FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FEBRUARY 9, 2008
CONTACT: John
Batdorf, Expo Manager
PHONE: 248.453-5340
EMAIL:
john@uheac.org
THIRD ANNUAL
EARTH DAY EXPO ANNOUNCED
Thousands Expected at Oakland U. on Saturday, April 19th
What: 3rd
Annual Earth Day Expo
When:
Saturday, April 19th,
11am-6pm
Where: Oakland Center,
Oakland University, 2200 Squirrel Rd, Rochester, MI 48309
Who: Dozens of exhibitors & presenters,
thousands of attendees of all ages
How: Visit
www.earthdayexpo.org for details & directions
Why:
Celebrate Earth Day & learn about healthy alternatives for
earth-friendly living
Cost:
No charge
Rochester,
MI (February 9, 2008) –
Upland Hills
Ecological Awareness Center & Oakland University are pleased to announce
that the third annual Earth Day Expo will held at the Oakland Center on
Saturday April 19th from 11am-6pm. The expo is open to the
public at no charge. It will provide a
wide variety of fun and informative activities including:
·
exhibits of earth-friendly, healthy products and services
·
presentations by leading educators and policymakers
·
alternative fuel, vehicles, mass transit, and other
transportation displays
·
award-winning films and videos
· free
product samples, handouts, and door prizes
·
outdoor vehicle, food, farm and renewable energy equipment displays
·
solar, wind, geothermal, and other
renewable energy displays
·
kid's corner with natural arts & crafts, and other fun hands-on activities
·
natural and delicious food to sample and purchase
·
earth-friendly music & entertainment in a relaxed Cafe' setting
· free
services including massages and yoga classes
The Earth Day Expo is the place to celebrate Earth Day, to discover healthy
alternatives for earth-friendly living, and to make the connection between
healthy products, people and planet. The expo will cover a wide range of
topics, including:
·
complementary medicine & wellness
.
renewable energy - solar, wind, geothermal
·
holistic fitness, exercise & nutrition
·
natural personal care and beauty
·
energy efficiency & conservation
·
sustainable living & green building
·
healthy home, lawn & garden care
·
organic food, farming and restaurants
·
earth-friendly clothing, gifts & accessories
·
alternative fuel, vehicles & transportation
·
non-toxic household products & services
·
environmental education & advocacy
“For thirty years, Upland Hills EAC has taught about ecological awareness.
The expo builds on this effort to offer practical steps that consumers can
take to improve the quality of their lives, community and environment”,
stated John Batdorf, UHEAC Executive Director. “The Earth Day Expo is about
connecting people to the businesses and organizations that are leading the
way to healthier and more sustainable lifestyles”.
Thanks to the generous support of sponsors and exhibitors, there is no
charge for admission to the expo. Major sponsors include The Home Depot, Whole
Foods Market, Saturn of Troy, RetroFoam of Michigan, Healing Garden Journal,
DTE Energy - GreenCurrents, Choose Renewables, Body Mind & Spirits -
Rochester Mills Restaurant, Irene’s Myomassology Institute, Edible WOW
magazine, and Mind Body Spirit Guide.
For
more information about attending, exhibiting or volunteering, visit
www.earthdayexpo.org or call 248-693-1021.
Upland Hills Ecological Awareness Center is a 501(c)(3) organization. It is
a designated Michigan Energy Demonstration Center and model of eco-friendly
design and renewable energy applications, located in northern Oakland
County. It provides resources that promote a sustainable relationship with
the natural world and each other. UHEAC can be reached at
www.uheac.org,
info@uheac.org or 248 693-1021.
The
OU Energy Office administers a $5 million campus energy budget while
promoting energy efficiency, renewable energy and bio-fuels. Visit
http://www.oakland.edu/energy/ for more information.
The
OU Complementary Medicine and Wellness graduate program emphasizes
patient/client counseling and education about mind-body approaches,
complementary therapies, health promotion, disease prevention and wellness.
Their website is
http://www2.oakland.edu/shs/es/complementary.cfm.
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Media Contact: John Batdorf 248-453-5340
john@uheac.org
