This American Life will have a live show broadcast to movie theaters around the country:
http://www.facebook.com/ho
We'll meet up somewhere for drinks before and then hit the show.
Get your tixs now.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Next Meeting: This American Life - 4/23
Our next meeting will be Thursday, 4/23 at the Palace 9 Movie Theater in South Burlington.
This American Life will have a live show broadcast to movie theaters around the country:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=51129544839&ref=ts
We'll meet up somewhere for drinks before and then hit the show.
Get your tixs now.
This American Life will have a live show broadcast to movie theaters around the country:
http://www.facebook.com/ho
We'll meet up somewhere for drinks before and then hit the show.
Get your tixs now.
Sunday, March 01, 2009
ACTION
At our last meeting, we discussed potential volunteer/service projects we could do as a group. Kim found one that I think we be great for us. Here's her write up on it:
There is a Junior Iron Chef Competition that Vermont FEED is sponsoring for middle and high school aged students statewide. It is at the Champlain Expo on March 28, 2009 from 8:00 to 5:00 pm. They need many volunteers for help with event set up and breakdown, food distribution, activity coordination, etc.
Vermont FEED is a organization with an important mission: "VT FEED works with schools and communities to raise awareness about healthy food, the role of Vermont farms and farmers, and good nutrition. We act as a catalyst for rebuilding healthy food systems, and to cultivate links between the classrooms, cafeterias, local farms, and communities. Now in its ninth year, Vermont FEED has worked with more than one third of schools in Vermont to create robust and viable Farm to School programs."
So the question is, do you want to volunteer. Please let Kim and I know by Thursday, March, 5th.
There is a Junior Iron Chef Competition that Vermont FEED is sponsoring for middle and high school aged students statewide. It is at the Champlain Expo on March 28, 2009 from 8:00 to 5:00 pm. They need many volunteers for help with event set up and breakdown, food distribution, activity coordination, etc.
Vermont FEED is a organization with an important mission: "VT FEED works with schools and communities to raise awareness about healthy food, the role of Vermont farms and farmers, and good nutrition. We act as a catalyst for rebuilding healthy food systems, and to cultivate links between the classrooms, cafeterias, local farms, and communities. Now in its ninth year, Vermont FEED has worked with more than one third of schools in Vermont to create robust and viable Farm to School programs."
So the question is, do you want to volunteer. Please let Kim and I know by Thursday, March, 5th.
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Meeting #25: Books (remember them)
For one of our more successful meetings (#5), everyone discussed the last book they read. We are going to bring that topic back in 2009. For our next meeting, Tuesday, February 17th at 7pm at the Drink, come ready to discuss the last book you read. We'll also get an update on and discuss possible service ideas.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Meeting #24: recap
Quick recap...
'08 predictions:
> five of us predicted that Obama would be president a year ago.
'09 predictions were made and sealed away.
We have a great list of meetings for '09 including a service project, VT vineyard tour, urban golf charity tournament, screening of Eddie Murphy Delirious, and many more.
'08 predictions:
> five of us predicted that Obama would be president a year ago.
'09 predictions were made and sealed away.
We have a great list of meetings for '09 including a service project, VT vineyard tour, urban golf charity tournament, screening of Eddie Murphy Delirious, and many more.
Monday, January 05, 2009
Meeting #24: Inauguration & Predictions
It's been a while. And a lot has happened since our last meeting at the end of the summer... new president, economy tanking, Isabel turned one.
Let's get together for a meeting with the following topics:
1. Watch and reflect on the Inauguration.
2. Review the predictions we made for 2008 (they have been sealed since our first meeting in '08) and make new predictions for 2009.
3. Talk about what the Good Idea Society should do/be in 2009.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 7pm at Drink on St. Paul. I completely open to a different location, suggestions anyone?
Let's get together for a meeting with the following topics:
1. Watch and reflect on the Inauguration.
2. Review the predictions we made for 2008 (they have been sealed since our first meeting in '08) and make new predictions for 2009.
3. Talk about what the Good Idea Society should do/be in 2009.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 7pm at Drink on St. Paul. I completely open to a different location, suggestions anyone?
Friday, October 03, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Meeting #23 - Report back from Sudan/pot luck
Next meeting: Wednesday, April 27th 7pm (updated day) at the old GIS club house (Ross and Jeff's - 158 N. Willard)
Topic: Annie has returned from her trip to Uganda and Sudan and will be telling the group all about it. You can read about her trip here: http://africaannie.blogspot.com/ .
What to bring: We are going to try to have a African themed potluck. What does that mean... just try to bring something small we can snack on that somehow relates to Africa.
Topic: Annie has returned from her trip to Uganda and Sudan and will be telling the group all about it. You can read about her trip here: http://africaannie.blogspot.com/ .
What to bring: We are going to try to have a African themed potluck. What does that mean... just try to bring something small we can snack on that somehow relates to Africa.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Meeting #22 - take me out to the ball game
Baseball, hot dogs, beer, champ.
We had a leisurely summer meeting last week as we watched the Single A Lake Monster's play some ball.
Next meeting will be a little more serious. Details to come, meeting will probably be later in August.
We had a leisurely summer meeting last week as we watched the Single A Lake Monster's play some ball.
Next meeting will be a little more serious. Details to come, meeting will probably be later in August.
Sunday, July 06, 2008
Meeting #22 - Lake Monsters!
Meeting #22 will take place on Wednesday, July 16th at Centennial field in Burlington. That's right, Lake Monsters vs. Crosscutters. Details here.
Sunday, June 01, 2008
Cheese loves beer IV
American Flatbread is hosting a cheese and beer tasting on Sunday, June 29th at 2pm. There will be nine pairings for $30/person. There are already five GIS members signed up and space is limited, so sign up asap. details here: http://www.flatbreadhearth.com/calDisp.php
Monday, May 19, 2008
Meeting #20 - recap
Last week's bocce session went well. We were shut out of the nice bocce courts, but played some extreme bocce as we watched the sun set. Highlights included Marin's first meeting and the return of Alan Nicholas.
Next meeting: Tuesday, June 10th. Any good ideas for topics?
Next meeting: Tuesday, June 10th. Any good ideas for topics?
Monday, May 12, 2008
Meeting #20 - Bocce
Spring is here, for real. At our next meeting, let's get together and enjoy a relaxing game of Bocce at Oakledge.
Tuesday, 5/13. 6:30pm, Oakledge Bocce courts. BYOB. Here's a little video inspiration to get you excited.
Tuesday, 5/13. 6:30pm, Oakledge Bocce courts. BYOB. Here's a little video inspiration to get you excited.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Annie's off to Africa
Annie leaves for Africa on May 12th. She'll keep us updated here: http://africaannie.blogspot.com
We collected 8 full bags for the students + plus some extra bags and supplies.
Next meeting: May 13th - details to come.
We collected 8 full bags for the students + plus some extra bags and supplies.
Next meeting: May 13th - details to come.
Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Meeting #19 - recap
The meeting last night was great. A perfect example of the good idea society at it's best - beer, cheese, and helping school girls in Sudan. Here's a quick recap.
#1 - BEER AND CHEESE TASTING
We started the night off with the beer and cheese tasting. Yes beer, not wine. Here are the pairings we tasted:
- Brooklyner Weisse with the Blue Ledge Farm Chevre
- Peak Organic Pale Ale with Grafton Farms Sharp Cheddar and Maple Smoked Cheddar
- Budweiser and Cabot American Cheese Slices
- Samuel Smith Lager with Le Gruyere
- Woodstock Inn Pig's Ear Brown with Gouda and Orb Weaver Coby Farmhouse
- Wolaver's Oatmeal Stout with Boucher Farms Gor-Dawn-Zola
The Wolaver's and Gordawnzola was by far the favorite. Others included the Peak Pale ale with maple smoked cheddar and the Weisse with Chevre.
#2 - HELP FOR SUDAN (via Vermont)
Annie talked to us about her upcoming trip to Africa to open secondary schools for girls in Southern Sudan. We are going to help gather supplies. Here is a recap of what we need and a recap from Annie:
Our goal is to gather the following:
• 10 backpacks in good condition filled with:
- A calculator
- A pencil sharpener
- A three-subject college ruled notebook
- 10 black or blue ink pens.
- 10 No. 2 pencils.
• $20 that will be spent on textbooks.
You can help a high school student at NESEI's (New Sudan Education Initiative) first school in Sudan-- it takes just a little money and time!
The New Sudan Education Initiative (NESEI) is a partnership started here in Burlington, VT between Sudanese and a local/global network of supporters, who have come together to bring the gift of education to Sudan. We are working to build 20 schools in this region by 2015.
The first school site is scheduled to open on May 15, 2008 in Yei, Sudan. On May 10 a group from Burlington will be travelling to celebrate this huge success. On our trip we will bring backpacks filled with resources to help the first group of students begin their educational journey.
This campaign is a great way to help a young student receive a quality education, and a wonderful opportunity to create a personal connection to NESEI's first school. Please join us today!
#1 - BEER AND CHEESE TASTING
We started the night off with the beer and cheese tasting. Yes beer, not wine. Here are the pairings we tasted:
- Brooklyner Weisse with the Blue Ledge Farm Chevre
- Peak Organic Pale Ale with Grafton Farms Sharp Cheddar and Maple Smoked Cheddar
- Budweiser and Cabot American Cheese Slices
- Samuel Smith Lager with Le Gruyere
- Woodstock Inn Pig's Ear Brown with Gouda and Orb Weaver Coby Farmhouse
- Wolaver's Oatmeal Stout with Boucher Farms Gor-Dawn-Zola
The Wolaver's and Gordawnzola was by far the favorite. Others included the Peak Pale ale with maple smoked cheddar and the Weisse with Chevre.
#2 - HELP FOR SUDAN (via Vermont)
Annie talked to us about her upcoming trip to Africa to open secondary schools for girls in Southern Sudan. We are going to help gather supplies. Here is a recap of what we need and a recap from Annie:
Our goal is to gather the following:
• 10 backpacks in good condition filled with:
- A calculator
- A pencil sharpener
- A three-subject college ruled notebook
- 10 black or blue ink pens.
- 10 No. 2 pencils.
• $20 that will be spent on textbooks.
You can help a high school student at NESEI's (New Sudan Education Initiative) first school in Sudan-- it takes just a little money and time!
The New Sudan Education Initiative (NESEI) is a partnership started here in Burlington, VT between Sudanese and a local/global network of supporters, who have come together to bring the gift of education to Sudan. We are working to build 20 schools in this region by 2015.
The first school site is scheduled to open on May 15, 2008 in Yei, Sudan. On May 10 a group from Burlington will be travelling to celebrate this huge success. On our trip we will bring backpacks filled with resources to help the first group of students begin their educational journey.
This campaign is a great way to help a young student receive a quality education, and a wonderful opportunity to create a personal connection to NESEI's first school. Please join us today!
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Meeting #19 - Beer, Cheese, and School Supplies for Sudan
Meeting #19 will be held at Maegen and my house (54 Morse Place) on MONDAY, April 7rd at 7pm. We will have two topics: 1) a beer and cheese pairing tasting. 2) gathering school supplies to help students in Sudan.
#1 - Beer and Cheese. Ross (although he does not know it yet) and I will work out appropriate pairings for beer and cheese. This should be really fun - at least for me, because those are two of my favorite things. Check out two articles from a recent seven days: #1, #2.
#2 - At our last meeting we discussed the logistics of a children's book drive. While we could do this - the need is not pressing and the effort seems to be more than we are ready to put in. One of our new members (and old friend) will be traveling to Sudan with a group of Vermonters to help create new schools in a war torn region. They need some basic help gather supplies. Sounds like a good idea. Annie will be on hand to talk about the initiative (in between the beer and cheese). Check out the article from the free press. Things to bring:
- Backpack
- A calculator
- A pencil sharpener
- A three-subject college ruled notebook
- 10 black or blue ink pens.
- 10 No. 2 pencils.
* we'll plan on how we raise the rest.
#1 - Beer and Cheese. Ross (although he does not know it yet) and I will work out appropriate pairings for beer and cheese. This should be really fun - at least for me, because those are two of my favorite things. Check out two articles from a recent seven days: #1, #2.
#2 - At our last meeting we discussed the logistics of a children's book drive. While we could do this - the need is not pressing and the effort seems to be more than we are ready to put in. One of our new members (and old friend) will be traveling to Sudan with a group of Vermonters to help create new schools in a war torn region. They need some basic help gather supplies. Sounds like a good idea. Annie will be on hand to talk about the initiative (in between the beer and cheese). Check out the article from the free press. Things to bring:
- Backpack
- A calculator
- A pencil sharpener
- A three-subject college ruled notebook
- 10 black or blue ink pens.
- 10 No. 2 pencils.
* we'll plan on how we raise the rest.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Meeting #18 - topic/date/details
Meeting #18 will be held on Tuesday, February 19th at the 1/2 lounge at 7pm. Topic: Logistics (promotion, collection, distribution) of Children's book drive. See you then.
Meeting #17 recap
We held meeting #17 at the 1/2 Lounge and discussed two topics: 1) Bringing a good idea to life. 2) reveal '07 predictions.
THE GOOD IDEA:
We are moving forward with the children's book drive. Benjamin will confirm if Barnes/Wheeler need them. If not, we'll explore other local organizations with need.
Action steps:
> Ross to register goodideasociety.com (done)
> Miya to create Good Idea Society logo
> Benjamin to confirm schools needs.
> At our next meeting, we will work up the actual plan to promote, collect, and distribute the books.
07 PREDICTIONS:
Here are a few highlights of the predictions that came true...
> Huge snowstorm in Feb. 2007 (Kim)
> Own a pet (Jeff) *If you count the mice in Lab, I think this came true.
> Jeff won't have to share his office anymore (Ross)
> The GIS will have 20 members (Adam) *although be never have 20 people at one meeting, I think we have about that many people.
> Vermont will remain one of the best places on earth (Nelia)
Those that did not come true...
> Jay and Maegen will by a house (Jay) *although we did in the first month of '08.
> Jay will throw the trophy through our front door instead of kicking it after winning the kickball championship. (Maegen) *If we had won, I might have.
> Buy a new car (Kim) *the Civic is still rockin'.
THE GOOD IDEA:
We are moving forward with the children's book drive. Benjamin will confirm if Barnes/Wheeler need them. If not, we'll explore other local organizations with need.
Action steps:
> Ross to register goodideasociety.com (done)
> Miya to create Good Idea Society logo
> Benjamin to confirm schools needs.
> At our next meeting, we will work up the actual plan to promote, collect, and distribute the books.
07 PREDICTIONS:
Here are a few highlights of the predictions that came true...
> Huge snowstorm in Feb. 2007 (Kim)
> Own a pet (Jeff) *If you count the mice in Lab, I think this came true.
> Jeff won't have to share his office anymore (Ross)
> The GIS will have 20 members (Adam) *although be never have 20 people at one meeting, I think we have about that many people.
> Vermont will remain one of the best places on earth (Nelia)
Those that did not come true...
> Jay and Maegen will by a house (Jay) *although we did in the first month of '08.
> Jay will throw the trophy through our front door instead of kicking it after winning the kickball championship. (Maegen) *If we had won, I might have.
> Buy a new car (Kim) *the Civic is still rockin'.
Monday, February 04, 2008
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