Isthmus Green Day | Monona Terrace, Madison, WI

Thanks to everyone who came to Isthmus Green Day!

Another great celebration of sustainability and healthy living has come and gone, we'll see you next year!

Doug Fine comes to Madison for Isthmus Green Day!

Doug Fine, journalist and author, will make his Madison debut headlining the one-day sustainability celebration, Isthmus Green Day, on April 20th at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. Admission is free and open to the public.
Fine has traveled to five continents, reporting from remote forests and war zones in Burma, Rwanda, Laos, Guatemala, and Tajikistan. He is a contributor to National Public Radio and Public Radio International. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, Wired, Salon, The Christian Science Monitor, Outside and more.
At Isthmus Green Day, Fine will share his experiences and answer the question, “Can a ‘Digital Age’ human live petroleum-free, without giving up any ‘Digital Age’ comforts?” He’ll also discuss the burgeoning legal cannabis industry and how that “new green economy” is shaping our country.
Here’s what others have said about Fine’s most recent books, Farewell, My Subaru and Too High To Fail:
"Fine is a…storyteller in the mold of…Douglas Adams. If you’re a fan of Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy-style humor — and also looking to find out how to raise your own livestock to feed your ice-cream fetish — Farewell, My Subaru may prove a vital tool." – Washington Post
"Fine examines how the American people have borne the massive economic and social expenditures of the failed Drug War, which is 'as unconscionably wrong for America as segregation and DDT.' A captivating, solidly documented work rendered with wit and humor." - Kirkus (Starred Review)
Isthmus Green Day at Monona Terrace in Madison is an expo and forum that celebrates and promotes environmentally conscious living through informative exhibits, product demonstrations, educational activities, fascinating speakers, shopping opportunities and more.
Saturday, April 20, 2013 * 10 a.m.-5 p.m. * Monona Terrace, Madison WI

Isthmus Green Day Schedule of Events

Green Day Main Stage

Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage

Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

Ongoing events at Green Day:

Seed Swap -
Got seeds you don't need? Want some new heritage seeds?
Bring some untreated seeds to share with the group!
Learn the importance of preserving our food crop heritage from the Seed Savers Exchange and
go home with info on how to begin saving your own seeds season to season.

Pop-up Recycled Art Gallery -
Absolutely Art and Handmade Madison: Indie Artist League are proud to partner to bring a pop-up recycled art gallery to Isthmus Green Day.
Featuring art, crafts and clothing from local artists!

Kid's Triathalon challenge -
Keva Sports Center's Striders Running Program and Endurance House will bring an obstacle course to challenge kids and parents alike, with prizes for all that participate.

All Events:

10:30 am- Urban Beekeeping - Nathan Clarke, Mad Urban Bees
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

10:30 am- Resolving Pain Naturally - Kimberly Zahasky, Blue River Chiropractic
Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage

10:30 am- Fermenting Food for Health and Fun! - Linda Conroy, Moonwise Herbs
Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

11:00 am- Isthmus Green Day Keynote: Michael Brune
Green Day Main Stage

11:15 am- Aroma Therapy & Reiki - Khadija Zayed, GHC
Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage

11:30 am- Go Green Girl Talk - Kayla Baake, EnAct Madison
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

11:45 am- Growing Unusual Fruit - John Holzwart, Moonwise Herbs
Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

12:15 pm- Yoga Demonstration - Amber Thompson, GHC
Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage

12:30 pm- What's red, white and green all over? UW-Madison
Green Day Main Stage

12:30 pm- Investing From the Heart - David McClellan Calvert Investments & Mary Strickland, R.W. Baird Co.
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

12:45 pm- REAP Chef Showcase: 608 Community Kitchen
Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

1:15 pm- 10 Simple Steps to Better Health - Kimberly Zahasky, Blue River Chiropractic
Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage

1:30 pm- Communities of Color Go Green - Annette Miller, MG&E and the New Green Challenge
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

1:45 pm- REAP Chef Showcase: Bloom Bake Shop
Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

2:00 pm- Isthmus Green Day Keynote: Doug Fine
Green Day Main Stage

2:15 pm- Reflexology - Mary Karls GHC
Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage

2:30 pm- Sustainable Landscaping - John J. Gishnock III, Formecology
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

2:45 pm- REAP Chef Showcase: Bunky's
Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

3:00 pm- Pot, Policy, & Drug Peace Panel
Green Day Main Stage

3:30 pm- Look at Me- I'm Being Sustainable - Raj Shukla, Cool Choices
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions

3:45 pm- Green Smoothie Experience - Dr. Ingrid Recnik
Green Day Demonstration Kitchen

4:00 pm- Doug Fine Book Signing
A Room of One's Own book signing booth
*Schedule subject to change*
Events by stage

Green Day Main Stage:

11:00 am- Isthmus Green Day Keynote: Michael Brune
12:30 pm- What's red, white and green all over? UW-Madison
2:00 pm- Isthmus Green Day Keynote: Doug Fine
3:00 pm- Pot, Policy, & Drug Peace Panel
4:00 pm- Doug Fine Book Signing
Calvert Investments Breakout Sessions:

10:30am- Urban Beekeeping - Nathan Clarke, Mad Urban Bees
11:30 am- Go Green Girl Talk - Kayla Baake, EnAct Madison
12:30 pm- Investing From the Heart - David McClellan & Mary Strickland, Calvert Investments
1:30 pm- Communities of Color Go Green - Annette Miller, MG&E and the New Green Challenge
2:30 pm- Sustainable Landscaping - John J. Gishnock III, Formecology
3:30 pm- Look at Me- I'm Being Sustainable - Raj Shukla, Cool Choices
Blue River Chiropractic Healthy Lifestyle Stage:

10:30 pm- Blue River Chiropractic Demonstration- Blue River Chiropractic
11:15 am- Aroma Therapy & Reiki - Khadija Zayed, GHC
12:15 pm- Yoga Demonstration - Amber Thompson, GHC
1:15 pm- Blue River Chiropractic Demonstration- Blue River Chiropractic
2:15 pm- Reflexology - Mary Karls, GHC

Green Day Demonstration Kitchen:

10:30 am- Fermenting Food for Health and Fun! - Linda Conroy, Moonwise Herbs
11:45 am- Growing Unusual Fruit - John Holzwart, Moonwise Herbs
12:45 pm- REAP Chef Showcase: 608 Community Kitchen -
1:45 pm- REAP Chef Showcase: Bloom Bake Shop -
2:45 pm- REAP Chef Showcase: Local Thyme & Fairshares CSA -
3:45 pm- Green Smoothie Experience - Dr. Ingrid Recnik

For event information, press materials or media inquiries, or any other questions, please contact:
Chris Majchrzak, Isthmus Marketing & Events Manager

Phone: 608-251-5627 x 122

Email: cmajchrzak@isthmus.com

This is an official Isthmus event

Isthmus Publishing Co., Inc.
101 King Street
Madison WI 53703
Phone 608-251-5627
Fax 608-251-2165

Email: event@isthmus.com
Web: Isthmus | The Daily Page
Mobile: Isthmus Mobile
Follow Isthmus on Facebook
Follow Isthmus on Twitter
Win Fabulous Green Prizes!

Come to Isthmus Green Day with an item to donate to Goodwill and you could win a super cool door prize, courtesy of these fine businesses: Fiskars , Planet Bike, Divine Body & Styles Organic Salon and Earth Balance.

Win a Gardening Tool Selection courtesy of Fiskars. Set includes StaySharp Max Reel Mower and an UpRoot® Weed & Root Remover.

Win a set of gorgeous Grasshopper bamboo bike fenders from Planet Bike!

Win a prize package from Earth Balance featuring a bamboo cutting board, an "Eat More Plants" t-shirt, two jars of their delicious nut butters and coupons for more free Earth Balance yumminess!

Win an Organic Spa Day from Divine Body & Styles Organic Salon & Spa. Let them renew you with a new cut and style, aromatherapy massage, and Sundari facial!

So be sure to stop by the Green Prize booth and drop off your Goodwill donation or sign-up to win one of these fabulous prizes!
Pics from past Green Day events!

2013:

2012:

2011:

2010:
Isthmus Green Day Location and Map

Monona Terrace is located at One John Nolen Drive, on the shore of Lake Monona in downtown Madison, two blocks from the State Capitol building.

Parking:

Monona Terrace features a 600-space, cashier-operated parking structure, which is accessible via East Wilson Street and the eastbound lanes of John Nolen Drive.

Bus:

Madison Metro bus service has regular stops around the Capitol Square and at Monona Terrace. Visit www.mymetrobus.com to plan your trip.

Bike Path:

The Capital City bike path runs along Lake Monona on the east side of John Nolen Drive directly to the Monona Terrace

Driving Directions:
- From Chicago (South): I-90 West to Exit 142A, West on U.S. Highways 12 & 18, 5 miles to John Nolen Drive, Exit 263 follow for 2 miles
- From Green Bay (North): I-90 East to Exit 142A, West on U.S. Highways 12 & 18, 5 miles to John Nolen Drive, Exit 263 follow for 2 miles
- From Milwaukee (East): I-94 West, I-90 East to Exit 142A, West on U.S. Highways 12 & 18 to John Nolen Drive, Exit 263 follow for 2 miles
- From Minneapolis (West): I-90 East to Exit 142A, West on U.S. Highways 12 & 18 to John Nolen Drive, Exit 263 follow for 2 miles
- From Des Moines (South): I-80 East to I-380 North, North on Highway 151 to U.S. Highways 12 & 18 East to John Nolen Drive, Exit 263 follow for 2 miles
Map
Sponsors of the 2013 Isthmus Green Day:

Madison Gas and Electric Company

WKOW

Wisconsin John Muir Chapter

Home Savings

Century House

Group Health Cooperative

Mad City Windows

Blue River Chiropractic

Clean Lakes Alliance

Calvert Investments

Triple MMM 105.5fm

Mix 105.1fm

Are you interested in a sponsorship?

Please contact:
Chad Hopper, Isthmus Sales Manager

Phone: 608-251-5627

Email: chopper@isthmus.com
Exhibitors:
Are you interested in setting up a booth, or a larger exhibit?

Please contact:
Janell Palmer, Isthmus Events Coordinator

Phone: 608-251-5627 x 152

Email: jpalmer@isthmus.com
Isthmus Green Day 2013

Isthmus Green Day in annual event that celebrates sustainability, healthy living and community by uniting organizations, speakers, businesses and activities. This eco-celebration features the best eco-friendly for-and-non-profit businesses and organizations; qualified, knowledgeable and entertaining speakers and green professionals; plus fun, sustainable activities for the whole family.

This year’s all day eco celebration is sure to draw in crowds with over 100 exhibitors offering ways to be greener at home, in the kitchen, on the road, and a full schedule of presentations focusing on sustainability, healthy eating & living, and workshops!

Last year there were a dozen presentations and breakout sessions in areas such as solar energy, food, financial investments and health. Previous speakers at Isthmus Green Day include famed author and New York Times writer Mark Bittman, Rick Bayless, award-winning chef-restaurateur, author and television personality, Bill McKibben, author of EAARTH: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet, and many more.

Over the years Isthmus Green Day has attracted thousands of people of all ages and walks of life. Business professionals, such as architects, lawyers and real estate agents walked amongst families consisting of children, teenagers, parents and grandparents. Quite a few college and graduate students visited booths alongside people aged 25-50.
For event information, press materials or media inquiries, or any other questions, please contact:
Chris Majchrzak, Isthmus Marketing & Events Manager

Phone: 608-251-5627 x 122

Email: cmajchrzak@isthmus.com

This is an official Isthmus event

Isthmus Publishing Co., Inc.
101 King Street
Madison WI 53703
Phone 608-251-5627
Fax 608-251-2165

Email: event@isthmus.com
Web: Isthmus | The Daily Page
Mobile: Isthmus Mobile
Follow Isthmus on Facebook
Follow Isthmus on Twitter

Thanks to everyone who came to Isthmus Green Day!

Another great celebration of sustainability and healthy living has come and gone, we'll see you next year!

Doug Fine comes to Madison for Isthmus Green Day!

Saturday, April 20, 2013 * 10 a.m.-5 p.m. * Monona Terrace, Madison WI

Isthmus Green Day Schedule of Events

Ongoing events at Green Day:

All Events:

Events by stage

This is an official Isthmus event

Win Fabulous Green Prizes!

Come to Isthmus Green Day with an item to donate to Goodwill and you could win a super cool door prize, courtesy of these fine businesses: Fiskars , Planet Bike, Divine Body & Styles Organic Salon and Earth Balance.

Pics from past Green Day events!

2013:

2012:

2011:

2010:

Isthmus Green Day Location and Map

Parking:

Bus:

Bike Path:

Driving Directions:

Map

Sponsors of the 2013 Isthmus Green Day:

Are you interested in a sponsorship?

Exhibitors:

Are you interested in setting up a booth, or a larger exhibit?

Isthmus Green Day 2013

This is an official Isthmus event