Z'GreenFest 2011!

Thank you for participating in the 5th annual Z'GreenFest! 

We really lucked out with the weather! 

The April wind blew as usual but the sun was shining!

There were about 720 exhibitors, volunteers and visitors 

in attendance on Sunday.

We extend a special thanks to Boone REMC our major sponsor 

of this annual event and to those 

able to make a donation to keep this annual tradition going. 

See you in 2012!

Hoosier Herpetological Society

You won't want to miss our booth displaying some of Indiana's native amphibians and reptiles. Some are touchable and this is a great way to see them up close and personal. The HHS is a non-profit organization dedicated to the education of our members and the public. We also stand for conservation concerning amphibians and reptiles. Amphibians and reptiles or herps as we know them, are fascinating creatures that have many colors, sizes, and adaptions to survive in our Indiana natural habitats. Right now, frogs and salamanders are in full swing in our swamps, marshes, and other water habitats. Those sounds you are hearing around Starkey park and other habitats aren't insects. They are frogs! Insects don't start calling until mid-to-late summer. I'll be there to answer all of your questions about herps! See you there! Jim Horton President - Hoosier Herpetoloical Society

Staff Recycling Begins at the Library!

The Green Committee at the Hussey-Mayfield Library is excited to announce that we started staff recycling this week. Many on the staff have carried cardboard, newspapers, magazines, and lunch plastics home to recycle. After learning about Ray's Single Stream Recycling available to the Library we realized it would be easy to to implement in our offices. We received administrative support and have recruited volunteers to take part in the recycling program and posted the "do's and don't" about what to put in the bins.

We filled the bin the first day! The Library "reuses, renews, and recycles" every day. Here are some of the ways we are "Going Green" at the Library.

• Books and materials circulate throughout the Zionsville community and the Evergreen Indiana catalog system.


• Items donated and retired from the Libary are sold at the Friends of the Library book sale several times a year.


• Items are cleaned and repaired to increase circulation.


• Papers and packaging are reused whenever possible then recycled.


• Electricity is conserved by adjusting the heating and cooling system.


• Automated lights and computer use helps conserve electricity.


• Cellphones are collected for the "Cell Phone for Soldiers" program.


• A recycling information center is displayed in the Adult Non-Fiction area.


• Many of the children's crafts are created from recycled items.


• Children are encouraged to use their own energy to push the doors open and walk up stairs.

We will continue to add to our "Going Green" list. If you need help getting a program started at your work place, visit with us at our booth at the Z'GreenFest on April 17th, and we will share our experience.

Visit Z’GreenFest to learn about energy conservation and energy efficiency

Stop by the Boone REMC booth at Z’GreenFest to learn how to conserve energy and get the most from your energy dollar. Boone REMC will be distributing information about: home sealing and insulating, preparing for the summer air-conditioning season, energy audits and more. Boone REMC will also be distributing free shower timers and Draft Stopper switch and outlet gaskets.

Earth Hour begins at 8:30 PM on Sat., March 26th Will you turn your LIGHTS OUT?

A Festival of Environmentally Friendly, Fun Activities for Families and Friends of the Earth!

Planning Begins for the 2011 Z'GreenFest

Plans are being made to celebrate our annual Z'GreenFest 2011. It will be hosted by the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library in partnership with the Friends of the Zion Nature Center.  This partnership will allow the event to happen rain or shine!

Sun., April 17th, 2011
1:30-4:30 PM
Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library
5th St Parking Lot
(Inside if April showers upon us)
250 N. 5th St., Zionsville

Thanks to the following groups who have donated and/or reserved space at our festival!

Zion Nature Center
Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library
Boone REMC
Boone County Master Gardener Association
Indiana Wildlife Federation
Zionsville Street & Storm Water Services Dept.
Precision Comfort Systems
Boone County Bluebird Society
Hoosier Environmental Council
Zionsville's Initiative to Go Green (ZIGG)
Global Gifts 
Veolia Water Indianapolis, LLC 
Central Indiana Commuter Services 

UTOPIA Wildlife Rehabilitators

Indiana Organic Gardeners' Association

Improving Kids' Environment

Indiana Native Plant and Wildflower Society (INPAWS)

Hoosier Herpetological Society

Amos W. Butler Audobon Society 
Relay for Life Library Team
Indiana Audubon Society/Indiana Young Birders
Zionsville Boy Scouts
Live Music by Cory Williams & Matt Harris