AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Sebastian Florida. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:16:25 -0600 The 1stAnnual Treasure Coast International Kayak & Canoe Rally is scheduled at RiverviewPark in Sebastian. Enjoy kayaking the beautiful and... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/1st-annual-treasure-coast-international-kayak-and-canoe-rally-235188 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/1st-annual-treasure-coast-international-kayak-and-canoe-rally-235188 Clubs and Organizations Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 The Craft Club of Sebastian is having a Craft Show at Riverview Park in Sebastian. There will be a variety of crafts. Crafters are welcome to... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/craft-club-of-sebastian-craft-show-229460 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/craft-club-of-sebastian-craft-show-229460 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a Candidates Forum for the City of Sebastian Council elections in the City Council chambers on... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/candidates-forum-for-the-city-of-sebastian-225995 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/candidates-forum-for-the-city-of-sebastian-225995 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in Florida (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/fellsmere/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-indian-river-county-227237 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/fellsmere/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-indian-river-county-227237 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Let The Games Begin! The Kick-off Party for the 2010 Relay for Life of North Indian River County will be held at the historic Marsh Landing... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/north-indian-river-county-relay-for-life-kick-off-party-224555 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/north-indian-river-county-relay-for-life-kick-off-party-224555 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The Sebastian Clambake Lagoon Festival is back, and this year’s slogan is “There’s No Business like Clam Business.” Fresh seafood booths,... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/sebastian-clambake-lagoon-festival-223006 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/sebastian-clambake-lagoon-festival-223006 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Charles H. Bronson, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture, will premiere the Florida’s Fishing Traditions: Sebastian documentary video in the Council... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/florida-s-fishing-traditions-sebastian-219329 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/florida-s-fishing-traditions-sebastian-219329 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Florida corn maze and it's a... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tallahassee/news/find-florida-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-florida-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217123 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/tallahassee/news/find-florida-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-florida-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217123 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Micco, FL -- Brevard County Commissioner Trudie Infantini, who represents District 3, will host town hall meetings in Micco and Malabar next... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/commissioner-infantini-to-host-town-hall-meetings-in-micco-216079 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/commissioner-infantini-to-host-town-hall-meetings-in-micco-216079 Government and Politics Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce’s 16th Annual Media & Silent Auction will be held at Capt Hiram’s Resort in the TiffanyRoom... http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/sebastian-river-area-chamber-of-commerce-s-16th-annual-media-and-silent-auction-213480 http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sebastian/news/sebastian-river-area-chamber-of-commerce-s-16th-annual-media-and-silent-auction-213480 Clubs and Organizations Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 From the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-sebastian-community-224742 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-sebastian-community-224742 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Celebrities and billionaires are shelling out big bucks for cutting edge green-friendly cars like the Tesla Roadster. But what are... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Since Obama took office, have any new incentives been put in place for homeowners looking to increase energy efficiency and reduce... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-tax-incentives-for-energy-efficiency-209619 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-tax-incentives-for-energy-efficiency-209619 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I am considering upgrading some older appliances in my home. Where can I find information on which models are the most energy... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-upgrading-older-appliances-215166 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-upgrading-older-appliances-215166 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What would you recommend as a non-toxic/non-lethal way to keep squirrels, gophers and groundhogs away?   --... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-green-ways-to-keep-groundhogs-and-others-away-220110 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-green-ways-to-keep-groundhogs-and-others-away-220110 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Has anyone ever studied the environmental impact of discarded cigarettes? I’m constantly appalled at the number of drivers I see... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-cigarette-litter-231733 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-cigarette-litter-231733 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600