View through the Window: EcoSculpt

As you can see in the picture below, the tables and decor have all moved into The Center for the Cocktails and Connections event later this evening. But if you look past the small glimpse offered of what is currently inside The Center, you can see the booths and stage set up outside at Fountain Square.

In honor of Earth Day, the Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance Ecosculpt, a three week installation of sculptures made of recycled and/or recyclable materials is featured on Fountain Square.



From 11:30am to 1:30pm today, the award ceremony for the artists in this year's event was held on the Square along with entertainment by The Cliftones and earth friendly vendors standing by to share their products and services. You can see some of the sculptures online HERE or check them out in person! The sculptures will remain on display through April 29th.  

A Nice Day for a Green Wedding

It's getting easier and easier to be Green! Being "Green" has been a trend among the environmentally conscientious for some time now. From buying organic foods and natural cleaning products to investing in eco-friendly appliances and not mowing the lawn in the middle of the afternoon. The movement to protect the planet is not limited to food consumption and homeownership, it has left its mark on the wedding industry too!

Here are just a few products/ideas for all of our Green Brides/Grooms.

ECOURA:
Ecoura makes jewelry from renewed gold in order to avoid depleting natural resources. The company plants a tree in honor of the engagement of each couple who purchase a Ecoura ring. Ecoura is dedicated to balancing their environmental impact and also promises to use eco-friendly materials in their marketing and requires their partners to perform based on the standards of the Renewed Gold Pact. For more information, visit http://www.ecoura.com/ecoura.html

The Green Bride Guide:

Check out http://www.greenbrideguide.com/ for all that you need to know about planning a green wedding! The website offers tips, approved vendors, and even gift registry ideas.

For example, a chalk board clock. Price: $82.00

Or how about a Deluxe Bamboo Sheet Set? Bamboo rayon is natural, antibacterial and provides superior comfort. Price:$382.00

Green Wedding Tips

1. Have the ceremony and reception at the same venue, or one near the other, to reduce driving.

2. Buy a vintage dress/tuxedo from a resale clothing store.

3. Have seeds imbedded in the invitation paper so that guests can plant them and enjoy the flowers later.

4. Rent real glasses/dishes and cloth napkins to avoid using disposable products.

5. Instead of throwing rice or birdseed, have guests ring bells or blow homemade bubbles.

These are just a few ideas for a green wedding. Find more here: http://www.ecomall.com/greenshopping/greenwedding.htm

The Literal Approach: Green & White Wedding

These images of a green/white palette can be found at:

http://greenweddingshoes.com/green-white-wedding-ideas/