Green lifestyle in many forms at Manhattan Beach’s s.a.g.e expo [PHOTOS]

The first-ever s.a.g.e. (sustainable and green environments) expo last weekend drew hundreds of green-conscious businesses, nonprofits, families, artists and residents to the Manhattan Beach National Guard Armory. The free-to-the-public, two-day expo included a speakers’ series, featuring among others author Heidi Butzine on shopping local, sustainable developer Daniel Salzman on building green and Bella Builders’ Vinny Fazzino on how to choose a contractor. Workshops included topics from green gardening to green marketing. Photos and captions .

Luke Garcia Harrison, 7, holds "Luke's Dog," which started as a drawing that Luke created when he was 5. Indy Plush is a company based on environmental friendly materials. Fabrics and fillers are made from recycled materials such as plastic bottles. Photos — Luke Garcia Harrison, 7, holds “Luke’s Dog,” which started as a drawing that Luke created when he was 5. Indy Plush is a company based on environmental friendly materials. Fabrics and fillers are made from recycled materials such as plastic bottles.

De La Luna Designs is a unique approach to art, while being resourceful. Virginia Ayala uses recycled fabrics, belts and key chains to revamp and create new items such as purses, suitcases and accessories.

Julie McLewee, make up artist for Sunrider, preps the models for the fashion show at the sage expo. Sunrider's cosmetics are free from animal testing and their products are organic and mineral oil free. — Julie McLewee, make up artist for Sunrider, preps the models for the fashion show at the sage expo. Sunrider’s cosmetics are free from animal testing and their products are organic and mineral oil free.

Susan Rudnicki informs the crowd on Backwards Beekeepers, which is an all natural, chemical-free method of beekeeping.

Bees that were on display at the Backwards Beekeepers booth. Along with these bees, were samples of their honey for people to try.

p Roots, garden center and florists, had an assortment of succulents, miniature cactus and many other flowers for sell.

Naomi Gardner, owner of Marsatta Fancy Chocolates, gave samples out of premium organic and vegan chocolates. Chocolates are all natural with no artificial flavoring.

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