Categories: Events

6th Annual Greenfest Philly on Sat 9/10/11!

September is chock-full of green events! Greenfest Philly returns to our lovely city in Headhouse Square (2nd St btwn South & Pine) on Saturday, September 10th, 2011!

Greenfest Philly educates the public on how to be more sustainable in their daily lives (just like us at GPB!) Urban Green Partnership passed the torch to the Clean Air Council to organized the festival.

Highlights of the festival include:

  • Free electronics recycling
  • Test drive a Chevy Volt
  • Green Giveaways
  • Music, DJ’s * dancing
  • Local & organic food vendors
  • Green Innovators Scholarship
  • VIP tent for Clean Air Council members
  • Kids zone with crafts & educational films
  • 80+ exhibitors

Info: Saturday September 10th from 11 AM – 5 PM.

Rain Date:  9/17/11

Posted by Julie

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Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.

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