Question: I have been trying to find some kind of environmental group to get involved in around the Glendale area, but can’t seem to find anything. I searched the web for quite a while, maybe I am just looking under the wrong topics or something. I would really appreciate if you know of anything or could give me any ideas. Thanks, Morgan
Answer: One day I’ll write a book titled “Why Glendale Happens to Good People.”
More seriously: While my knowledge of anything Glendale’s rather limited, I’ve still got some suggestions:
Get deep into Community Supported Agriculture: Tierra Miguel Foundation, which delivers to Glendale could supply you with all the fruits and veggies you need while also letting you get heavily involved in community agriculture, if you’re into that.
Find your farmers’ market: The Glendale Certified Farmers Market happens every Thursday from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm on the 100 block of N. Brand Blvd. Volunteer with the market organizers or work for one of the farmers’ booths.
Become a public transit advocate: Get to know the Glendale Bee Line — your local transportation system which seems rather skimpy, but on the upside, easy to get to know (cuz it’s so skimpy) — and work to — make it less skimpy. Start by emailing or calling in suggestions, then attending public meetings, and on up the line.
Love the river. The LA River runs through Glendale! So tour the LA River, and get involved with FoLAR.
Live the example: Need clothes? Even if you’re stuck in Glendale Galleria, organic cotton Patagonia clothes at Boarders Sports. Need books? Try Brand Books (231 N. Brand Blvd.), one of the best used bookstores ever. Want a dining out experience? Make reservations at Fresco Ristorante, which offers locally grown, grass-fed, free-range eats.
Glendale readers — Please help poor Morgan out with further suggestions in the comments.
September 16th, 2007 at 9:01 pm
Glendale and Pasadena both have consignment and thrift stores with great finds available, at least in the clothing and sporting goods areas.
September 16th, 2007 at 11:01 pm
Thanks for the LA River love!
September 17th, 2007 at 11:48 am
Hi Morgan. Please stop by EnVironmental Motors and we can chat. 134 South Glendale Avenue. Maybe we should start a “Glendale Green” community organization. We can distribute flyers at the Whole Foods Market up the street. I’ve been hoping to green our city’s fleet with Electric Vehicles, and there’s plenty more to do, so let’s talk. (818) 549-0000.
September 17th, 2007 at 11:30 pm
A Glendale Green org sounds fun! You already have 4 members right here — :)