Kiwi Magazine :: KIWIscoop e-Newsletter July 2007

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July 17, 2007

From KIWI to Your TV

Make sure to tune into the CBS Early Show on Wednesday to see KIWI’s own Sara Gragnolati discuss eco water bottles. In case you miss us, check www.kiwimagonline.com for the replay!

Chill Out!

If you enjoyed the educational and entertaining aspects of March of the Penguins, Paramount Vantage and National Geographic Films has a new film for the environmental documentary movie lover. The upcoming eco-epic Arctic Tale takes the audience on a thrilling exploration in the North. This film follows a walrus named Seela and a polar bear, known as Nanu, on their life journey. Seela and Nanu once lived in a wonderful world

of snow, now their homeland is threatened. Arctic Tale shows how their world is literally melting from under their feet. Narrated by Queen Latifah with music by Cat Stevens, Ben Harper, Aimee Mann and The Shins, this film is perfect for an educational, endearing day at the movies.

Want FREE tickets? Visit www.ArcticTaleMovie.com and click on “go to a screening.” Dates and locations vary, but it doesn’t hurt to try! Free is free, right?

Internet Queens

We here at KIWI have joined the millions of people blogging! Last month, we launched Kiwilog our very own family-friendly online journal. Our blog will feature everything from different products we enjoy to the latest eco news. Also- every Monday we will select KIWI’s Pick of the Week. The Pick could be anything—a product, a state, a website or a

person. Past picks have been the state of California, Ecorazzi and the ASPCA. We also welcome our readers to join our community and leave us comments. We love to hear back from you!

Have a Myspace? Head over to www.myspace.com/kiwimagazine and add us as your friend!

Summer Journeys

Traveling is stressful enough; now add in delays, cancellations and layovers… plus KIDS! We love them, but our children add a lot of stress to

travel plans. Imagine being stuck at an airport for 2 hours with no way to entertain your children (!!!). OK—now, calm down. There is help. Cheapflights is now offering the Kids Airport Diversion Guide, an excellent resource for parents that provides fun and kid friendly diversions at 22 U.S. airports—from Kidports to Kids on the Fly to Junior Flyer Clubs. And bonus—it’s free! All you have to do is visit www.cheapflights.com/guides and sign up for their weekly newsletter. Good to know for all those unexpected travel delays. Phew!

Another fun travel tip—if you are an American Airlines’ Admirals Club member, stop by one of their select locations and pick your Kiwi Care Package with the KiwiKids Fun Page and oodles of healthy snacks. If you are not a member, American Airlines also offers a day pass for their Admirals Clubs. More information on the day passes and locations of the clubs are available on their website.

KIWI's Eco-Crafts
We invite you to share your favorite original craft!

Have a craft you love to make with your kids? Does it involve scrap materials, plastic bottles, or one of your old t-shirts? Submit your green-themed craft to KIWI! If we use your eco craft in print or online, you will receive one free issue of KIWI’s E-magazine. Click here to submit your original idea, review the rules and maybe try and make one of our Eco-Crafts. Now get brainstorming!

Backyard Eco-Q
KIWI’s HOT tips for your summer BBQ or backyard bash!

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Stoking up the grill? Consider using the Big Green Egg or maybe a Sun Oven.
When barbecuing, use “lean and green” meats—organic of course, not the color green!
Serving a salad? Go organic.
When eating outside, don’t use paper plates. Try bamboo plates
instead.
Need an activity for the kids? Have them fly a kite. Try a Cobra Fly Kite
Kit.
Decorate with these recycled Tin Garden Lights.
Serving some moonshine? This Wine Barrel Basket will certainly be helpful.
Have a pool? Natural Pool Cleaner will keep it clean without destroying the environment. Also, try a chemical free treatment system.
No backyard party is complete without a deckchair. Deckchair Dreams says “Buy a deckchair, help a tree.”
Of course, don’t forget the sunblock—all natural, of course!