Earth day isn’t the only national holiday devoted to beautifying our beloved planet. This September 24 marks the 7th annual National Public Lands Day, a day devoted to maintaining our national parks and other public spaces.  Last year, over 170,000 people volunteered in 2,000 locations across America, and this year the turnout is expected to be even greater! Even... [Read more...]

After a successful Fort Lauderdale centennial birthday, it's time to look ahead toward another big day of celebration for a much older host. Earth Day is April 22, but you can give the planet an early surprise during People and Planet Day on Saturday, April 2. This eco-gathering of green-seekers invites you to start Earth Month with as many helpful information about... [Read more...]

Recycling isn't always easy around your apartment, but there are ways to lessen the amount of waste you acquire and throw away at Serramar. Most people think going green means you have to go out of your way and change your entire lifestyle. But once you get into a green groove, you'll find that more sustainable practices are actually easier, money-saving,... [Read more...]

When searcing for the perfect apartment, many people have that ONE expectation that will make or break their community choice. For many it's the safely of a gated community. Others won't even give a second glance if the apartment home can't hold their expanding wardrobe with a walk-in closet. For me, the ONLY thing I could not live without would be a washer... [Read more...]

This Saturday, June 26 Hands Across the Sands will be at it again! In hopes to stop dependence on fossil fuels, this organization is once again joining hands across the nation's beaches, parks and cities to stop the dangers of offshore oil drilling. Hands Across the Sands was founded back in October of 2009. Dan Rauschkolb the founder organized a statewide event... [Read more...]

There are BYOB incentives at retail store chains that are 'going green'. Whole Foods, Kroger, Trader Joes, Albertson's and Safeway are now encouraging customers to 'bring their own bags' with cash incentives in mind for their customers who do. CVS Pharmacy customers will receive a $1 rebate every fourth time they use a non-disposable bag. Another big chain,... [Read more...]

I know just about everyone has a Yellow Pages lying around their house somewhere.  Have you actually used it in the past two years? I know I haven't used the physical book in years, it's just collecting dust in my hall closet.  Whenever I need a number or something of that nature I'll go online and use yellowpages.com. The problem that I'm actually having is... [Read more...]

Just because the recycling center does not have a category for an item does not mean you can't recycle certain products. Here are a list of common things and ways you can recycle them. Crayons: Send them to the National Crayon Recycle Program (crazycrayons.com, which melts down crayons and reforms them into new ones. Leave the wrappers on: "When you have black,... [Read more...]

No longer do people have the luxury of living in homes with a large garden. Many people now live in apartments and condos, but this does not mean that they cannot grow their own vegetables. Surprised? Well, you should not be. Here are a few ideas to get you started successfully on vegetable garden growing for apartment living. The answer to growing vegetables... [Read more...]

HowStuffWorks.com has an entire pets section, did you know? Including ways on how to be green while cleaning up for your pet. This idea is great, because it lets you keep being eco-friendly while also giving you tips on how to handle accidents. Lemons and vinegar are safe for use around pets, just as they're safe for use around children. I just got sucked into... [Read more...]

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