
Celebrate Park City Green Month with Swaner
University of Utah and Swaner EcoCenter Sustainable Lecture Series
Thursday, October 15, 6:30 pm
Is Your House a Hummer?
Ryan Smith, Professor Department of Atmospheric Sciences, University of Utah
Kent Udell, Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering, Director U of U Sustainability Research Center, University of Utah
Myron Wilson, Director U of U Office of Sustainability, University of Utah
Advances in architectural design and mechanical engineering can radically reduce the amount of energy your home consumes. Join us for an evening dedicated to advances in design and energy systems. One hour presentation and Q & A. RSVP to cheri.daily@utah.edu .
Thursday, October 22, 6:30 pm
Why Energy and Environmental Law Have Nothing to Do With Each Other… And Why That Must Change
Lincoln Davies, Associate Professor S.J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah
The historical disjoint between energy law and environmental law is made evident by energy law’s overriding focus on securing large fuel supplies at cheap costs and environmental law’s quite unrelated objective of mitigating pollution and health risk. This talk will discuss how this historical disjoint has been perpetuated, how it fails to make sense, and some ways in which we can begin to change it. Energy and the environment are really flip sides of the same question. We should treat them as such and not as though they have no effect on each other. One hour presentation and Q & A. RSVP to cheri.daily@utah.edu .
Thursday, October 29, 6:30 pm
Actions Count: Moving from Good Intentions to Sustainable Behavior
Julia Corbett, Professor Department of Communications, University of Utah
Description TBA
One hour presentation and Q & A. RSVP to cheri.daily@utah.edu .
Swaner Environmental Film Series
Wednesday, October 21, 6:00 pm
THE GREENING OF SOUTHIE
Directed by Ian Cheney.
From the co-creators and stars of the Peabody-winning hit KING CORN comes a timely documentary. This film chronicles the creation of a revolutionary green building and the union teams who bring it to life. Funny and poignant, THE GREENING OF SOUTHIE is a story of bold ideas, unlikely environmentalists, and the key to climate change.
The evening will start at 6:00 pm with a light dinner. At 6:30 pm, sustainable architect Soren Simonsen will speak on the challenges of green building and his design of the Swaner EcoCenter.
Tickets:
Members: $6.00 adults, $3.00 age 12 and under
Non-Members: $12.00 adults, $6.00 age 12 and under
RSVPs are required to Nell@SwanerEcoCenter.org or 435.649.1767 ext. 103.
This film sponsored by Swaner Community Series for KIDS
Saturday, October 24, 1:00 pm
Creepy, Crawly Critters!
October is a great time to learn about all things creepy and crawly! Join Swaner and Kim’s Cold Blooded Creatures for a fun presentation about snakes, scorpions, frogs, spiders, and lizards. Learn about reptiles and amphibians from all over the world, their habitats, and unique behaviors. Meet Candy Corn the tarantula, Norbert the bearded dragon, Sizzle the albino python, Cassie the 8 ft. boa, and many more! Kids (and parents!) will be able to touch and hold the animals.
Reservations for this fun event are required and there is a $5.00 fee for non-members. Please RSVP to Savannah@SwanerEcoCenter.org , 435.252.3583, or 435.649.1767 ext. 113.
Visit Kim’s Cold Blooded Creatures at http://kimscoldbloodedcreatures.com to learn more about the animals, parties, and Kim.
Ongoing Programs
Weekly Green Building Tours
Wednesdays 10:00 am
The Swaner EcoCenter offers weekly green building tours in the newly awarded LEED Platinum EcoCenter. Join us as we explore one of the greenest buildings in Utah. Learn what materials we used to make the EcoCenter green and why we chose to build sustainably.
Reservations for the tour are required and there is a $5.00 fee for non-members. To RSVP, please contact us at Savannah@SwanerEcoCenter.org , Nell@SwanerEcoCenter.org , or 435.649.1767 ext.113.
Sahaja Meditation – Peace you can feel!
Tuesdays 6:30 pm
Sahaja Meditation is a form of meditation developed by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi to promote balance, health, harmony, and well-being. The word Sahaja means spontaneous and the practice leads to union with the self. The meditation practice requires approx. 15 – 20 minutes on a daily basis and awakens a spiritual energy, called Kundalini, residing within each individual. It works in a short amount of time to reduce stress, instill a sense of inner peace, and improve overall wellness.
Tuesday evening classes last one hour and the cost is free. For more information and to RSVP, please contact pcmeditation@gmail.com .
DID YOU KNOW?
The Swaner EcoCenter is now open on the weekend! Please visit us during our open hours.
Sunday – Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Swaner EcoCenter is open to the public for individual, group, and private functions. The 10,000 square foot EcoCenter is designed to accommodate special events of any size. Please contact us to book your event.
The Swaner EcoCenter is now on Facebook. Follow us to learn about events, wildlife sightings, building hours, and more!
Can’t attend? Support from home!
Mountain Mama Massage Special thanks to Maggie Dozier from Mountain Mama Massage for leading our September Community Yoga class! As a special treat for Swaner friends, Maggie will be offering 10% off any massage 60 minutes or longer and a free 30 minutes Pilates Reformer session with any massage 75 minutes or longer. Treat yourself this fall! For more information, please contact Maggie at 336.707.2747 or http://mountainmamamassage.com/. Mention Swaner EcoCenter for your discount.