Georgia Organics: Connecting Local, Sustainably Grown Food

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Georgia Organics is a non-profit organization that connects Georgians with local, sustainably grown food. The organization is supported by members and publishes a monthly newsletter (e-dirt), quarterly newsletter (dirt), and the Local Food Guide. In addition, Georgia Organics hosts an annual conference and conducts workshops and field days to educate farmers on sustainable farming practices. They also provide a forum for discussion and educational articles for organic farming and gardening.

Visit the Georgia Organics website for a search-friendly directory of sustainable farms, gardens, co-ops, markets, etc. You can also search for local farms and gardens using their Google Maps search feature.

Eco-Friendly Pet Boarding and Day Care from GreenDog™

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GreenDog™ is an eco-retreat for your favorite four legged friends. Dogs are welcomed at this environmentally friendly boarding and day care facility based in Atlanta, GA. Environmentally friendly initiatives include eco-friendly cleaning products, low VOC paints, and recycled greywater from wash sinks among many others. GreenDog™ offers boarding, day care, grooming, and boutique shopping. Their store format is affectionately called an “Urban Farm” and features 40 boarding “dens” and wood fenced play areas. Visit the GreenDog™ website to learn more about eco-friendly boarding and doggie day care opportunities. [Photo and Logo: Greendog.com]

Recycled Billboard Vinyl Bags from Gorilla Sacks

Gorilla Sacks Classic Messenger Bag
Gorilla Sacks are stylish bags designed and manufactured from recycled billboard vinyl ($20-68$). The bags are made in Atlanta, Georgia from locally sourced used billboard vinyl. The material is carefully analyzed and cut into fabric pieces based on the overall billboard image and the final product design. After careful selection they head over to local sewmasters who transform the vinyl pieces into final products. The result is a one of a kind product with a distinct look and feel based on the original billboard. We really like the Classic Messenger bag ($48) which is large enough to carry a notebook computer and other files. But it doesn’t stop with the messenger bag, the company offers a full line from small accessories to handbags and totes. Gorilla Sacks are available in select retail stores and through the GorillaSacks.com online store.