Volunteers are needed to help at the Green Sprouts Organic Baby & Family Fest at the World Forestry Center, sponsored by The ReDirect Guide, on Saturday, September 23 from 11:00 am- 6:00 pm. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Oregon Environmental Council and our Tiny FootprintsTM program (www.oeconline.org/kidshealth). OEC needs volunteers to assist us from 9-11am (for setup); 10:30am-2:30pm (greeters, traffic directors, break relief and roving volunteers) and 2-6pm (greeters, traffic directors, break relief and roving volunteers). Contact Caran Goodall at volunteer@oeconline.org or 503-222-1963 ext 115 for more information or to signup.

The event website is http://www.greensproutsfest.com

"Green Sprouts is a festive and educational one-day event for the whole family that celebrates and promotes the nurturing of life through nature. From pregnancy to early childhood, parents can learn about and explore eco-friendly, community-involved and healthy child rearing options."

The festival will feature 40+ exhibits, seminars, workshops and demonstrations covering the following topics: Pregnancy & Childbirth Options • Midwives & Doulas • Naturopathic Pediatrics • Diaper Options Health & Fitness • Organic and Natural Clothing • Eco-Friendly Childcare • Parenting Groups Natural Recreation • Post-Partum Support • Healthy Home • Toxic-Free Nursery • Organic Food and more... Plus, music, entertainment, and activities for the whole family!