Green Expo
Save the date! June 8th and 9th. The largest Green Expo between Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin is coming to Bastrop, TX and will be held at the beautiful, new Bastrop Convention Center at 1408 Chestnut Street Bastrop, Texas 78602.
The Green Expo weekend will feature more than 50 speakers and panels and demonstrations. They include a presentation by city managers and mayors of Bastrop, Elgin and Smithville of their newly developed “sustainability” programs. John Ikerd from Missouri is the keynote speaker, followed by talk show host Howard Garrett (“The Dirt Doctor”) from Dallas.
View our information packet with more details on speakers, workshops, entertainment and more!
Friday, the first day of the event, will focus on issues for professionals, such as city planners, architects and green builders but the public is invited to attend. Nationally acclaimed architect Peter Pfeiffer will share the elements of green building. Many people who are required to complete annual continuing education credits to maintain licensure or accreditation in their fields of practice will be able to get those credits by attending the Expo. Friday evening at 7pm, the Expo will be providing a concert free of charge to the community. Bill Oliver and the Otter Space Band will open the concert to be followed by nationally known folk and children’s artist, Sara Hickman. For more info about this free concert go HERE.
Saturday will be a fun-filled atmosphere featuring live music, lots of kids’ show and tell demonstrations, indoor and outdoor exhibits featuring alternative energy (solar, wind, geothermal, etc.) and more.
One day pass is $5 – Two day pass is $8 – Kids 12 and under are free
Sponsors
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Check out the many benefits offered and join our growing list of sponsors
Exhibitors
We have outdoor and indoor options. Sign up and reserve your booth.
Vendors
Outdoor areas are available. Sign up and reserve your spot.
Location and Lodging
We are centrally located and have many lodging options from Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, even camping.
Things to do and see
While you are here, take in the many activities in Bastrop, Elgin and Smithville.
Information
Sustainable Renewable Ecological Educational
When and Where:
Friday, June 8th, and Saturday, June 9th, 2012
Bastrop Convention and Exhibit Center
1408 Chestnut Street Bastrop, Texas 78602
Overview:
Heart of Texas Green Expo is the first such event ever held in Bastrop. The Green Expo will energize individuals, business and organizations seeking information, inspiration and innovation. Best of all, it will serve as a stimulus to move us in the direction of a culture that is both economically viable and ecologically sound. Our Expo is THE platform to enable your organization to reach thousands of people through our media alliances in television and radio, newspapers, billboards and educational flyers. We will advertise the Expo in multiple markets including Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, and Bastrop County and through social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
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