Ingrid Ault, Executive Director
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This week’s Think Local First segment:

August 30, 2010 – Ingrid Ault, Executive Director and Jeff Pickell, Owner of Kaleidoscope

Now relocated to the corner of Ann & Fourth, Kaleidoscope Books & Collectibles is an eclectic mix of intellect and sentimentality, specializing in modern first editions, science fiction, mystery, kids books, University of Michigan memorabilia, and vintage comics.

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Think Local First’s mission is to support and cultivate locally-owned, independent businesses in Washtenaw County, Michigan that are committed to making our community a healthier and more vibrant place to live.  Think Local First provides resource sharing and community building opportunities for locally-owned independent businesses as well as raising community awareness and developing strategies for supporting these businesses.

• Support of Locally-Owned Independent Business: They support the growth and development of local living economy businesses by creating opportunities for business leaders to network and share best practices of sustainable local business.

• Community Education: They encourage local and sustainable purchasing by county residents and businesses and educate the community about local living economies through our directory, website, newsletter, and events, and through public speaking engagements.

Mailing Address:
Think Local First
P.O. Box 7961
Ann Arbor, MI 48107

Previous Think Local First segments:

August 23, 2010 – Ingrid Ault, Executive Director and Chase Ingersoll, Owner of A2 Global Shipping

A2 Global Shipping is an eco-friendly shipping company based locally in Ann Arbor.

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August 16, 2010 – Ingrid Ault, Executive Director and Lisa McDonald, Owner of TeaHaus

TeaHaus expands its space into the former Cake Nouveau on North 4th Ave in the Kerrytown District.

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August 9, 2010:  Ingrid Ault, Executive Director of Think Local First - How to become a member of Think Local First.

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August 2, 2010: Kathryn Hannan, co-owner of Theracare explains the different types of massage her firm offers in this segment

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July 26, 2010:  Ingrid Ault, Executive Director of Think Local First and Matt Cyrulnik & Jenna McElroy, Owners of Elephant Ears in Kerrytown Market & Shops talk about Elephant Ears, which has recently expanded and moved into half of the space formerly used by V2V.

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July 19, 2010:  Ingrid Ault, Executive Director of Think Local First and James Snider, ArborMotion

Ingrid Ault and James Snider discuss ArborMotion, which is Ann Arbor’s largest independent automotive care facility.  ArborMotion has over 30 years of community involvement, including being a part of Think Local First.  ArborMotion has world class customer service, including complimentary shuttle service to home or office, loaner bikes and cars, vehicle pick-up and delivery, and much more.

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July 12, 2010: Ingrid Ault, Executive Director and Karl and Cara Rosaen, Founders/Owners of Real Time Farms talk about Real Time Farms, a live, local food guide that can help you discover farmers markets and farm stands year.  What’s fresh near you in real time?  Find out below:

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July 5, 2010

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June 28, 2010:

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June 21, 2010:

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June 14, 2010:

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June 7, 2010:

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May 31, 2010:

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May 10, 2010: Nawal Motawi, Motawi Tileworks

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April 26, 2010:  Marie Rust, Market Manager of the Sunday Artisan Market

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April 19, 2010:  Lisa Waud, Owner of Pot and Box

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April 12, 2010:  Natalie Merchant, Ann Arbor Cooks!

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April 5, 2010:  Bill Sizer, General Mgr./Custom Clothier, Renaissance

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