CONSERVATION: Qwest Center holds 10th annual Green Festival this weekend
SEATTLE — The Seattle Green Festival , one of the nation's top sustainability events, will celebrate its 10th anniversary Saturday and Sunday at a new location, Qwest Event Center.
It offers opportunities for community members to meet their favorite authors, actors and community leaders; shop more than 300 eco-friendly exhibitors; participate in educational workshops; enjoy live music and local vegetarian cuisine; and sample organic chocolates, wine and beer.
Ten stages and pavilions will play host to more than 125 educational speakers, including Congressman Dennis Kucinich, Amy Goodman, Jeffrey Smith, John Perkins, Zoe Weil, Dr. David Korten, Dr. Sharif Abdullah and Seattle City Council member Mike O'Brien.
The Green Marketplace showcases more than 300 green and socially-responsible businesses and organizations. Attendees browse everything from non-toxic home products to organic clothing to fair trade treats and decor.
Green Festival gives back GF Bucks to individuals who purchase tickets online or at the door. GF Bucks are the local Green Festival currency and can be used the same-as-cash to shop in the Green Marketplace. Discount admission is available online until Friday.
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