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9th Annual Stuart Fall Craft Show is just around the corner!

Saturday, September 27 – Sunday, September 28, 2008

What: This September will mark the 9th annual fall craft show in Historic Downtown Stuart.  The craft show will take place in the heart of downtown primarily on Osceola Street between St. Lucie Avenue and Denver Avenue.

It is anticipated that over 7,000 people will visit the art show to view the creations of over 100 different crafters as well as shop or dine in the many fine retail and restaurant establishments in the historic district.

When:  Saturday September 27 – Sunday September 28, 2008

§  Event starts at 10 a.m. each day, vendors close at 5 p.m.

§  Shops, restaurants and downtown businesses are open their regular business hours

Where: Historic Downtown Stuart

The event takes place on Osceola Street between St. Lucie Street and Denver Avenue.

The City of Stuart parking shuttle, the Sail Fish Six will be operating both days of the show.

Who:  Stuart MainStreet, a 501 C3 not for profit organization is dedicated to improving the appearance and economic stability of historic downtown Stuart.  Their mission is to create and market a positive image of downtown through special events, retail sales, effective advertising and public relations often working with the public, private sector and community leaders to develop and coordinate resources to downtown Stuart’s success.

Vendor Info: Local crafters interested in joining the show should call 954-472-3755. Community groups and ‘non’ craft vendors interested in participating in the show should call 772-286-2848.

Public Info: For more information regarding this event or Stuart MainStreet, please contact Bernie Malone at Stuart MainStreet, 772-286-2848.

I mentioned last month about a volunteer-run organization that was looking for fishermen to tag dolphin, in the hope of finding out more about their migratory patterns, and helping towards conservation of the species. I wanted to share with you one of his typical news items, and the info to sign up for the program if you wish to participate.

Enjoy….

Marine Anglers;

Well it appears that we are into another typical year of dolphin fishing. That translates into a different dolphin seasonal occurrence and abundance pattern along the East Coast than observed in previous years. All of the six years studied have been different. Subsequently, I do not know what constitutes a “normal” dolphin season. But what I am happy to report is the number of fish tagged so far in 2008, while below last year, is well above the average number.  

One of the articles in this newsletter shares some of the information from my self-imposed study of ocean currents 101. Having recognized these energy transfer systems as the main conveyor of dolphinfish and other highly migratory fish throughout the North Atlantic and world, I knew I needed to know more about them. Information presented here is just a taste of information available at the Universities of Miami’s Web site. The other article deals with the numerous inquiries received each year from anglers wanting to tag fish too large to bring in the boat. A simple solution is offered that converts the hand-held tag applicator into a long tag stick for tagging fish in the water.

Anglers, please remember that I would like to receive your photographs of fish that you tag, unusual fish and your trophy fish. Please email high resolution files of your photos (1 MB to 5 MB) to me. Be sure to identify the people in the picture, where and when it was taken, and who took the photo. Keep in mind that I can not use photos with large amounts of blood on the fish.

Good fishing,

Don

Donald L. Hammond

Marine Fisheries Biologist

Cooperative Sciences Services, LLC

961 Anchor Rd.

Charleston, SC 29412-4902

(843) 795-7524

cssllc@bellsouth.net

www.dolphintagging.com

It’s Earth Day, 2008 and that means it is time to think GREEN!

There are many organizations and businesses in and around Martin County that are doing their part to help the environment.  But the real impact will come from the individual citizen, let’s all help our environment and keep our city clean and prosperous.

Here are some suggestions on what we can do to think green this Earth Day!

1. Change your commute
   -  If you live in a close proximity to your work, try walking or riding a bycicle to the office.  You will save money on gas and have an easier time parking while improving your cardiovascular health and reducing your risk of obesity.
2. Buy Used
   -  Check local Garage Sales or Thrift Stores for furniture, appliances and other items.  You can also check website like Craigslist or Ebay to get good deals on used items.  Buying used will often be cheaper and is recycling at it’s finest.
3. Buy Local
   -  Help support the City of Stuart and all of Martin County by buying local!  Try shopping at the Farmer’s Market.  The prices may be higher than what you get at the big chain stores but the quality will be better and the items are local so it cuts down on fossil fuel consumption since the food does not have to be shipped in.
4. Compost Your Food Scraps
   -  Composting helps cut down on the amount of waste going to our landfill while at the same time providing you or someone you know with free fertilizer for your own garden.  If you don’t have a yard or room for a compost pile, try indoor vermiculture or worm composting.
5. Change your thermostat and install energy saving devices
   -  Setting your thermostat a few degrees lower in the winter or a few degrees higher in the summer can significantly cut down on your electric bill and help conserve energy.  Think about installing solar power to heat your water.  Florida Power and Light also has information on how you can save energy here.
6. Use tap water or install a water filter at home
   -  Bottled water is expensive, if you think gas prices are high imagine how much you are paying for water every time you spend a dollar or more on a 16 oz. bottle?  Bottled water adds significantly to the amount of container waste at the landfill.  Use water at home and buy a reuseable container to take with you on your bike or walk.
7. Make Cleaning Supplies Yourself
   -  Using simple ingredients like baking soda, soap and vinegar you can make cleaning products that work and are non-toxic.  Saves you time, money and improves the quality of life within your home or office.
8. Think Twice about new electronics
   -  Waste from cell phones, computers and other used electronics is a growing global concern.  Many of you may remember the story that ran last year about a company illegally shipped used American electronics oversea’s for disassembly.  The workers in the third world countries were unprotected against the harmful and toxic compounds found inside many electronics, such as Mercury.
9. Add a meatless meal per week
   -  We’re not asking you to go vegetarian, but cutting out some of your meat intake can have a significant effect on the Industrial meat production industry.  This industry produces large amounts of noxious waste and is damaging the environment.  If you must have meat, try switching out for fish caught by your local Stuart fisherman.
10. Use our library
    -  Using the library to borrow books or movies rather than buying your own will help to cut down on resource consumption.  Not to mention it will save you money, just one more way to think GREEN!