Boston GreenFest 2010 is next week, running from August 19 – 21, and we just wanted to make you aware of the latest dates, features, and opportunities.   Did you read our earlier July Guest Feature about it from Demetria Spinrad, intern at one of the promoters,  Foundation for a Green Future, Inc.?   It’ll give you more background info – see:   Green Roofs at Boston GreenFest 2010.

Interested in sponsoring and exhibiting?   There are still a few slots open for exhibitors in some EcoNiches.   Call 617-477-4840 to find out whether your nonprofit or business could be a part of this year’s festival.   Find more information about sponsoring and exhibiting on their website.   Hurry – the deadline for signing up as an exhibitor is Friday, August 13th!

One new cool, sustainable feature this year is that instead of providing bottled water, they will have a fresh water fountain provided by the MWRA – Massachusetts Water Resources Authority – so bring a reusable container for water.

“We hope you’ll stop by Boston City Hall Plaza to take part in our region’s largest multicultural environmental festival. With three days of performances, hundreds of exhibitors and vendors, dozens of fashion shows, a green jobs forum, and activities for children and adults, Boston GreenFest will definitely have something for everyone.” ~ Dr. Karen L. Weber, organizer

Here’s the quick of it:

Thursday, August 19, 2010:             10 AM to 4:30 PM     Green Jobs Forum
                                                                                                 5 PM to 10 PM       Kick-Off Concert
Friday,  August 20, 2010:                   10 AM to 10 PM     (Exhibits 10 AM to 6 PM)
Saturday,  August 21, 2010:            10 AM to 10 PM     (Exhibits 10 AM to 4 PM)

Tickets go on sale at 5 pm on Thursday, August 19 at Boston City Hall, the Main Stage.

Major Features:

– Native American Drum & Dance Ceremony
– Green Jobs Forum
– Gubernatorial Green Debate
– Over 200 Exhibitors
– 75+ Live Performances
– The Great Escape with Alexanderia!
– EcoCafé, EcoGallery, EcoBazaar
– GreenFilmFest
– EcoFashion and Salsa EcoFashion Show
– One Gallon Challenge
– GreenFest Time Tunnel
– EcoPhoto Contest for Boston Public Schools
– Fun for Kids!

They’re  also holding a  Gubernatorial Green Debate  on Saturday, August 21 at 4 pm.   Come talk to the candidates – there will be plenty of space with 20,000 seats!

Try your luck with their 50/50 Raffle, and see the Performance Schedule  for the events, activities and times.  Visit the Boston GreenFest website  for directions and more info.  Oh, yeah, did I mention it was FREE?

Enjoy ~ Linda V.