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Go Green This Halloween

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. Compost it by cutting it up and putting it on the pile. Put your unwanted Halloween decorations out for reuse by donating them.

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How to Throw a Green Party

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Choose decorations that can be reused or that are made of natural materials and so can be recycled in the garden or compost. If it is a gift-giving occasion, ask for donations to be made to environmental projects that you support. Related posts: Five Great Money Saving Tips. The New “Go Green” Mondays.

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

Can’t believe I live here – a lake near my house Because I’ve lived so many different places, I’ve seen first-hand how good use of available resources can really improve overall community experiences, such as community gardens that utilize city-wide composting programs, to libraries, cycling infrastructure.