Looking for something green-related to do this weekend? Look no further than our own Green Community Calendar.
Ellenton Farmers Market- Saturday, July 25; 8 am – 1 pm. Ellenton Farmers' Market will be the largest year-round market in florida that specializes in "green" natural, organic and environmentally friendly products that makes for a healthier lifestyle and a better environment. Located just North of the Prime Outlet Mall in Ellenton, Florida (exit 224, Old Exit 43, off I – 75).
People’s Use of Plants Through Time- Saturday, July 25; 9:00 am – 11:00 am. Join us for an engaging ethnobotany class and hike to learn about native plants and their many uses. Humans have traditionally used plants for food, shelter, tools, and medicine. Learn about the natural and cultural history of common Florida plants. Call us for more information and to register. This program is free and open to the public. Recommended for adults. Weedon Island Preserve- 1800 Weedon Drive N.E. St. Petersburg, FL 33702.
Gulfport Green Market- Saturday, July 25; 10 am-5 pm. Gulfport Goes Green is Tampa Bay’s premier monthly street fair and expo focused on green and healthy living, eco-consciousness and sustainability. It is a free public gathering in the Gulfport, Florida and welcomes all ages on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10AM through 5PM in the Gulfport Waterfront District. This July 25 activities will include:computer recycling by the Gulfport Technology Center, clothing swap hosted by LocalShops1.com to benefit Salvation Army, book swap coordinated by Small Adventure Books, green vendors and informational presentations, household battery recycling at The Outpost, Herbalwise offering information on herbal remedies and how to start your own backyard herb garden. Gulfport Florida Waterfront District (Beach Boulevard south of 28th Ave S).
This article appears in Jul 29 – Aug 4, 2009.