obligation

Did you ever think you could  lose twice the weight in half the time?  With Fairfield Fit Body Boot Camp you'll do just that.  Our fitness formula is designed for you to melt fat, tone up, and burn calories while having fun. To qualify for two free weeks, join us on Tuesday June 1st at 6:00.
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Get the Gas Off the Grass with
Reel Mowing!

MowGreen.US cuts pollution & noise--at the same price as “dirty” lawn care, which creates 6 to 10% of US air pollution. 

Established in 2007, MowGreen.US is in Fairfield, Litchfield, New Haven Counties in CT and expanding. MowGreen seeks local owners/partners to grow, offering low start-up costs for individual franchises.

*Sign-up for MowGreen Lawn Service
*Work for MowGreen
*Start your own MowGreen Franchise

For more information, please visit www.MowGreen.US, or call 203.209.5979.
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The first 50 guests who arrive will receive a complimentary copy of E Magazine and Natural Awakenings Magazine, available at the Fairfield Green Drinks reception table. 

Also, learn more about pharmaceuticals in the environment by visiting Edibles Advocate Alliance and reading about antibiotics that threaten our food supply.

Town of Fairfield Green Drinks is a casual gathering of green-minded people interested in sharing ideas about sustainability. No charge to attend and all are welcome. Ample free parking available.

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Fairfield Farmers’ Market at the Promenade at 
The Brick Walk
 1189-1215 Post Road between the Jos. A. Bank and Trek stores 
 June 5th-October 31th, 2010
Every Saturday from 9-12 

Please Support:

Mitchell Farm
Chaplin Farm
Eagle Hill Farm
Red Bee Honey
Trudy & Sage Soap
Moorefield Herb Farms
Oronoque Farms
El’s Kitchen
Black Rose Gallery
Amore Baking Company
Sweets Gluten-free


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September 18th-19th
Taylor Farm Park
Norwalk, CT
To Request Info Click HERE

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Fairfield's Earth Day: 4-Minute Promo 
from Fairfield Earthday on Vimeo.

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Green Drinks International

Every month people who work in the environmental field meet up at informal sessions known as Green Drinks.

We have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business. Come along and you'll be made welcome. Just say, "are you green?" and we will look after you and introduce you to whoever is there. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there’s always a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic, self-organising network.

These events are very simple and unstructured, but many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas, done deals and had moments of serendipity. It's a force for the good, and we hope you will join us sometime!

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Coming this Fall:

The Second Annual Green Market Exposition
October 8th-9th, 2010
Barnum Museum
Bridgeport, CT
Celebrate An Emerging Green Collar Economy: