http://www.betterlivingshow.org/better-living-blog.htm Better Living Show Blog rss feed en-us AlienBox offers moving box rentals and moving supplies AND—this is one of the best parts—they deliver! Portland gets an earth-friendly moving service. dave@scooterracer.com (Dave Schwanke) Thu, 15 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.alien-box-earth-friendly-moving-Portland.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.alien-box-earth-friendly-moving-Portland.htm Here's a recipe to make your own banana hemp protein smoothie. chefal@chefal.org (Chef Al Chase) Tue, 13 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Banana-Hemp-Protein-Smoothie.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Banana-Hemp-Protein-Smoothie.htm Heat & Glo’s Energy Pro Direct Vent gas fireplace to make its world debut at the Better Living Show. Its the first ever fireplace to be certified as a central furnace. cascadecreative@lutegrad.com (Christy Peterson) Mon, 12 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Energy-Pro-Direct-Vent-gas-fireplace.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Energy-Pro-Direct-Vent-gas-fireplace.htm The Nest thermostat learns your habits the more you use is it. cascadecreative@lutegrad.com (Christy Peterson) Fri, 02 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Thermostats-Go-Green-High-Tech.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Thermostats-Go-Green-High-Tech.htm Do your research when shopping for a natural mattress or eco-friendly mattress company. cascadecreative@lutegrad.com (Christy Peterson) Fri, 24 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.shopping-for-a-natural-mattress.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.shopping-for-a-natural-mattress.htm The Portland Expo Center has added three EV charging stations for the convenience of electric vehicle owners. AliciaCrawford@pcpa.com (Alicia Crawford Loos) Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Portland-Expo-Center-EV-Charging-Stations.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Portland-Expo-Center-EV-Charging-Stations.htm Concerns associated with high chemical exposures in nail salons have been recognized across the country. However, we have very limited information about chemical exposures in the nail salon workplace and the health needs of Vietnamese workers in these sa pkmelethil@zerowaste.org (PK Melethil) Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.air-quality-in-nail-salons.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.air-quality-in-nail-salons.htm There are many options when it comes to selecting green flooring and countertops. Here are a few sustainable solutions. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.How-to-Select-Green-Flooring-and-Counter-Tops.htm http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.How-to-Select-Green-Flooring-and-Counter-Tops.htm Portable hydraulic press used to manufacture briquettes for fuel offers simple sustainable solution. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Sustainable-Solutions-Can-Be-So-Simple.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Sustainable-Solutions-Can-Be-So-Simple.htm List of green healthy New Year's resolutions molfamily@earthlik.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Resolutions-for-Greener-Healthier-2012.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Resolutions-for-Greener-Healthier-2012.htm Tips for making your Christmas a little greener and more sustainable. jocelyn.j.anne@gmail.com (Jocelyn Anne) Sat, 26 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.New-and-Improved-Greener-Holiday-Season.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.New-and-Improved-Greener-Holiday-Season.htm Installing bamboo flooring is easy with a little planning and the right tools. There are pros and cons to bamboo flooring and greener options. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Tue, 22 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.how-to-install-bamboo-flooring.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.how-to-install-bamboo-flooring.htm Two celebrities will speak at Portland's Better Living Show - Daryl Hannah and Bethy Rossos alif@R-West.com (Ali Fisher) Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://betterlivingshow.org/better-living-blog.htm http://betterlivingshow.org/better-living-blog.htm The future of alternative energy in Portland, Oregon is promising due to Portland's climate and culture. mirha494@gmail.com (Mirsad Hasic) Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.The-Future-of-Alternative-Energy-in-Portland.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.The-Future-of-Alternative-Energy-in-Portland.htm Locally produced green events keep the money in the community and strengthening the economy. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Mon, 19 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.Support-Your-Local-Green-Events.htm http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.Support-Your-Local-Green-Events.htm There are lots of places to get used carpet, but when money is short, where can you find it for free? Here's a good source. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Thu, 23 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.Where-to-get-Used-Carpet-for-Free.htm http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.Where-to-get-Used-Carpet-for-Free.htm This year’s Energy Smart Home at the Clark Public Utilities Home & Garden Idea Fair offers ideas for just about everyone—whether you want to reduce our environmental footprint by making your home more energy efficient or yard more earth friendly lwittler@clarpud.com (Lena Wittler) Fri, 22 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.Energy-Smart-Home.htm http://betterlivingshow.org/blog.Energy-Smart-Home.htm Quinoa is gaining attention again because of its exceptional nutritional benefits. Its protein content is between 12 and 18 percent and like oats, quinoa is one of the few plant foods that contains complete protein molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Sat, 09 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.quinoa-growing-cooking-recipes-nutrition-benefits-salad.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.quinoa-growing-cooking-recipes-nutrition-benefits-salad.htm On March 25, 2011, Premier launches its Earth Wise Home Loan at the Better Living Show, designed to give real incentives to borrowers buying green-certified homes brad.hippert@pmrmtg.com (Brad Hippert) Fri, 25 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Portland-Mortgage-Company-Rolls-out-a-New-Green-Mortgage.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Portland-Mortgage-Company-Rolls-out-a-New-Green-Mortgage.htm Want to know how to really make eyes pop? Makeup artists agree, Find a hue opposite to your eye color. Here's our best suggestions on the subject from Alima Pure molfamily@earthlink.net (Alima Pure) Thu, 24 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://betterlivingshow.org/Kristen-Arnett-Alima-Pure-Green-Makeup.htm http://betterlivingshow.org/Kristen-Arnett-Alima-Pure-Green-Makeup.htm Living greener could mean making simple choices when remodeling your home that makes the living environment healthier for you and your children. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Fri, 11 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Living-Greener-Starts-at-the-Better-Living-Greener-Show.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Living-Greener-Starts-at-the-Better-Living-Greener-Show.htm The entire month of March will include ecoroof-themed events and presentations Matt.Burlin@portlandoregon.gov (Matt Burlin) Tue, 01 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Portland-Celebrates-Ecoroof-Month-in-March.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Portland-Celebrates-Ecoroof-Month-in-March.htm Efficiency is one of the hallmarks of our society. And, on the surface, creating more desired results from the resources available may seem benign or even beneficial, whether we’re talking agriculture, business, government, or education editor@naturallifemagazine.com (Wendy Priesnitz ) Thu, 17 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.instead-of-efficiency.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.instead-of-efficiency.htm DISH Network, along with several local independent satellite TV retailers exhibiting at each show, will increase its visibility on a national and local level through its participation in all 30 home and garden shows. cweingartner@aspenms.com (Caitlin Weingartner) Tue, 25 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.DISH-NETWORK-PARTNERS-WITH-PREMIER-HOME-SHOWS.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.DISH-NETWORK-PARTNERS-WITH-PREMIER-HOME-SHOWS.htm The local grocery store usually doesn’t stock many herbs that could easily grow in a garden pot and as easily add to the cooking pot. Here are a few suggestions for all to try. molfamily@earthlink.net (Sally Thompson) Sun, 23 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.From-Garden-Pot-to-Cooking-Pot-herbs.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.From-Garden-Pot-to-Cooking-Pot-herbs.htm Here’s my pitch as why you should Buy LOCAL and support the Good Earth Show. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Sat, 22 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.When-it-Comes-to-Green-Events-I-Say-Buy-LOCAL-Good-Earth-Show.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.When-it-Comes-to-Green-Events-I-Say-Buy-LOCAL-Good-Earth-Show.htm The Portland Expo Center reached record levels for recycling and sustainibility practices this past year. The Portland Expo Center takes its commitment to the environment seriously molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Tue, 11 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/better-living-blog.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/better-living-blog.htm Clark Public Utilities has selected Blue Ocean Events of Portland, Oregon to assist with production of the 20th annual Home & Garden Idea Fair. The event will be held April 29-May 1 at the Clark County Event Center at the fairgrounds. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Mon, 03 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Vancouver-Home-and-Garden-Idea-Fair-Clark-County-show.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Vancouver-Home-and-Garden-Idea-Fair-Clark-County-show.htm Loren Steffy’s Drowning in Oil, published by McGraw Hill is a historical look at the rise of BP and the other major oil companies and their endless pursuit of profits. It takes an objective look at the BP culture first created by John Browne. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Fri, 10 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.book-review-drowing-in-oil-bp-and-the-reckless-pursuit-of-profit.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.book-review-drowing-in-oil-bp-and-the-reckless-pursuit-of-profit.htm If you walk into the Pearl District’s newest art gallery, Gallery 903, you will see several pieces of art by artist Louise Harris. Simple in design and made of recycled material, the story behind the creator and the art is one of purpose and repurpose. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Tue, 30 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.artist-donates-proceeds-from-upcycled-art-to-non-profits-throughout-the-world.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.artist-donates-proceeds-from-upcycled-art-to-non-profits-throughout-the-world.htm Many people take our environment for granted. However, future generations may not have an environment suitable for a quality life. Our Earth is in trouble and if we continue our ways, destruction will be at hand. Here are some simple solutions. molfamily@earthlink.net (Teagan Hasler) Mon, 29 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Sustain-the-Earth-Enlighten-Our-Youth.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.Sustain-the-Earth-Enlighten-Our-Youth.htm Carol Deppe’s latest book The Resilient Gardener, takes the term ‘practical guide’ to a whole new level. This is not one of those fluff garden books with lots of color photos – its 308 pages filled with wisdom and information. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Sun, 21 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.the-resilient-gardener-book-review.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.the-resilient-gardener-book-review.htm Hybrid water heaters combine the benefits of conventional water heaters and tankless water heaters giving the homeowner the best of both technologies. Hybrids work essential in reverse of a refrigerator or air conditioner. An evaporator unit on top of the molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Fri, 12 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.what-is-a-hybrid-water.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.what-is-a-hybrid-water.htm I have had the pleasure of working with many small non-profits throughout my lifetime and watched many struggle as they went after large corporate donors and fancy websites to build their coffers thinking that would be enough to sustain them. Or they spen molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Thu, 11 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.give-advocate-volunteer-success-of-small-non-profits.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.give-advocate-volunteer-success-of-small-non-profits.htm You’ve decided to build a rain garden at your house and you have your basic design. You have calculated how large the rain garden needs to be and now you are ready to select plant material. Where do you start? molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Fri, 05 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.choosing-plants-for-pacific-northwest-rain-gardens.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.choosing-plants-for-pacific-northwest-rain-gardens.htm With the help of the city of Tigard, a passive solar solution was implemented at Mary Woodward Elementary School to help with the heating and cooling. molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Fri, 22 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.oregon-school-uses-passive-solar-to-help-with-heating-and-cooling-problems.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.oregon-school-uses-passive-solar-to-help-with-heating-and-cooling-problems.htm Choosing Energy Efficient Replacement Windows molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Thu, 14 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.choosing-energy-efficient-replacement-windows.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.choosing-energy-efficient-replacement-windows.htm Benefits of Energy Efficient Mortgages & Energy Improvement Mortgages - Energy Audit by American Green Home jerry@americangreenhomes.com (Jerry Slaughter) Wed, 13 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.benefits-of-energy-efficient-and-improvement-mortgages.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.benefits-of-energy-efficient-and-improvement-mortgages.htm What is an Energy Audit and what are the advantages? jerry@americangreenhomes.com (Jerry Slaughter) Mon, 11 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.what-is-an-energy-audit.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.what-is-an-energy-audit.htm How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment - Lower My Assessment molfamily@earthlink.net (Michael O'Loughlin) Thu, 07 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.how-to-appeal-your-property-tax-assessment.htm http://www.betterlivingshow.org/blog.how-to-appeal-your-property-tax-assessment.htm