Our Mission
Empowering Sustainable Living in Our Community
At The O Zone, we’re more than a store—we’re a resource hub that helps
neighbors make everyday choices that protect our planet for the long haul.
What We Offer
Bulk Refill Store
Cut single-use packaging and save money by refilling household and personal-care essentials.Community Compost CSA
Turn kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil and keep organic waste out of landfills. We’ve partnered with Ray Silverman from Laughing Farms LLC who will now run the service from his farm. Nothing has changed–same drop-off at the O Zone, same pick-up service.Hands-On Workshops
Learn practical skills—from zero-waste cooking to DIY green cleaning—that make sustainable living easy and fun.
Why It Matters
Every purchase, habit, and shared resource shapes the health of our planet.
Collective action amplifies impact—small steps add up when a community moves together.
Partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits create resilient, closed-loop systems right here at home.
Join the Movement
Whether you’re a seasoned environmentalist or simply curious about greener options, The O Zone is here to help you explore, learn, and make a difference.
Take a Look at Who’s Talking About Us
Meet Amelia: Nurse, Garden Educator,
and Sustainability Advocate
About the Owner
From Healthcare to Horticulture
After earning her BSN in Nursing from SUNY Plattsburgh, Amelia discovered her true passion lies in preventative medicine—especially where health and nature intersect. That insight led her to a new path: garden-to-institution education.
Began as a garden educator at Mill Road Elementary School in Red Hook, NY
Focused on connecting students to wellness through hands-on gardening
Founder of Avant-Gardens
Inspiring Home Gardening Since 2015
In 2015, Amelia launched Avant-Gardens, a horticultural design and maintenance business. Her goal? To help others experience the beauty and benefits of creating productive home gardens.
Through Avant-Gardens, she:
Designs spaces that combine beauty and food production
Plants fruit trees supported by soil-enriching green manure crops
Builds compost systems that return nutrients to the earth
Promotes gardening as a way to enhance physical and emotional well-beingFrom Healthcare to Horticulture
A Space for Learning, Growing, and Community
Amelia’s latest venture, The O Zone, is a natural extension of her mission. It serves as a physical home for workshops, services, and sustainable living resources.
Whether you're curious about composting, inspired to start your own garden, or simply want to learn more about earth-friendly living, The O Zone is where her journey—and yours—can grow.