When it comes to their homes, Americans of all ages want the same thing – a safe and comfortable home in a vibrant community. The Livable Communities Awards, co-sponsored by AARP and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recognize builders, remodelers, developers, architects and planners who build and design homes and communities that improve everyday comfort, safety and personal independence. The deadline to enter the Livable Communities Awards is July 16, 2010. For more information, visit www.nahb.org.
The Atlanta Green Building Council’s June event was a terrific success. The event held at Villa Christina welcomed nationally aclaimed speaker Sarah Susanka, author of a series of books including “The Not So Big House” and “The Not So Big Life”. Over 100 guests enjoyed the event and a book signing. The Atlanta Green Building Council of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Assocation brings together those in the housing industry who participate in the planning, building, remodeling, marketing and selling of high performance green homes and related products and services.
If you are interested in joining the council, please visit the council’s website at http://www.atlantahomebuilders.com/councils/greencouncilmain.cfm.
If you are interested in learning more about Sarah Susanka, please visit www.notsobig.com and www.notsobighouse.com.
Betsy recently participated with other professionals from across the nation as a judge for the 2010 National Mature Media Awards. The National Mature Media Awards are awarded by the Mature Market Resource Center, a 19 year old national information clearinghouse for professionals who work with older adults. The winners will be announced in summer 2010. In addition to the Media awards, the center also conducts the New Product & Technology Awards, National Senior Health & Fitness Day and the Mature Fitness Awards USA. For more information, visit www.seniorprograms.com
