AmpleHarvest.org Welcomes Louis-Jacques Tanguy to Board of Trustees

AmpleHarvest.org Welcomes Louis-Jacques Tanguy to Board of Trustees

AmpleHarvest.org, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to ending food waste and hunger, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Louis-Jacques (“LJ”) Tanguy to its Board of Trustees. LJ brings a wealth of experience from his current role as Chief Accounting Officer and... - October 12, 2024 - AmpleHarvest.org

KIB Partners with Vizient for 21st Annual Community Day

On Oct. 8, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) welcomed 34 Vizient, Inc. employee volunteers to Northwest Park, 2800 Cheyenne Street, for the company’s 21st annual “Community Day” event. Employees brought a fresh look to the park bridge and safety fencing by brightening the structures... - October 11, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

KIB Celebrates 33rd Annual Trash Bash at T.W. Richardson Grove 438 Volunteers Participate

T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. Interstate Highway 635, was the site of the Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) 33rd Annual Trash Bash, the organization’s signature cleanup event. A total of 438 volunteers gathered at the park on Sept. 28, with a focus of stopping litter from reaching the nearby... - October 10, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Ghana’s Kpone Landfill Using ClosureTurf® Earns Global Recognition at Recent International Conference

Ghana’s Kpone Landfill Using ClosureTurf® Earns Global Recognition at Recent International Conference

The Kpone Landfill Decommissioning Project, an initiative by the Government of Ghana under the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources, received global acclaim at the World FIDIC Conference held in Geneva from September 7 to 10, 2024. The projects's success, including the use of ClosureTurf, highlights the essential role of infrastructure in improving lives and fostering a better world. - September 25, 2024 - Watershed Geo

Exotic Animal Sanctuary Condemns Governor Landry’s Call to Reinstate Abolished LSU Practice

Exotic Animal Sanctuary Condemns Governor Landry’s Call to Reinstate Abolished LSU Practice

Fully accredited sanctuary expresses concern over Governor’s recent statements regarding LSU’s tiger mascot, highlighting potential risks and the importance of prioritizing animal welfare over tradition. - September 13, 2024 - Lions Tigers & Bears

September 22 is World Rivers Day 2024

On the fourth Sunday of every September, World Rivers Day commemorates the many values of our rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe – this massive worldwide event involving more than 100 countries and millions of participants has its roots in British Columbia Rivers Day. - September 04, 2024 - World Rivers Day

Keep Irving Beautiful Partners with Pacific Dental Services for Serve Day Group Conducts Cleanup at T.W. Richardson Grove Park

Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) recently partnered with Pacific Dental Services (PDS), a leading national dental support organization, for a cleanup at T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. I-635, on August 17. Volunteers from Irving PDS started their day of service at the park early Saturday morning. - August 29, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Nature & Business Summit: Montreal to Host an Event Dedicated to Accelerating Corporate Engagement in Biodiversity Protection

Nature & Business Summit: Montreal to Host an Event Dedicated to Accelerating Corporate Engagement in Biodiversity Protection

Workshops for Biodiversity (Ateliers pour la biodiversité) is excited to announce the first Montreal Nature & Business Summit, taking place on November 26, 2024, at HEC Montréal’s Hélène-Desmarais Building. This premier event aims to accelerate corporate... - August 22, 2024 - Workshops for biodiversity

KIB to Celebrate 33rd Annual Trash Bash - Volunteers Invited to Register Online or Participate Remotely

Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) will celebrate the 33rd Annual Trash Bash from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 28 at T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. Interstate Highway 635. Volunteers will focus their efforts on North Campion Trail and surrounding area, with the goal of keeping litter from... - August 14, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Keep Irving Beautiful Presents Annual Awards: Local Community Members Honored at Ceremony

The annual Mayor and Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) Awards ceremony was held on August 5 at the Jack D. Huffman Community Building. Guests entered the venue to the sounds of beautiful harp music provided by Becky Scherschell, then were greeted and signed in by Elouise McMillian and Karen Harmon. Mike... - August 09, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

L'Effervescence Redefines Sustainable Dining with Second Impact Report

L'Effervescence Redefines Sustainable Dining with Second Impact Report

L'Effervescence, Tokyo's renowned fine-dining French restaurant, recently released its comprehensive 2023 Impact Report. This second edition of the report underscores the restaurant's progress toward its goal of becoming a regenerative establishment by 2030. As the first restaurant in Japan to publish a detailed impact report, L'Effervescence continues demonstrating its commitment to transparency, environmental stewardship and setting new benchmarks in industry leadership. - August 07, 2024 - L'Effervescence

Lions Tigers and Bears Joins San Diego Comic-Con 2024

Lions Tigers and Bears Joins San Diego Comic-Con 2024

Official Comic-Con Panel Discussion & Outside Event - July 18, 2024 - Lions Tigers & Bears

Keep Irving Beautiful Partners with Girl Scouts for Beautification Project

On July 2, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) welcomed a group of Girl Scouts to Lively Park, 909 N. O’Connor Road, for a beautification service project. The team consisted of scouts from Irving and girls from troops outside the city who are all part of a travel club. After receiving safety... - July 11, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Introducing Tails, Beaks and Feets: Created by Animal Lovers for Animal Lovers

Tails, Beaks and Feets, an innovative new app designed by passionate animal lovers and advocates, is now available to pet owners everywhere. Driven by their team’s deep love for animals and a commitment to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners, Tails, Beaks and Feets offers a... - July 03, 2024 - Tails, Beaks and Feets

Keep Irving Beautiful Recognized as Gold Star Affiliate by Keep Texas Beautiful

Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), a statewide grassroots environmental and community improvement non-profit organization, recently named Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) a Gold Star Affiliate. Gold Star recognition is the highest membership recognition status any community affiliate can achieve. “Keep... - June 06, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Nonprofit Mission Meow Invests in Kittensnatchers to Save and Improve the Lives of Cats in Philadelphia, PA

Nonprofit Mission Meow Invests in Kittensnatchers to Save and Improve the Lives of Cats in Philadelphia, PA

Kittensnatchers is set to receive a $5,350 grant from New Jersey nonprofit Mission Meow in support of their lifesaving work for cats in Philadelphia, PA. - May 26, 2024 - Kittensnatchers

Keep Irving Beautiful Visits Heritage Senior Center for Art Project

On May 22, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) staff visited the Heritage Senior Center (HSC), 200 S. Jefferson St., for a birdhouse painting project with the seniors. The seniors gathered in the crafts room and spent the morning flexing their artistic talents and creativity. HSC Recreation Specialist T.J. - May 25, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

21st Annual Tour de Elizabeth Draws Over 800 Cyclists in a Scenic Journey Through Elizabeth, NJ: Participants from all over the U.S. gathered for "Riding with Heart"

A portion of the proceeds from the event contribute to non-profit Groundwork Elizabeth's mission of improving the physical environment and promoting environmental justice. To learn more about Groundwork Elizabeth and future events, visit www.groundworkelizabeth.org. - May 23, 2024 - Groundwork Elizabeth

AmpleHarvest.org Celebrates 15 Years of Combating Hunger with Fresh Food Solutions

AmpleHarvest.org Celebrates 15 Years of Combating Hunger with Fresh Food Solutions

Over the past decade and a half, AmpleHarvest.org has grown to encompass a nationwide network of more than 8,200 food pantries, making it easier than ever for gardeners to donate their surplus produce. In celebration of its 15th anniversary, AmpleHarvest.org is introducing a special initiative: the opportunity to sponsor pantry listings in honor or memory of a loved one. - May 16, 2024 - AmpleHarvest.org

Calling All Bike Riders: Join the 21st Annual Tour De Elizabeth - 21st Tour Theme is "Riding with Heart"

Registration for the Tour de Elizabeth is open online at www.groundworkelizabeth.org, and the non-profit organization is inviting cyclists of all ages and skill levels to be a part of this exciting event that draws people from across the country. - May 16, 2024 - Groundwork Elizabeth

New Book Showcases 75 Hikes Across the Rocky Mountains

Trail guide offers hikers a diversity of hikes that explore the national parks, forests and wilderness areas of the American Rockies. - May 10, 2024 - RockyMountainHikingTrails.com

Keep Irving Beautiful Seeks Nominations for Annual Awards "Mayor and KIB Awards" Honor Irving’s Difference Makers

Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for the 2024 “Mayor and KIB Annual Awards.” These awards honor local individuals, organizations and businesses that have gone above and beyond in making significant contributions towards making Irving a better place to... - May 01, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Wild in the Country: 15th Annual Gala & Fundraiser

Wild in the Country: 15th Annual Gala & Fundraiser

Presented by Lions Tigers & Bears: Southern California’s Only True Sanctuary for Exotic Animals - April 30, 2024 - Lions Tigers & Bears

CASPCA Leads the Charge on National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day: Reduced Fees and Community Engagement Initiatives

CASPCA Leads the Charge on National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day: Reduced Fees and Community Engagement Initiatives

The Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA is excited to join in National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day on April 30, 2024, especially as the City of Charlottesville proclaims it for the first time. Reduced adoption fees will be offered, and the community is encouraged to adopt, share rescue stories with #MyCASPCARescue, and donate to address a pet food shortage. Mayor Juandiego Wade expressed support for this initiative, highlighting the community's commitment to shelter adoption. - April 29, 2024 - Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA

Wild Horse Fire Brigade Announces Historic Environmental Initiative on Earth Day - Plan to ReWild 1,000 Wild Horses

Wild Horse Fire Brigade Announces Historic Environmental Initiative on Earth Day - Plan to ReWild 1,000 Wild Horses

Wild Horse Fire Brigade ('WHFB') has received formal letters of endorsement from the Nevada Lands Council and Elko County Nevada Commissioners who voted unanimously to support Wild Horse Fire Brigade's large-scale Rewilding project for up to 1,000 wild horses. - April 22, 2024 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions

Sakhyam: TEDx Speaker Launches a Campaign to Raise Funds for Animal Welfare

Sakhyam: TEDx Speaker Launches a Campaign to Raise Funds for Animal Welfare

Preethi Srinivas, a TEDx speaker and animal advocate, has launched a crowdfunding campaign for her new book "Sakhyam." This fictional story explores the bond between a boy and a cow, highlighting the plight of these gentle beings. "Sakhyam" goes beyond awareness, raising funds for cows and encouraging empathy for all living beings. The campaign runs until April 30. Join Preethi's movement, "Befriend Cows," and help make a kinder world for all. - April 19, 2024 - Befriend Cows

Keep Irving Beautiful Hosts “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off”

The “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off” is the state’s signature event of the “Great American Cleanup,” taking place in communities all across Texas. Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) hosted its event on April 6 at Trinity View Park, where volunteers shared a common goal... - April 19, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

16th Annual World Peace Earth Day Celebration Honoring Oneness, Peace & Sustainability to Awaken Humanity's Consciousness for a Better Tomorrow

Planet Heart, in partnership with We, The World are doing our annual earth day event. Come join them with their Conscious Community as they honor the very essence of our existence - Mother Earth, celebrate our interconnectedness, and build a future where all life flourishes in harmony and peace. Planet Heart will feature speaker/presenters and performers whose presentations will weave a truly magical Earth Day experience. - April 13, 2024 - We, The World

Renewable Green Hydrogen Production Technology Success by Thomas Institute for Technology Research

8 year Study by Thomas Institute for Technology Research invention technology for extraction of hydrogen from seawater in Proof of Concept Prototype having hundreds of potential applications. - April 10, 2024 - Thomas Institute for Technology Research

Last Community Rally for Weddington Golf & Tennis, Closing After 68 Years of Serving Studio City and San Fernando Valley Residents

Last Community Rally for Weddington Golf & Tennis, Closing After 68 Years of Serving Studio City and San Fernando Valley Residents

With the local community against the closure, Harvard-Westlake High School will be shutting down all golf and tennis operations of Weddington Golf & Tennis. Supporters of Save LA River Open Space, Save Weddington, and Studio City Residents will be gathering for a special event 10am Sunday, 3/24/24 to show their appreciation of this historical cultural landmark in different ways. - March 21, 2024 - Save LA River Open Space

KIB Partners with Girl Scouts for Cleanup Project

Irving Girl Scout Troops are making a tradition of volunteering with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) during their spring break. On March 11, KIB welcomed scouts and family members to the KIB office, 3000 Rock Island Road, for a cleanup project. After receiving safety instructions, and putting on bright... - March 17, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Keep Irving Beautiful to Host Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off April 6

Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) invites the public to participate in the “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off,” our state’s signature event of the “Great American Cleanup,” the nation’s largest community improvement program. Irving’s event is scheduled for 9... - March 06, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

KIB Partners with Christ Church “516 Students” for Cleanup

On Feb. 24, members of the Christ Church “516 Students” Youth Ministry conducted a cleanup of the neighborhood south of the church, located at 1750 E. Airport Freeway. Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) provided all the cleanup supplies for the group, including volunteer vests, litter... - March 04, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Affordable Connectivity Program for Alabama Residents Deadline Feb. 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET

Affordable Connectivity Program for Alabama Residents Deadline Feb. 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET

The Community Action Association of Alabama (CAAA), in collaboration with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking all qualified Alabama residents to sign up for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) before the enrollment deadline of February 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET. This federal... - January 22, 2024 - Community Action Association of Alabama

KIB Partners with Gartner, Inc. for Cleanup Project

On Jan. 11, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) welcomed eight Gartner, Inc. employee volunteers to Bird’s Fort Trail Park, 5756 Riverside Drive, for a service project. They conducted a cleanup of the park, focusing on the tree lines where litter tends to collect. Wearing shirts that read,... - January 18, 2024 - Keep Irving Beautiful

KIB Partners with Connectrac for Community Service Day

On Nov. 16, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) welcomed 22 Connectrac employee volunteers to Trinity View Park, 2221 E. State Highway 356, for a service project. They conducted a cleanup of Trinity View and the neighboring River Hills Park. The group’s combined efforts accounted for a total of 66... - November 29, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

KIB Partners with Vizient for 20th Annual Community Day

On Oct. 10, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) welcomed 24 Vizient, Inc. employee volunteers to Trinity View Park, 2221 E. State Highway 356, for the company’s 20th annual “Community Day” event. The volunteers gave a fresh look to the fencing and pavilion near the newly installed... - October 14, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Introducing Nature's Playbook: A New App Inspiring Connection with the Great Outdoors

Introducing Nature's Playbook: A New App Inspiring Connection with the Great Outdoors

Nature's Playbook, a groundbreaking nature and travel application, has launched on the App Store. - October 12, 2023 - Nature's Playbook

Transect Unveils Exclusive Beta of AI Solar Sentiment Feature for Solar Industry Clients

Transect Unveils Exclusive Beta of AI Solar Sentiment Feature for Solar Industry Clients

Transect, a prominent provider of cutting-edge software for land evaluation, is excited to introduce an exclusive beta release of its revolutionary feature, Solar Pulse. This feature is designed for assessing community solar sentiment and suitability, marking a significant milestone in the industry. - October 05, 2023 - Transect

KIB Celebrates 32nd Annual Trash Bash 428 Volunteers Participate at T.W. Richardson Grove

T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. Interstate Highway 635, was the site of the Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) 32nd Annual Trash Bash, the organization’s signature cleanup event. A total of 428 volunteers gathered at the park on Sept. 23, with a focus of stopping litter from reaching the nearby... - October 04, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Gary Oppenheimer Workshop at American Community Gardening Association Conference

Gary Oppenheimer, founder of AmpleHarvest.org, has been invited to speak at the American Community Gardening Association (ACGA) Houston Conference, "Celebrating the Diversity of Growing" on September 27-30, 2023. Oppenheimer will be giving a workshop titled "How AmpleHarvest.org... - September 27, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org

Gary Oppenheimer to Speak at 2023 Native American Nutrition Conference

Gary Oppenheimer, the founder of AmpleHarvest.org, has been invited to speak at the 2023 Native American Nutrition Conference. The conference, which will take place on September 10-12 in Prior Lake, Minnesota, will bring together Indigenous nutrition experts and Tribal representatives to discuss... - September 13, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org

September 24 is World Rivers Day 2023

Each year, World Rivers Day commemorates the immense values of our rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe – this massive worldwide event involving more than 100 countries and millions of participants has its roots in British Columbia Rivers Day. - September 11, 2023 - World Rivers Day

Workshops for Biodiversity: Protecting Biodiversity Through Awareness and Mainstreaming

Workshops for Biodiversity: Protecting Biodiversity Through Awareness and Mainstreaming

Workshops for Biodiversity, a nonprofit organization, is gearing up for an exciting season ahead with an expanded series of workshops across Canada. Scheduled in cities like Montreal, Quebec City, Trois-Rivieres, Sherbrooke, and Drummondville these events aim to empower communities and organizations with the knowledge needed to protect our planet's biodiversity. With a two-fold mission of raising awareness and promoting mainstreaming, the organization seeks to enlighten minds about biodiversity. - September 05, 2023 - Workshops for biodiversity

Saudi Arabia Unveils 20 "Blue Holes" Found in the Red Sea and Initiates Program for Research and Conservation

Saudi Arabia Unveils 20 "Blue Holes" Found in the Red Sea and Initiates Program for Research and Conservation

Saudi Arabia unveiled a ground breaking discovery of 20 "blue holes" in the Red Sea which marks a significant milestone in marine exploration and conservation efforts. - August 30, 2023 - NCW

KIB to Celebrate 32nd Annual Trash Bash Volunteers Invited to Register Online or Participate Virtually

Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) will celebrate the 32nd annual Trash Bash from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 23 at T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. Interstate Highway 635. Volunteers will focus their efforts on North Campion Trail and surrounding area, with the goal of keeping litter from... - August 30, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Keep Irving Beautiful Partners with Pacific Dental Services Group Conducts Cleanup at T.W. Richardson Grove Park

Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) recently partnered with Pacific Dental Services for a cleanup at T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. I-635, on August 19. They gathered at the park early Saturday morning for their day of service. After receiving safety instructions, they set out in small groups, working... - August 30, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

Keep Irving Beautiful Presents Annual Awards - Local Community Members Honored at Ceremony

The annual Mayor and Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) Awards ceremony was held on August 7 at the Jack D. Huffman Community Building. Guests were first greeted and signed in by Elouise McMillian and Karen Harmon, and then had the opportunity to tour the Irving Archives and Museum prior to the ceremony. - August 16, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

New Book Exposes Unconventional Theory: Amazon & SpaceX Accelerating Climate Change

Author Mark Rider Unveils Startling Insights into Accelerated Climate Change Linked to Space Debris and Satellites. - August 09, 2023 - Author Mark Rider

Keep Irving Beautiful Partners with Dallas College North Lake Campus Student Government Association Conducts Cleanup

Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) recently partnered with the Student Government Association (SGA) of Dallas College North Lake Campus for a cleanup at the Rock Island Road Bike and Pedestrian Trail on July 13. They met at the KIB office, directly across the street from the trail. After receiving... - July 26, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful

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