Articles Written by Julie Hancher

The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP), the folks who bring us programs like Women Bike PHL and the Circuit Trail Network, continue to make an impact to help us have such an awesome  biking city. The Whole Foods on 10th &South Street is hosting a 5% day, where 5% of their proceeds tomorrow, July 2nd, are donated to the Bicycle Coalition. All you need to do is

Get excited Philly, it's back! The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's Pop Up Garden returns to Philly on July 8th at 5:30 PM. The annual PHS Pop Up Garden transforms a vacant lot into a local summer destination. will experience trees transplanted from the 2014 Philadelphia Flower Show, hammocks, palm trees, lights, acoustic performances and special events throughout the summer. Kick back with friends, sample local food & drinks and enjoy the summertime weather in this beautiful setting. The 2014 PHS Pop Up Garden Details:

Happy Friday, y'all! Hope your #WhyILovePhilly hangover has subsided and you're ready to take on the weekend. Not sure what's going on? We have our weekend events update for you.

Saturday is the Summer Solstice and an amazing time for a celebration! This Saturday, join the Weavers Way Community Programs with a Hoedown from 6-9 PM.

Sorry Lana, but no summertime sadness here. We're really excited to introduce our summer interns. You'll be seeing their faces and reading the amazing posts they have in store for you. Let's introduce them...

Many reasons to live sustainably ultimately benefit one person: you. What's one of the best parts of joining a local CSA? Fresh, delicious veggies and fruit. Like seriously, better than you've ever had before. Although I certainly avoid preaching to the crowd, my body got out of whack lately between traveling, getting sick and work. After seeing some not-so-flattering photos of myself, I decided to do a mini detox. Kicking back into a healthier version of you doesn't require a juice detox or lots of cash. There's a few simple ways to detox - all cheap, easy and locally. Here's 10 Ways to Get Healthy & Detox on a budget:

Happy Friday, readers! Looking for something to do this weekend? We've rounded up local and sustainably-minded events for you:

Looking for an event that combines sustainability and technology? Philly EcoCamp is a series of events to promote sustainability and environment through technology, happening in Philadelphia June 20-22. Here's an overview of what to expect for the weekend. EcoCamp Philadelphia 2014 Schedule:

Happy World Environment Day! Recently, my parents returned an exciting surprise that I had created 22 years ago, confirming my green obsession officially began in 1992. In honor of this day of caring for our planet and to make my 2nd grade dreams a reality, I'm officially publishing my work here for you beautiful people. Call it a throwBack Thursday present for y'all. And Things Got Worse. Didn't I ever reveal that's when I discovered my artistic talents and geography skills, too? Read on, friends. You know you want to.