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February in Ridgefield, Connecticut

barbara — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:26:07 +0000

Every month in Ridgefield, Connecticut is a great month … we love it here! There is so much to do, yet at the same time relaxation is one of the highlights. We had a wonderfully delicious Valentine’s evening dinner at our newest Ridgefield restaurant, Tre. Just fabulous. The chef is amazing and the “vibe” is terrific. A new “must” for our guests.

New Tents for Our Events and Weddings

barbara — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:29:53 +0000

We have partnered with a new tent supplier for our 2012 weddings and events. Many more options in look, feel, function and capacity. They are stunningly beautiful tents – made out of the same material as boating sails. The poles are solid, beautiful hard wood and not the regular unattractive metal poles that have to be covered or draped with material. To top it all off – they are eco-friendly!

Warmer weather advisory …

barbara — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:19:51 +0000

Warmer weather is just around the corner (honest!). With nicer weather comes weddings and receptions. We are receiving a significant amount of inquiries as well as bookings for 2012 weddings. Call soon if you or someone you know is getting married and is considering green ROCKS inn for their venue.

Winter Tomatoes … not what they seem to be

barbara — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:36:52 +0000

We try to avoid buying tomatoes in main stream supermarkets in the winter or spring, for taste reasons alone, but are now armed with many other good reasons to boycott the fruit in these stores: slave conditions for pickers, residues of the world’s most horrific pesticides and fungicides, and consumer-be-damned breeding practices of large corporate farms.

A book, “Tomatoland” provides an interesting history of our tomato’s heritage and of the work being done to preserve seed of it’s South American wild parents.

Here’s a link to a podcast with the author:

http://www.wnyc.org/shows/lopate/2011/sep/02/tomatoland/

HAPPY CHANUKAH!

barbara — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 15:49:56 +0000

Beware of the Salvation Army

barbara — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:30:07 +0000

When you see these people ringing their bells with the pots waiting for your donation, think of this and remember … ‘Tis the season for giving, not for funding hate. There are many, many other charities to whom giving brings about a better world.

The evil empire

Did You Know …

barbara — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:36:39 +0000

More than twice as many home computers are tossed rather than recycled.
A faster computer saves time, which in turn, saves money when it comes to productivity.
If you turn off your monitor when not in use, not only will you save money in energy costs—but you’ll also prolong the life of that monitor, so there’s no need to buy a new one
One great way to save money on new computer? Find one with minimal RAM and do an aftermarket upgrade yourself.

Toe to Toe

barbara — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:54:56 +0000

Here’s a weird one … Clip Responsibly

The next time you trim your toenails, look beyond the waste basket or the sink. Clippings may be scraggly and gross, but they’re rich in calcium, which makes them nutritious for plants. That means you can toss ‘em in the compost pile or use them for mulch in your garden. Just be sure to trash fake or treated nails, as these can harm the environment.

Start From the Bottom Up

barbara — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:02:47 +0000

Invest in earthy shoes. You probably know about Toms’ buy-one-give-one model. Other shoemakers are following that company’s lead, so when it’s time for new footwear, choose an eco-brand. OAT shoes, for example, biodegrade to 90% in six months if they’re in ideal soil (don’t worry: they need microbes to do so, so they won’t disintegrate on your feet). Simple Shoes are made from hemp, recycled paper, cork, bamboo, old tires, and other stuff that was once landfill-bound. For designer kicks, look to Beyond Skin, whose vegan high heels use faux leather. And for more eco-shoe ideas, click here.

Decorate Sustainably

barbara — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:14:21 +0000

No need to buy your Thanksgiving decorations new this year: You can make a beautiful cornucopia of a centerpiece from fallen pinecones, autumn leaves, and seasonal fruits and vegetables that you’ll later eat (you can even eat the “basket” itself). As for the rest of the table, use a real tablecloth, not a plastic one (bonus: it looks and feels better), and for flatware and silverware, avoid single-use disposables. If you’re having a lot of people over and must use throwaway place settings, opt for bamboo over plastic.