Eco Homes Presentation & Book Signing At The Beekley Library
.
The following press release is from the Beekley Library regarding an eco homes presentation tomorrow, Wednesday, February 15:
Building a new home is a complex process to manage, but what about building an eco-friendly and energy efficient home? Karann and Jeremy Schaller did just that – earning 2nd place in the Connecticut Zero Energy Home Challenge. During the first half of this program, Karann will discuss the details of her house and share her experience of building and living in the home. Topics will include:
- Passive solar house heating
- Solar electric panels for household electricity
- Solar thermal panels for house heating and domestic hot water
- Solar heat collected and stored for seasonal use
- Walls constructed with highly efficient Structural Insulated Panels
- ENERGY STAR Certification
- Construction costs ½ of traditional custom built homes
- Creative finishing details using salvaged materials
During the second half of the program, Everett Barber will discuss his book, Convert Your Home to Solar Energy (co-authored with Joseph R. Provey). A definitive homeowner’s guide to solar energy, it covers all the relevant technologies, including solar space and water heating, as well as photovoltaic electricity. It’s a practical resource, with cost calculators, tips on taking advantage of rebates and tax incentives, and advice on finding specialized contractors.
The presentation and book signing will be held on Wednesday, February 15, at 7 p.m. (snow date is February 29). It is being held at the Beekley Community Library, 10 Central Avenue, New Hartford, and it is free and open to the public.
For more information please call the Beekley Library at 860-379-7235 or visit the Beekley Library website.
Free Community Meal At North Congregational Church – All Are Welcome
.
Following is information regarding the Free Community Meal being hosted by the North Congregational Church on Friday, February 24:
North Congregational Church in New Hartford will host its next free community meal from 6:00 to 7:00p.m. on Friday, February 24. All are invited to join with neighbors and friends for good conversation and a hearty winter meal of Spanish rice (chicken and vegetarian versions will be offered), salad and desserts.
North Congregation Church is located at 17 Church St. North, directly behind the New Hartford Post Office.
Call 860-379-2466 for further information or directions. All are welcome!
Frozen Farmers Market On Saturday, February 18 is CANCELED!
.
It’s official: The Frozen Farmers’ Market scheduled for this Saturday, February 18, has been canceled. Anita Barden posted the following note on the New Hartford Farmers’ Market Facebook page:
Due to the lack of a skating rink this year’s frozen farmers/ ice skating party scheduled for Sat. Feb. 18th is canceled. Never imagined we would cancel a winter market because the weather has been too warm!
For more information about the New Hartford Farmers’ Market contact Anita at 860-379-8803 or email Anita at bardenfarm@aol.com.
A thin sheet of ice covers the surface of the skating rink at Chapin Park, making it unsafe for skaters. Photo: Maria Moore
