 Eco News Network presents our favorite eco-celeb of the week. We love seeing what celebrities are up to, and that doesn’t mean when it comes to movies, television or music albums, but with how they’re giving back to the planet. This week, blonde bombshell Kaley Cuoco caught our eye. In addition to her acting skills, she has quite the love for animals. Check out how she protects Mother Earth. Kaley Cuoco is one of the main stars of the CBS hit comedy “The Big Bang Theory.” She is known and loved for her role as blonde bombshell Penny who isn’t quite as interested in science and comic books as her boyfriend, Leonard. In a recent episode, Penny reveals she isn’t passionate about anything, but that isn’t so for Cuoco in real life. For those who don’t know, Cuoco is a an avid animal activist, especially when it comes to pit bulls. Seen as a controversial and dangerous animal, Cuoco goes above and beyond to inform others they are just like every other dog. In November 2012, the actress starred in an “I Love My Pit Bull” PSA put together by Angel City Pit Bulls. The video shows pit bull owners and why they love these pooches so much. Her pit bull passion doesn’t stop there. She also got into a debate with TV host Kelly Ripa over some “heartbreaking” comments Ripa made regarding pit bulls. She called them “dangerous” and “a gangster’s dog.” Well, Cuoco fired back and tweeted, “Completely heart broken and disappointed.” She added, “I really hope @KellyRipa didn’t say what I think she said this am regarding pit bulls. #Please don’t be true.” Cuoco did let fans know she wasn’t at “war” with Ripa, but just extremely protective over her pit bulls, “Ok I’m NOT in a war w @KellyRipa.We are friends for years and I adore her! just have a severe luv 4 my global pitbull fam and owners!” If that’s not enough, Cuoco is also an advocate for all animals. In 2010, she recorded a song, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” to raise money for The Humane Society of the United States. No one should get between Cuoco, her pit bull passion and her love of animals. She’s a great advocate for animals, and will be for years to come. -Allyson KoernerAllyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world. Photo Credit: Twitter
 March 29, 2013
Sometimes celebrities get a bad rap for speaking their minds, and even for just being who they are, instead of what everyone else wants them to be. However, more often than not, celebrities are committed to helping the environment and the people around them. With that in mind we are taking a look at what they are tweeting in relation to their fellow man and the planet. Below, are some select tweets by celebrities who are reaching out to their fans, followers and Mother Earth!
1. Kourtney Kardashian If you follow the Kardashians, then you know Kourtney Kardashian is a health freak and loves things that are all-natural. This week, she tweeted that she prefers vegan gummy bears over original ones. “@OMGFacts: Gelatin is created by boiling the bones and skins of cows and pigs” yuck! Thank goodness for vegan organic gummy bears!”2. Melissa Joan HartRecently, actress Melissa Joan Hart showed off her recycling skills on Twitter by demonstrating how baby food jars can be reused as containers. “Great uses for used baby food jars. #recycle #babyfood #simplesolutionshttp://instagr.am/p/W-N9vKlHuL/”3. Rachelle Lefevre“Twilight” actress Rachelle Lefevre tweeted about her healthy, organic and delicious dinner. Sounds like a great recipe! “Dinner:Organic kale,cranberries,almonds,toasted seeds,olive oil,fig balsamic, s&p. Great ingredients need little workpic.twitter.com/xpmSTI8LA4”4. Emma Bell“Dallas” actress Emma Bell expressed her distaste for the Keystone XL Pipeline, and is all for sustainable energy. “Some ask why I don’t support pipeline. I ask why we don’t all support a clean, free, sustainable energy source?”-Allyson KoernerAllyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world.Photo Credit: Twitter, Wikimedia Commons/© Glenn Francis, www.PacificProDigital.com, Flickr/Joella Marano, Flickr/Anthony Citrano, Twitter
 Eco News Network presents our favorite eco-celeb of the week. We love seeing what celebrities are up to, and that doesn’t mean when it comes to movies, television or music albums, but with how they’re giving back to the planet. This week, leading lady Emily Deschanel caught our eye. In addition to her fabulous TV work, Deschanel also is an avid supporter of the planet, especially as a new mom. Check out how she protects Mother Earth. “Bones” fans know and love Emily Deschanel as Dr. Temperance Brennan aka Bones on FOX’s hit drama series. Did you also know that Emily is loved for her planet-friendly lifestyle? As an actress, wife and mother, she makes sure to benefit the environment in every way possible. Let’s start with motherhood. Before she gave birth to her son, Henry, Emily was highly criticized for her veganism, but that never made her stray from her cruelty-free beliefs. “Saying no to meat makes me feel stronger inside; I feel aligned with my morals and ethics. I still have to defend myself because people don’t understand it. As a pregnant woman especially, people will say to me, ‘You must eat meat and dairy.’ You really have to tap into your self-esteem whenever people try to convince you you’re making the wrong choice,” she said. She’s kept with that attitude, as she has made a meat-free environment at home for her son. Henry is currently living off a vegetarian diet, and following in his mother’s footsteps, “We are raising Henry vegetarian; he will be mostly vegan and always have a choice in the matter, but we will educate him about why we make the choices we do with our food. My husband isn’t one hundred percent vegan. I read ‘Disease-Proof Your Child’ by Dr. Fuhrman, and think it is a must-read for parents trying to raise a healthy child.” In addition to Henry’s diet, Emily also ensures their home is safe and non-toxic. She uses the utmost of safest products, “I am always on EWG’s [Environmental Working Group] Skin Deep website looking up products to use on Henry. It rates them so you know how toxic something is. I love Earth Mama Angel Baby. Their products are safe, smell amazing and actually work! I was already using natural products in my home and on my body, but having a child made me even more concerned about everything.” For years, Emily has shown her planet-friendly colors, and its great to see as a new mom she’s staying true to who she is. In addition to motherhood, Emily also brings her environmentalism to work., “I always push for the animal and environmental issues being highlighted and when it is appropriate it finds its way into the show.” For example, in July 2012, “Bones” featured an episode about the harsh realities of keeping exotic animals as pets. Furthermore, the show even filmed an episode about chicken farming, which hit close to home for fans. “When someone tells me they stopped eating chicken because of the ‘Bones’ factory farming episode we did last year, I consider that a small victory,” Emily said. Her animal activism never goes unnoticed either. In August 2012, Emily was honored by Mercy for Animals for her farm advocacy work. Emily is one of many actresses making a difference in the green world, and it’s exciting to wait and see what she’ll do in the future. -Allyson Koerner Allyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world.Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons
 The Groom's Checklist
From The Beginning- The Engagement Ring: Know her ring size. - Pop the Question: Make it a memorable moment. - Choose a wedding date - Pick out a reception location: Places get booked up very early. Especially if your wedding is in the summer months. - Choose your Best Man, Groomsmen and Ushers. - Start working on the guest list. - Meet with a Priest, Rabbi or Justice of the Peace, the choice is yours. - Choose the music: a band or disk jockey. Get references from friends. Meet with these candidates so you feel comfortable with their personality. 6 Months Before.- Plan for your honeymoon: Apply for a passport if needed - Shop for wedding rings - Finish up the guest list - Check state requirements for blood tests and the marriage license - Secure transportation to the ceremony and reception 3 Months Left. - Tuxes for the Grooms, Best Man and Groomsmen. - Book your honeymoon. - Get wedding band inscriptions, if desired. Order them. 2 Months Left.- Meet with the person performing the ceremony to finalize details. - Rehearsal Dinner: Plan it with your parents - Work with your bride on flower arrangements. 30 Day Countdown.- Buy your bride a wedding gift. Make sure it's personal and memorable gift. - Schedule final fittings for tuxedos, and make sure all wedding attire has been ordered. - Purchase gifts for Best Man, Groomsmen and Ushers. - Take care of business and legal affairs. Add Bride's name to insurance policies, medical plans and checking accounts. 2 Weeks.- File for your marriage license with your bride-to-be. - If moving, get a change of address card to the Post Office. Arrange to have utilities turned on in your new home. If you're not moving, continue with cleaning and reorganizing your home and help your fiance with the moving of her things - Bachelor Party (see below) 7 Days.- Pick up the tux - Make sure Best Man and Ushers get their wedding attire - Reconfirm all honeymoon reservations. If flying, make sure you have the plane tickets - Make sure your attendants are at the rehearsal and know their duties - Make sure your Ushers are aware of special seating arrangements - Bring your wedding license to the official at rehearsal. Be sure it is filled out properly so it can be signed and returned to you after your wedding. - Attend your Rehearsal Dinner. Relax and enjoy yourself! The Wedding Day. Congratulations! - Eat a a good breakfast with carbs, fat and protein to keep hunger at bay. - Make sure your luggage is in the car or Hotel where you'll stay on your wedding night - Get dressed. Start at least one hour before the ceremony. - Give the Best Man the bride's wedding ring. - Prepare the official's fee or gift in an envelope, and hand it to the best man so he can present it after the ceremony. Source: Text from GroomsOnline.com
 Sometimes celebrities get a bad rap for speaking their minds, and even for just being who they are, instead of what everyone else wants them to be. However, more often than not, celebrities are committed to helping the environment and the people around them. With that in mind we are taking a look at what they are tweeting in relation to their fellow man and the planet. Below, are some select tweets by celebrities who are reaching out to their fans, followers and Mother Earth!
1. John Krasinski
“The Office” actor John Krasinski tweeted this stunning picture of Earth. He’s no stranger to supporting the planet, which is shown through his latest film “Promise Land” about drilling rights. “Another episode of “You win again, Earth…” pic.twitter.com/xu3V0FVz”2. Giuliana RancicThis week, E! personality Giuliana Rancic showed off her new hybrid on Twitter. It looks like she’s really enjoying the new green car and protecting the planet. “Heading to the gym in my new wheels! Day two & I’m already uh-bsessed with my @fordCMAXHybrids. #GreenGoesGlam http://twitpic.com/c1epjc”3. Anthony Edwards“ER” and “Zero Hour” star Anthony Edwards tweeted against fracking, and is encouraging others to do the same. He’s especially reaching out to the state of New York. “Gas industry’s own studies show #fracking well casings fail. @NYGovCuomo, #DontFrackNY. Please RT!pic.twitter.com/r0IrNVxm”4. Hugh JackmanOscar nominee Hugh Jackman also jumped on the no fracking bandwagon by showing his support on Twitter. It looks like he’s following in the footsteps of Edwards. “#DontFrackNY @NYGovCuomo #Fracking threatens our health, environment, and economy in NY. Please RT!pic.twitter.com/ODBOAJ0d”Be sure to check back weekly for these feel good celebrity tweets and what they have to offer in only 140 characters! -Allyson KoernerAllyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world.Photo Credit: Twitter, John Krasinski’s Twitter, Wikimedia/David Shankbone, Flickr/Disney ABC, Wikimedia/Grant Brummetthttps://econewsnetwork.org/2013/02/eco-celebrity-tweets-of-the-week-51/
 February 7, 2013Eco News Network presents our favorite eco-celeb of the week. We love seeing what celebrities are up to, and that doesn’t mean when it comes to movies, television or music albums, but with how they’re giving back to the planet. This week, chef and talk show host Rachael Ray caught our eye. Not only is she a wonderful cook who knows food well, but she is also an animal lover and supporter of the environment. Check out how she protects Mother Earth.Author, chef, talk show host, wife and pet owner; these are just a few of Rachael Ray’s successes. Of course, she is most popular for her cooking skills, but what some might not realize is she is just as popular for her eco-friendly qualities. The 44-year-old is an avid animal activist, and isn’t afraid to take a stand for animal rights. It all starts at home for Rachael with her pit bull, Isaboo. Isaboo is basically Rachael’s child, and she treats her like one. “I make a dog-friendly version of almost everything that we make for dinner, so she gets a lot of home-cooked food. She likes barley or orzo with chicken stock, carrots and parsley. She likes parsley a lot,” she told PEOPLE. The pit bull also sleeps in bed with Rachael and her hubby, John. The love she has for Isaboo extends to all pups and animals. Just recently, Rachael donated $500,000 to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals help animals caught in Superstorm Sandy. She also shipped four tons of her Nutrish pet food. Speaking of Nutrish, Rachael started the pet food line in 2008, which offers all-natural food and treats for dogs. The best part is all proceeds go directly to Rachael’s Rescue – started by the chef – to provide food, medical supplies and treatments for animals in need. She’s also working on a Nutrish line for cats. What doesn’t she do for animals? In addition to her amazing animal work, Rachael also benefits the planet in other ways. For example, it was reported in 2007 by NYPost.com that she will only drive Prius hybrids. Also, she’ll only be driven around in a Prius. Rachael also supports recycling. Her magazine, Every Day with Rachael Ray, is printed on 85 percent recycled paper, and production uses 12 percent less paper per issue. It’s great to see a celebrity chef dabbling in the green world, and we can’t wait to see what Rachael does next! Hopefully, other celebs will start following her footsteps. -Allyson KoernerAllyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world.
Photo Credit: Wikimedia/The Heart Truth https://econewsnetwork.org/2013/02/eco-celeb-of-the-week-rachael-ray/
We loved the write up Eco News Network posted on their site to help build the hype for our last Garbage Gone Glam event! Read Allyson Koerner's post below or access it through the Eco News Network website via link: https://econewsnetwork.org/2013/01/garbage-gone-glam-presents-glam-date-auction/
January 30, 2013Garbage Gone Glam, an organization and business dedicated to beautifying the Earth, is holding a very important eco-friendly date auction benefiting the planet and encouraging others to live a green lifestyle.Garbage Gone Glam (GGG) was first founded in 2008 by Kristen Alyce. According to her website, “Inspired by a genuine desire to raise environmental awareness in an innovative way, Kristen fashioned her first dress entirely out of fashion magazines and plastic bags.” Ever since then, her cause has taken off, and she continues to spread the green word, just like GGG is tomorrow on Thursday, Jan. 31 with its Glam Date Auction. Held in West Palm Beach, Fla., the date auction will show off GGG’s latest eco-wear worn by bachelors and bachelorettes. In addition to sending the important message that we can reuse items like plastic bags, plastic water bottles and old magazines to create fashion masterpieces, all proceeds go directly to environmental causes. One of these causes is the Resource Depot, which is a reuse center that collects clean, safe and reusable donated items. These items would usually end up in landfills, but thanks to the Depot, they are distributed – for free – to teachers, daycares and other educational-related organizations. As its website reads, “Garbage Gone Glam’s mission is to raise awareness of environmental and health issues facing our ‘throwaway’ society. Through fashion shows, environmental expositions, and other events we draw attention to the volume and variety of trash thrown away every day. We aim to inspire a little change in the lives of our audiences and those who join our mission.” If you’re looking to participate and contribute to GGG’s eco-friendly mission, check out its website, and attend the date auction tomorrow night. -Allyson KoernerPhoto Credit: Garbage Gone Glam
 Sometimes celebrities get a bad rap for speaking their minds, and even for just being who they are, instead of what everyone else wants them to be. However, more often than not, celebrities are committed to helping the environment and the people around them. With that in mind we are taking a look at what they are tweeting in relation to their fellow man and the planet. Below, are some select tweets by celebrities who are reaching out to their fans, followers and Mother Earth!
1. Busy Philipps
“Cougar Town” actress Busy Philipps made the most adorable recycled dress for her daughter, Birdie. Eco-fashion designer’s have some major competition.
“I have to make a dress out of recycled materials for my kid’s preschool’s Project Runway like assignment. I’m currently fusing plastic bags.”
2. Maggie Q Famous twin Tia Mowry shared some of her favorite healthy, vegan recipes that helped her lose the baby weight, and keep her in shape. “These four snacks helped me lose my post-baby weight: http://bit.ly/hlthysnacks #fitfriday”Be sure to check back weekly for these feel good celebrity tweets and what they have to offer in only 140 characters! -Allyson KoernerAllyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world.Photo Credit: Twitter, Flickr/Rubenstein, Flickr/Thibault, Wikimedia/Tony Felgueiras, Tia Mowry Twitter https://econewsnetwork.org/2013/01/eco-celebrity-tweets-of-the-week-50/
 Eco News Network presents our favorite eco-celeb of the week. We love seeing what celebrities are up to, and that doesn’t mean when it comes to movies, television or music albums, but with how they’re giving back to the planet. This week, reality star and fashion queen Lauren Conrad caught our eye. She not only has major talent in the fashion world, but she is also making a name for herself in the eco-friendly community. Check out how she protects Mother Earth.What do you think of when you hear the name Lauren Conrad? Most likely, it’s MTV’s popular reality TV series “The Hills.” Even though that’s what she’s loved and known for, she’s been making a name for herself in the fashion world, and for good reason. Not only does she have great taste, but she also incorporates the environment into some pieces. In 2012, she launched her very own eco-friendly accessories line called XO (eco). Lauren designed the line with help from eco-conscious company Blue Avocado and Repreve, a recyclable material company. The line offers affordable accessories like a beauty clutch, a cover for your straightener, a lunch kit and a cafe tote, among others. Each product is made from Repreve’s recycled material, which is crafted from reclaimed, used plastic bottles. It is then recycled into yarn for items like Lauren’s. For example, her beauty kit is designed from 6.5 recycled plastic bottles, and her hot iron bag is made from three recycled plastic bottles. “As a designer, I hope that my choices for this collection raise awareness around the importance of environmental sustainability and green products. Eco-friendly is not a fad–it’s the future. And with my new line, you will have some cute eco options to pick from ,” she says on her website. “At the end of the day, I encourage you to get inspired to join me in this green adventure by opting to go eco chic. Together we can create the ripples of awareness that can inspire a positive impact on our beautiful oceans and environment of which we will be supporting organizations that focus on ocean recovery efforts through the collection.” Lauren’s line just shows that you can sport cute accessories and protect the planet too. In addition to fashion, the 26-year-old is a huge animal lover. Just this past November, Lauren adopted an adorable pooch named Fitz. She now has two rescue dogs; the other named Chloe. We love seeing young women like Lauren dabbling in the eco-world and animal rescue community. What will she come up with next? We can’t wait to see! -Allyson KoernerAllyson Koerner is the assistant managing editor and contributing writer at Eco News Network, a sustainable news site providing news, trends and commentary on a variety of green topics such as home and design, pets, businesses and pop culture. She obtained her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Emerson College in Boston, and is hoping to make a name for herself in the journalism world.
https://econewsnetwork.org/2013/01/eco-celeb-of-the-week-lauren-conrad/
 Martin Luther King Day, a time of celebration at the South Florida Fair and the perfect opportunity for Garbage Gone Glam to immerse into the community to make their bold presence known. Kristen Alyce, the company’s visionary, Katie Kirk, a regular face of Glam, and Tori Sollars, our latest addition to the team, geared up into their Glamiest recycled outfits. Katie, wearing their newest design, a dress created purely out of the 2013 Glam Calendars, and Tori, wrapped in plastic grocery bags accompanied with a custom Aquifina plastic top. As the Glam squad made their way through the entrance gates, the level of hype that immediately followed was nearly overwhelming- pictures, excitement, and a lot of attention. The team barely walked twenty feet into the fairgrounds before being stopped, left and right. The day was filled with questions and photo opps, ranging from young girls, to adults, to parents, and even to the camouflage booth of Army men. All were intrigued and fascinated by the creative designs of Kristen Alyce’s eco-friendly dresses, wondering who were these crazy girls and what were they were about. A long day spent at the South Florida Fair and a lasting impression for the future of our planet.
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