Earth Day

One of my favorite times of the year!

A time to give back a time to start fresh and a time to get outdoors.

Yes, it's Earth Day!!

APRIL 22nd mark your calendars and start a family or group tradition.

This is the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day!

Here are some ideas for the entire family:


•Never throw things away unless you use a trash container

•If you see trash on the street, pick it up and throw it away

•Organize a clean up day near your school with classmates

•When you no longer need a toy or clothing, give it away to someone who can use it

•Have a yard sale with your family or friends

•Use cloth napkins instead of paper napkins

•Buy recycled paper products whenever possible

•Use paper instead of plastic

MORE IDEAS:

• Adopt a park or forest preserves where you go to often to pick up trash
• Plant a tree
• Start a community garden
• Support eco-friendly companies
• Ask your company to start being more responsible with their waste of paper

HAVE FUN & HAPPY EARTH DAY!!

If you have an event you want to post on here for Earth Day please feel free to post it.

Earth Day

APRIL 22nd IS EARTH DAY!!!

What a great way to "Give Your Time". Our family loves to go for hikes and I can honestly say there has not been one place that has been garbage free. Where ever you rome you will see trash. A great way to give back to our Earth is to adopt a park, sometimes this task can seem daunting but, the more you go to the park or forest preserve of your choice to pick up the trash that others leave behind the more we can see the difference.


HOW DO I START?

First set aside an hour of your time on April 22nd or any day that you can commit to,

Second see if your family friends and neighbors will want to join you on that day,
passing out flyers or e-vite's is a great way to spread the word about your fun and helpful event.

Third adopt a nearby area that needs trash picked up or an area that needs some sprucing up with flowers (Be sure to contact your local village to make sure plantings are safe for the area or are allowed)

Fourth - get supplies, you will need gloves, shovels, rakes, garbage bags, leaf bags, and plenty of water to keep yourselves hydrated.

This is a great project to do with your children it teaches them why it is important not to litter and also teaches them a great lesson about teamwork and what teamwork can accomplish.

If you would like to learn about more ways you can celebrate Earth Day click here:
EARTH DAY LINK

It Starts With You!!

Happy New Year

Hoping that you all had a wonderful Holiday and a safe New Year.


As 2009 gets started I reflect on how fast 2008 went. It is amazing how much can get accomplished in a year, the goals we achieve, the people we are able to help, and the lessons that we have learned in one year. A lot can be achieved when we all work together.



We have a lot planned already for this year. Here are a few ideas we have come up with and would love to see if any of you are interested in helping us out...

Start a Blanket Drive for Warm Wishes Organization in honor of Valentines Day (Feb 14th) For more information on how to start your own blanket drive go to Warm Wishes Or to contribute to our Plainfield IL Blanket Drive feel free to e-mail me at: Sales@LoveToPromote.com

April 22nd is Earth Day - Here are a few ideas for you and your children to get involved.

For more info go to Earth Day Network

Save Energy by switching your
Inefficient Incandescent Light Bulbs!

Every day is Earth Day. ~Author Unknown





Adopt A Park or Pond With Your Family and Friends



On April 22nd gather everyone you know and choose a local park or pond
grab some garbage bags, rakes, gloves, and help to get that area clean.
You can commit to just this one day or once a month. Teaching your children that we are all responsible for keeping our Earth clean!



These were just a few ideas we had for our family this year. We would love to hear what ideas you have feel free to e-mail us with any events that you want our Blog readers to know about. I hear that SOS Children's Village was a great success we are pleased that so many people were able to help such a worthy cause.

Wishing you all a Happy 2009 keep coming back to our Blog for more Volunteer info!
Leslie Prohaska & Family