Support Sustainable Morristown by purchasing a rain barrel or compost bin. Orders can be completed by May 29th and picked up on the 30th.

Systern Rain Barrels:
• 55 gallon (208 liter) capacity
• Mosquito mesh keeps bugs and leaves out
• Overow hose can be linked to another Systern™ rain barrel,or can be directed away from the house
• Contoured spigot
• Easily accommodates existing downspouts
• BPA-free
• UV stabilizer is added to resist deterioration from sunlight
• Made from recycled content

The Earth Machine Composters:
• 80 gallon (300 liter) capacity
• Easy snap-together assembly. No complicated instructions
• Twist-locking lid keeps animals out and minimizes odors
• Harvest door for easy access for compost removal and use
• Vertical and horizontal ventilation
• User guide, harvest door, lid and screws included
• BPA-free plastics
• UV stabilizer is added to resist deterioration from sunlight
• Made from recycled content

To reserve, fill out the form below and fax to 973.796.1995, or scan and send in e-mail to info@sustainablemorristown.org

Download the: Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Order Form

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Over 50 vendors, exhibitors, and farmers came out for Festival Earth 2013.

We also got to check out some great hybrid and electric cars from Toyota of Morristown, Beyer Ford, Gearhart Chevy, Lexus of Route 10, Hackettstown Hyundai, and New Jersey Electric Auto Association.

The Mari Byrd and Lords of Liechtenstein also rocked out at Festival Earth! Thanks for keeping our soggy spirits up with your awesome music! Check out some great coverage here.

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While you’re getting your groove on, make your way over to the Hands-On Art Experience by Morris Arts. This family fun area will encourage people of all ages to express themselves through creative and interactive art projects.

The Arts Showcase will also feature sculptures made from recycled materials created at Youth Art Day on May 11th.

The Bottled Wick and Slaff Crafts will feature some wonderfully handmade, local goods.

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Enjoy the freshest produce from our local growers! You can visit your usual farms from the summer market and also meet some new farms that are with us for this special one-day event.

The Festival Earth Farmers’ Market is presented by The Hyatt Morristown.

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Ride your bike to Festival Earth! Bike and Walk Morristown will be providing a new service that lets you park your bike with ease. Roll up to the Valet Bike Parking, check your bike, and explore the festival, knowing your bike will be safely parked for the day.

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What is a festival without food? Get your taste buds ready to experience the pinnacle of our local eateries. The Taco Truck, SmartWorld Coffee, Café on the Green, and Grassroots Natural Market will provide food for Festival Earth.

As a Near Zero Waste event, we will be composting and recycling nearly all of our waste, diverting it from landfills.

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Check out the latest eco-friendly hybrid and electric cars at the Daily Record’s Hybrid – Electric Auto Show. The show will feature the fully expanded line of Prius hybrids by Toyota of Morristown, a sponsor of Festival Earth. Other cars that will be at the auto show include the Chevy Volt, BMW i electric, Tesla models and even electric motorcycles!

Members of the New Jersey Electric Auto Association will also be bringing a number of their own hybrid and electric cars and share the ownership and driving experiences with the public.

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Festival Earth will showcase community involvement and promotion of music and the arts. Rock out with us at our Covanta Energy Music Stage. Get ready to hear an eclectic mix of local and regional artists and enjoy the sounds of bluegrass, rock, jazz, folk, and reggae dub. The Original Music School will provide part of the talent that will fill the festival with great performances. Other performers include: The Lords of Lichtenstein, Universal Rebel, Mari Byrd, the youth of the Presbyterian Church in Morristown, and much more.

FESTIVAL EARTH’s Music Stage SCHEDULE

Noon-12:15 pm                        The  Presbyterian Church, former owner of the Green, reflects about caring for the planet and each other
12:15 pm-12:45 pm                 Music – Mari Byrd      (Bluegrass/Rock)

12:45 pm-1 pm                         SusMo, Mayor Dougherty, sponsors

1 pm-1:40 pm                           Music – Seventh Stage (rock covers)

1:45-2 pm                                  Music – 1st Ave – (Youth)

2 pm-2:40 pm                          Music – Bobby Syvarth (Jazz)

2:40 pm-3 pm                          Green Divas

3 pm-3:40 pm                          Music – Lords of Liechtenstein (Folk)

4 pm-4:40 pm                          Music – Universal Rebel (Reggae/Dub)

5-6 pm                                       Original Music School – Student bands

MorristownGreen.com will also be presenting multimedia videos and films that center on sustainable living. Stop by to catch a short film or promotional video created by local community members!

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The Sustainable Living Expo is partnering with the Town of Morristown’s Office of Sustainability and includes vendors and exhibitors that promote active, healthy, and sustainable lifestyles. Come learn about solar energy, energy conservation, indoor hydroponic gardens, holistic medicine, transportation alternatives, and much more!

If AGRICULTURE AND FOOD interests you, check out the Farmers’ Market, the Grow It Green plant sale, Gardener’s Kitchen, Wee Grow, NJ Highlands Coalition, Tower Garden, and Degage Gardens.

If ENERGY gets you going, check out the booths of Geo Scape Solar, Viridian, and Covanta Energy.  Covanta Energy is launching the local campaign of the National Call-2-Recycle Program. Bring your rechargeable batteries or old cell phones to the Covanta Energy booth and be entered for a chance to win 4 Yankees tickets to an upcoming game!

For our HEALTH AND WELLNESS enthusiasts, visit the booths of Be Well Morristown and Visiting Nurses Association. 

Also, check out our TRANSPORTATION exhibits and vendors, including Marty’s Reliable Cycle, Shade Tree Garage, and TransOptions.

The Eco Family Fun Area by Unity Charter School will be a great way to get the whole family involved in sustainable living. Learn with Unity about local economies, environmental conservation, and social equity through fun activities for all ages.

A complete list of exhibits to come…

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We would like to thank our presenters and sponsors that help us make this event possible

Daily Record Grassroots – Grassroots is a weekly section of the Daily Record that focuses on the natural world, food and community in Morris County and beyond. Grassroots is presenting the Hybrid – Electric Auto Show.

Covanta Energy – Covanta is committed to making renewable energy from waste. Covanta diverts waste that would normally go into landfills and creates usable energy for our local community and businesses. Covanta Energy is presenting the music stage in the Music and Arts Showcase.

Hyatt Morristown – The Hyatt, while focused on a relaxed and convenient stay for its guests, is committed to sustainable living. The Hyatt is presenting the Farmers’ Market.

Festival Earth is also sponsored by Donnelly Energy and Construction, PNC Bank, Staples, and Toyota of Morristown.

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