News and Events
Sustainable Systems at Work Discussion Course
Wednesdays, February 3rd - March 3rd from 6 - 8 pm.
This five-session discussion course is designed to further organizational sustainability initiatives in the workplace. Participants in this discussion course will a) Evaluate the current economic model and consider the case for change, b) Examine the concept of sustainability from an organizational perspective, c) Evaluate principles and frameworks for guiding a vision, d) Identify tools and strategies for implementing a framework and e) Develop an action plan to advance organizational change.
Cost: $35 covers the cost of the study guide.
Location: Village Commons, 1423 Main Street
Space is limited so advance registration and payment is requested. For more information or to register, please call 501-213-5388 or email info@arkansasearth.org.
Voluntary Simplicity Discussion Course
Tuesdays, March 2 - April 20 (Skip Mar. 23) from 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Learn ways to
- Slow down
- Simplify your life
- Live within your means
- Take time to do what matters most
- Enjoy life more
Location: Heifer Village, downtown Little Rock
Cost: $40 tuition fee includes moderated discussion and study materials. Register by Tuesday, Feb 16, to receive a $10 discount.
To register, email HeiferVillage-Registration@heifer.org or call 501-907-COWS (2697) for additional information, or visit www.heifer.org/discussions. Early enrollment is encouraged as space is limited.
Arkansas Earth Institute Annual Retreat - Friday, Jan 29 - Saturday, Jan 30, 2010
Relaxed and get energized for the New Year. Elizabeth Weber, artist-in-residence at the Arkansas Children’s Hospital, will lead us in an art project on Friday evening. Saturday we’ll focus on learning from 2009 and making new, fresh ideas for 2010. Program begins Friday evening at 6 pm and concludes Saturday afternoon at 4 pm.
Fee: $60 for double occupancy; $90 for single occupancy. Price includes lodging, 3 meals (Friday night through Saturday afternoon), program and tour of Heifer Ranch. Location: Heifer Ranch in Perryville, Arkansas. For more information or to register, please contact Jessica Clendenning at info@arkansasearth.org or (501)425-9443.
