WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

I turn my old clothes into new clothes so i won't have to go out and buy many  -laree, portland
I only use naturally derived cleaning products in my home. No chemcals. They smell fantastic!  -Mina, Kirkland
Changed all my home bulbs to the new hallogen ones.  -Todd, Seattle
I use hankies instead of kleenex. If you wash them with existing laundry and use a new one each day or so, they don't get gross.  -Gracie, Federal Way
If I'm not using an electronic or a light it isn't plugged in or turned on.  -Ashley, Seattle
I buy biodiesel for my VW Golf TDI at Dr. Dan's Alternative Fuelwerks in Ballard!  -Maggie Pettit, Seattle
instead of throwing out old things, i find someone who can use them, i even rehome the things my neighborhood puts on the curb.  -C.P., poulsbo
I re-use almost everything I buy at least once and if I cant, I dont buy it.  -Faith, Everett
The paper towel roll sits in a lower drawer where it's hard to find. But we have plenty of cloth towels for cleaning up spills.  -Tom, Seattle
Alot of people forget about being green at work, put an extra garbage can next to your desk for recyclables.  -Tim, Seattle
I use biodegradable bags for my dog's waste.  -Monica, Seattle
I installed a gray water toilet, using one of our rain barrels.  -Rich , Seattle
to get to places like school, and other towns i walk, ride my bike, rollerblade and when necessary, take the metro.  -kylie repp, snoqualmie
I use as much wood as possible as it a renewable resource and the global demand for wood does not exceed the annual growth rate.  -Ed, Portland Oregon
I buy organic, local food whenever possible to support farming and food transport that is best for my family and our world.  -Ardel, Snohomish, WA
Only printing when I absolutely have to. Take advantage of technology and use less paper, save it online!  -Aileen H., Seattle
I garden with Pacific Northwest native trees and shrubs to save water and attract birds.  -Erick, Seattle
Changed jobs so now I'm only 3 mi from home.  -MB, Seattle
i turn my water of when im brushing my teeth. :D  -kayla, lynnwood
Receive bills online, cancelled junk mail and pay approx $10 a month to purchase all of my KWh through renewable energy sources  -anne, kent
I turn the heat dry cycle off on my dishwasher to save energy.  -Amy, Bellevue
We are diligent to ensure that our recycling meets the guidelines provided.  -M, Redmond
Turn off water while washing my hair in the shower and between hand washed dishes.  -Mila, Seattle
I have a beautiful, locally made coffee mug I use every day at work instead of paper or Styrofoam.  -Michelle, Redmond
My boyfriend and I ride our bikes to school everday, a gas tank lasts us about two weeks. Take that gas prices!  -Caitie, Bellingham
I put a watering can under the faucet while I am waiting for the water to get hot.  -Holly, Seattle
Make sure the car is running as efficiently as possible  -Laura, seattle
Buy Local  -Sue, Seattle
I recycle paper, cans, bottles and I have a compost pile for the garden.  -Colette, Tacoma
I now bike everywhere i used to go in a car to get to friends houses.  -Steven , Sammamish
I only drive when absolutely necessary. Biking, walking or busing is 1Thing I do to help reduce my impact on our planet.  -Jenny Konway, Seattle
At work I buy 100% post consumer paper for our office printing & copying needs.  -Averie, Bellevue
For drying clothes I use a clothesline when the weather is good, or a wooden drying rack in the house when it's not.  -Jeanne, Onalaska
When shopping, if I can carry my purchase out with my two hands I always refuse the bag. Recycling's good too :)  -Candice, Des Moines
I have a chemical free yard and recycle faithfully. Also I grow my own vegetables.  -Lauri, Seattle
Riding my bike to work or carpooling.  -Cheryl, Seattle
I traded in my beloved 9 year old Jeep Wrangler (15 mpg) for a new Hybrid! Hurray!  -Leann, kenmore, wa
Go Solar!!!! Yes it works here!  -Kate, Seattle
I use my own coffee mug and water bottle at work instead of the paper cups  -Priya, Bellevue
I changed all my bulbs to fluorescents  -Kelly, Seattle
wearing flip flops. (no socks to wash!)  -S, Renton
I have a Klean Kanteen stainess steel water bottle that I carry with me instead of constantly buying plastic disposable ones!  -Laelle, Tacoma
Being a vegetarian has more of an eco-friendly impact then buying a hybrid.  -Morgan, Seattle
Whenever possible, I try to buy personal care products that are botanical and not tested on animals.  -Donna, Seattle
Turn off the water heater if away for a few days. Use dimmers on our lights. Use motion lights outside for security.  -Michelle, Redmond
I use cloth diapers and cloth wipes on my 10 month old daughter Abigail!!  -Megan, Fort Lewis
I recycle all the garbage I can.  -Sheldon, Orting, WA
I use a bicycle instead of the car for meetings and minor errands such as going to the post office, bank or grocery store.  -Doug, Seattle
I signed up for a food PLUS+ compost recycling bin and cut our trash way down.  -TJ, bellingham
I recycle whenever possible. but when im out in public i cant always recycle because there isnt always public recycling cans.  -Kayla, seattle
 

Art and the Environment: A Dialogue

July 2, 2008 - 9:13am — clybecker
07/17/2008 - 11:30am
07/17/2008 - 12:30pm
Etc/GMT-7

Seattle Art Museum and Cascade Land Conservancy co-host a panel discussion on the common interests of the arts and environmental communities in creating vibrant urban spaces and conserving critical landscapes. How do artists make our cities livable, and how should cities help artists thrive? Why should environmentalists care? What are the near-term priorities for both the arts and the environment? What are the potential benefits of join efforts, and what approaches should be explored? Join us as we consider these questions and next steps.

Free and open to the public, 11:30am-12:30pm. To reserve your space, please email boxoffice@seattleartmuseum.org or call the SAM Box Office at 206.654.3121.