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04 December 2008

eco holiday gift guide: for dad

Dad -- he's usually the one who has everything. Hopefully, you can surprise him with one of these green gifts.

Under $100

Casio Men's G-Shock Solar Atomic Watch #GW500AJP-1AV
$99 at Amazon

Black & Decker NHT518-1 18-Volt Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer
$93.99 at Amazon

Buckshot Organic Cotton Flannel Shirt
$75 at Patagonia

Under $75

Planet Earth - The Complete BBC Series
$54.99 at Amazon

Organic Cotton Polo Shirt
$50 at Patagonia

Under $50

Totally Bamboo Longa Tonga Cutting Board
$49.99 at Amazon

EverLite Solar Headlamp
$47.95 at Amazon

Man vs. Wild - Season 1 (6 DVD set)
$31.99 at Amazon

Warm and Fuzzy Scarf
(other colors available)
On sale $26.37
at OriginalGood

Under $25

Teko EcoMerino Wool Light Hiking Crew Socks

$17.95 at REI

Every Litter Bit Helps Journal
$17.95 at OriginalGood

Back to Basics: A Complete Guide to Traditional Skills, Third Edition by Abigail R. Gehring
$16.47 on Amazon

Lodge Logic 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned Skillet (cast iron)
$15.29 at Amazon

Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Water Bottle (27 oz)
$11.99 at Amazon

The Complete Guide to Reducing Energy Costs (Consumer Reports: You Need to Know)
$10.85 at Amazon

03 December 2008

save our living museums

[Image: Norbert Rosing for National Geographic]

Everybody's slashing budgets right now, and some of our most treasured places are getting hit hard in the aftermath. Help keep our gardens, zoos, and aquaria funded by signing this letter to Governor David Paterson and your representatives.

Support these groups by becoming a member:
New York Botanical Garden
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Wildlife Conservation Society (NY Zoos and Aquarium)

local holiday shopping

There are a lot of great holiday shopping options right here in NYC that support local and/or sustainable artisans. Avoid the madness of big box shopping and keep it local. Check 'em out:

Sustainable NYC
139 Avenue A (@ 9th St)
They've got more sustainable goods than you can shake a stick at. Plus, I hear they've opened a bigger store with even more selection.

Buy in Brooklyn Snowflake Celebration
On Thursday, December 11th, check out the deals offered at Brooklyn businesses (here's the list of participants)

Union Square Holiday Market
Union Square
Holiday goodies abound... just be sure to go on off hours (or rainy days) to avoid the crowds.

Young Designer's Market
268 Mulberry St (btwn Houston & Prince)
Jewelry, vintage duds, and knitwear -- just some of the locally designed items you'll find at the market.

Edge*nyNOHO
65 Bleecker St (btwn B'way & Lafayette)
A modern day agora in a store front on Bleecker St featuring a range of products from local artisans.

Organic Avenue
101 Stanton St (btwn Orchard & Ludlow)
You'll find all kinds of treats here: organic, raw, and vegan edibles; books; cosmetics; and even some organic clothing items.

Kaight
83 Orchard St (btwn Grand & Broome)
Cool eco fashion and jewelry, in a friendly down-to-earth atmosphere.

Gominyc
443 E 6th St (btwn Ave A and 1st)
More eco duds for your favorite earth-loving fashionista.

and don't forget to BYOB!

02 December 2008

eco holiday gift guide: for the philanthropist

You know who they are, the person who says "I don't want any gifts, please!" Honor their wishes and get them the gift of compassion and good will.

Heifer International
Gift a goat (or other charitable gift) for a family in need

Oxfam Unwrapped
Invest in a small business, to help someone get started in the right direction

Center for Biological Diversity
Support their cause by making a donation in the recipient's name

The Nature Conservancy
Adopt an acre in the US or plant trees in Brazil in their name

Environmental Working Group
Get a Pollution Solutions Holiday Gift Bag when you donate

World Wildlife Fund
Adopt an endangered animal (symbolically, of course)

Farm Sanctuary
Adopt a farm animal like Susie Moo, here (you don't get to take her home)

Global Giving
A gift card so the recipient can decide where their donation will go
(Choose the email version to save resources!)

Or find their favorite cause on Charity Navigator.

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