[Scpg] {Path to Freedom} Ridesharing up to SolFest and August event reminders

[Dervaes]

Greetings!

Thanks to all who attended the Biodiesel Mixer on Sunday (Aug 8)  We had a great turn out (about 40 attendees) with some coming as far away as Santa Barbara and San Diego --  (keeps getting better!) 

We have a few of Maria Alovert's Homebrew Biodiesel "Bible"  ($10) left --  for those interested (email us) -- proceeds go to Maria and helping her efforts in spreading the word.

Thanks to all for their support and those of you who brought goodies for the potluck.

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CARPOOLING 
To SolFest

We've had people asking for rideshare references up to Sol Fest (Aug 21 & 22)  http://www.solarliving.org/solfest2004.cfm

Few of the guest speakers will be...

Amy Goodman
Vandana Shiva
Daryl Hannah
Joshua Tickell
Richard Heinberg

If you would like a share a ride up to Hopland please contact us dervaes at pathtofreedom.com and we will pass your name onto the interested parties.

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REMINDER

New Zealand born Robina McCurdy, one of the world's most renowned permaculture experts, will be leading workshops hosted at Path to Freedom in Pasadena on Sunday, August 29th.

Learn how you can help to create a more sustainable future for our planet and our children!!  You will be sure to walk away with a strong desire to make a difference in the world around you.

For more details www.pathtofreedom.com/robina and remember that a $50 deposit is required by Aug 24th

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PTF HOMESTEAD TOURS
Self-sufficiency in the city

We've had overwhelming requests for tours this month and unfortunately we've had to suspend them due to our busy schedule (going up to Sol Fest in mid August) and backlog of projects here on the homestead that need attention.

If you've expressed interests in taking a tour, please fill out and submit the tour reservation form (www.pathtofreedom.com/tourform.htm), and I will keep you posted on the next available dates.  

Thank you for your understanding.

When: TBA  (tours take approx 2 hours)
Cost:   $10 donation 

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KNIT-TOGETHER (and crochet too!)
Cast-away with us 

Instructors: Anais & Jordanne Dervaes

Come join us for a evening of handworks in a peaceful garden setting. 

It's the perfect way to relax, meet others, practice your technique and skills, or share favorite patterns and show off your creations. 

Whether you've never knitted or crocheted a stitch before in your life, have done so a long time ago, just learned, or are an expert -- all skill levels are welcome!  

Please RSVP
When:  Tuesday, August, 17, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:   Free 
Please bring some healthy snacks and drinks to contribute to the "munchies table"

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HAUTE TIME SUMMER IN THE CITY

Sunday August 29

Presenter: Robina McCurdy of Earthcare Education Aotearoa, New Zealand

DESIGN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NATURE  - a permaculture workshop ( 9am - 4:30 pm)
Introduction to permaculture design principles, tools and process, and applying these to needs of the land, specifically to identify, enhance and create sacred spaces, restore areas n need of healing and balancing, and to protect and create wildlife habitat.  Limit to 24 participants

Workshop fee: $135 - $65 (income based sliding scale)  Email or call to register.  

Deposit of $50 required by Tuesday Aug 24 (includes slideshow entry)

Food: workshop participants - bring food to share as combine meal for lunch and also for dinner (if staying for slideshow presentation)

followed by 

PERMACULTURE GARDENS AROUND THE PLANET - a slideshow presentation ( 7 pm)
Examples of different environments around the world where dedicated gardeners, using methods appropriate to their conditions, have produces an abundance of organic food, while creating nature havens of beauty and harmony.

Slideshow entry: $12 - $5 (income based sliding scale)  This evening is free to workshop participants.

REGISTER  & PAY NOW!  @  www.pathtofreedom.com/outreach 

http://www.pathtofreedom.com/robinaregistration.pdf 

Volunteers Wanted: email us @ events at pathtofreedom.com 

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LOOK FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS

* Video screenings (End of Suburbia and more) - to be announced
* Build a Cob Oven presented by Ray Cirino - to be announced 
* Brewin' Biodiesel presented by Jules Dervaes  - to be announced

For more information or to make a reservation for these events or workshops please contact:
 
Path to Freedom 
A Sustainable Living Resource Center
Jules Dervaes (founder)
631 Cypress Ave 
Pasadena, CA 91103 
626.795.8400 
dervaes at pathtofreedom.com

Or visit our online calendar at:  www.PathtoFreedom.com/outreach 

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