Almanac

Eco Garden, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
February Eco Garden
Moon Gardening by Priscilla Woolworth
Artist, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Andrew Wyeth home and Studio
Wyeth built his home and studio overlooking the valley. Here he set down roots, which have nourished a family of…
Eco News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Gaga’s Gloves
There was a time, up to the 1960’s, when women wore gloves every time they left the house.
Tree News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Ethical Evergreens
If you are buying a real Christmas tree this month, did you know that you could have one that is…
Water News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Switch the Stick
Something like millions of Q-tips are flushed down the toilet each year, being so small they pass through sewage filters…
Eco News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Zero Waste Shops
ZERO WASTE SHOPS are opening up all over Europe!!
Sustainable Design, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Pocheco
Pocheco is a paper company in the north of France that produces 2 billion envelopes a year. It also has…
Shop, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
PW Products Winter Issue 2017-2018
Check out all the fantastic new Products in my store!!
Recipe, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Potato and Leek Gratin
You probably know that calcium is key for healthy teeth and bones, but did you know that consuming inulin fiber-rich…
Recipe, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Castelluccio Lentils with Tomatoes and Gorgonzola
Recipe, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Butternut Squash Minestrone
I love soup. It’s such a versatile and satisfying dish that can include seasonal vegetables leftover from the week.
Eco Tip, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Reduce Shipping-Box Waste
Do you know what to do with all the individual shipping boxes that Amazon and other retailers send out? There…
Eco Tip, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Eco Tips
My Eco Tips Winter 2017/18
The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Green Onion Sun Prints
Vietnamese artist and photographer Binh Danh, used green onions to capture the allusive Buddha.
The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Aquatic Recycling
Based in Delft, Netherlands, Nienke Hoogvliet wishes to call attention to the sustainable aspects of our daily habits. “I would…
The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Sea Silk
Sea silk is an extremely fine, rare, and valuable fabric that is made from the long silky filaments or byssus…
Artist, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Ernst Gamperl (German b. 1965)
Winner of the 2016 Loewe Foundation Craft Prize for his work ‘Tree of Life 2.’ Ernst Gamperl is a self-taught…
Eco News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Druid’s Corner
A druid is a member of a high-ranking professional class in ancient Celtic cultures. Druids revered nature, the wilderness and…
Gamechanger, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Rob Greenfield
Nature News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Stewards of the Ocean
As fish populations crash elsewhere, communities in Mexico’s Baja California are limiting catches to keep harvests bountiful, boost tourism, and…
Artist, Bird News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
The Audubon Mural Project: Street Art in Harlem Highlighting Endangered Bird Species
The Audubon Mural Project is a public art initiative inspired by the legacy of the great American bird artist and…
Eco Cinema, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Meat Free Mondays
This short film tackles an issue related to climate change, the degradation of our earth, and the extinction of species…
Book, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Bringing Nature Home by Douglas Tallamy
Bringing Nature Home has sparked a national conversation about the link between healthy local ecosystems and human well-being…
Eco Cinema, Eco News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
The Story of Microfibers
Most of us wear synthetic fabrics like polyester every day…This is a big problem.
Bird News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Bird Lovers
Early December is the time to clean your nesting boxes, and remember to always keep your feeders clean for the…
Eco Cinema, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
My Life As A Turkey
This documentary, which won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Nature Programming, is the story of one man’s remarkable experience raising…
Book, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Because of an Acorn by Lola M. Schaefer
Because of an acorn, a tree grows, a bird nests, a seed becomes a flower.
Book, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
One Wild Bird at a Time: Portraits of Individual Lives by Bernd Heinrich
In his modern classic, One Man’s Owl and Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich has written memorably about his relationships…
Book, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Andy Goldsworthy: Projects
Eco News, Winter 2017/18 Almanac
Green Burials
Natural or Green burials are environmentally friendly, and more so than conventional burials.
Artist, Fall 2017 Almanac
Georgia O’Keeffe: Food, Art & Nature
Georgia O’Keeffe’s deep affinity for nature has been fully documented, but she was also very interested in eating healthy, and…
Eco News, Fall 2017 Almanac
Great News from the EWG!
Procter & Gamble, the world’s biggest maker of both household cleaning and personal care products, announced the most sweeping fragrance…
Eco News, Fall 2017 Almanac
Sept. 16th: International Coastal Clean Up Day
We know that ocean trash is a serious pollution problem that affects the health of people, wildlife and local economies…But…
Fall 2017 Almanac, Recipe
Borscht with Sour Cream & Fresh Dill
Did you know…that beets are one of the healthiest foods to eat? Beets contain valuable nutrients that may help lower…
Fall 2017 Almanac
The Audubon Institute’s Insectarium
On a very humid (swamp like) day, this past July, I spent a few hours in the Audubon Butterfly Garden…
Fall 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
The Silk Pavilion
Humans have been breeding silkworms for fabric for over 5,000 years, but Media Lab professor Neri Oxman married their innate…
Fall 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
The Awesome Orange
The start-up Orange Fiber, run by Adriana Santanocito and Enrica Arena, has developed a new kind of fabric, which is…
Fall 2017 Almanac, Sustainable Design
Regrowing a Forest
What can we do about the excessive amount of waste we are generating worldwide? How do we inexpensively create an…
Fall 2017 Almanac, Recipe
Zucchini Fritters
These zucchini fritters are easy to make and so delicious! When you make these, the key is squeezing the water…
Eco Garden, Fall 2017 Almanac
The Ozone Garden
What if figuring out if the air you’re breathing is clean was as simple as taking a stroll in your…
Eco News, Fall 2017 Almanac
Food Companies Fighting Climate Change
Staple food items that take some of the bite out of global warming.
Eco Tip, Fall 2017 Almanac
PW Eco Tips Fall 2017
These 3 plants are tops at removing a variety of pollutants from inside your home or office.
Eco Garden, Fall 2017 Almanac
Garden Lovers and Gardeners
Located in London, The Chelsea Physic Garden was founded in 1673, as the Apothecaries’ Garden, with the purpose of training…
Eco News, Fall 2017 Almanac
Change.org
These petitions are made possible thanks to the generous support of Change.org members, who contribute on a monthly basis to…
Almanac, Eco Garden, Fall 2017 Almanac
Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
The company has grown to offer nearly 2,000 varieties of vegetables, flowers and herbs—the largest selection of heirloom varieties in…
Fall 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Mended Spiderweb #8
Artist Nina Katchadourian documents her meticulous repair of silken webs with patches made with red thread.
Eco Cinema, Eco News, Fall 2017 Almanac
This Land is Our Land
California is facing a drought of historic proportions and while individuals are being forced to reduce their water usage, Nestlé…
Fall 2017 Almanac, Nature News
Cracking the Code on Egg Coloration
Did you know…that just two pigments account for the remarkable spectrum of bird eggshell hue and patterns?
Book, Fall 2017 Almanac
Touch the Earth by Julian Lennon
Jump aboard the White Feather Flier in this unique interactive kids book! Lennon’s magical plane can go wherever you want.…
Book, Fall 2017 Almanac
Biophilia by Christopher Marley
Christopher Marley’s art expresses his passionate engagement with the beautiful forms of nature.
Fall 2017 Almanac, Shop
New PW Chosen Products – Fall 2017!
Great new products in the store for the Fall!
Book, Fall 2017 Almanac
The Nature Fix by Florence Williams
Intrigued by our storied renewal in the natural world, Florence Williams set out to uncover the science behind nature’s positive…
Bird News, Blog, Fall 2017 Almanac
October Bird Migration
Birds of prey have been called “ecological barometers,” which simply means they help us gauge how healthy a habitat is.…
Fall 2017 Almanac, Gamechanger
Rob Machado
Rob Machado is one of the world’s most recognizable surfers as well as a committed environmentalist.
Eco Tip, Summer 2017 Almanac
New Products for Summer 2017!
There are many great new products in my store! Check them all out!
Summer 2017 Almanac
Reconnect to nature on World Environment Day, June 5th!
World Environment Day reminds us to take action to conserve and protect our natural environment. This year, the theme is…
Recipe, Summer 2017 Almanac
Artichoke Vinaigrette with Raw Vegetables
This delicious recipe is full of healthy, nourishing gluten-free ingredients.
Summer 2017 Almanac, Sustainable Design
Zero Waste Japanese Town
Touted by many as the world’s “first zero-waste town,” Kamikatsu, the small mountainous town on the island of Shikoku, Japan,…
Recipe, Summer 2017 Almanac
Spiced Spaghetti Squash Pancakes
Delicious recipe! Healthful cooking can be vibrant, creative and wildly satisfying. Love food that makes you feel good!
Recipe, Summer 2017 Almanac
Peach Cobbler
When using ripe, succulent fruits, this cobbler bakes for just 20 to 25 minutes.
Book, Summer 2017 Almanac
Hello Nature: Draw, Color, Make, and Grow by Nina Chakrabarti
A fantastic new nature activity book that explores the exciting natural world around us!
Book, Summer 2017 Almanac
Tomorrow: All Over The Globe Solutions Already Exist By Cyril Dion
What if highlighting solutions and telling positive stories was the best way to solve the ecological, economic, and social problems…
Book, Summer 2017 Almanac
Photo Ark by Jo Sartore
This lush book of photography represents National Geographic’s Photo Ark, a major cross-platform initiative and lifelong project by photographer Joel…
Summer 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Gogotte
Gogottes are naturally occurring sculptures found in Fontainbleau, France, the one time home of the French monarchy.
Eco Garden, Summer 2017 Almanac
July 2017 Eco-Gardening
Moon Gardening by Priscilla Woolworth
Summer 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Coco de Mer
‘Coco de Mer’ is the largest and heaviest known seed in the world.
Gamechanger, Summer 2017 Almanac
Severine Von Tscharner Fleming
Part-time farmer, activist and founder of Greenhorns, a grassroots organization with the mission to recruit, promote and support the rising…
Eco Cinema, Summer 2017 Almanac
Seed: The Untold Story
Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds, worshiped and treasured since the dawn of humankind.
Eco Garden, Summer 2017 Almanac
August 2017 Eco-Gardening
Moon Gardening by Priscilla Woolworth
Artist, Summer 2017 Almanac
Miguel Angel Blanco
Artist Miguel Angel Blanco has developed a collection of wooden boxes as a forest library, containing the findings from intentionally…
Summer 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Busy Bees Use Flower Petals For Nest Wallpaper
Building a nest takes a day or two, and the female might create about 10 nests in total, often right…
Recipe, Spring 2017 Almanac
Moroccan-ish Sweet Potato Sunshine Salad
This salad is all sweet potato goodness with a bit of a Moroccan stew vibe.
Recipe, Spring 2017 Almanac
Warm Grain Bowl
I have made this recipe so many times and enjoy it every time!
Recipe, Spring 2017 Almanac
Simple Kale Chickpea Salad
This salad is perfect for cooler spring days and a great way to get more greens into your life.
Blog, Spring 2017 Almanac
Spring Issue Cover
Elements of the lovely Spring Issue cover photo.
Shop, Spring 2017 Almanac
New Products Spring 2017
So many great new items!
Spring 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Bezoar Stone
Bezoar stones are formed from accretions in the stomachs of ruminants that have become ossified and were believed to be…
Eco Tip, Spring 2017 Almanac
Eco Tips Spring 2017
Olive Oil, Salt & Honey!
Book, Spring 2017 Almanac
The Practical Naturalist by Chris Packham
Inspirational, informative, and educational, The Practical Naturalist is perfect for families interested in learning more about their surroundings and looking…
Book, Spring 2017 Almanac
Lab Girl By Hope Jahren
Lab Girl is her revelatory treatise on plant life—but it is also a celebration of the lifelong curiosity, humility, and…
Book, Spring 2017 Almanac
Jellyfish: A Natural History by Lisa-Ann Gershwin
Jellyfish, with their undulating umbrella-shaped bells and sprawling tentacles, are as fascinating and beautiful as they are frightening and dangerous.
Eco Cinema, Spring 2017 Almanac
Unbroken Ground
Our food choices are deeply connected to climate change. Unbroken Ground, a compelling Patagonia Provisions film directed by Chris Malloy,…
Eco Cinema, Spring 2017 Almanac
Seasons
They invite us on a journey through time to rediscover these European territories that we have been sharing with wild…
Spring 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Amadou
Amadou is a species of fungus which grows on the side of various species of tree and is widely used…
Spring 2017 Almanac, The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities
Gynandromorphic Swallowtail
This butterfly is an example of a very rare phenomenon called bilateral gynandromorphy.
Artist, Spring 2017 Almanac
Rena Detrixhe
Spring 2017 Almanac, Sustainable Design
Eco Villages
Eco villages are intentional communities whose goal is to become more socially, economically and ecologically sustainable.
Gamechanger, Spring 2017 Almanac
Lauren Singer
Lauren can fit four years of trash into a one-ounce jar!
Eco Tip, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Eco Tips Winter 2016/2017
3 ways you can use your money as a powerful tool for positive change.
Recipe, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Oatmeal, Turmeric Milk and Chia Seeds
This is my favorite breakfast at the moment! It’s easy to make, delicious and nutritious and by adding turmeric, you…
Recipe, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Creamy French Lentils with Mushrooms & Kale
Delicious and satisfying on a winter’s day or night.
Shop, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
New Products Winter 2016/17
Hope this is helpful! I have chosen a selection of great gifts for the upcoming holidays…
Book, Winter 2015/16 Almanac
Silent Sparks: The Wondrous World of Fireflies by Sarah Lewis
For centuries, the beauty of fireflies has evoked wonder and delight. Yet for most of us, fireflies remain shrouded in…
The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Ambergris
Ambergris is a solid, waxy substance of a dull grey or blackish color, which is formed in the intestines of…
Book, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
National Geographic Kids Almanac 2017
This New York Times bestseller is packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, crafts, activities, and fascinating features about animals,…
Book, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Plant: Exploring the Botanical World
The ultimate gift for gardeners and art-lovers, featuring 300 of the most beautiful and pioneering botanical images ever.
The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Divining Rods
Divining rods are sticks that help you find water on your land.
The Cabinet Of Green Curiosities, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Edible Birds Nests
Several species of swiftlet produce nests that are edible to man.
Gamechanger, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
You are the Gamechanger!
By getting involved and supporting issues and causes that are important to you, you can help make positive change happen.
Artist, Winter 2016/17 Almanac
Tomás Saraceno
Tomás Saraceno is an Argentine artist who creates pieces that explore alternative, sustainable ways of viewing and interacting with the…