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  • ~Saturday, April 26: 1/2 Day Introductory Workshop~ Ecopsychology: Exploring the Complex Relationship between Nature and Human Nature

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    The social, environmental, economic, and psychological challenges we face in our world today affect our lives, communities and the planet itself. The OVGC is pleased to offer two different and exciting educational programs. Ecopsychology is a multifaceted, developing field of studies. We are fortunate to have Lori Pye, Ph.D. present…

  • ~5-Week Course, Each Thursday in May~ Ecopsychology: Exploring the Complex Relationship between Nature and Human Nature

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    The social, environmental, economic, and psychological challenges we face in our world today affect our lives, communities and the planet itself. The OVGC is pleased to offer two different and exciting educational programs. Ecopsychology is a multifaceted, developing field of studies. We are fortunate to have Lori Pye, Ph.D. present…

  • January e-News on Stands Now

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    • Membership Update • E-waste Recycling Event • Zero Waste Seminar • Meet Our 2014 Board of Directors Read e-News Here

  • Sat., Jan. 18: Zero Waste Approach

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    The Ojai Retreat, Transition to Organics and Ojai Valley Green Coalition present the ZERO WASTE APPROACH TO MANAGING RESOURCES – a seminar for professionals, academia and consumers with Richard Anthony, M.A. Saturday, January 18th, 1 – 5 p.m. 1:00 – 2:30 pm: Talk by Richard Anthony with Q&A 2:45 –…

  • The Zero Waste Approach to Managing Resources

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    What does local jobs development and ‘zero waste’ have in common? A positive impact on the Ojai Valley and beyond. As explained in Wikipedia “Zero waste is a philosophy that encourages the redesign of resource life cycles so that all products are reused. No trash is sent to landfills and…

  • Recycle Your E-Waste, Plus

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    The Coalition will hold its 6th annual e-waste recycling event with partners – Ojai Valley Directory, Ojai Community Bank, Harrison Industries, and E-Recycling of California. This VERY popular community service event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine Saturday, January 11, 2014 in the Ojai…

  • Tues., Jan. 14: Public Hearing on Polystyrene Ban

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    At their October 2013 meeting, the Coalition Board agreed to support Ojai city council efforts to reduce polystyrene (commonly known as Styrofoam) usage and purchases within city limits. This will help reduce polystyrene litter for our whole Ojai Valley community and support environmentally-friendly food container manufacturers and distributors. Come Out…

  • Thank You! Our Match Was Reached – $11,240.00

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    Dear Members and Readers, You are the force behind our MISSION and VISION. Please join OVGC in saying “YES!” to solutions for positive change and a cleaner, healthier future. Become a member or renew, consider a year-end extra gift and gift memberships for family and friends. Our goal is $30,000.…

  • Food News for December

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    Advocating the growing, purchasing, and preserving of local organic food • Food and Other Gift Ideas • ‘Saving America’s Pollinators Act’ • Ojai Food Co-op Community Gathering • Pomegranate Salsa Recipe Read Your Food News Here

  • November e-News on Stands

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    • 2012 Annual Report & Membership Drive • “Harmony” a Resounding Success • November 15 America Recycles Day • Polystyrene-free Ojai? Read e-News Here