November 15th, 2008
This month’s notes: November 2008: mid season and late apples are here! There may still be some corn mazes and hayrides! open. It’s time to make pumpkin pies, soup, cheesecake and pumpkin bread. At many Christmas tree farms, you can go and pre-select your tree, then come back to harvest it later! Find an apple festival, tomato festival, corn festival, peach festival or other festivals near you! Organic farms are still not common, but any that are, have the word ORGANIC by their name! Check out my easy canning instructions/recipes, canning equipment guide - and if you have tomatoes coming out your ears, see the tomatoes canning page! Also make your own ice cream - see How to make ice cream and ice cream making equipment and manuals
Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule>>
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October 28th, 2008
Swing into fall at any of Arizona’s fine golf courses. This glorious season is locally known for overseeding, cooler temperatures and reasoanble prices on green fees. Fall also means the Arizona return of the PGA TOUR with the Frys.com Open. October, November and December are great months to enjoy golf, either as a participant or a fan! ARIZONA GOLF>>
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October 16th, 2008
Perfect timing to enjoy Tucson’s cool mornings outside on your patio with a perfect cup of tea. This tea infuser is the best design I’ve seen. The arm bends over to stay on your mug and the matching saucer doubles as a lid to keep your tea ‘toasty warm’…and it’s only $6.00 To Purchase>>
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October 9th, 2008
This is a very easy and popular hike to the incredible Seven Falls. Everyone who lives in Tucson should make the trip at least once. Even though this hike is in the hot lower elevations, I list it as a summer hike because you can cool off in the pools at Seven Falls, and get your clothes wet so they keep you cool on the hike back.
Tucson has tons of incredible hiking trails. Visit www.SierraClub.Org to learn about all the various trails in and around Tucson, the best times for hiking the trails and so much more. SIERRA CLUB TUCSON TRAIL GUIDE
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October 8th, 2008
Bookmans’ Summer Music Series was such a success that we’re bringing in a new series for a new season! From Leila Lopez to Chris Holiman, experience the best of Tucson’s music with these intimate, early evening performances, every Friday from 6-8 p.m.
Let’s be honest: not everyone can get out to the clubs like they used to. Or maybe you’re too young to get into the clubs. We think good music is for one and all and that’s why we’ve booked a line-up of Tucson’s best local talent in our stores this fall. Starting September 12th, every week will offer up close and personal performances from local favorites like Al Perry to DIY champion Michael John Serpe. You won’t find a more relaxed or comfortable venue to experience Tucson’s eclectic and thriving music scene.
Each artist will perform two 45-minute sets from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. VIEW SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCES>>
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September 10th, 2008
Tucson Green Magazine is a print publication, distributed monthly in the Tucson, Arizona metropolitan area. They are all about educating, empowering and inspiring their readers to lower their carbon footprint and make a difference in the Tucson community and around the planet.
The articles focus on Sustainable Living, Community Spirit, Home and Garden, Natural Health, Good Food, Style and Arts, the Outdoors, Social Consciousness, and the Products, Services, Economics and Activities of “Green Living.”
They provide an upbeat, fresh voice for the exchange of ideas among people, organizations and businesses working together to create positive change for a better planet.
They invite you to browse their site and get to know them. http://www.tucsongreenzine.com/
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September 6th, 2008
Many families are making plans for the first day of the new school year. How can parents save money, save resources, and do something good for the planet whle getting the kids ready to go back to school? Pima County Department of Environmental Quality suggests trying one or two of the tips below to be eco-smart. Some tips require up-front costs, but will last a long time and reduce the need for future purchases while eliminating waste. Other tips will need a little extra initial planning but will reap significant benefits throughout the rest of the school year.
PACK A “NO GARBAGE” LUNCH: Think reusable, refillable, and precious resources. It’s hip to be green now, so lay in the supploies for a no garbage lunch. Use refillable containers in a lunch bag/box/pack. You can even go chic with a washable and reusable cloth napkin or bandana to wipe that peanut butter off. No more plastic or paper bags and napkins to buy, and our landfills will last longer.
MAKE IT GREEN: Those list of school supplies can be overwhelming and stretch on the wallet. Buy and use recycled products when you can; prices are going down and many are comparable to virgin products, plus the kids think they are cool. Have you seen the cardboard notebooks, Capri Sun juce box backpacks, recycled money pencils, and old school lunchboxes? They all help close the loop by reusing and recycling materials collected.
THE WHEELS ON THE BUS (AND CAR) GO ROUND AND ROUND: Riding the bus saves gas when compared to driving, but kids may be exposed to fumes that have been linked to rising asthma rates. Talk with your principal about creating a “No Idling Zone” around the school. Is there an area where parents sit in their vehicles and wait for dismissal? And one where buses sit and wait for the kids? Encourage No Idling Zones at your school where bus drivers and parents turn off their vehicle motors while waiting. They will save money on fuel, cut down on emissions released into the air, and we will all breathe easier.
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September 2nd, 2008
Tucson (TOO-sahn) is a growing metropolis of 1,000,000 that keeps getting better and better. The city’s geography is a postcard image of cactus forests, rolling hills and awe-inspiring mountains.
Tucson lies in the borderland, a region that blends the cultures of the United States and Mexico, and has a long history of settlement by ancient Native American peoples, Spanish explorers and Anglo frontiersmen.
The weather is mild nearly all the time, just right for all kinds of fun activities.
We think you’ll agree, whether you’re a new visitor or resident, just passing through, or a longtime resident rediscovering hometown treasures, that Tucson is Real. Natural. Arizona. VISIT TUCSON>>
VIEW PHOTO GALLERIES AND VIDEOS OF TUCSON>>
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September 1st, 2008
”Where do you see yourself in five or 10 years?”
Seeking serenity or direction in your life? The growing number of life coaches want to help.
It’s one of those questions many job-seekers dread during an interview, but it can be daunting to answer on a personal level as well. Amid all your responsibilities, activities and projects, it’s sometimes hard to see the big picture and easy to become overwhelmed or feel like you’re lacking direction.
That’s where a life coach can come in.
“If you are frustrated with an aspect of your life, not sure how to stop making the same choices you keep making or just want to have more happiness, peace of mind and passion — life coaching can do that for you,” says Rhonda Britten, founder of the Fearless Living Institute.
Life coaches can specialize in areas like relationships, careers or personal growth. They promise to motivate, offer support when clients need a boost in confidence and help them decide which direction to take. 
Quiz: Are you off balance? »
“In a perfect world, everyone could figure this out for him or herself, but we live in such a complicated time … that most of us need all the help we can get,” says life coach Libby Gill.
A big part of the process is figuring out where you are in life and where you want to be, but for many people, being asked to set personal goals is akin to being told to eat your broccoli. LEARN MORE>>
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August 21st, 2008
My family and I have been going to the Blue Willow for maybe…30 years!! We are so glad to see an article in the paper today about this fun, casual restaurant.
Not only does it have tasty food but, when you wait til the last minute and you’re going to need a nice, quick gift & a great card….(one of Tucson’s best selection of greeting cards) remember to drop by here. They have a wonderful, eclectic collection of gifts for adults and children.
Here’s the article:
By Gerald M. Gay
ggay@azstarnet.com
Tucson, Arizona 08.21.2008
We were first-timers to this popular Tucson restaurant and had heard good things about its breakfast menu.
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