Local Events: July 20, 2009

Here’s just a sampling of the many fun family events happening across the country over the next few weeks.  Take the opportunity to get involved and connect with your community by attending a local event.  Know of something great happening near you?  Please share in the comments!

Norwich Family Blues Fesitval | Norwich, NY
July 23-26th

Come to the Chenango Fairgrounds for a good time, bluegrass-style! In addition to live bands, there will be a jam tent, guitar raffle, and special activities just for kids. Learn more at norwichfamilybluegrass.com.

Falls Fest | Menomonee Falls, WI
July 23-26th

The fun keeps going at this multi-day family festival, complete with kids crafts, a family entertainment stage, and a speech by Abraham Lincoln (well, that’s what they say!) Enjoy food, fireworks, and free admission–learn more at falls-fest.com!

Econventions Music Cruise | New York, NY
July 28th, 6pm

A free music cruise for parents only! Come and sail the waters with green business professionals for dancing, drinking, and of course, networking.   Read all about it at http://musiccruise.eventbrite.com.

East End Green Festival | Mattituck, NY
August 1-2, 10am-6pm

Come bring the families to Strawberry Field Fairgrounds, for a festival featuring  live bands, wineries, healthy and local foods, sustainable products, renewable energy and much more! Learn more at eastendgreenfest.com.

Kindergarten Mixer | Philadelphia, PA
August 8, 4:30-7:30pm

Learn how to introduce sustainable products, services, and programs for your schools.  This free event will feature workshops, vendors, arts and crafts as well as resources for adults.  Check it out at pleasetouchmuseum.org.

Tour d’Organics | Sebastopool, CA
August 16th

As organic farming and farmers markets change the definition of eating healthy, this tour offers fresh and local organic food and fun at every stop.  Learn all about organics, plus meals made from locally-grown ingredients, and the importance of exercise at the Sebastopol Community Center.  Read more at tourdorganics.com.

Raw Spirit Festival | Washington, DC
August 29th-30th

This festival features the latest and greatest in healthy eating and eco-living among three major cities. Come and check out seminars, health speakers, exercise and yoga, nature trails, food, art gardesn, music, dancing, poetry and much more. Learn about it at rawspiritfestival.com.