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Are we really not as 'green' as we all th... environment Sun, 06 Sep 2009 11:27:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m9d6-If-Edmonds-can-ban-plastic-bags-why-cant-Seattle?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d23-Saving-the-worlds-women?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Photo by Katy Grannan for the New York TimesToday's Sunday edition of the New York Times Magazine has a special focus about women around the world. Written by Hillary Clinton's (and my) favorite journalistic team Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDun... women global development Sun, 23 Aug 2009 16:15:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d23-Saving-the-worlds-women?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d22-Warren-Buffet-donates-another-27-billion-to-Gates-Foundation?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Warren BuffettIt may seem odd that the 2nd richest person in the world, Warren Buffett, is donating to the organization of the #1 richest person in the world, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. But I'm sure happy to see that these two billiona... resources Sat, 22 Aug 2009 18:02:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d22-Warren-Buffet-donates-another-27-billion-to-Gates-Foundation?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d21-Free-zine-workshop-822?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner If you've ever poked around the back wall of magazines at Elliot Bay Books you may have seen a zine, a miniature magazine with a miniture publishing budget. Zines give anyone with pencil and paper the opportunity to speak their mind, spread a message... events art books government resources Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:35:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d21-Free-zine-workshop-822?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Breastfeeding-legalized-in-WA-State?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner With a headline like that you may be wondering when breastfeeding was ever illegal. Well, up until 2001 nursing mothers could be ticketed with indecent exposure in any public place throughout the state. And as of last week, women are now free to brea... government women kids civil rights Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:22:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Breastfeeding-legalized-in-WA-State?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Now-hiring?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner From Flickr user SocialisBetterHere are some of the best nonprofit and grassroots job openings in and around Seattle this week. If you'd like to see your job opening listed here, please contact me.Youth Program Assistant for the Refugee Women's Alli... job opportunities Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:54:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Now-hiring?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m7d27-Fall-grassroots-events-around-town?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner You may have noticed that your beloved Seattle Grassroots Examiner has been on vacation for a little while. Well, I'm back, ready for the last leg of summer and home stretch to fall. And as usual, fall is packed with a slew of events and activit... events Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:16:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m7d27-Fall-grassroots-events-around-town?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d3-FEAR-Project-and-Tim-Matsui-photography?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner     This post is part of a month-long 'Silence is the Enemy' effort, to raise awareness about rape and sexual violence around the world and here in Seattle. All revenues from the month of June here at the Seattle Grassroots ... Silence is the Enemy Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:02:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d3-FEAR-Project-and-Tim-Matsui-photography?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Sexual-assault-news-in-Seattle?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner This post is part of a month-long 'Silence is the Enemy' effort, to raise awareness about rape and sexual violence around the world and here in Seattle. All revenues from the month of June here at the Seattle Grassroots Examiner will be donated to ... Silence is the Enemy Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:39:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Sexual-assault-news-in-Seattle?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Martins-Story-Overcoming-sexual-assault?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Martin speaking at Say Something!This article is part of a month-long 'Silence is the Enemy' effort, to raise awareness about rape and sexual violence around the world and here in Seattle. All revenues from the month of June here at the Seattle Grass... Silence is the Enemy Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:56:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Martins-Story-Overcoming-sexual-assault?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Silence-is-the-Enemy-bloggers-against-rape-and-sexual-violence?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner The opportunity has arisen to take action on a pressing and tragic issue and I, your Seattle Grassroots Examiner, will be your local host for 'Silence is the Enemy' throughout the month of June. I will donate 100% of my June Grassroots Examiner reven... women Silence is the Enemy Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:58:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Silence-is-the-Enemy-bloggers-against-rape-and-sexual-violence?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d27-Start-swapping-produce-through-Veggie-Trader?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Too many tomatoes? Too few fava beans? Why not swap them with Veggie Trader, a brand new online community for gardeners and eaters alike. On the site you can list fruits, veggies and herbs and either negotiate a trade or just plain buy and sell them.... outdoors Wed, 27 May 2009 10:32:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d27-Start-swapping-produce-through-Veggie-Trader?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Free-summer-play-dates-at-the-Seattle-Childrens-PlayGarden?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner  The Seattle Children's PlayGarden is a nonprofit organization providing children of all abilities full access to outdoor recreation space and offering inclusive programs that encourage every child's potential. The PlayGarden provides a well-des... events kids outdoors Tue, 26 May 2009 07:39:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Free-summer-play-dates-at-the-Seattle-Childrens-PlayGarden?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d19-Try-Urban-Eats-and-support-local-restaurants?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Its not too late to take advantage of this year's Urban Eats in the Seattle area. 49 of Seattle's best local restuarants are participating by offering up 3 course gourmet meals for $30. Visit any participating restaurant on a Sunday through Thursday ... events food Tue, 19 May 2009 10:52:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d19-Try-Urban-Eats-and-support-local-restaurants?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Seattle-Nonprofit-Profile-New-Beginnings?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner New Beginnings is a Seattle-based organization offering housing, legal advocacy, and social support for abused women and their children. As told by training coordinator Susannah Davis:“Our work is not only about empowering survivors. We also ra... volunteer opportunities women domestic violence Sun, 17 May 2009 06:50:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Seattle-Nonprofit-Profile-New-Beginnings?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Looking-for-a-speaker-in-Seattle?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Getting a speaker to come to your workplace or school can be an excellent way of bringing in a new perspective and inspiring your workforce. And I'm not talking about those slick, buddy-buddy motivational speakers you saw in your high school gymnasiu... nonprofits resources Sun, 17 May 2009 03:36:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Looking-for-a-speaker-in-Seattle?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d15-Shopping-Locally-Elliot-Bay-Book-Co?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Inside the main room of the bookstore Supporting your local economy is vital to maintaining Seattle's unique character and distinct neighborhoods. When you support small businesses in Seattle, you're helping your community and sending a message... books Fri, 15 May 2009 07:14:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d15-Shopping-Locally-Elliot-Bay-Book-Co?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d2-SeattleTilths-edible-plant-sale-this-weekend?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Shoppers at Seattle TilthSeattle Tilth's Edible Plant Sale is on this weekend at Meridian Park in Wallingford. They'll be offering up hundreds of local, organic, and sustainably produced goods.Over 50 varieties of tomatoes and 20 varieties of pepper... events food Sat, 02 May 2009 10:43:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m5d2-SeattleTilths-edible-plant-sale-this-weekend?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m4d22-Earth-Day-and-Seattles-new-recycling-system?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Have you been taking advantage of Seattle's new and improved recycling system? Things like egg shells and plastic wrap used to be garbage, but since March 30th, they are now a part of your regular recycling collection! Plus, you no longer have to sor... seattle government Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:21:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m4d22-Earth-Day-and-Seattles-new-recycling-system?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m4d20-Budget-cuts-Seattle-Public-Libraries-to-close-for-a-week?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner Seattle's central library downtownLast week Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels announced that 30 city employees would be laid off in the coming months and Seattle Public Libraries would close their doors for one full week in the end of August, the Seattle Ti... volunteer opportunities books politics recession Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:52:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6875-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner~y2009m4d20-Budget-cuts-Seattle-Public-Libraries-to-close-for-a-week?cid=exrss-Seattle-Grassroots-Examiner