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Growing Our Vision Together: Forming A Sustainability Community Within The American Library Association, Beth Filar Williams, Madeleine K. Charney, Bonnie Smith
Growing Our Vision Together: Forming A Sustainability Community Within The American Library Association, Beth Filar Williams, Madeleine K. Charney, Bonnie Smith
University Libraries Publication Series
As long-standing keepers of democracy and information stewardship, library professionals are a natural fit for advocating and promoting sustainability within their communities. From seed libraries to Occupy Wall Street libraries, their view of sustainability extends beyond environmental concerns to include community activism, economic development, and social equity. Empowering people, facilitating dialogue, and providing resources for a more resilient future are at the center of librarians’ vital and changing roles. These visionary professionals have powered libraries’ work as outspoken advocates with well-founded initiatives. For a long time, however, there was no cohesive sustainability-focused venue for sharing best practices, collaborating, and contributing …
Notable Edibles: Sound Bites, Madeleine K. Charney
Notable Edibles: Sound Bites, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
Written by Rebecca Touger, this article describes the radio show "Farm to Fork: The Pioneer Valley's Local Food and Agriculture" which airs every other Tuesday from 6:30-7:30pm EST on WXOJ-LP, 103.3fm, Valley Free Radio. Hosted by: Madeleine Charney, Kelly Coleman, Leslie Cox and Don Persons. Listen via live audiostream: www.valleyfreeradio.org
Foodroutes Network And The Local Food Movement, Madeleine K. Charney
Foodroutes Network And The Local Food Movement, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
A feature article on the national nonprofit organization FoodRoutes Network (FRN), which describes itself as “dedicated to reintroducing Americans to their food—the seeds it grows from, the farmers who produce it, and the routes that carry it from the fields to our tables.”
Valley Free Radio Program Takes Things ‘Farm To Fork’, Madeleine K. Charney
Valley Free Radio Program Takes Things ‘Farm To Fork’, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
Written by Amanda Cather, this article describes the radio show "Farm to Fork: The Pioneer Valley's Local Food and Agriculture" which airs every other Tuesday from 6:30-7:30pm EST on WXOJ-LP, 103.3fm, Valley Free Radio. Hosted by: Madeleine Charney, Kelly Coleman, Leslie Cox and Don Persons. Listen via live audiostream: www.valleyfreeradio.org
Hidden Jewel Of Information Uncovered, Madeleine K. Charney
Hidden Jewel Of Information Uncovered, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
Describes the library at the New England Small Farm Institute (NESFI), located at 275 Jackson Street in Belchertown, MA.
Permaculture At Umass-Amherst: Garden Share Project, Madeleine K. Charney
Permaculture At Umass-Amherst: Garden Share Project, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
Student-run project at UMass-Amherst which highlights the value of growing and eating local and organic foods.
Northampton Community Garden: Paradise It Is, Madeleine K. Charney
Northampton Community Garden: Paradise It Is, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
Logistics and philosophy behind this well-run community site.
At Home With Death, Madeleine K. Charney
At Home With Death, Madeleine K. Charney
University Libraries Publication Series
From website to gravesite, a budding landscape designer learns firsthand about the ties between technology, community, and the land.