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Springtime brings to mind many things for Texans.
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo,
the South by Southwest conference & festival in Austin,
azaleas, bluebonnets & Texas Mountain Laurels i
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WINDPOWER 2008 CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION |
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Conference program features 300 speakers & moderators & 50 sessions on the wind energy industry’s latest projects & technological advances. 7,000 wind energy professionals expected.
Sun Jun 1st 2008 8 AM to Wed Jun 4th 2008 5 PM
http://www.awea.org
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Sun Jun 1st 2008 8 AM to Wed Jun 4th 2008 5 PM |
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George R. Brown Convention Center (1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX), (202) 383-2540, semerine@awea.org |
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$65 to $1,150 (see website for pricing information) |
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CENTRAL CITY CO-OP ORGANIC MARKET |
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Since 2001, Central City Co-Op has been Houston’s only organic farmers market. The volunteer-driven, weekly co-op offers reasonable prices on fresh, locally grown, & high quality produce free from synthetic pesticides & fertilizers. Buy seasonal “shares” or individual fruits, vegetables & more.
Wed Jun 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th 2008 9 AM to 6:30 PM (every Wednesday)
http://www.centralcityco-op.org
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Wed Jun 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th 2008 9 AM to 6:30 PM (every Wednesday) |
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2115 Taft St (between W. Gray & Fairview), Houston, TX 77006 (& 5 other locations around Greater Houston with similar events every Wednesday or Thursday), carolynccc@gmail.com |
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ANNUAL FISHING DAY |
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This year's events are dedicated to Lyndon B. Johnson helping to "Celebrating the Life of a Man & the Land that He Loved" in the 100th year of his birth. Bring the children for a morning filled with fun, fishing and a fantastic fishing clinic held on the banks of the Pedernales River. Fishing equipment and worms provided or bring your own equipment and favorite bait. We hope you get lucky and catch a "BIG ONE" or get drawn for door prizes. This event is co-sponsored with Fredericksburg Wal-Mart and is held in conjunction with the National Free Fishing Day.
Sat Jun 7th 2008 10 AM to noon
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us
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Sat Jun 7th 2008 10 AM to noon |
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Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historical Site (Stonewall, TX 78671 between Fredericksburg & Johnson City in Central Texas), (830) 644-2252 |
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ON THE TRAIL OF TRASH (HOSTED BY THE PARK PEOPLE) |
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see website for details
Sat Jun 7th 2008 9 AM to noon
http://www.parkpeople.org
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Sat Jun 7th 2008 9 AM to noon |
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numerous parks across Houston, (713) 942-7275 |
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GREEN BY DESIGN WORKSHOP |
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Austin Energy Green Building™ holds its one-day Green by Design workshop four times a year. Austinites preparing to build, buy, or remodel a home can learn how to improve energy and water efficiency, increase comfort, and reduce maintenance.
Space for this workshop is limited. We strongly suggest that you register as early as possible to guarantee your seat. Registration deadline is Wed Jun 4th by 5 PM. No registration at the door.
Sat Jun 7th 2008 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
http://www.austinenergy.com
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Sat Jun 7th 2008 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
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The Commons Center at JJ Pickle Research Campus, Austin, TX, (512) 482-5441, greenbuilding@austinenergy.com |
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$35 per person |

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HOUSTON AUDOBON SOCIETY SUMMER CAMP: GREEN THUMBS (AGES 9 TO 12) |
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Campers will learn all about the greener living things on the planet earth, how to garden, healthy foods and healthy eating habits, and be able to get dirty in the many gardens at the nature center. All sessions of camp include a t-shirt for each camper, snacks, games, crafts, and lots of hands-on fun. Registration is open now.
Mon Jun 9th to Fri Jun 13th 2008; 9 AM to 12:30 PM daily
http://www.houstonaudobon.org
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Mon Jun 9th to Fri Jun 13th 2008; 9 AM to 12:30 PM daily |
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Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center, (713) 640-2407 Mary Anne Weber |
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$125 per camper for HAS members; $150 for non-members; pre-registration & pre-payment required |

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PEAK (PROVIDING ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS TO KIDS) |
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Kids love to have fun and get dirty, and with a little guidance they can turn their endless energy into thoughtful stewardship. For more than 25 years, REI has proudly supported projects promoting outdoor recreation and a conservation ethic.
Sat Jun 14th 2008
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us
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Sat Jun 14th 2008 |
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McKinney Falls State Park in South Austin (5808 McKinney Falls Parkway, Austin, TX 78744), REI Downtown Customer Service (512) 482-3357 or (512) 243-1643 |
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KEEP TEXAS BEAUTIFUL ANNUAL CONFERENCE |
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The Annual Keep Texas Beautiful Conference is the primary statewide educational event for community leaders to network, gain valuable knowledge on state issues, and be recognized for their efforts. The conference offers more than 20 environmental educational sessions, features energetic keynote speakers, and honors the 2008 award winners throughout an exciting four-day event.
Sat Jun 24th to 27th 2008
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us
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Sat Jun 24th to 27th 2008 |
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Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas (Irving, TX), (512) 478-8813 Michelle Newkirk, michelle@ktb.org |
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$205 to $300 |
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