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S E V E N -S E S S I O N R E A D I N G & D I S C U S S I O N G R O U P S T A R T S
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22ND, 6:45 PM, BRADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
PURPOSE
SESSION THEMES
To explore the meaning
of sustainability. A Call to Sustainability: The goal of a sustainable society is popular, but
difficult to define. How does the way our society functions affect the earth,
To consider the ties and how can we be “a blessing to the planet”?
between lifestyle choices
Ecological Principles: Some argue that the earth is the best teacher of
and their impact on the
sustainable practices. How can nature’s organizing principles be applied in
earth. design, production of goods, and everyday living?
To learn about steps that Sustainable Food: According to one author, our food travels an average of
can be taken to move 1,300 miles before reaching our plates. How can we lessen our impact on
toward ecologically the earth through choices about the way we eat?
sustainable organizations,
lifestyles, and Sustainable Buying: Daily messages tell us to buy, buy, buy. How can we
escape from these cultural pressures, and instead only purchase what we truly
communities
need, from the most sustainable sources available?
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