Creating Green Collar Jobs: Green Market Exposition Oct. 8th & 9th, 2010

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BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport’s emerging green collar economy will be the topic of discussion during the Green Market Exposition taking place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct 8th & 9th, at the Barnum Museum, 820 Main St., Bridgeport.

The Green Market Exposition will look at local sustainability and feature speakers and resources on green jobs, green job training, local green businesses, eco-friendly products, and provide information about sustainable living.

Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch will kick off the event at 10 a.m. A presentation by Susan Giordano of Alternative Global Energy, will follow. Alternative Global Energy is an environmental and energy management-consulting firm based in Shelton CT. The company plans to make "Saving the Planet One Solar Project at a Time" its motto.

Also taking place at the Green Market Exposition: panel discussions on the Green Automobile Future for Bridgeport; Greening the Industrial and Business Base; a presentation by Carolyn Humphreys of Sunlight Solar and an Eco Fashion panel discussion.

The Green Market Exposition will also feature more than 40 exhibitors including MowGreen.us, Milford Pedicab, CT Environmental Headlines,, Organic Ornamentals, Smart Car, Origins Make-up, and Housatonic Community College. 

Activities will include recognition of Bridgeport Area Green Coast Award winners. The first 100 attendees will receive a re-useable souvenir bag with samples, information and resource guide. Free admission given to all, with full access to the Barnum Museum, its exhibits, and all GME exhibitors and panel discussions.

With its rich history and beautiful gallery, the Barnum Museum is the perfect backdrop for the Exposition.

"Contrary to common knowledge" says Kathy Maher, Executive Director and Curator of the Museum, "P.T. Barnum dedicated much of his life to improving the quality of life for all citizens.  Conscientious urban development, philanthropic gifts to arts and culture, and establishing many, many community parks, Barnum would most certainly be a forerunner of a healthy, green community.  It is a privilege for The Barnum Museum to carry on his socially conscious legacy."

Phineas Taylor Barnum, one-term mayor of Bridgeport and four-term member of

the Connecticut General Assembly, was born July 5, 1810 in Bethel and died

April 7, 1891 in Bridgeport. The original museum building, owned by the City

of Bridgeport is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is

handicapped accessible.

Regular Museum Hours: Tuesday - Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday -

noon to 4:30 p.m. Closed Mondays and Holidays (New Years Day, Easter Sunday,

Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas)

The Green Market Exposition is presented in partnership with the Barnum Museum, Greenburbs and Conscious Decisions, and will look at local sustainability and feature speakers and resources on green jobs, green job training, local green businesses, eco-friendly products, and provide information about sustainable living.