Ed Begley, Jr. to keynote inaugural green gathering at Mark Twain Middle School sponsored by WHOLE FOODS MARKET!

VENICE – The Venice Neighborhood Council will be hosting the first ever Green Expo this Saturday, February 28th, at the Mark Twain Middle School located at 2224 Walgrove Avenue from 12-6PM.

Sponsored by WHOLE FOODS MARKET located on Lincoln Boulevard, this event is designed to increase the “Green IQ” of Venetians on a whole host of topics including zero waste, sustainable living, soil compost and healthy eating, as well as the case for electric cars.

Over twenty exhibitors will be on hand to discuss sustainable architecture, solar power, ocean health, grey-water solutions, home-food gardening, drought friendly landscaping, composting and other green living solutions, products and services.

An Eco Genius Bar will allow attendees to interact one-on-one with speakers and exhibitors on topics important to you.

An array of presenters will address the Expo beginning at 1:00 PM, with our keynote speaker Actor/Activist Ed Begley, Jr., closing the event beginning at 5:00PM.

Hal’s Restaurant, Superba Food + Bread, Wabi Sabi and the Venice Ale House will be supplying food and refreshments.

Admission and parking are free.

VNC President Mike Newhouse called upon all Venetians to attend.

“Sustainable living solutions from a Venice perspective will be unique, memorable and an important learning experience for all that attend. All aspects regarding green living will be addressed by local experts passionate about our community and maintaining our collective commitment to the planet,” offered Newhouse of this important grass roots gathering.

Attendees will experience the power of the Tesla Model S, which will be featured as one of the highlights of what looks to be an incredible community event.

Test rides will be available to licensed drivers.

A KidsZone will also be on-site and attendees and participants are encouraged to bike to Mark Twain Middle School, as well as to bring sustainable utensils for food and drink, to reduce our carbon footprint.