'To start a revolution we have to believe. The Organic Home believes that to achieve one's own aims and goals, a purity of intention, focused and applied gentle effort and clearly defined goals are the 3 components to achievement.

What we put into our bodies, and what we put onto our bodies, and what we use around us in our homes all have an effect on our lives, health and well-being, and ultimately an effect on all those around us, and indeed the entire world.' To read the rest of this article, go here.

Founder Mark Golding has been advocating a commitment to a Sustainable, Organic lifestyle. His hub, The Organic Home, in the UK has generated a peaceful attraction to those who share similar ideals and wish to do their part.

You can read their recommendation of Organic Nation Spirits, here.

The folks at White Water Warehouse are reporting that they have signed up several guests for the August 29 - 31, 2010 Rogue River rafting, kayaking & ONS Martini Madness trip. There is limited space so call Joy or Renee (the friendly office staff at outfitter White Water Warehouse) today at 1-800-214-0579. Or, check out the 2010 schedule on-line, here.

Extreme Chocolates could be a title easily misunderstood by the wrong consumer. Carrie Wong of Salem, has tackled a niche that most wouldn't even consider, hand crafting an organic vanilla extract, to be used for cooking and baking. That's extreme! She starts with Organic Nation Vodka, made in Ashland Oregon (and fulfilling the highest regiment of Organic Certification) and adds Madagascar Vanilla Beans and her own touch, 12 months later the delicate blend is bottled in 4oz frosted bottles and prepped for sale. Carrie is the only brewer on the west coast, you can find more information and where to buy here. Carrie also crafts some of the finest chocolates around. A lovely Holiday treat!

CoHo Production's Hamlet Fundraising Party produced by Chris Murray

CoHo's winter slot show, Hamlet, directed by Kristan Seemel and adapted by and starring Chris Murray is having a party!

We are in the preliminary stages of preparing to conquer the season, including this new adaptation of Shakespeare's most famous work.

The event will include appetizers and cocktails sponsored by Organic Nation Spirits.

This performance of Hamlet is something we want Portland to feel proud of, a show that will make an impact on our fair city. I want us all to feel a sense of ownership.

Our Designers: Kollodi and Chris Rousseau, our fabulous designers are looking forward to the contributions from this years event attendees to help them truly be able to expand their imaginations and bring the stage to life.

Our Minimum Fundraising Goal is : $3,200

Featuring a silent auction-

Example auctions:

A tailored season of Portland shows (tickets to 8 shows at 8 different Portland theatres, from Third Rail and PCS, to OCT and Vertigo)

A collection of Arrow Golf Clubs

A dream package of pampering from London Influence Salon

A slot in Tim True's 8-week acting class

A package of delights from the Portland Rose Garden

A private walking tour lead by Chris Murray from Portland Walking Tours

A year long package of computer IT troubleshooting with "to your door" service

A family portrait package from Natural Light Photography

A one-on-one directing session with Slayden Scott Yarborough Artistic Director of Third Rail Rep

Handmade Jewelry from Portland artist Lindsay Matteson

...and much more.

It will be fantastic to enjoy an evening of fun, food and spirits with all of you!

$10 Ticket to entry -

If you have any questions about the event, please email me personally :thechrismurray@gmail.com

If you would like to learn more about this version of Hamlet, please visit CoHo's website.

www.cohoproductions.org

Thank you all!

See you there,

This is the gorgeous patio view of Callahan's where the cutting edge event to raise money for women & children~Women & Martini Madness

Come one, come all! This is a call to Women who are mad about Martinis and mad about raising money for Women & Children in need. This FUNdraiser will benefit a Jackson County United Way program, Women in Living Leadership. The event is being held at Callahan's on their beautiful outdoor patio. Callahan's is that wonderful restaurant & lodge that has risen from the ashes of the fire last year, with a completely gorgeous remodel and is located on I-5 at Siskiyou Summit, which is actually only a 9 min. drive from Ashland, yet, you feel like you are far away in the sweet mountain air. For the price of a $30. ticket you get one free Organic Nation Martini, free hors d'ouevres, live music by "Hot Lips & Half-Baked Buns", a jazzy, blues band with Sarah Petty as their lead vocalist, and all the fun you can muster up with a bunch of mad women!! Then stay for Callahan's special Martini Madness dinner menu for only $20/$25 the day of the event. They are also offering a special deal for an overnight stay! Call Callahan's for your reservations: 541.482.1299 or email: marilyn@organicnationspirits.com for more info.
Hope to see you there! In Good Spirits, Diane

The International Food Trade Show brings people together from all over the world who have a passion for food and its counter parts in our culture. To our fortune, Oregon Tilth (OTCO, our organic certifier and the most stringent in the certification industry) planted themselves there this past June. Luckily, for them, they were able to serve sample tastings of Organic Nation gin and vodka so attendees swarmed their booth to sample some of the finest organic spirits! OTCO, as well, informed many of the food show goers of the importance and process of organic certification, Oregon Tilth's way, of course.

Organic Nation Spirits are proud to be certified by Oregon Tilth and, of course, thankful that they served up some cocktails with our spirits, in our absence, at the International Food Trade Show in Anaheim, CA.

For more information about upgrading to an Oregon Tilth Organic Certification contact them via their website.