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KAB's Green Teen interns show visitors at Blues on the Green what compost is made of and how to find the worker worms in a vermi-composting bin. Interns were selected for their participation in Green Teens, KAB's afterschool environmental education program. A new year of Green Teens kicks off in September!

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KAB and AMOA team up for Recycled Fashion Show

Mon, 08/09/2010 - 16:18 — Admin

Beautiful fashion + raising awareness about waste = the opportunity we've been looking for. For years, KAB has organized cleanups, focused education on waste reduction, and lent recycling bins to event organizers so when we were approached by the Austin Museum of Art and local designers about partnering on a fashion show we jumped at the chance.

2010 KAB Neighborhood Beautification Grant Winners Announced!

Mon, 08/09/2010 - 12:48 — Admin
This year we are proud to award native trees, dillo dirt, and $12,200 to 10 projects that build community, use sound ecological practices, and articulate the unique identity of our city. These projects include: a pollinator garden, planter boxes made from reclaimed materials, riparian restoration, and more.
 

 

I-35 Makeover Project breaks ground

Wed, 07/07/2010 - 11:15 — Admin

Work to improve the area underneath Interstate 35 from 6th to 8th streets has finally gotten started! In an effort to revitalize the area and reconnect East and West Austin, the project will improve lighting and safety and will create an "attractive gateway" across the interstate.  The project's landscaping will be funded by a grant from Keep Austin Beautiful!

Green Teens Showcase, Saturday May 8th!

Tue, 05/04/2010 - 20:55 — brian
KAB celebrated the hard work of students in our Green Teens afterschool program. On Saturday, May 8th visitors gathered at Kealing Middle School to learn something new, meet some brilliant young people, and pick up a few environmental pointers as students taught back what they learned this semester.

 

2010 Tree of the Year

Mon, 04/12/2010 - 11:14 — brian
Nominate your favorite large shade tree or small understory tree to win the grand title of TREE OF THE YEAR.  The winning tree will have a beautiful plaque installed at its base and be featured on the Tree of the Year website.  Application Deadline = June 30th

 

Over 100 Austin Youth Spent the Morning Improving Bull Creek Greenbelt

Wed, 03/24/2010 - 08:35 — brian

from planting native wildflowers to pulling over populated juniper trees students had fun giving back...

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Be a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward

Tue, 08/10/2010 - 11:53 — Admin

The 2010 National Wildlife Federation Habitat Stewards Training application process is now open! Join the National Wildlife Federation's (NWF) nationwide team of volunteers who serve their communities as Habitat Stewards.

KAB Fashion Show After Party

Mon, 08/09/2010 - 12:30 — Admin

It turns out trash is trendier that we thought and tickets are already SOLD OUT for the AMOA fashion show but if you still want to rub shoulders with designers, models, and get a close look at the designs, join us for the AFTER PARTY Sunday, August 15th starting at 3:45pm at The Marq Lounge downtown, 422 Congress Ave (corner of 5th and Congress). 

Lake Travis Underwater Cleanup-- September 12th

Mon, 08/09/2010 - 12:17 — Admin

Join us for the BIGGEST scuba diving and shoreline cleanup in Texas and help round-up trash from the bottom of Lake Travis and Travis County Parks surrounding the lake. The cleanup is followed by a volunteer thank-you party & is a great event for ALL ages! RAIN OR SHINE!

Clean Lady Bird Lake with us!

Mon, 08/09/2010 - 12:09 — Admin

Registration is still open for the August 14th Lady Bird Lake cleanup! Let's break records (and not just record temperatures)...

Austin Chronicle's Best of Austin ballots due July 19th!

Wed, 07/14/2010 - 16:00 — Admin

Calling all KAB supporters! Now is the time of year you can show your love for KAB and shout it to the rooftops! It's time for the Austin Chronicle's Best of Austin awards and KAB wants to win, but we need your support...

Austin Subaru’s “Hit the Road Summer Fun Drive” to Benefit KAB!

Mon, 06/28/2010 - 15:44 — Admin
On Saturday July 24th visit the Subura location at 200 West Huntland Drive between 10am and 4pm to test drive a Subaru and raise money for KAB. The event is part of Austin Subaru's “Hit the Road Summer Fun Drive”, a charitable promotion designed to benefit local Eco-Charities and to get people behind the wheel of a Subaru!

 

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