1. Green Earth Mission
Promoting nutritional
Institute health and environmental
Naperville, IL sustainability.
Program | May 1, 2011
8th Annual
Green Earth Fair
Putting Green into Practice!
12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
2. Putting Green into Practice!
After a cold, wet winter, finally Spring is in the air! At the farm, the cool weather veg-
gies are growing in the field. The greenhouses are overflowing with tomatoes, egg-
plants, peppers, basil, cucumbers, summer squash, and watermelon awaiting warmer weather and their time in the
sun. What a fitting time to invite everyone to the farm to celebrate spring and renew our connection to the earth!
Beyond celebration, the Green Earth Fair offers opportunities for learning about the environment, nutritional health,
and how we can practice sustainability in our homes, yards, and gardens. Take advantage of expert resources to
learn more about the foot you eat and how to put green into practice.
Exhibition Booths: Local exhibitors will be providing information about their activities and products to help
you achieve a greener and healthier lifestyle. See the Exhibitor Guide (pages 8-12) and
map (Page 7) for details.
Speaker Attend presentations throughout the day. See the Scheduled Events section (page 3)
Presentations: for details.
Food: This year, we are pleased to have Braconi’s Pizza (Booth 41) and Two Mothers Foods
(Booth 43) offering food for purchase. Braconi’s is a local pizzeria offering traditional
Italian pizza slices. Two Mothers is a minimal-waste, natural food vendor featuring ham
and veggie wraps.
Whole Foods will be offering a variety of free snacks and samples (Booth 44) in the
exhibit area, including food from Chef Ron Moore’s cooking demonstrations (available
while supplies last).
Drinks: Arbor Vitae’s booth (42) will have a variety of beverages available for purchase. Com-
plimentary water will be available through the Green Earth Institute either in your own
container or in recyclable paper cups.
Entertainment: Be sure to spend some time at the Main Stage. Sit under the tree and enjoy the tal-
ented entertainers! There will be live performances throughout the afternoon. See the
Scheduled Events section (page 3) for details.
Renewable Energy See the recently-installed solar panels, wind turbine, green roofs, and rainwater har-
Tours: vesting system, elements of The Conservation Foundation's Water Conservation & Re-
newable Energy Demonstration Project. These tours’ start time is 1:30, 2:30, & 4:00
p.m., leaving from the Fire Circle near the barn.
Organic Farm Tours: See some of the vegetable fields and greenhouses as you learn about the Green Earth
Institute's organic growing methods. Take your choice of two tour times, 2:30 or 4:00
p.m., leaving from the Fire Circle near the barn.
Tour of the Farm's Take a walking tour of the restored natural areas including the wetlands, prairie patch,
Natural Areas: butterfly garden, and rain garden, led by staff of The Conservation Foundation. This
tour’s start time is 2:30 p.m., leaving from the Fire Circle near the barn.
Plant & Rain Barrel Purchase some greenery to take home with you! Organic vegetable and herb seedlings
Sales: grown by the Green Earth Institute farmers are in the entrance circle, along with native
landscaping plants from Growing Place.
Rain barrels are available at The Conservation Foundation's booth near the barn.
Children’s Activities: There are activities are in several areas and throughout the day. See page 6 for com-
plete details.
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3. Scheduled Fair Events
12:30 Entertainment: Live music performed by The Cattails. Main Stage
1:00 Entertainment: Live music performed by Ten Penny Annie. Main Stage
1:15 Speaker Organic Lawn Care (Bill Scheffler) Milk House
Presentations: Rain Barrels & Rain Gardens (Jim Kleinwachter) Clow
Solar Power at the Farm (Lisa Albrecht) Barn
You're Eating What? GMOs? (Susan Blake) Granary
Entertainment: Live music performed by Japanese Koto Music. Main Stage
1:30 Farm Tour: Renewable Energy Tour departs at the Fire Circle near the barn. Meet at Fire Circle
1:45 Entertainment: Live music performed by Rick Alaska. Main Stage
2:00 Entertainment: Live music performed by Dollparts. Main Stage
2:15 Entertainment: Live music performed by Amy. Main Stage
2:30 Speaker Impact of Nutrition on Learning, Mood & Behavior Barn
Presentations: (Philippa Norman, M.D.)
Landscaping for Wildlife – Birds & Butterflies (Art Gara) Clow
Wind Power at the Farm (Mark Sullivan Granary
Farm Tours: Organic Farm, Tour of the Farm’s Natural Areas, & Renewable Meet at Fire Circle
Energy Tours all depart at the Fire Circle near the barn.
Entertainment: Live music performed by Indian Country. Main Stage
3:00 Entertainment: Live music performed by Anna Stange. Main Stage
3:15 Parade: Musical Children’s Parade led by Monarch Butterfly. (Carolyn Finzer) Meet at Main Stage
3:30 Entertainment: Live music performed by The Hominids. Main Stage
3:45 Speaker Beekeeping at the Farm (Glen Hartweck) Milk House
Presentations: Green Homes 101 (Pam Garetto) Granary
Organic Home Gardening & Composting (Lynn Bement) Barn
Rainwater Harvesting at the Farm & at Home (Ed Beaulieu) Clow
4:00 Entertainment: Live music performed by Clever Dave & Stu. Main Stage
Farm Tours: Organic Farm & Renewable Energy Tours both depart at the Fire Meet at Fire Circle
Circle near the barn.
4:35 Entertainment: Live music performed by Joe’s Garage Band. Main Stage
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Presenter Biographies on page 12-13
Performer Biographies on page 14
4. What is the Green Earth Institute?
The Green Earth Institute is a local nonprofit educational organization established
in 2002, centered on an organic vegetable farm in Naperville. The mission of the
Green Earth Institute is to promote nutritional health and environmental sustainability.
Using our organic farm as a demonstration and learning center, we grow healthful
vegetables in an earth-friendly way and educate about nature, nutrition, and caring for
the earth.
The Institute leases the farm land at the McDonald Farm, 10S404 Knoch Knolls
Road, which is owned by The Conservation Foundation. The farm crew grows 40 vege-
table and herb crops on approximately 20 acres, and the remainder of the land has
cover crops of alfalfa and red clover.
Each summer the Institute conducts educational programs for children—Nature
Rangers summer camps for elementary school-age kids, Nature Buddies for pre-
schoolers and their parents, Green Scene programs for 6th through 9th graders, and
new this summer, Families on the Farm, for kids of all ages!
The primary adult education event is the annual Green Earth Fair, which includes
speakers, demonstrations, and exhibits about ways to use earth-friendly practices in
our gardens, yards, and homes. Steve Tiwald, Founder and
Membership and contributions to support the Green Earth Institute are most appre- Executive Director, Green
ciated. The Institute has 501(c)(3) tax status, so contributions are tax deductible. Vol- Earth Institute
unteers are always welcome.
The Conservation Foundation
The farm land used by the Green Earth Institute is leased from The Conservation Foun-
dation, a not-for-profit land and watershed protection organization established in 1972.
The mission of the Foundation is to preserve open space and natural lands, protect rivers
and watersheds, and promote stewardship of our environment.
The Foundation maintains a support base of nearly 5,000 members and donors, and
500 volunteers in the primary counties in which it works—DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will.
The Foundation focuses its work in four activity areas: Land Preservation, River and Water-
shed Improvement, Public Policy Advocacy, and Environmental Education. For more infor-
mation, visit their web site at: www.TheConservationFoundation.org.
While they are two separate and distinct not-for-profit organizations, Green Earth Insti-
tute and The Conservation Foundation are both committed to stewardship of the land, and
they collaborate on various projects.
McDonald Farm
Home of the Green Earth Institute
The Green Earth Institute leases 49 acres of farmland from The
Conservation Foundation. The farm was donated to the Foundation by
Mrs. Lenore McDonald, who passed away in 2000 at age 92. She and
her late husband had moved to the farm in 1949. Historical records
show that the property was first farmed by European settlers in the
1830s. With its prime location overlooking the west branch of the
DuPage River, no doubt this land was used by Native Americans for
centuries before the Europeans came. The Conservation Foundation
uses the farmhouse for its office.
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5. Summer Children’s Programs
Schedule and more information at www.GreenEarthInstitute.org.
Register online.
For more information, call 630-664-5859 or email
Education@GreenEarthInstitute.org.
Nature Buddies
This program is geared for children ages 3 to 5 (entering kindergarten) with an accompanying adult. Nature Bud-
dies meets once a week May through September on Thursdays from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Afternoon sessions are avail-
able in June, July, and August, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. In October a special mini-session will be held on two Friday
mornings.
Parents and toddlers will have adventures of discovery in the garden, woods, wetlands, and farm yard using age-
appropriate songs, stories, guided play, and nature walks. Activities will vary from session to session, and you may
sign up for multiple sessions.
Nature Rangers Summer Camps
Elementary-age children are invited to participate in summer camps at the farm. Nine one-week sessions run Mon-
day-Friday from 9:00-Noon. The children will explore gardening with hands-on activities including planting, tending,
and harvesting vegetables, herbs, and flowers at the farm. There will be nature exploration and learning about the
food we grow through crafts and games. Each child will plant and take home a container garden. Two age divi-
sions: children entering grades 1-2 and those entering grades 3-5.
Green Scene
Has your child outgrown our summer camps in age but not in passion? Youth entering 6th through 9th grades will
join us at the farm for an afternoon of unique experiences. We'll explore the fields, harvest organic veggies, clean
and prepare them for the freshest taste they've ever had. Participants will discover how to prepare a healthy meal
made from fresh, seasonal, organic vegetables grown right on the farm. They'll learn how to make exciting, simple
dishes and sample what they've prepared. Sessions on Wednesday afternoons June 22, July 20, and August 10,
from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Families on the Farm
An exciting new program this summer for kids of all ages. Fun for the whole family—together we’ll harvest, clean,
and eat fresh veggies and participate in guided and self-guided nature activities. See GreenEarthInstitute.org for
the schedule.
Water Conservation & Renewable Energy
Demonstration Project
In 2010 The Conservation Foundation,
owner of the farmland leased by the Green
Earth Institute, completed a water conserva-
tion and renewable energy project with practi-
cal and educational value. The new wind tur- New solar panels at the farm.
bine and solar panels generate electricity that
is used by the Foundation for its business of-
fice functions. The Green Earth Institute col-
laborated with the Foundation on construction
of a rainwater harvesting and storage system.
Water from the roofs of the barn and granary
is stored in a 25,000 gallon cistern, then used
in the farm's irrigation system.
Learn more about the new systems
New wind turbine at the farm.
during tours and presentations at the Green
Earth Fair. Construction of the cistern.
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6. Children’s Activities!
Kids’ Garden Area
Garden Discovery Stations—Go exploring in the soil! Examine plant parts & soil critters.
Help prepare the soil and plant radish seeds.
Make a seed necklace!
Garden Bingo!
Musical Craft Area
Make a musical instrument from recycled materials. This will be throughout the day as supplies
last. If you plan on participating in the musical parade at 3:15 p.m., please be sure to visit this
area near the main stage.
Musical Parade (Main Stage Area)
Kids may make musical instruments from recycled materials at the
Musical Crafts booth near the Main Stage, then march in the Chil-
dren's Parade at 3:15. The parade will be led by Carolyn Finzer,
costumed as a Monarch Butterfly—the Illinois state insect!
Monarch Butterfly Truck Farm
(Table #48) Chicago
Don’t miss out on Monarch (Table #13)
Butterfly (a.k.a. Carolyn One of our new, fun
Finzer)! She will be at a table exhibitors will be dis-
near the Butterfly Garden. playing their truck.
Carolyn Finzer is a long-time Naperville resident
widely known for her storytelling and colorful cos- Truck Farm Chicago
tumes. Today she takes on the persona of Mon- is a mini-farm planted
arch Butterfly, the Illinois State Insect, and will in the back of a pick-up truck. The biodiesel-
provide education about ―puddling gardens‖ for powered Farm-On-Wheels is an edible exhibit
the butterflies to drink and sun themselves. used to engage youth about connections be-
tween food, wellness and the health of the envi-
Baby Goats from ronment. Truck Farm Chicago is a Green Sugar
Press and Seven Generations Ahead project.
Golden Guernsey
of Illinois Dairy
Farm
―Creature Features‖ (Table #4)
(Table #14)
All critters are adapted to
Baby goats will be onsite at our farm visiting from survive in their habitats. You
their dairy farm in nearby Carol Stream! can learn a lot by looking at
their skin, bones, homes,
Green Earth Silk-Screen Station behaviors, sounds, and
(Table #15) more. Which critters you will
Print the Green Earth Fair logo on a folder or find visiting us depends on
poster to take home ($1 for materials). Also, you the weather and availability,
may purchase your very own Green Earth Fair T- so come by the exhibit of The Conservation
shirt or canvas bag. All proceeds benefits the Foundation and be surprised.
Green Earth Institute.
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8. Exhibitor Guide
#19 Advanced Geothermal Plumbing and Heating L.L.C. www.advancedgeothermal.com
Advanced Geothermal Plumbing and Heating LLC is northern Illinois’ leading provider of geothermal heating and cooling
systems. We are dedicated to installing systems guaranteed to save money and resources, while providing you with a
comfortable, safe, and energy efficient home or business. Phone: 847.695.1657
#16 Antaeus Organics www.antaeusorganics.com
Founded in 2009, Antaeus Organics is dedicated to improving the world around us through earthworm castings fertilizer
and potting soil. All products contain no synthetic chemicals, steroids or antibiotics, providing nutrients and enhancing
your soil and plants' disease and pest resistance, NATURALLY. We strongly believe any type of home gardening, lawn
care or horticulture can be more productive, safer and ultimately successful without compromising the earth’s delicate eco-
system.
#42 Arbor Vitae - Java & Juice java-juice.com
Local, independent Arbor Vitae Café -- stop by their booth for beverages during the Fair. Arbor Vitae has locations at the
Northern Illinois University building on Diehl Road in Naperville and at the College of DuPage on Fawell Blvd. in Glen Ellyn.
#18 Art and Linda's Wildflowers www.artandlindaswildflowers.com
Specializing in natural landscaping, wildflower garden design, installation, consultation and stewardship. Owner Art Gara
will give a presentation today on Landscaping for Wildlife – Birds & Butterflies, at 2:30 pm in the Clow Education Center.
#28 Bartlett Tree Experts www.bartlett.com
Bartlett Tree Experts specializes in scientific tree and shrub care for residential and commercial landscapes. Services
include pest and soil management that is respectful of the environment, tree and shrub pruning, tree health and structure
evaluation, cabling and bracing, removal, and more. Bartlett is proud of its ―green‖ heritage and is thrilled to announce its
Boost Natural Fertilizer which recently gained approval from the Organic Materials Review Institute. Stop by our booth and
ask about our beneficial insect release program for managing insect pests too!
#46 Blissful Seed Company www.blissfulseed.com
Blissful Seed is an sustainable t-shirt company based in Chicago providing the eco-conscious community with 100%
organic cotton t-shirts for adults and children. All t-shirts are grown and sewn in the U.S. Each t-shirt is dyed with low
impact dyes and eco-friendly design inks. We strive to make a low carbon food print in the making of a t-shirt from the
farm to the consumer.
#11 Bloom High School: Biodiesel in the Classroom blatham.multiply.com
Now in their 5th year, they are completely sustainable and looking forward to teaching and helping others learn how to
make sustainable fuel from waste! To help introduce this material to the next generation of fuel consumers, they have
made available grant resources and curriculum materials, and even sell liquid glycerin soap.
#12 Bloom High School: Solar-Powered Oil Recovery Center (SPORC) web.mit.edu/invent
With a $10,000 grant from the Lemelson-MIT program, the students of Bloom HS invented, designed and built a device
for collecting waste vegetable oil and cleaning it for use as a fuel for waste vegetable oil cars or as a feedstock for
biodiesel production. The device is solar powered and can be used to clean the oil at the site of collection.
#41 Braconi's Pizzeria braconis.com
Stop by for some pizza while you are at the Fair, from this independent, local Italian American Restaurant and Pizzeria.
Braconi's is located on Royal Saint George Street in Naperville.
#7 Chicagoland Healthy Lawn Team www.healthylawnteam.org
This is a group of citizens who are concerned with the health and environmental effects of pesticide and fertilizer use
because these chemicals can become airborne and inhaled, can be tracked into yards and homes, and flushed into local
watersheds and lakes. Research and information is available about these hazards.
#36 Food & Water Watch www.foodandwaterwatch.org
Food & Water Watch is a national nonprofit organization works to ensure the food, water and fish we consume is safe,
accessible and sustainably produced. Food & Water Watch staff and volunteers work in the Chicagoland area to mobilize
people around food policy and organize Illinois citizens to protect our water. Stop by and find out how to get involved and
take action on important issues!
#21 Gluten Syndrome & Weston A. Price Chapter of Northern DuPage County TheGlutenSyndrome.net
We compare medical hypotheses and current research on the gluten syndrome. This year we report much improved
testing options. We encourage people to proactively avoid or relieve the serious consequences of these conditions.
Landmark research of Drs. Weston A. Price and Francis Pottenger, circa 1930's, has fascinating and sobering findings
which point clearly to benefits of an unprocessed, nutrient dense and toxin reduced lifestyle. Cheers to butter, organic
produce, old fashioned sauerkraut and bone broths.
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9. Exhibitor Guide - Continued
#14 Golden Guernsey of Illinois Dairy Farm www.iloverawmilk.com
Rick and Kelly Boge, from their small family dairy farm in Carol Stream, provide raw dairy products for the Chicagoland
area. At the Fair this year they will have baby goats for children of all ages to pet, along with information about their farm.
Email: kellyboge@gmail.com. Phone 630-790-0061.
#8 Good-Natured Landscapes, LLC www.goodnaturedlandscapes.com
A residential landscape design company, Good-Natured Landscapes specializes in native plants (perennials, trees, shrubs).
Denise Sandoval, landscape designer, designs traditional or natural-looking landscapes that are beautiful, functional and
environmentally friendly. If you have a newer landscape, an older landscape in need of renovation, small or large yard,
Good-Natured Landscapes can help. Phone: 630.983.5545
#10 Grace Note Farm & Roseberry Soap www.gracenotewisconsin.com | www.roseberrysoap.com
Tracey Hall and her family farm near Whitewater, Wisconsin. She loves raising goats, and uses her goat’s milk to make
handcrafted kettle-made milk-based soap, which she has for sale as Roseberry Soap. Learn about her farm and about how
she makes this wonderful soap. Purchase some to take home.
#1 Green Earth Institute www.GreenEarthInstitute.org
Producer of the Green Earth Fair, the Green Earth Institute was organized in 2002 as a not-for-profit educational
organization to promote nutritional health and environmental sustainability. Using our organic farm as a demonstration
and learning center, we grow healthful vegetables in an earth-friendly way and educate about nature, nutrition, and caring
for the earth. Stop by our booth to register for educational programs or learn how you can buy organic vegetables from
our farm!
#3 Green Earth Institute Vegetable Seedlings
As a fundraiser for the Institute’s educational programs, the farm crew has for sale organic seedlings they have grown—
tomatoes (including heirlooms), peppers (hot and sweet), eggplants, cucumbers, winter squash (butternut and spaghetti),
watermelon, thyme, oregano, sage and stevia. Using these seedlings, you can grow your own veggies and herbs!
#15 Green Earth Silk-Screen Station www.zerobirdstudio.com
Kids of all ages may screen print the Green Earth Fair logo on a folder or poster to take home ($1 for materials). Also, you
may purchase your very own Green Earth Fair T-shirt or canvas bag. All proceeds benefits the Green Earth Institute. Jen
Burak from Zerobird Studio provided the portable screen printing station.
#2 Growing Place - Native Landscaping Plants www.thegrowingplace.com
A locally-owned independent nursery business dating back to 1936, the Growing Place has locations in Naperville and
Aurora. They have an extensive collection of native landscaping plants, with many available for purchase today at the
Green Earth Fair.
#20 Habi-Tek www.habi-tek.com
Habi-Tek is an integrator of photovoltaic renewable energy systems. We design, install, maintain and repair these systems.
Also, we are available for consulting and educational services. Habi-Tek has been providing building services for 27 years
and photovoltaic services for 10 years. The owner, Tom DeBates, is a NABCEP(r) certified solar PV installer. Phone:
630.262.8193
#34 Hartweck Honey
Glen Hartweck is the beekeeper volunteer at the McDonald Farm, home of the Green Earth Institute. Honey bees are very
important pollinators for the vegetables at the farm. Glen has local honey to purchase, as well as honey products. He will
give a presentation about beekeeping at 3:45 pm at the Milk House.
#30 Hobson Cooperative Nursery School www.hobsonco-op.org
Hobson Cooperative Nursery School, founded in 1964 by parents who wanted to provide the best nursery school
experience for children in the community, sits inside Naperville’s original one-room schoolhouse. Hobson provides students
with play-based educational programs, including outdoor exploration in a natural wooded environment, where children
have opportunities to challenge their imaginations. Phone: 630.420.8220
#47 Holistic Moms Network www.holisticmoms.org
The Holistic Moms Network is dedicated to encouraging parents to parent naturally and raise their children holistically. Our
community helps holistic moms and dads to find others with whom they can connect and continually educate themselves
and their families about alternative health, mindful parenting, and natural healing.
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10. Exhibitor Guide - Continued
#26 Illinois Solar Energy Association www.IllinoisSolar.org
The Illinois Solar Energy Association is a statewide non-profit organization that promotes the widespread application of
solar and other forms of renewable energy through education and advocacy. As the Illinois chapter of the American Solar
Energy Society, we are the state resource for educational classes, events, renewable energy related policy developments,
Illinois news and access to local renewable energy vendors. Email: contactisea@illinoissolar.org
#32 Keyless Locks Store. www.keylessentrylocks.com
"Go Green" with a push-button, keyless entry door lock for home or office, for both indoors and out. These locks are
completely mechanical and 100% weatherproof. No batteries, no wires, and no power supply. Just enter your secret code
on the keypad to open. They're more secure than a conventional lock because they can't be picked or bumped. They're
more reliable and have a life-time mechanical warranty. Designed to retrofit on most doors. Easy D.I.Y. installation.
#38 Litter Free Lunch www.litterfreelunch.com
Litter Free Lunch, based in Naperville, IL, is an eco-friendly company that encourages everyone, young and old, to make
simple changes to their daily lives by reducing the amount of waste they generate at lunchtime and when they’re on the
go. We sell our reusable lunch components at http://www.litterfreelunch.com.
#29 Midwest SOARRING Foundation www.midwestsoarring.org
Founded in 1996, the mission of this nonprofit organization is repatriation of Native American remains, protection of
sacred sites, environmental conservation, and education about Native American culture. ―SOARRING‖ stands for Save Our
Ancestors Remains & Resources Indigenous Network Group.
#6 Naperville Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee www.naperville.il.us/bpac.aspx
The City of Naperville will celebrate Bike Month throughout June. Residents and local businesses are encouraged to travel
by bike for errands, commuting, and recreation. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is promoting recent
additions to the city’s trail network, Bike Month events, safety tips, rules of the road and trail, and bike maps. Phone:
630.420.4197
#23 Naperville for Clean Energy and Conservation (NCEC) www.ncec.us
This organization is dedicated to pursuing local measures to combat climate change. We encourage all Naperville
residents, through individual and civic actions, to reduce our community's carbon footprint by increasing use of renewable
energy and decreasing consumption of non-renewable electrical sources, traditional vehicle fuels, and natural gas.
#27 Naperville Renewable Energy Program www.CommunityEnergyInc.com
The Naperville Renewable Energy Program (Community Energy, Inc.) supports the development of renewable energy
projects in Illinois. Joining the program is one of the easiest, most effective ways for Naperville residents to reduce their
environmental impact. The program provides residents and businesses the opportunity to support clean energy resources,
such as solar and wind.
#33 Organic Garden Coach www.compostqueen.com
Lynn Bement, also known as the "Compost Queen," teaches organic gardening, composting, vermi-composting, organic
lawn care, and organic pest and disease control. She will help you have your garden (and landscape!) be a vibrant,
healthy, organic environment that is friendly to all critters from microorganisms, to birds, wildlife and humans. Today Lynn
speaks on Organic Home Gardening & Composting, at 3:45 pm in the Barn. Email: compostqueen@comcast.net
#37 Organic Growth Industries www.organicgrowthind.com
Organic Growth Industries is a local business. We offer organic fertilizer and enriched organic potting soil for personal and
professional use. Our Pure Earthworm Castings increase soil fertility and improve germination, plant vigor, root growth and
nutrient availability. Earthworm Castings were created by nature, and everything required for promoting optimum plant
growth is found in them.
#31 PACE Ride Share www.PaceRideShare.com
Pace Ride Share is a free, easy, and convenient service that connects commuters who are interested in sharing their drive
to work. The program gives residents and employees the ability to identify potential carpool/vanpool partners quickly and
securely. By carpooling, you help preserve air quality, decrease traffic congestion, conserve fuel, and promote better
health. For general information on Pace visit: www.PaceBus.com | Phone: 847-228-2492
#24 Peaceful Parlour www.peacefulparlour.com
Peaceful Parlour is a general store for the conscious consumer. All of our products are future-friendly - benefitting the
environment or community and in many cases both. We strive to find unique and stylish products with future friendly
characteristics & to raise awareness that the customer does not have to sacrifice style or comfort to live a green lifestyle.
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#17 Philippa Norman, M.D., & HealthyBrainForLife.com www.HealthyBrainForLife.com
Philippa Norman MD is a holistic physician offering workshops and professional continuing education on natural health
topics, including Reiki, healthy aging, herbal healing and nutrition. She is the author of "Lessons From Your Body" a
guidebook for healing, and "Feed Your Brain" a nutrition book for children. Dr. Norman will speak on the Impact of
Nutrition on Learning, Mood and Behavior, at 2:30 pm in the Barn. Blog: blog naturallywisewoman.wordpress.com
#5 Poopy-Doo Farm – Natural Fertilizer for Your Plants 708-534-9878
Located near Monee, farmer Emily Thiel raises 7 different animals—horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, and
geese. The manure is carefully blended to make wonderful natural organic fertilizer for houseplants and gardens. No
synthetic chemicals! And no smell because it is aged. Bags of various sizes are available for sale today at her table. New
this year—compost starter!
#48 Puddling Gardens for Butterflies
Carolyn Finzer, appropriately costumed as a Monarch Butterfly—the Illinois state insect!—will coach you on how to attract
and maintain butterflies in your home garden. What are the best host plants? How do you make a puddling tray? …and
more, including a simple but useful craft project for the kids!
#22 Pure Prairie Organics (Natural/Organic Lawn Care) www.pureprairieorganics.com
Safe natural lawn care to create a healthy soil full of micro organisms and organic matter. Your lawn will grow green and
thick without the use of harmful chemicals. Since 1994, helping families have a beautiful lawn that they can enjoy and
feel comfortable playing in--safe for pets, kids and the environment. Bill Scheffler will speak about organic lawn care at
1:15 p.m. at the Milk House. Phone: 630.510.2483 | Email: pureprairie@gmail.com
#45 S.C.A.R.C.E./DuPage Environmental Education www.bookrescue.org
―School and Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education.‖ Dedicated to educating students, teachers,
residents, businesses, and the general public to conserve natural resources and energy, prevent pollution, reduce waste,
recycle, and compost organic materials, in order to protect the environment and work toward a sustainable future for our
community. Come ride the Energy Bike, and explore the Watershed Model and Worm Composting Bin.
#40 Solar Service www.solarserviceinc.com
Solar Service is among the most experienced solar system providers in the Midwest. Since 1977, they have designed and
installed approximately 2,000 residential and commercial solar thermal and solar electric (PV) systems, including some of
the largest systems in Illinois. They have a special focus on the local residential market. Lisa Albrecht will present Solar
Power at the Farm today at 1:15 pm in the Barn.
#4 The Conservation Foundation (Rain Barrels & Conservation) www.theconservationfoundation.org
The Conservation Foundation, a not-for-profit land and watershed protection organization established in 1972, owns the
McDonald Farm, where the Green Earth Institute leases the farmland. The Foundation encourages property owners to
protect and/or create yards that are environment-friendly and conserve water through planting native vegetation, creating
butterfly and rain gardens, and using rain barrels (available to purchase today!)
#35 Today's Path Nutrition Counseling www.todayspath.com
Susan Blake is a certified health professional and certified nutritional counselor who works with individuals and groups in
all phases of dieting and overcoming food addictions, with an emphasis on the importance of feeding your cells real
nutrients. She will give a presentation today, You're Eating What? GMOs?, at 1:15 pm in the Granary.
#13 Truck Farm Chicago www.truckfarmchicago.org
Truck Farm Chicago is a mini-farm planted in the back of a pick-up truck. The biodiesel-powered Farm-On-Wheels is an
edible exhibit used to engage youth about connections between food, wellness and the health of the environment. Truck
Farm Chicago is a Green Sugar Press and Seven Generations Ahead project.
#43 Two Mothers www.twomothersfoods.com
Two Mothers is a reduced-waste lunch shop in Naperville, Illinois. We hope to share our venture with other conscientious
eaters who like the idea that their lunch creates minimal waste. Two Mothers is absolutely committed to sustainability: We
do not create waste from paper, plastic, or even one-use recyclables or compostable materials, and many of our
ingredients are sourced from local markets and farms.
#25 USGBC-Illinois Chapter www.usgbc-illinois.org
Local affiliate of the U.S. Green Building Council, a national non-profit composed of leaders from every sector of the
building industry working to promote buildings environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work.
USGBC’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted
benchmark for green buildings. Pam Garetto will present Green Homes 101 (greenhomeguide.com) at 3:45 pm in the
Granary. Email: info@usgbc-illinois.org
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12. Exhibitor Guide - Continued
#44 Whole Foods Market www.wholefoodsmarket.com
The world's leading retailer of natural and organic foods, with more than 270 stores in North America and the United
Kingdom, Whole Foods Market has a strong commitment to sustainable agriculture. Stop by their booth for food samples
and for culinary demonstrations periodically through the afternoon by expert Chef Ron Moore.
#9 Wild Ones®-DuPage www.for-wild.org/chapters/dupage
Wild Ones is a non-profit organization with 50 chapters in 11 states, established in 1979. The Greater DuPage Chapter,
covering the western suburbs, was founded in 1991 to promote the use of native plants and education in
natural/ecological landscaping to preserve biodiversity. There are also 5 other chapters in Illinois. Phone: 630.964.0448
#39 Zion Lutheran Pre-School www.zionnaperville.org/ECLChome
Zion Lutheran Preschool , A Christian Preschool for children age 2-5. We strive to give children a balanced education in
order to grow and develop both academic and social skills. Zion Preschool is located at Hassert (111th St) & Book Road in
Naperville. Phone: 630-922-6086
Presenter Biographies
Bill Scheffler — pureprairieorganics.com
Organic Lawn Care — 1:15 p.m. at the Milk House
Bill Scheffler has a degree in Horticulture from the University of Illinois and is the third generation of his family
in the plant business. Twenty years ago, Bill started Pure Prairie Organics, a natural lawn and tree care
business. He considers himself a soil nutritionist and is enthusiastic about teaching people how to cultivate
beautiful, healthy lawns and gardens without the use of harmful chemicals, pesticides and herbicides.
Jim Kleinwachter — www.TheConservationFoundation.org
Rain Barrels & Rain Gardens — 1:15 p.m. in the Clow Education Center
Jim Kleinwachter, Land Preservation Specialist for The Conservation Foundation, has worked for many years on
prairie and wetland restoration projects. Watching interest increase in ways to practice conservation and native
landscaping at home, he developed two Foundation programs to assist and support homeowners in their
efforts—the Conservation @ Home certification and the sale of rain barrels. Today Jim will expand on those
topics and provide resources so we can take basic steps toward greening our home landscape.
Lisa Albrecht — www.solarserviceinc.com
Solar Power at the Farm — 1:15 p.m. in the Barn
Lisa Albrecht is part of the team at Solar Service, Inc. the leading full-service solar thermal and photo-voltaic
consulting, design, and installation company in the Midwest, serving both the residential and commercial
markets. Her firm designed the solar panel installation you can see on the barn roof. Lisa, active in the Illinois
Solar Energy Association and a past board member, will describe how solar energy works—both solar thermal
and solar photo-voltaic—and discuss the residential and commercial installations her firm has done in the
Chicago area.
Susan Blake — www.todayspath.com
You're Eating What? GMOs? — 1:15 p.m. in the Granary
Susan Blake is a certified health professional and certified nutritional counselor who works with individuals and
groups in all phases of dieting and overcoming food addictions. In her work, Susan's emphasis is on the
importance of feeding your cells nutrients instead of fake, processed food. Her blog, Today's Path, is a weekly
health-related newsletter and she is a contributing free-lance writer to many health websites and magazines. In
this talk about GMOs, Susan will draw upon materials from the Institute for Responsible Technology
(www.responsibletechnology.org).
Philippa Norman, M.D., M.P.H. — HealthyBrainForLife.com | Blog: naturallywisewoman.wordpress.com
Impact of Nutrition on Learning, Mood and Behavior — 2:30 p.m. in the Barn
Dr. Philippa Norman holds degrees in Medicine and Public Health and is author of the book, Feed Your Brain.
Her training and experience in mind/body/energy therapies provides her with an integrative approach to treating
health issues. Dr. Norman has worked with nutrition as a healing modality to treat attention problems,
hyperactivity, depression and anxiety. She currently provides seminars about healthy eating and other natural
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13. Presenter Biographies - Continued
Art Gara — www.artandlindaswildflowers.com
Landscaping for Wildlife – Birds & Butterflies — 2:30 p.m. in the Clow Education Center
Art Gara, owner of Art and Linda's Wildflowers, has been creating beautiful, wildflower gardens since 1997.
Inspiration came from long walks with Linda, in natural areas. They wondered if it would be possible to capture
the spirit of the natural world for enjoyment in home gardens. Today, Art and Linda's is one of the premiere
landscape designers of native, wildflower gardens. In 2010, he was honored for "outstanding efforts to support
the mission of The Conservation Foundation". His slide show illustrates gardens for private and public spaces.
Mark Sullivan — www.sullivanenergygroup.com
Wind Power at the Farm — 2:30 p.m. in the Granary
Mark Sullivan is managing partner of Sullivan Energy Group, LLC, based in Montgomery, Illinois. Although his
firm did not do the installation, Mark will describe the new SkyStream 3.7 wind turbine seen at the farm as part
of The Conservation Foundation's Water Conservation & Renewable Energy Demonstration Project. Mark will
then describe another type, vertical axis wind turbines, which his firm specializes in, and discuss the issues
involved in such "small wind" installations.
Glen Hartweck —
Beekeeping at the Farm — 3:45 p.m. at the Milk House
Glen Hartweck is a retired educator who has been keeping bees for over 35 years. He began when his father
was beekeeping during retirement and suggested Glen needed bees for his struggling gardens and fruit trees.
When Glen finally gave in, his crop production tripled—and he was sold! Glen is a member of the Cook-DuPage
Beekeepers Association and the Illinois State Beekeepers Association. He keeps his bees here at the McDonald
Farm and at his home in Villa Park.
Pam Garetto — www.usgbc-illinois.org
Green Homes 101 — 3:45 p.m. in the Granary
Pam Garetto provides green design services focused on healthy interiors. Having a long-time special interest in
sustainable building practices, she has achieved the certification LEED AP ID+C. Presenting on behalf of the
Illinois Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Pam will explain how greening a home means more
than changing light bulbs, using low-VOC paints, or purchasing energy efficient appliances. A green home
incorporates design, construction, and maintenance elements that significantly lessen its negative impact on the
environment and support the health of its occupants. Today's presentation will help you understand how your
decisions can help reduce health risks, save on utility bills, and increase home value. For further information,
Pam suggests visiting www.regreenprogram.org and www.greenhomeguide.com.
Lynn Bement — www.compostqueen.com | Email: compostqueen@comcast.net
Organic Home Gardening & Composting — 3:45 p.m. in the Barn
Lynn Bement, also known as the "Compost Queen," teaches organic gardening, composting, vermi-composting,
organic lawn care, and organic pest and disease control, through her business, The Organic Garden Coach. Lynn
has been a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener since 1995 and is a past Board Member of MELA
(Midwest Ecological Landscape Association). She earned her horticultural certificate from The Morton
Arboretum, completed her Master Composter certification from Michigan State University, and is a certified Soil
Foodweb Advisor. Today she will discuss ways to have your garden (and landscape!) be a vibrant, healthy,
organic environment that is friendly to all critters from microorganisms, to birds, wildlife and humans.
Ed Beaulieu — www.aquascapeinc.com
Rainwater Harvesting at the Farm & at Home — 3:45 p.m. in the Clow Education Center
Ed Beaulieu is Chief Sustainability Officer for Aquascape, Inc., the leading installer of residential and commercial
rain water harvesting systems in the area. Believing that rain water is a resource that should not be simply
flushed away, Ed designs and installs water capture and reservoir systems, along with pumping mechanisms so
the water may be used, commonly for yard or garden irrigation. Ed will describe the farm's new system to
harvest rain water from the roofs of the barn and granary for use in the Green Earth Institute's farm irrigation
system. This involves a 25,000 gallon cistern in the ground between the barn and the granary.
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14. Performer Biographies
The Cattails - Musical Band 12:30 p.m. on the Main Stage
Established in 1996, the Cattails are a four-piece band based in Winfield Illinois. Joe Wadz on Fiddle, Clever Dave Allen on Gui-
tar, Babette Dean on Keyboards and Mike Warfel on Bass bring together decades of experience playing folk, rock, jazz, country,
pop, blues and other styles. You will hear old-time and modern folk songs, original blues and pop tunes, and whatever else is in
season. Mike Warfel can be reached through his email: warfel123@aol.com
Ten Penny Annie - Musical Band 1:00 p.m. on the Main Stage
Ten Penny Annie started out as a ragtag group of parents whose children attended the same school. They have evolved into a
more musical group, playing mostly Celtic tunes, with a few folk and country songs thrown in.
Japanese Koto Music - Musical Band 1:15 p.m. on the Main Stage
Kazuko Narabayashi, Yuko Matsubara, and Mayumi Seino comprise this ensemble specializing in the koto, a traditional Japanese
instrument with thirteen strings. They have performed at libraries, schools, museums and various festivals in the Chicago area.
Rick Alaska - Musician 1:45 p.m. on the Main Stage
Rick Alaska performs US / UK & Canadian folk along with 60s/70s ballads on 6 and 12 string guitars. He also performs some
originals. Past efforts have included fund-raising for the DuPage Family Shelter. Current effort is the CaribouMusic open mic in
Naperville. Website: www.CaribouMusic.com
The Dollparts - Musical Band 2:00 p.m. on the Main Stage
The Dollparts are a brand new band from the Naperville area. Dana DeStefano is the vocalist and rhythm guitarist, Gerald Rien-
ton plays bass, Luke Ostojic plays lead guitar, and Nathan Alaska is the keyboardist, but they're still looking for a permanent
drummer to make the band complete. They will be playing an acoustic set of indie, 90's inspired originals and a few fun covers.
Amy - Musician 2:15 p.m. on the Main Stage
Amy Zoglauer is a singer/songwriter who has performed at various coffeehouses and restaurants in the Chicago area. She started
playing guitar at age 11, and recorded her original songs at Steve Jacula's Old Plank Studio in 2007 & 2009. In addition to her
original songs, she covers several of KT Tunstall's hits. Amy plans to finish recording her first CD in 2011 and looks forward to a
bright future of musical productivity.
Indian Country - Folk Band 2:30 p.m. on the Main Stage
Indian Country invites you to travel with them from the land of India to good ole’ country swing folk songs, with a dash of energy
conservation thrown in for good measure. Clap to original songs about the past, as well as songs of the future. You’ll be thinking
globally, all from your comfy chair. Audience participation invited on a few songs.
Anna Stange - Musician 3:00 p.m. on the Main Stage & recycled instrument-making throughout the day
Anna Stange is a farm volunteer, folk singer, educator and the 4th greenest Chicagoan ( Chicago Tribune 2008). Join Anna &
friends making & playing recycled musical instruments. For more information, visit www.AnnaStange.com.
The Hominids - Musical Band 3:30 p.m. on the Main Stage
The Hominids were founded in Berkeley, CA in 1969. After their initial recording contract fell through, the group briefly disbanded
then reformed in L.A. in 1973 only to disband again. The mists of time cloud the intervening years, but in 1996 the Hominids
found themselves located in the Chicago area and began playing live gigs throughout the Midwest. Constant touring sharpened
the band’s skills while shaping the meandering live show format they have become famous for. The Hominids will be bringing the
full show to Shanahan’s in Woodridge on May 20th. For more information, visit thehominids.com.
Clever Dave & Stu - Musicians 4:00 p.m. on the Main Stage
Clever Dave & Stu, both Chicago area natives, will be sharing the stage. Clever Dave has sung and played music since he was a
young child. His selection of American and British country and folk music combined with unique picking skills make for a lively
and fun listening experience. Lend an ear or two. You’ll like it. Stu James is a self taught singer songwriter. His style can be best
described as Jimmy Buffet Meets the Blues. Stu plays regularly around the Western Chicago suburbs with monthly appearances
at All Wined Up in Clarendon Hills. For his upcoming events, checkout his Facebook webpage.
(http://www.facebook.com/pages/Stu-James/59812630971 | email: StuJamesMusic@gmail.com)
Joe's Garage Band - Musical Band 4:35 p.m. on the Main Stage
Joe's Garage Band has been playing Naperville's Naper Days, Last Fling and Ribfest since 2005. This band is 100% fun covering
Jefferson Airplane, the BoDeans, Tom Petty and the Kings of Leon.
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15. The Green Earth Institute gratefully acknowledges financial support for
the Green Earth Fair from the following sponsors:
The Green Earth Institute
gratefully acknowledges
in-kind assistance from
the following:
Logo Design & Silk-
Screening by
Jennifer Burak
This project is
partially funded
by a SECA
grant from the
City of
Naperville.
Tech Support by Sound System by
Stephen Kaiser David Kaiser &
Certified Com- Christopher Lawler
puter Technician Contact them
Kaiser Computers, through
Inc. GlutenSyndrome.net
KaiserGuy.com
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16. Buy Vegetables Grown at the Farm
The Green Earth Institute sells its vegetables through its
Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. A CSA is a
direct relationship between consumers and a local food grower.
Participating consumers contribute to the farm’s yearly operat-
ing budget by purchasing in advance a share of the season’s
harvest. By making this commitment ahead of time, CSA share-
holders join the farmer in assuming the costs, risks and rewards
of growing that season’s crops. Share fees go toward seeds,
supplies, labor, water, equipment maintenance, and other
costs. In return, the farm provides fresh, nutritious vegetables
throughout the season.
Forty different vegetables and herbs are being grown this
year. The 20-week Main Season harvest runs from mid-June
through October, and recently we added a 4-week Spring share and a 4-week Late Fall share. CSA subscribers come
to the farm weekly or biweekly to pick up a ¾ bushel box of freshly-harvested vegetables. Some subscribers team
up with others in their area and take turns making the drive to pick up. The 2011 season will be the ninth year of
this very popular program. Our produce is USDA certified organic.
Details and registration are online at www.GreenEarthInstitute.org. We expanded capacity by 9% this year, so
at Fair time there are still shares available. Every year we have sold out, and we know that will happen again soon
in 2011.
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