Welcome to The Natural Step Monona!

We are a grassroots group of friends, neighbors, and area citizens actively participating in fulfilling our mission: The Natural Step Monona advocates for, educates about, and promotes a sustainable Monona. On this site, you will find content about our activities, ideas, and conversations. If you'd like to learn more about what we do, or join us, please fill out our contact form so we can be in touch!

 

This is the program you’ve been asking for! Hear about the status of sustainability in our community from the people helping to make it more resilient, efficient, and green.

Continue reading “What’s Up in Monona?” Green Tuesday, March 9...

By Kate Heiber-Cobb

Spring is slowing making her way here. I know the deep snow cover can fool you, but the willows have been yellowing for weeks, the cardinals are singing their morning song, and the daylight is so much longer!

Continue reading Saving seeds and growing community garden support...

The first meeting of the Board of Directors of the Dane County Regional Transit Authority is this Thursday, March 4, at 4:30 p.m. in Room 315 of the City-County Building (210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.) in Madison.

Continue reading RTA meeting agenda for Thursday, March 4...

African Youth Outreach brings the 5th annual “Drumming for Hope” to the Goodman Community Center to support HIV/AIDS education. Bounce to the rhythm of drums and dance, meet a live penguin, and learn about HIV/AIDS prevention at this free annual benefit festival for African Youth Outreach.

Continue reading 5th annual Drumming for Hope on March 14, 3 – 7...

The City of Monona is a winner! On February 11, Governor Doyle Announced $500,000 in Recovery Act Grants for Energy Independence Planning…

Continue reading The City of Monona wins an Energy Independent Communities grant!...

Blog: Pre-order Native Plants now

Find out more about the Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale!

Continue reading Pre-order Native Plants now...

The Monona Farmers’ Market is hiring a Market Manager. This is a contract position at $13/hour for an average of 8 hours a week, April through October, plus additional hours during the off season. Go here to download the job description: www.mononafarmersmarket.com.

Continue reading A job opening with the Monona Farmers’ Market...

by Melissa Zietz

Got ancient, energy-guzzling appliances? Buy new energy-efficient appliances and get Cash-Back Rewards — now available under the Wisconsin State Energy-Efficient Appliance Rebate Program.

Continue reading Help the environment, save on energy bills and get money back...

Blog: Green Resolutions for the New Year

By Melissa Zietz and Steppers

Some members of The Natural Step Monona share resolutions for themselves (and a few for others) for 2010!

Continue reading Green Resolutions for the New Year...

By Melissa Zietz

Navigating the white winter in green ways. Ice removal, fireplaces, thermostats, and batteries — learn some tips for making a difference.

Continue reading Stay green while the ground turns white...