Spirit Garage Dipsticks - Polar Plunge for Special Olympics of Minnesota - March 7th, 2009

Submitted by john6481 on December 30, 2008 - 1:10pm.

Spirit in Action is once again forming a team to brave the elements and plunge into Lake Calhoun in an effort to raise money for the Minnesota Special Olympics.  The SG "Dip Sticks" will be taking the plunge at the Lake Calhoun site on March 7th, 2009. 

Team membership requirements include only the ability to sign up, raise at least $75 through online fundraising, possessing a fun loving spirit and a touch of bravery. 

Please check out our team website by going to www.specialolympicsminnesota.org and clicking on “find a team” then “Minneapolis” and selecting “Spirit Garage Dip Sticks.”  If taking a frozen dip is not your style (did I mention the hot tub?), please consider making a pledge with one of our Dip Sticks or coming out on March 7th to support the jumpers. 

For more information, contact Kris Kuehl at 612 237 9171 or k.keel@msn.com.

• Location: Lake Calhoun, Minneapolis
• Start: 7 Mar 2009 - 12:00pm
• Stop: 7 Mar 2009 - 3:00pm

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Eco Stewardship Weekly Green Helpful Hint #12

Submitted by Tom Hatlestad on December 6, 2008 - 5:42pm.

Eco-Stewardship Green Helpful Hint #12 for the week of Dec 1st - Dec 7th.

#12  Don't be Con$umed by Chri$tma$?! - Discover ReLife: Collecting for 4 Organizations

Act on the Message - Don’t be Con$umed by Chri$tma$. Come to learn and share how you can keep your savings and more important, your sanity this Christmas Season and throughout the year. Join us on Tuesday, December 9, from 7 - 8:30 PM at the Turtle Bread on 48th & Chicago Ave S. Mpls. Contact: Rob Norris-Weber 612-312-3419.

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Eco Stewardship Weekly Green Helpful Hint # 11

Submitted by Tom Hatlestad on November 27, 2008 - 9:27pm.

Eco-Stewardship Green Helpful Hint #11 for the week of Nov 24th - Nov30th.

#11  Brita Announces Recycling Program For Used Water Filters

Brita to begin a U.S. recycling program for the hundreds of thousands of filters the company sells domestically each year. Although Brita had a recycling system in place for the filters it was selling overseas, apparently the company didn't feel like there was enough demand for a similar system among U.S. consumers. Thanks to pressure from citizen activists, the company has announced it is launching a U.S. recycling program where consumers can drop-off the filters at Whole Foods Market or mail them in. The plastic will be recycled toothbrushes and razors, and the activated carbon will be regenerated for alternative use.
Helpful hint submitted by Jennifer Peterson found in Organic Bytes  November 25, 2008 -  Issue 153

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December First Tuesday Bible Study

Submitted by Joanna Anderson on November 26, 2008 - 4:05pm.

Join us in going beyond the message on Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. at Turtle Bread on 48th & Chicago in South Minneapolis. We'll discuss reactions & insights from November's series on Spiritual Leadership. And we'll also look ahead to the December series, Consumed by Christmas.

Everyone is welcome! Please contact Joanna Anderson at anderson_joanna@yahoo.com for more information.

• Location: Turtle Bread - 48th & Chicago in South Minneapolis
• Start: 2 Dec 2008 - 7:00pm
• Stop: 2 Dec 2008 - 8:30pm

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Eco Stewardship Weekly Green Helpful Hint #10 and (Reminder Gift Fair - Nov. 30)

Submitted by Tom Hatlestad on November 18, 2008 - 4:28pm.

Eco-Stewardship Green Helpful Hint #10 for the week of Nov 17th - Nov 23rd.

#10   Have a Green/Earthfriendly Thanksgiving.
 (Reminder about Spirit Garage Alternative Gift Fair Nov. 30th)

 - Try buying foods produced Locally and Organically.
 - Compost the scraps and recycle all containers and boxes possible.
 - Put names on cups and glasses for reuse.
 - If traveling, 
      Check Tires for appropriate tire pressure 
      Drive slower to conserve fuel.
      Carpool with relatives or friends.
      Play fun car games with kids like the - SEE THE GREEN GAME-          
            Get points when you see Hybrid cars, wind farms, solar
            panels, green roofs, Organic farms, homes that recycle. etc.
 - Try using earth fiendly materials for the meal (dishes, 
    tablecloth, glasses) - And more see below links

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Thanksgiving Day Service Opportunites - Thurs. 11/27

Submitted by Rob on November 13, 2008 - 3:12pm.

Give Thanks this day by giving of yourself for others. Two unique opportunities, help with either one or both!

1. Deliver Meals in the morning. Contact: Jon Lounberg 612.341.0446

2. Help with Pepitos Thanksgiving Celebration which will include one of the Spirit Garage Bands which will play sometime between 1-3 PM. The Celebration is an all day affair, come for an hour or for the day. For more info Contact: James Nelson 612.961.0211

• Location: 2 Different Locations and Times
• Start: 27 Nov 2008 - 7:00am
• Stop: 27 Nov 2008 - 10:00pm

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