Posts filed under ‘Giving Back’
Ingredients Safety Alert – Triclosan
Next time you are buying soap or antibacterial gels, take a look at the ingredient list and make sure it does not have Triclosan. Triclosan is actually a pesticide used in most “antibacterial” products.
“Widespread use of this pesticide {Triclosan} in consumer products is causing toxic pollution in our bodies and our waterways, and is contributing to rising rates of “superbacteria” that are resistant to antibiotics. And here’s the real kicker: studies show that triclosan-based antibacterial soaps are no more effective at preventing disease than washing with plain old soap and water.”
Read More:
http://www.toxicfreenc.org/involved/actionalerts/triclosan.html
Antibacterial Vs. Regular Hand Soap
Earth Hour 2011: March 26th
“Earth Hour 2011 will take place on Saturday 26 March at 8.30PM (your local time). This Earth Hour we want you to go beyond the hour, so after the lights go back on think about what else you can do to make a difference. Together our actions add up.” ~ Earth Hour Website
Forever Young Photography has signed up to participate in Earth Hour again this year. Make a commitment today!
Tapped: A closer look at the effects of Bottled Water
So many of the products we use daily in our life, we blindly assume are safe for us to consume, use, etc. It is so easy to think because you are buying it from a store in the United States, the government has reviewed, approved, its sale so it must be okay for me to buy/use it. If you have not seen or heard about the documentary Tapped, please check it out. Below is a link to watch the trailer for the documentary:
Take Action: The Tapped website has a few links for things you can do to take action. I have signed the Declaration to limit my use of bottled water. You can ask well on their website: go to Take Action, then click Sign the Declaration.
Just Joined HillTop Farms CSA for 2011
I am super excited to have finally made my selection for a CSA this year. You might be asking, what is a CSA? CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture meaning you can get your weekly veggies and fruits from local farmers.
I have chose to try HillTop Farms in Willow Springs, NC. They are currently still accepting new members if you want to sign up as well. Check out their website to learn more. In addition to the health benefits of getting super fresh veggies, they are a Certified Organic Farm. I chose this CSA because of it being an Organic Farm, ease of the program, and flexibility in selection of items each week. I also love that they offer a “Working Share” option. This means you pay a little less for your membership in return for volunteering on the farm for 10 hours. I can’t wait!
To find a CSA near you, you can check out these websites:
Local Harvest – To find farmers’ markets, family farms, & other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies.
NC Specific – Carolina Farm Stewardship Association – Promoting local & organic agriculture in the Carolinas by inspiring, educating and organizing farmers and consumers.
NC Specific – Toxic Free NC
To contact HillTop Farms:
Phone: (919) 618-5601
Email: info@hilltopfarms.org
Address:
Hilltop Farm of Willow Springs
Fred and Virginia Miller
6612 Kennebec Road
Willow Springs, NC 27592
Jingle Ball 2010
Forever Young Photography was a Silver Sponsor this year for the 2010 Jingle Ball. Here are a couple photographs from the event a couple of days ago. There were 3,336 toys collected this year for children in Wake County!!!! Happy Holidays!
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To see all the photographs from the event, go to Forever Young Photography’s website.
Jingle Ball is Tonight!
Forever Young Photography is happy to announce that we will be a sponsor of the 2010 Jingle Ball held at Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh, NC. This is the 3rd year that Forever Young Photography has been a sponsor of this event. Here are the details for the event.
17th Annual Jingle Ball
Thursday, December 9, 2010
6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Marbles Kids Museum
201 E. Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27612
Click here for directions
Admission: 21 and older, each attendee is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child (ages 2-12) valued at $20 or more. For those not bringing a gift, admission will be $30 by cash or check.
The Capital City Clauses is happy to host their largest toy drive, the annual Jingle Ball. Last year they collected more than 2,400 toys, and this year their goal is to collect at least 3,000 toys for The Salvation Army’s Christmas Cheer program. Please join us and help bring brighter holidays to Wake County children! You can see photographs from the 2009 Jingle Ball here. I hope to see you there!
Reminder: Santa Paws Event this Sunday!
Forever Young Photography will be volunteering our photography services to photograph your furry friends with your family at the SPCA Santa Paws event. It will be held at Cameron Village on this Sunday, December 5, 2010. (Check the SPCA website for other available locations and appointment dates.) Proceeds go to the SPCA of Wake County.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Location: 420 Woodburn Road, Raleigh, NC at Cameron Village
Time: 1-5pm
Make an appointment by clicking here.
Event by SPCA of Wake County
Forever Young Photography volunteering at SPCA Santa Paws Event
Forever Young Photography will be volunteering our photography services to photograph your furry friends with your family at the SPCA Santa Paws event. It will be held at Cameron Village on December 5, 2010. (Check the SPCA website for other available locations and appointment dates.) Proceeds go to the SPCA of Wake County.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Location: 420 Woodburn Road, Raleigh, NC at Cameron Village
Time: 1-5pm
Make an appointment by clicking here.
Event by SPCA of Wake County
