SEEDS IS HIRING!

July 8th, 2009

SEEDS is hiring several great folks to assist with a newly funded Youth Core Program. We are looking for people who are excited to engage in experiential programming with Middle School or High School youth – and their families.  Click on the job title to see the full job description. Check […]

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World Wetlands Day - Feb. 2nd

January 29th, 2008

What is World Wetlands Day? February 2nd is World Wetlands Day. It marks the date of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands on February 2nd 1971, in the Iranian city of Ramsar on the shores of the Caspian Sea. World Wetland Day was celebrated for the first time in 1997 and made an encouraging […]

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Stop the Coal Rush

November 27th, 2007

SEEDS took part in one of 12 press conferences around Michigan — all sending the same urgent message: No More Coal Plants in Michigan until the state enacts a clean energy policy! It’s urgent for one simple reason: Michigan is looking at proposals for at least seven more new or expanded […]

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Coffee, beer, & music benefit Grass River

November 18th, 2007

Join Higher Grounds (www.highergroundstrading.com) Saturday, November 24th at Short’s Brewery ( www.shortsbrewing.com) in Bellaire to celebrate the release of the Cuppa Joe Crème Coffee Stout - made with their very own Mayan Magic Espresso Blend. As part of the annual Brew-Ski Bash, all proceeds from the $5 cover benefit the Grass River Natural Area […]

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Building a Village ~ Work Sessions!!

June 21st, 2007

Most Wednesdays this summer SEEDS and it’s collaborative partners are hosting Building a Village - Work Sessions. We are starting from the ground up and everyone is invited to come out and lend a hand!
Work Sessions start at 6:00pm next to Pleasanton Bakery. All sorts of surprises… you never know what […]

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Great Lakes Bioneers at the Water Festival

June 20th, 2007

Earthwork Music puts on another terrific Water Festival. SEEDS and Great Lakes Bioneers were there in full support!
The Water Festival, an annual event organized by the Earthwork Music Collective, is a family-oriented event bringing together Michigan’s best in music and activism.
This traveling festival had it’s sophomore debut in Grand Rapids Riverside Park. […]

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Tahquamenon Area Civic Center Committee

May 7th, 2007

NEWBERRY, MICHIGAN ~ On May 2nd, SEEDS and the Tahquamenon Area Civic Center Committee’s (TACCC) took the quest for a multi-purpose civic center to the local governments. The TACCC’s vision was embraced by all in attendance including representatives from the Village of Newberry, Luce County, Pentland Township and McMillian Township. Representatives were asked […]

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Potluck with Kenny and Nina

April 28th, 2007

Last Monday was a typical potluck at the Neahtawanta Inn; many splendid dishes of food; kids running around; lots of animated conversation; a selection of wine; and some Bioneers literature strewn around.
What set it apart as a special occasion were the guests of honor: Nina Simons and Kenny Ausubel, founders and co-directors of Bioneers. […]

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Who’s on Prairie Home Companion?

April 28th, 2007

Prairie Home Companion features Daisy May and Seth Bernard
The Earthwork Music Collective is one of Great Lakes Bioneers’ favorite partners and we’ve enjoyed their concerts, workshops, and stories.
Members of this collective spill enthusiasm and love for life and community. Seth Bernard and Daisy May Erlewine, cornerstones of Earthwork Music, will be featured on Praire […]

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It’s all Connected! It’s all Alive!

April 28th, 2007

“It’s all Connected! It’s all Alive! Beaming Bioneers and your local food co-op� by Steve Cooke, Ellen Michel , and our very own Great Lakes Bioneers’ coordinator, and SEEDs executive director, Sarna Salzman.
 
This article explains why cooperative groceries and the Bioneers make a perfect match. And, don’t forget, one of our strongest supporters,the […]

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