12 substitutes for plastic and aluminum in your kitchen
How many changes have you or can you make to reduce plastic in the kitchen? It’s estimated that by 2050, the weight of the plastic in the ocean will exceed... Read More
How many changes have you or can you make to reduce plastic in the kitchen? It’s estimated that by 2050, the weight of the plastic in the ocean will exceed... Read More
On January 22, twelve PGC members visited The Peralta Hacienda Preservation Park where we were enlightened by Executive Director Holly Alonso about the the programs they offer to children and... Read More
The Biggest Little Farm was well received for our February 6 PGC movie night. The evening began with drinks and appetizers at Lori Adam’s beautiful home. Delicious soups, salads, and... Read More
This MINDFUL CONSERVATION CHALLENGE is for participating cooks for Conservation movie night — and potluck contributors everywhere. Can you avoid single use plastic covers and containers for the food or... Read More
Earth is in danger, we can help. The climate crisis is devastating the Earth. Learn what WE can do, learn what YOU can do. Here are two sources for important... Read More
Following up on Julia Burke’s MINDFUL EATING talk at our September Regular meeting, consider eating a vegetarian meal at least once a week. In addition to the environmental benefits ,... Read More
Every year, the average American goes through more than 250 pounds of plastic waste, and much of that comes from packaging. So what do we do with it all? Your recycling... Read More
A fun day was had by the 11 PGC members who ventured to the beautiful Capay Valley to tour “Farm Fresh to You.” Not only did we learn about Capay... Read More
CONSIDER YOUR FOOD CHOICES: o Follow the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) “Dirty Dozen vs Clean 15” Guide to Reducing Pesticides in Produce. Dirty dozen: always buy organic; Clean 15: may... Read More
Blistering hot weather did not deter 75 local GCA members from a long-planned field trip to the Presidio of San Francisco on Sept. 25. Our goal was to see and... Read More
At PGC’s September 18 lunch meeting, the Conservation Committee showcases “Mindful Conservation,” our 2019-2020 theme — promoting ways to conserve in our everyday lives. Throughout the year, we will share... Read More
In March, five lucky Piedmont Garden Club members drove to Hamilton Air Force Base wetlands to walk along the Bay Trail and see the restored wetlands. During WWII, the Air... Read More