Monthly Archives: March 2011

Design for all!

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Shannon

Roads are not for cars. Nor are they for bicycles. Rather, roads are built for people – all people. Although this simple fact seems obvious, the language used in the alleged “cars vs. bikes” debate often clouds it. The latest … Continue reading →

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Lasagna Gardening: Not Delicious, but Nutritious (for the soil)

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Shannon

Although lasagna gardening sounds like it should involve pasta with delicious layers of cheese sprouting from the ground, it’s actually a permaculture concept to build soil. By layering cardboard (to block weeds), fresh organic materials, compost, and soil additives like … Continue reading →

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Growing Garden Cities, in D.C. and Beyond

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Shannon

It’s a sadly common misconception that the local food movement is elitist. That’s why I was excited to hear about Jeremy Smith’s new book Growing a Garden City. It tells the stories of how first graders, single moms, and homeless … Continue reading →

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The Brave New World of Seed Starting

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Shannon

Just as I mourned my runaway worms, I’m a little concerned about my garden seedlings. While Ibti’s seedlings over at A Bikable Feast may resemble a basketball bracket, mine are more like a science fair project. Nonetheless, I still feel … Continue reading →

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Guest Post at DC Event Junkie: Environmental Film Festival Preview

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Shannon

I’ve hooked up with the great DC social website, DC Event Junkie, to talk about some of the exciting local environmental events. My first post, a preview of the DC Environmental Film Festival, just went live today! If you’re in … Continue reading →

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