Mike Is Moving On

This will be Mike's last “Arlington Green” column for the Arlington Mercury. A new job draws him away. (Thanks, Mike! You will be missed. --Steve Thurston) more »

Apr 4, 2013 by in The Arlington Green

Major Faiths Have Similar Ecological Views

Importantly, each of the faiths compiled its own summary of its beliefs about the environment and these so-called “ecology statements” are reproduced in their entirety in this one handy volume. more »

Mar 28, 2013 by in The Arlington Green

Is Pope Francis the New "Environmental Pontiff"?

Many of us “Conservation Catholics” wonder if the environment will be high on the Pope Francis' agenda. Certainly, there are positive signs that this pope will bring a renewed emphasis on the stewardship of God’s Creation in his ministry. more »

Mar 21, 2013 by in The Arlington Green

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The Arlington Green looks at nature in Arlington and the surrounding area. Mike Nardolilli serves as President of the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust, President of the Arlington Outdoor Lab, and as a Member of the Board of Directors of the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority.

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    Team Kids, Empowering Kids

    The idea behind Team Kids is that the kids do the planning and work. The adults merely make it possible. "It's a deliberate transfer of power," from the adults to the children, the group's founder said.

    Jun 11, 2013 7:12:18 AM

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    Civic Federation Elects Leadership

    Michael McMenamin of the Maywood neighborhood was voted into the position of Arlington Civic Federation president in a vote by acclamation last night. Carla de la Pava (Bellevue Forest) will be vice president.

    Jun 5, 2013 2:15:45 PM

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    Principals Named at Barcroft, Barrett

    Last night the Arlington Public Schools Board approved, Dan Redding as the new principal of Barrett Elementary School and Colette Bounet as the new principal of Barcroft Elementary School.

    May 31, 2013 11:35:12 AM

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