"Green" may very well be the buzzword of the year, but local Greener Milwaukee is proving to be no passing trend.

In addition to proposing "greener" environmental practices, Greener Milwaukee urges residents and businesses to consider sustainable practices focused on Fair Trade business, social justice and organic production.

Acting as a forum for discussion on everything environmental from transportation and food policy to wind energy and biodiesel, Greener Milwaukee invites members to bring community ideas and initiatives along with varied perspectives to the table.

Hosting two events per month, Greener Milwaukee kicks off May's activities this week with a benefit for Growing Power Farms at Café Luna on the riverfront.

Join Greener Milwaukee and members from Growing Power for drinks and networking Thursday night starting at 7 p.m. Then, expand your interest and knowledge with a tour of Growing Power Farm on Saturday from 2-4 p.m.