Transitioning California to Sustainable Models, Systems, & Structures
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Melanie Blankenship
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- Templeton, CA
- United States
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Melanie Blankenship's Groups
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Transition FiLMs
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Transition North County …
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Local Food Enthusiasts i…
50 members
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San Luis Obispo County
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Melanie Blankenship's Discussions
Customer Responsibility
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Melanie Blankenship Feb 22, 2009.
Welcome!
Latest Activity
Melanie Blankenship posted an eventTAAG ELECTION at TCSD - Next To The Templeton Fire Station- Cross a street from the community Park
March 5, 2009 from 5pm to 8pm
VOTE: March 5th, 2009 at the Templeton Fire Station Between the hours of 5pm to 8pm.Vote Melanie Blankenship4th Generation NativeA person who feels one person cannot make the difference that a community can.Must be a registared voter in the Templeton School District.See More
Melanie Blankenship replied to Melanie Blankenship's discussion Customer Responsibility"I am so gload you are my neighbor in my community. I am so happy to share this earth with you. Love you guys tons, Melanie"
Joanne Licsko replied to Melanie Blankenship's discussion Customer Responsibility"Melanie,
While I have to agree with Judith that choice is afforded by privilege, that it is tempting to buy from chain stores who offer us lower prices through their large buying power, I think there is hope on the horizon.
My first gas price shock…"
Joanne Licsko left a comment for Melanie Blankenship"Hi Melanie,
Thank you for the invitation to join. I am official today. Still learning how I fit in."
Profile Information
- How might your current work contribute to the Transition movement?
- Serviving with in my own means. Learning from the past on what I should and should not do now.
- In what ways do you personally identify with the Transition movement? Why are you interested?
- Wanting to do more with all of my local community
- What background and skills do you bring to this community?
- Hard work, dedication to the land in which I have come from. For the past 4 generations. Understanding that we must all survive.
- Your Personal Website (if you have one)
- http://www.ntnah.com or earthtalkradio.org
- What aspects of the Transition Town movement most interests you?
- Help people learn to feed themselves
I own a radio show called Earth Talk Radio on 920 am Kvec. Earth Talk Radio on 920am KVEC
Nature’s Touch Nursery & Harvest’s Melanie Blankenship and Windrose Farm’s Bill Spencer is your host for one hour every Saturday morning from 7am to 8am live talk show. Topics from food, farming, gardening, eco, sustainable and the most important part is that is all about our local community. Turn your radio to 920 am or go www.920kvec.com click on listen live. You can always go to www.earthtalkradio.org or www.ntnah.com for show topics and pod casts. Call in live at 1-800-549-5832 or 543-8830. Questions or comments go to naturestouch@sbcglobal.net
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- Your Favorite Books/Websites/Blogs/RSS Feeds for Information about the Transition Movement
- localharvest.org, usda.gov (on what not to do),
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 9:27am on February 22, 2009, Joanne Licsko said…
- Hi Melanie,
Thank you for the invitation to join. I am official today. Still learning how I fit in.
- At 11:23pm on January 13, 2009,
Brian Kurotsuchi said… - Hi Melanie! Welcome to Transition CA!
With your business, it sounds like you are really on the right track to saving us! Good to have you on board.
Latest Activity
Molly's blog post was featuredEcotech Institute’s Power Utility Technician Program Addresses Growing Need for Talent in the Sector
More than 10,200 Power Utility Jobs were Available in the Last Year; Industry Insiders See Looming Talent GapThe Power Utility industry is experiencing a massive demographic shift and employees who know both conventional grid and smart grid technology are in demand. With a growing number of retirees and new technologies cropping up, a new generation of power utility technicians is critical for the industry. Ecotech Institute, which focuses entirely on preparing students for jobs in…See More
HowMany.org's blog post was featuredReviving Rivers: A Sign of Hope for the Colorado
By Suzanne York, 6degreesofpopulation.org.With over 7 billion people on the planet, demand for water for household, agricultural, and industrial use is increasing even faster than population growth. Many areas, such as the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico, are already experiencing competing demands on water in a region heavily reliant on this…See More
Victoria Armigo posted an eventMay Fourth Friday, May 24, 2013 7:00p in Palo Alto at World Centric
May 24, 2013 from 7pm to 9:30pm
May Fourth Friday: Essential Knowledge for Transition with Marco Vangelisti – Part IIFor May Fourth Friday, Marco Vangelisti, who’s been a major force in the Bay Area Slow Money movement, will give the second in his three-part series on Essential Knowledge for Transition. Come whether or not you were able to catch the first part!From Marco:In the face of increasing economic instability, building a resilient, enduring…See More
HowMany.org posted a blog postReviving Rivers: A Sign of Hope for the Colorado
By Suzanne York, 6degreesofpopulation.org.With over 7 billion people on the planet, demand for water for household, agricultural, and industrial use is increasing even faster than population growth. Many areas, such as the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico, are already experiencing competing demands on water in a region heavily reliant on this…See More
Molly posted a blog postEcotech Institute’s Power Utility Technician Program Addresses Growing Need for Talent in the Sector
More than 10,200 Power Utility Jobs were Available in the Last Year; Industry Insiders See Looming Talent GapThe Power Utility industry is experiencing a massive demographic shift and employees who know both conventional grid and smart grid technology are in demand. With a growing number of retirees and new technologies cropping up, a new generation of power utility technicians is critical for the industry. Ecotech Institute, which focuses entirely on preparing students for jobs in…See More
Viewwithme YouTube Trailer
Keeping the pass alive with antique vehicles, farm equipment and homes from the early 1900's. Amazing channel for seniors to remember the past and share thei...
Maya Elson posted eventsThe Art and Science of Mycorenewal
June 15, 2013 to June 25, 2013The Art and Science of Mycorenewal
June 15, 2013 to June 25, 2013Mycopermaculture Workshop
May 2, 2013 from 4:30pm to 7pm
Maya Elson posted a blog postUpcoming events on using Fungi to healing the Earth and living sustainably.
Mycopermaculture workshopAt Food Not Lawns 1145 Laurel St. Santa Cruz Thursday May 2nd. 4:30-7pmWith Ja Shindler of Fungi for the People and Maya Elson of Radical MycologyLearn techniques for gardening with mushrooms. Learn how you can cultivate mushrooms for food, building soil, aerating soil, retaining water, supporting plants and much more! This is a hands-on workshop, so get ready to get dirty.Suggested donation $5-20 No one turned away for lack of funds Amazon Mycorenewal Project…See More
Darkin Tanner commented on Darkin Tanner's video
Skylar Tibbits: Can we make things that make themselves?
"Very exciting video on the potentials of consumer manufacturing and nanotechnology!"
Darkin Tanner posted a videoSkylar Tibbits: Can we make things that make themselves?
http://www.ted.com MIT researcher Skylar Tibbits works on self-assembly -- the idea that instead of building something (a chair, a skyscraper), we can create...
Darkin Tanner commented on wesley Roe's event May 3,4 Sustainable Tourism for the 21st Century going beyond green, to innovative systems that emulate nature"What a great event!
There is a Transition Santa Barbara group on the site, if you haven't already go ahead and join it and post a link to the event to notify all the members!"
Darkin Tanner left a comment for Maya Elson"Hello Maya and welcome to the Transition California Community Network! We are happy that you joined and welcome your involvement and sharing with the community. Here is a link to the 'how to' video tutorials for using and navigating the…"
HowMany.org posted a blog postA Week of Happiness: Prioritizing Well-being for Our World
By Suzanne York, 6degreesofpopulation.org. As you recover from the stress of filing taxes, you can take some relief and pleasure in this being Sustainable Happiness Week. It kicked off on April 13th, and runs through April 20th. Where is it easiest to feel happy? Check out this…See More
Victoria Armigo added a discussion to the group Transition Silicon Valley
TSV Open meeting & potluck - Monday - 4/22/13 in Sunnyvale, 7-9:30p
TSV Open meeting & potluck - Monday - 4/22/13 at Victoria's house in Sunnyvale, 7-9:30p Victoria is hosting an open TSV meeting/potluck/film screening of newly released “Occupy Love” in Sunnyvale. Also invited is Manu Martin from the newly forming Transition Gilroy to brainstorm with us questions to ask during his upcoming meeting with the Mayor of Gilroy. If interested, please RSVP varmigo@earthlink.netSee More
Alaska To Maine Taxidermy At The Sportsmen Show
This is at the Sportsmen show and you got to see the Bear Coffee Table in this video.
wesley Roe posted an event
May 3,4 Sustainable Tourism for the 21st Century going beyond green, to innovative systems that emulate nature at Fe Bland Auditorium/BC Forum on the Santa Barbara City College West Campus
May 3, 2013 at 7pm to May 4, 2013 at 4pm
SBCC Center for Sustainability "Cities As the Solution" series presents: Sustainable Tourism for the 21st Century going beyond green, to innovative systems that emulate natureEvening Talk, Friday May 3, 7-9:30pm, 2013with Mark McGuffie of Enterprise Honolulu, O'ahu Economic Development Board Admission $5~All Day Event, Saturday, May 4, 9am-4:30pmMark McGuffie,joined by Gary Liss, of the U.S. Zero Waste Business Council, & Caroline Dyal, from the Canary HotelSaturday Event Cost: $30with…See More
Manu Martin posted a discussionWhat questions should I ask the City Mayor?
I get the opportunity to Interview the City Mayor of Gilroywhich will be broadcast on the Local Community TV channel.I need your help to ask the right questions to make moreof our local community aware of Transitioning.Thank you.Manu Martinez408.634.6177manuweb2005@gmail.comSee More
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