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Public Tours
3rd Saturday & Sunday each month at 11 am • Noon • 1 pm • 2 pm; Admission: $3 per person, Missouri Botanical Garden
Members and Children
Age 12 & Under Free
In 2010, each month’s tours will focus on a different theme with particular attention given to that topic in addition to the general tour. Download schedule and details of public tour themes for 2010.
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No reservations or purchase of tickets in advance are needed for public tour weekends.
Note: EarthWays Center is in Grand Center, not on the main grounds of Missouri Botanical Garden.
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2010 Calendar of Events & Resources
Photo: Korey Hart
EarthWays Center staff: (back row, left to right) Gary Mackey; Jean Ponzi, Joyce Gorrell, Glenda Abney, Hope Breidenbach, Katy Mike Smaistrla, Deborah Frank; (front row, left to right) Kim Petzing, Korey Hart, Emily Andrews.
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Wednesday, February 3, 2010
7 – 8:30 p.m.
Homemade Garden Tools: Reusing and Repurposing in the Garden – Adult Class
Gardening doesn’t have to be expensive, especially when you re-use everyday objects for practical purposes. The backyard and garden shed are perfect places for inspired creativity and inventive uses for old and worn-out items. This winter, make a few simple tools to use in your own backyard next season. Katy Mike Smaistrla
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$10 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
7 – 8:30 p.m.
Home Plate: Backyard Chickens – Adult Class
Interested in keeping a few chickens in the backyard? Raising chickens is a fun and exciting journey in any setting! Join this introductory session on how to raise and keep chickens in urban and suburban environments. Learn about the benefits chickens, resources for coop building and hen selection, local ordinances, and more. Julia Weese-Young
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 CANCELLED
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Cashing In on Home Comfort – Adult Class
Make your home energy efficient, healthy, and comfortable while also saving money! We’ll discuss simple things you can do as well as the benefits of a whole-house energy assessment. The Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program will also be explained. Pizza and drinks provided. Korey Hart
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Tuesday, February 16. 2010 NEW DATE
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Green Roof Basics – Adult Class
Vegetative roofs slow down storm water runoff, help keep buildings cool – they can even cool our cities. Learn the what-how-why from a local guy who’s a national Green Roof expert, Kelly Luckett of Green Roof Blocks. Learn how a planted roof might work on your home, school, or commercial building. Kelly Luckett of Green Roof Blocks, with Jean Ponzi
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Thursday, February 18. 2010
6 – 8 p.m.
Composting Expanded: Bokashi – Adult Class
Tired of just throwing out all of those food scraps? Consider composting in a more creative way: bokashi buckets! In a space-saving bokashi system, effective microorganisms transform all kinds of kitchen waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Each registered participant will make their own unique bin during this hands-on workshop. Katy Mike Smaistrla
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$30 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $35 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday & Sunday, February 20 & 21, 2010 – EarthWays Home Public Tour Days
This month's theme: Here Comes the Sun. Download schedule and details of all 2010 public tour themes.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
7–9 p.m.
Reduction: A Focus on the First “R” Adult Class
Be a part of the solution by bringing less home in the first place! Helpful hints range from simple steps to reduce packaging waste to larger lifestyle changes like celebrating “Buy Nothing Day.” You’ll walk away with new ideas to save time, money, and natural resources.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Friday, March 5, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Greening Your Business Seminar Series: Enhancing Your Bottom Line Through Sustainability
Session 1: Sustainability Overview, Trends, Local Case Studies, and Sustainability Planning Tools. Other dates in the four-part series are March 19, April 9, and April 16, 2010.
William G. Russell, Greg Stine, Deborah Frank, and Glenda Abney
Missouri Botanical Garden – 4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis
Four-part series: $500 for the first participant from each organization;
$300 for each additional participant from an organization
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email joyce.gorrell@mobot.org.
Register online (with credit card) or download printable registration form (for payment by check).
Saturday, March 6, 2010
9:30 a.m.–Noon
Field Trip: Building Materials Reuse Store Adult Class
Deconstruction and selective demolition methods divert large amounts of materials from the waste stream and also provide local business opportunities. On this trip, we’ll take a look at the end life of a building and what happens when a physical structure is deconstructed. After hearing from the experts, we’ll tour (and shop!) a local reuse center.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
1–2:30 p.m.
Local Lore & “Localvores”: Soulard Adult Class
This neighborhood has a rich history, having survived urbanization, suburban flight, and a latter-day renaissance. What started as a mix of common fields and French-owned farms is now home to one of the most popular markets in town, and the cultural history is celebrated in two major street festivals every year. With a focus on architecture, urban land use, and green space, we’ll take a fresh look at one of the oldest neighborhoods around as we snack to support local business owners!
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Tuesday, March 9, 2010
6 – 8 p.m.
Rain Water Harvesting – Adult Class
Capturing rain water for re-use is good for the environment and saves you money! Local experts will explain the history of water use and treatment in St. Louis while introducing a variety of simple tools to use in your yard, such as rain barrels and rain gardens, to aid in water conservation. Pizza and drinks provided. Kim Petzing and guest speakers
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday, March 13 & Sunday, March 14, 2010 (2-day course)
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Alternative Building Workshop: Net-zero Energy Home Adult Class
Learn ways to cut your home’s energy costs up to 50% in this intensive workshop, taught by Dan Chiras, PhD., nationally noted author and energy expert. Practical strategies for new and existing homes address energy demand, passive-solar design and construction, implementing renewable energy systems, building and rehab costs, and more. Fee includes continental breakfast, handouts, and parking.
Dan Chiras
Commerce Bank Center for Science Education – 4651 Shaw Boulevard, St. Louis – Rooms 129 & 130
$80 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $95 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Friday, March 19, 2010
8:30 a.m. – noon
Greening Your Business Seminar Series: Enhancing Your Bottom Line Through Sustainability
Session 2—Segments of Sustainability: Ecoefficiencies, Productive Employees, and Profitable Bottom Line. Other dates in the four-part series are March 5, April 9, and April 16, 2010.
William G. Russell, Greg Stine, Deborah Frank, and Glenda Abney
Commerce Bank Center for Science Education at Missouri Botanical Garden – 4351 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis
Four-part series: $500 for the first participant from each organization;
$300 for each additional participant from an organization
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email joyce.gorrell@mobot.org.
Register online (with credit card) or download printable registration form (for payment by check).
Friday, March 19, 2010
2–4 p.m.
Field Trip: Textile Recycling Facility Adult Class
According to some statistics, textiles can account for up to 4% of the municipal waste stream. Alternatives do exist, and there are companies here in town accepting textile donations for recycling. On this trip, we’ll see how clothes are collected and sorted, and what they end up becoming through the recycling process. Morning munchies will be provided.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday, March 20 & Sunday, March 21, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “Down the Drain”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
During the March tours, learn why water conservation is so important and simple things you can do around your home, such as installing rain gardens and rain barrels. The unique features in the model bathroom will be on proud display, encouraging you to use the simple tips and techniques as well as an array of devices that are easy to install and operate; all focused on saving water and energy.
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
6:30–8 p.m.
Cashing in on Home Comfort Adult Class
Make your home energy efficient, healthy, and comfortable while also saving money! We’ll discuss simple things you can do, as well as the benefits of home energy assessments. The Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program will also be explained. Pizza and drinks provided. Program is offered four times, need only attend one.
Korey Hart
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Thursday, March 25, 2010
5:30 – 9 p.m.
Planning Your New Green Home – No “Greenwashing” Allowed! – Adult Class
Ready to build your dream home? Maximize your investment by building green! You will leave this intensive workshop an informed consumer of nationally-established rating systems, able to apply eco-logic to your planning and construction processes, and avoid unsubstantiated green claims. Print resources cover many specific homebuilding elements. Pizza and beverages provided. Jean Ponzi
EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member, $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
8:30–11:30 a.m.
Field Trip: Where is “Away” Leaving for the Landfill Adult Class
In this popular adult outing, we’ll take a trip to see where it actually goes when you throw your trash “away.” We’ll tour a local landfill and see one of the biggest compost heaps in town. Morning munchies will be provided.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, April 3, 2010
1–2:30 p.m.
Composting Completely Adult Class
If you’ve ever considered composting, but weren’t sure where to start, this is the workshop for you! Covering a complete assortment of bin types and structures, we’ll discuss pros and cons as well as the basics. Each participant will leave with a simple outdoor bin and enough information to begin composting right away.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$25 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $30 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
7–8:30 p.m.
Rain Barrel Workshop Adult Class
Discover the benefits and logistics of having a rain barrel at your home. Members of the River des Peres Watershed Coalition will conduct a brief introductory discussion on placement, construction, and other considerations followed by a hands-on session where participants will make their own barrel to take home! Cost for class is cost/barrel constructed.
Kim Petzing & members of the River des Peres Watershed Coalition
The Green Center 8025 Blackberry Avenue, St. Louis 63130
$45 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $55 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Friday, April 9, 2010
8:30 a.m. – noon
Greening Your Business Seminar Series: Enhancing Your Bottom Line Through Sustainability
Session 3—Implementing Your Sustainability Roadmap: Designing a Practical Approach for Achieving a More Sustainable Organization. Other dates in the four-part series are March 5, March 19, and April 9, 2010.
William G. Russell, Greg Stine, Deborah Frank, and Glenda Abney
Commerce Bank Center for Science Education at Missouri Botanical Garden – 4351 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis
Four-part series: $500 for the first participant from each organization;
$300 for each additional participant from an organization
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email joyce.gorrell@mobot.org.
Register online (with credit card) or download printable registration form (for payment by check).
Monday, April 12, 2010
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Rags and Reuse: Hands-on Textile Project Adult Class
Drawing inspiration from the Hooking Guild of St. Louis, we will explore reuse from the perspective of a folk tradition and handicraft. Using centuries-old techniques, textile artists today still create with whatever material is available. Join us in learning hands-on techniques to create unique cloth with a history.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
The Green Center 8025 Blackberry Avenue, St. Louis 63130
Free
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
7–8:30 p.m.
Backyard Chickens – Adult Class
Interested in keeping a few chickens in the backyard? Raising chickens is a fun and exciting journey in any setting! Join this introductory session on how to raise and keep chickens in urban and suburban environments. Learn about the benefits of chickens, resources for coop building and hen selection, local ordinances, and more.
Julia Weese-Young
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$25 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $30 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
6:30–8 p.m.
Cashing in on Home Comfort Adult Class
Make your home energy efficient, healthy, and comfortable while also saving money! We’ll discuss simple things you can do, as well as the benefits of home energy assessments. The Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program will also be explained. Pizza and drinks provided. Program is offered four times, need only attend one.
Korey Hart
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Friday, April 16, 2010
8:30 a.m. – noon
Greening Your Business Seminar Series: Enhancing Your Bottom Line Through Sustainability
Session 4—Integrating Sustainability into Your Corporate Strategy. Other dates in the four-part series are March 5, March 19, and April 16, 2010.
William G. Russell, Greg Stine, Deborah Frank, and Glenda Abney
Commerce Bank Center for Science Education at Missouri Botanical Garden – 4351 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis
Four-part series: $500 for the first participant from each organization;
$300 for each additional participant from an organization
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email joyce.gorrell@mobot.org.
Register online (with credit card) or download printable registration form (for payment by check).
Saturday, April 17 & Sunday, April 18, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “Urban Renewal”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
During the April tours, we will focus on the possibilities of recycling buildings and recycling neighborhoods, using the history of the EWC physical building as well as the Pulitzer “Urban Alchemy” exhibit.
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
6:30 8:30 p.m.
Plastic The Prolific Resource: Hands-On Jewelry Project Adult Class
By manufacturing beads and bangles from old #2 plastic containers, we’ll create striking, unique pieces of wearable art, and discuss the “pros” as well as the “pitfalls” of plastic. (Not quite the same as your mother’s old Bakelite vintage plastic jewelry but just as visually interesting!) You’ve heard about “upcycling,” so now learn about a resource that quickly “downcycles.”
Katy Mike Smaistrla
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$40 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $45 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, May 8, 2010
10–11:30 a.m.
Rain Barrel Workshop Adult Class
Discover the benefits and logistics of having a rain barrel at your home. Members of the River des Peres Watershed Coalition will conduct a brief introductory discussion on placement, construction, and other considerations followed by a hands-on session where participants will make their own barrel to take home! Cost for class is cost/barrel constructed.
Kim Petzing & members of the River des Peres Watershed Coalition
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$45 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $55 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, May 8, 2010
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Local Lore & “Localvores”: Old North Adult Class
This neighborhood is on the rise! Come join us as we meet with local leaders who have worked to get locally-owned businesses, a farmers’ market, and new housing started. After a quick environmental-justice themed tour, we’ll stop by a café for lunch and study our dessert options and community development principles.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, May 8, 2010
2:30–4 p.m.
Composting Completely Adult Class
If you’ve ever considered composting, but weren’t sure where to start, this is the workshop for you! Covering a complete assortment of bin types and structures, we’ll discuss pros and cons as well as the basics. Each participant will leave with a simple outdoor bin and enough information to begin composting right away.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$25 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $30 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Thursday, May 13, 2010
5:30–9 p.m.
Planning Your New Green Home No “Greenwashing” Allowed! Adult Class
Ready to build your dream home? Maximize your investment by building green! You will leave this intensive workshop an informed consumer of nationally-established rating systems, able to apply eco-logic to your planning and construction processes, and avoid unsubstantiated green claims. Print resources cover many specific homebuilding elements. Pizza and beverages provided.
Jean Ponzi
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$20 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $25 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, May 15 & Sunday, May 16, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “Right Plant, Right Place”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
During the May tours, the students at Clyde Miller High School who have been working with the EarthWays Center’s education programs will be on hand to address the importance of plants in and around your home. During this public tour weekend, you can learn more about both native plants in the outdoor landscape and indoor plants as they relate to Indoor Air Quality. May is also National Allergy/Asthma Awareness month, FYI!
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
6–7:30 p.m.
The Local Green Web Presence Adult Class
The World Wide Web is connecting St. Louis in many ways, including spreading access to green goods and sustainable services. Join guest bloggers, online store owners, and other website hosts as we explore the local and online green scene.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Commerce Bank Center for Science Education 4651 Shaw Boulevard, St. Louis CBEC Computer Lab 119
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, May 22, 2010
10 a.m.–Noon
Field Trip: Kaldi’s Coffee Adult Class
For people who care where their coffee comes from. We’ll visit St. Louis-based Kaldi’s Coffee where barista Mike Marquard will explain Kaldi’s Relationship Program, which focuses on purchasing coffee direct from the growers. Mike will also discuss the current practices and state of coffee growing and processing, especially focused on Costa Rica and Colombia. Afterwards, we’ll tour the roasting facility and finish with a professional “cupping.”
Michael Marquard and Kim Petzing
Meet at EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, May 22, 2010
12:30 2 p.m.
Local Lore & “Localvores”: The Hill Adult Class
This neighborhood is one of St. Louis’ most famous, due in part to strong traditions and robust identity. On this trip, we’ll visit with the neighbors, meet a few of the leaders that have strengthened their community, then stop by many of the independent businesses that are an important part of the local economy.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
$12 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $15 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
6:30–8 p.m.
Field Trip: Backyard Beekeeping Adult Class
Catch the beekeeping buzz! Your summer-evening visit to local artist Joy Stinger’s suburban home beeyard will cover the what-why-how of this increasingly popular eco-hobby, at the bees’ most productive time of year. Outdoor class includes a peek into Joy’s chicken coops and beeswax folk-art studio. Directions provided, carpooling encouraged.
Joy Stinger and Jean Ponzi
Directions to Clayton residence will be given to participants upon registration
$20 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $25 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday, June 12, 2010 (tentative date/time – watch for updates!)
9:30 a.m.–Noon
Special Social Event: Habitat Build Day Adult Class
Have you ever wanted to be part of a “build”? Come out to meet new people and join EarthWays docents and Missouri Botanical Garden supporters as we volunteer together. Our combined efforts can make a difference! We will meet at the EarthWays Center, and participants will carpool to the field trip destination. Advance registration required.
Katy Mike Smaistrla
Meet at EarthWays Center – 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis – we will carpool to site
Free
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org. Saturday, June 19 & Sunday, June 20, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “Green Homes Tour”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
During the June tours, stop by the EarthWays Center as one of your first stops on the annual Green Homes Tour! Every year, the EarthWays Center partners with the St Louis Homebuilders Association and US Green Building Council St. Louis Regional Chapter to open green homes up for viewing. For more information, please visit www.greenhomesSTL.org.
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Monday, June 21 Thursday, June 24, 2010 (4-day workshop)
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Energy Conservation Institute Educator Workshop
Learn first-hand about energy production and use as we travel to a power plant, dam, electric co-op, landfill, biomass facility and other places in the bi-state region where energy is produced. Field trip may include the following: EarthWays Center, Calloway Nuclear Power Plant, Bagnell Dam, Illinois Rural Electric Cooperative (wind), Kirkwood Green Generation Facility (biomass), Laclede Gas, and Fred Weber’s Landfill (methane).
Tracie Cain, Kim Petzing, MBG/EWC staff
Commerce Bank Center for Science Education 4651 Shaw Boulevard, St. Louis
$200 per teacher
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
7–9 p.m.
Preserving the Harvest Adult Class
Deliver the healthful wealth of your garden to your family’s table all year long! Leasburt, Missouri Master Gardener, teacher and veteran preserver, Laura Friz, will demonstrate basics and share expert tips covering canning, drying, and freezing all types of fresh produce and she’ll whip up a batch of microwave pickles!
Jean Ponzi and Laura Friz
Kemper Center Classroom
$20 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $25 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Monday, July 12 – Friday, July 16, 2010
9 a.m. 4 p.m.
Camp EarthWays: Young Green Builders Session 1 (ages 10–13) – Youth
Located in mid-town St. Louis, the EarthWays Center demonstrates how best to “green” our homes and lifestyles. Campers will explore sustainable home design as they create a fantasy green home from the inside out, interact with green building professionals, and hop aboard public transportation to discover new neighborhoods and homes. During the optional second week, campers will visit new sites, explore green careers, and put their skills to the test with a hands-on project.
Katy Mike Smaistrla and Guest Presenters
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$170 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $185 nonmember
Discount applies if booking both sessions of Camp EarthWays.
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Wednesday, July 14, 2010
6:30–8 p.m.
Cashing in on Home Comfort Adult Class
Make your home energy efficient, healthy, and comfortable while also saving money! We’ll discuss simple things you can do as well as the benefits of home energy assessments. The Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program will also be explained. Pizza and drinks provided. Program is offered four times, need only attend one.
Korey Hart
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, July 17 & Sunday, July 18, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “Learn Green, Live Green”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
During the July tours, join young students from Camp EarthWays: Young Green Builders who will be on hand to help with this open house, and will be able to show off their fantasy green home designs. Check out the next generation’s ideas and blueprints for the future! And don’t be surprised if you get some great ideas to take home with you.
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Monday, July 19 – Friday, July 23, 2010
9 a.m. 4 p.m.
Camp EarthWays: Young Green Builders Session 2 (ages 10–13) – Youth
Located in mid-town St. Louis, the EarthWays Center demonstrates how best to “green” our homes and lifestyles. Campers will explore sustainable home design as they create a fantasy green home from the inside out, interact with green building professionals, and hop aboard public transportation to discover new neighborhoods and homes. During the optional second week, campers will visit new sites, explore green careers, and put their skills to the test with a hands-on project.
Katy Mike Smaistrla and Guest Presenters
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$170 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $185 nonmember
Discount applies if booking both sessions of Camp EarthWays.
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
7–9 p.m.
Preserving the Harvest Adult Class
Deliver the healthful wealth of your garden to your family’s table all year long! Leasburt, Missouri Master Gardener, teacher and veteran preserver, Laura Friz, will demonstrate basics and share expert tips covering canning, drying, and freezing all types of fresh produce and she’ll whip up a batch of microwave pickles!
Jean Ponzi and Laura Friz
Kemper Center Classroom
$20 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $25 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Tuesday, August 10, 2010
7–8:30 p.m.
Single-Origin Chocolate Tasting Adult Class
Does all chocolate taste the same? Doesn’t it all just taste like chocolate? You’ll discover flavors of chocolate you never knew existed, learn why some chocolate is better for the environment, and see why some chocolate shouldn’t be bought at all. A variety of samples will indulge every sweet tooth, and St. Louis chocolatier Brian Pelletier of Kakao, will aid in our discussion of chocolate sustainability, including history, production, fair trade and
more chocolate, of course!
Kim Petzing and Brian Pelletier
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$25 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $28 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Tuesday, August 17, 2010
6:30–8 p.m.
Cashing in on Home Comfort Adult Class
Make your home energy efficient, healthy, and comfortable while also saving money! We’ll discuss simple things you can do as well as the benefits of home energy assessments. The Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program will also be explained. Pizza and drinks provided. Program is offered four times, need only attend one.
Korey Hart
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$16 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $20 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online. Saturday, August 21 & Sunday, August 22, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “Urban Homesteading”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
During the August tours, we will highlight the “urban homesteading” movement, and show off all of the things everyone is doing in their personal life to move toward self-sufficiency. Are you interested in keeping bees? Raising chickens? Growing tomatoes? Preserving your veggies? See how it’s possible to settle on an ordinary city lot in a sustainable way.
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
7–8:30 p.m.
Backyard Chickens Adult Class
Interested in keeping a few chickens in the backyard? Raising chickens is a fun and exciting journey in any setting! Join this introductory session on how to raise and keep chickens in urban and suburban environments. Learn about the benefits of chickens, resources for coop building and hen selection, local ordinances, and more.
Julia Weese-Young
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
$25 Missouri Botanical Garden member; $30 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Register online.
Saturday, September 18 & Sunday, September 19, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “A Sneak Peek at the Green Homes Festival”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
The September tours offer a great opportunity to beat the crowd the weekend before the largest EarthWays event of the year. It’s also a chance to learn more about a specific topic you have questions about and test run the children’s activities! In addition to having hand-selected festival vendors and exhibitors on hand this weekend to demonstrate their goods and services, we’ll also have several presenters give a workshop during this open house.
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Saturday, October 16 & Sunday, October 17, 2010
11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
EarthWays Center Open House Public Tour Weekend: “A Fond Farewell”
Learn about low-cost, sustainable living options by taking a guided tour of EarthWays Center a Victorian home restored as a model of energy and resource efficiency. From repainting a room to rehabbing or building a new house ideas abound! No reservations needed, however groups of adults or youth require advance booking.
This will be the last open house weekend at the current EarthWays Center location at 3617 Grandel Square. Join us as we look back over the years, discuss ways that the environmental movement in St. Louis has changed, and celebrate where we are headed in the future. If you’ve ever worked with the EarthWays Center in any way, either as a community partner, participant in one of our programs, affiliate with the green building sector, or MBG member, this is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect. If you’ve never been to visit the EarthWays Center, don’t miss this chance!
EWC staff and volunteers
EarthWays Center 3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis
Free Missouri Botanical Garden member; $3 nonmember
For questions call 314-577-0220 or email earthways.center@mobot.org.
Other Related Events
Monthly programs of the U.S. Green Building Council–St. Louis Regional Chapter are open to the public as well as to chapter members active in the building professions; member and non-member admission fees apply. View upcoming USGBC–St. Louis program calendar at: http://www.usgbc-stl.org/calendar/
EarthWays Home Public Tours
Guided Tours of EarthWays Center
See Green homebuilding and home improvement features, sustainable lifestyle options, indoors and out in a Victorian-era house renovated to demonstrate today’s best Green principles and practices. Directions and Map.
EarthWays Public Tour Weekends
Third Saturday and Sunday of each month.
Guided tours begin at 11 a.m., 12 noon, 1 and 2 p.m.
$3 per person, free for Garden members and children under 12
No reservations needed for public tour weekends.
Group Tours of EarthWays Center
$3 per person, $45 minimum
Guided tours for adult and youth groups require two week advance booking. Use our convenient online reservation system.
No reservations or purchase of tickets in advance are needed for public tour weekends. Note: EarthWays Center is in Grand Center, not on the main grounds of Missouri Botanical Garden.
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