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Down 2 Earth (D2E): An Exploration in Sustainable Living is entering its second year in Boston (to be held April 3, 4 and 5 2009 at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston), and is bound to once again bring a jam pac’d weekend filled with great people, delicious food, inspiring speakers and demonstrations, as well as fascinating exhibits and hands-on activities. D2E will once again host dozens of environmentally-driven companies, exhibitors, non-profits and other groups this year together with thousands of local residents to create a truly dynamic eco-event. With the motto, “Back to Basics” this year’s D2E is a perfect remedy for our current climate.

D2E this year will host an interactive marketplace for eco-friendly products, numerous interactive environmental activities (many of which are kid-friendly), a public stage for community initiatives, and an educational forum that addresses sustainability issues. In addition, there will be local and organic food booths, a kids’ block, eco-fashion, potential for energy savings and new information about the future of cars!t?

This festival is not only for strong environmentalists but also those who are just discovering an interest in the green movement. Everyone will find at least a couple new ways to green their lifestyle further.

For the green trendsetters out there, Down:2:Earth will showcase new environmental products ready to revolutionize the markets, as well as well known products that we all love. With an emphasis on local and innovative solutions, D2E will connect consumers with progressive companies that are investing in a more sustainable future. So if you’re anywhere near Boston, this festival will be worth checking out!

Of particular interest to Eco-Fashion Gurus will be the two Eco-Fashion Shows to take place throughout the weekend: one at 4:30 on Saturday April 4, 2009 and the other at 1:30 pm on Sunday April 5^th. The fashion shows will feature this season’s hottest new trends by a number of designers, especially those in New England. Organized by the School of Fashion Design of Boston in collaboration with D2E, the show is sure to be a great. Green Cotton will be there, covering the event, so stay tuned for some expert reporting on the fashion show. Meanwhile, check out D2E’s funny video clip “Eco Suit,” promoting the event: Eco Suit. View more of these D2E spots on The Hired Pens production site.

So who is behind this great even?

Photosource: Boston.com
Betty Fulton and Lorelei Grazier are the founders and co-directors of D2E, which is now approaching its second year. As some of you may be aware, the Green Festivals, which is one of (if not THE) largest consumer-oriented green expo’s in the country (and happens to be one of my favorite all time green events nationwide) does not come to Boston, sadly. Despite this, Betty and Lorelei set out to create a similar dyanmic green event in Boston and so far they have proven it possible. Down 2 Earth has quickly filled this gap, and if last year’s program is any indication, this year will be even more successful, especially given that sustainability and the environment are even more prominantely on our minds.

Details: Down:2:Earth will be held in the Hynes Convention Center, downtown Boston, Friday through Sunday April 3^rd, 4^th and 5^th.

The Hynes Convention Center is easily accessible by public transportation as it has a stop on the Green Line. Address:

900 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02115Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors.

Visit www.d2eboston.com for more details and to purchase discounted tickets.

Show Hours:

• Friday, April 3: 5pm–9pm (with a special cocktail hour event)
• Saturday, April 4: 11am–7pm
• Sunday, April 5: 11am–5pm

For a detailed look at the days schedule of events.