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Environmental Federation of New England
E-mail Newsletter
The latest news and events from New England's
top environmental organizations.

VOLUME I, Issue 12
http://www.GreenForNewEngland.org

November 1, 2000
In this issue:
    1 - Stay Warm This Winter
    2 - Shhhhh!
    3 - What Are the Three R's of Recycling?
    4 - Winter Road Report
    5 - How Did They Do That?

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1 - Stay Warm This Winter
Do low temperatures automatically mean high heating costs?  Not if CET can help it.  While costs for heating your home are already going up, the Center for Ecological Technology may have solutions on how you can keep heating costs down and still stay warm this winter.  Customers of Berkshire Gas, Massachusetts Electric Company, and Western Massachusetts Electric Company can receive a free home energy survey that will show how you can save money and protect the planet.  CET will also help install free and low-cost energy conservation materials, and there are incentives for landlords and homeowners who weatherize their property. Contact CET at (800) 238-1221 for more information.

2 - Shhhh!
How much are you willing to pay for tickets to a top Broadway play or for a romantic weekend getaway?  On November 12th, join the Housatonic Valley Association for its 9th Annual Benefit Auction at the Washington Club Hall in Washington, CT.  A silent auction will begin at 1 PM followed by a live auction at 3 PM.  All proceeds benefit HVA’s clean water programs, such as their Stream Team Program, which recently began water quality testing of the East branch of the Housatonic River among other accomplishments.  HVA is also looking for items to auction at the event.  To donate items or for reservations, call (860) 672-6678.

3 - What Are the 3 R’s of Recycling?
On November 15th, the nation celebrates America Recycles Day.  In Massachusetts, the celebration, which began in October, continues throughout November. Kids can submit posters celebrating recycling or a recycling newsletter designed by their school.   The winning entries will be published! Adults can win an American Green Dream House. For an event near you or for more information, visit the official Mass.   Recycles Day website at www.massrecyclesday.org or call MassRecycle at (617) 338-0244.

4- Winter Road Report
Planning a drive through the White Mountains over the next few months?  You may want to visit AMC's website first to see which roads are not maintained, plowed, or salted during the winter season.  These roads may be impassible, depending on the weather conditions, so plan your trip accordingly.  For more information, visit AMC's website, www.outdoors.org.  And always call your local US Forest Service branch for information on road closures when travelling through wilderness areas in the winter.

5 - How Did They Do That?
Ever wonder how small cities can preserve an historic identity while advancing a modern community?  The Preservation Society of Newport County will address this question at its forum "Preserving Small Cities: Historic Identities and Contemporary Living" on November 10-11, 2000.  Through lectures and discussions, participants will learn just how these cities have remained places of historic and cultural value as well as how they deal with issues of planning and authenticity.  For more information or to register, contact the Society at (401) 847-1000, ext 154 or visit www.NewportMansions.org.

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