Sustainably Sadie
Reusable v. Disposable
Plastic Water Bottles
Disposable Products are the most pervasive indicators of consumer culture conveniences. Plastic water bottles, plastic grocery sacks, Styrofoam containers and petroleum-based toxin-laden packaging make up a large portion of human-produced waste. With seven billion people on the planet, each person throwing away a plastic water bottle every day—it’s no wonder there are islands of trash bobbing in our oceans.
There are easy, convenient ways to help preserve the planet and the natural beauty that surrounds us here in Southwestern Montana. Most bottled water comes from the tap and most of you have been enjoying delicious refreshment from your own homes all along. Reusable water bottles make it possible to take that healthy drink option with you wherever you go.
Brightly-colored Nalgene bottles were popular in the early 2000s. Since then, I’ve come to believe the news regarding toxins that are released as plastic slowly breaks down. Glass is the cleanest, reusable container material, but potential breakage makes it less than convenient. Stainless steel containers (like Klean Kanteen) are cleaner than aluminum ones but may be more expensive. I got a great deal on a stainless steel H2O bottle from Ross in Bozeman.
Seek out businesses that make environmentally-friendly choices for their disposable products. At Jumping Rainbow Espresso, we encourage our customers by offering a discount to those who use their own travel mug.
There will more discussion re: Reusable v. Disposable. The small efforts will add up in a big way. Sustaining the planet through smart choices will help to ensure that future generations can enjoy the natural beauty of this place like we do. Share your ideas and successes. I also welcome snail mail: Sarah Miller, P.O. Box 491, Twin Bridges, MT 59754; 531-1422; www.sustainablysadie.blogspot.com; sustainablysadie@hotmail.com
Twin Bits
TBCA mtg: Friday March 16 @ Old Hotel, 8:30 am
March artist featured at Twin Bridges Public Library, Deborah’s Art Wall: Richard Flager from Alder. Photographer. Carver. Painter. Mr. Flager’s reception is schedule for Friday March 23rd 4 to 5:30 pm.
Ruby Valley Lenten Schedule:
Mar. 14- Dayspring Church 3648 Hwy 287, Sheridan
Mar. 21- Notre Dame, Twin Bridges
Mar. 28- New Beginnings, Sheridan
Ruby Valley residents gather on Wednesdays during Lent to receive words of encouragement and challenge from local ministers and lay people. This has been, and continues to be, a very ecumenical gathering. Every one is welcome regardless of their personal religious convictions. Breakfast is scheduled early, 6:30 a.m., so that folks can make it to work on time.
A basket will be available each Wednesday for those who would like to donate non-perishable items or money to the local food bank.
If you need a ride to the breakfast, you may call Carol Braach, 842-5521, or Carol Wilcox, 684-5142. If you would like to offer rides, please let Carol Braach or Carol Wilcox know.
Congratulations to Twin Bridges Falcons Men’s Basketball Team!!
From TBS Calendar:
March 8 to 10: Girls’ State C Basketball Tourney, Great Falls
Sunday March 11: Spring Ahead! Daylight Savings Time begins
Monday March 12: Piano Recital, Mrs. Holden’s students @ Church of the Valley, TB, 7 pm
Tuesday March 13: Jr Hi Academic Olympics; Pep Band to play at BB All-Star game, MT Tech, 6:30 pm
Wed. March 14: HS Academic Olympics
Sat. March 17: Mason-sponsored 3 on 3 Tournament @ MP Gym, St. Patrick’s Day!
Monday March 19: No school, Trailblazers 4-H Mtg @ Lunchroom, 7 pm
Tues. March 20: TB School Board Mtg, 7 pm, MT Room
Friday March 23: End of 3rd Quarter; 6-8th Grade Band Festival @ Sheridan
Sat. March 24: Twin/ Sheridan PROM, @ Twin MP Gym
Thurs. March 29: Early Out; Parent- Teacher Conferences 1 – 8 pm, Book Fair @ School Library
Friday March 30: No School, Spring Day
Sat. March 31: Madison County Madness BB tourney, both gyms
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