Things are getting greener
I am still wrapped up in my blanket and today I even have socks pulled over my usually bare feet (really!) but I have faith that spring is just around the corner!
Things are getting greener around Barefoot Books!
- A new green partnership with Eco-Libris
- Join in the green fun on St Patrick's Day
- Our greenest catalog ever is hot off the presses
- This is a great time to start making some green of your own.
ECO-LIBRIS
In 2007, building on their mission to encourage children to embrace the world around them, Barefoot made a commitment to "Go Green". Part of this dedication is that we now print our books and catalogs on ancient forest friendly paper and ensure that all marketing items are made of recycled or recyclable material. "Ancient forest friendly" means that our paper suppliers are obligated to replant trees that they have harvested, and that they do not damage rainforests or other ancient woodlands. In an effort to build on this initiative we have formed an alliance with another "Green Business" - Eco-Libris.
Eco-Libris partners with organizations that work in developing countries to plant trees. These planting efforts are an integral part of their efforts to help communities in these countries move toward a sustainable future. To do so, they are making sure that each tree is planted where it provides significant value for both the environment and the local communities.
With each book order you can chose to purchase Eco-Libris stickers and plant a tree. Learn more at http://www.ecolibris.net/.
I'll be including Eco-Libris donations in all orders placed now through March 31st. For this special order you must contact me directly via email or phone.
St Patrick's Day Story Party
To spread a bit more of the green, I'll be hosting a St. Patrick's Day Storytelling party on March 17th at 11:00 AM. Our Valentine's Day party was so much fun (despite the banging of the guys redoing my bathroom!) that I am planning to make it a monthly gathering. This month we will spotlight the book Tales from Old Ireland and music from Putumayo's Celtic Dreamland. Of course we will have fun with games, crafts and snacks, too!
NEW SPRING CATALOG
The new spring catalog and titles are hot off presses! Visit jenniferblum.mybarefootbooks.com to see them today!
JOIN THE BAREFOOT BOOKS STALLHOLDER PROGRAM
Now is a great time to join the Barefoot Books community! If you or someone you know is looking for an opportunity to make some money doing something fun and rewarding, check out jenniferblum.mybarefootbooks.com and click on sell Barefoot for more information.
Have a great week, and keep your eyes peeled for signs of SPRING! I just can't wait to run BAREFOOT in the green grass!!!