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Apple’s Recycling Program

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Monday, November 1, 2010

Recycling your iPod, iPhone, and MacBook ResponsiblyOver the last six months, I’ve started seeing old, broken, or outdated iPods, Nanos, Shuffles, Mac laptops, etc. I thought it would be quite awhile before I saw anything like that, but old outdated Apple products are starting to show up and need to be recyc...

Recycling Trophies

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Thursday, September 16, 2010

Mom’s often ask, what do I do with all these trophies and awards my kids get? Up until now, I really didn’t have an answer for them. Well now I do. One mom suggested removing the face plate which contains the accomplishment and name of your child.

How Green Are You?

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Monday, July 26, 2010

As you all know, America has made a huge effort in the last 5-10 years to educate residential homes how to recycle and become greener. There are a lot more places to recycle which are convenient to the average person. I’ve noticed just standing in line at libraries, Walgreens, and office supply stores that they are collected batteri…

Chucking Clutter

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Thursday, March 25, 2010

How to Dispose of Unwanted Items So you’re getting organized. That’s great! You might be wondering- what do I do with all this stuff? That’s a good question. Lots of people ask my the same exact question. The way I see it is that you can approach it in two different ways. There is no wrong way, unless you toss everything in the ga…

Local Auto Shop Recycles for You

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Monday, August 17, 2009

I was in my local Firestone shop today getting new tires. I was way over do for tires and they gentlemen noticed I needed an oil change. My husband and I already knew that because my husband normally changes my oil at home. But to save time and because they gave us a discount, I just told the Firestone guy they could do it. I asked right away if th…

Children’s Books

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Tuesday, July 14, 2009

In order to provide for needy families in DuPage County, SCARCE is looking for donations of unwanted children’s books that are in good condition PLUS your unwanted Dictionaries & Thesauruses. SCARCE drop off hours are Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.…

Latex Paint Recycling

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Monday, July 13, 2009

Recycling paint can be tricky. Never ever leave paint in your garage. It changes the paint’s consistency and prevents the paint from being recyclable. Below is more information where you can recycle your latex paint. If you can’t recycle it, take off the lids and let the paint dry out before throwing it away. To speed up the proces…

Swap Parties- The New Thing

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Monday, June 8, 2009

In the last week I’ve read several newspaper articles and watched segments on the news about Swap parties and groups. As people watch their nickels and dimes because of the slow economy, they are becoming resourceful in finding gently used or new items from their friends and neighbors. How it works: a group of people- moms, friends, or f…

Your Calendar- Your accountability partner

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Tuesday, May 19, 2009

As I was organizing today I thought of a new way to keep on top of organizing and purging your home or office through out the year- use your community recycling and collection dates as your accountability partner! For example: Keep your files updated and the piles on your desk to a minimum by scheduling your local shredding events on…

Shredding Events this Weekend

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Keller Williams Realty Partners has their Shredfest this Saturday Mat 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 700 Bussee Hwy, P.R.  Shredding services are provided at no cost if you either make a donation or bring items to help WINGS provide support to their patrons.  More info:  www.kwhomefinder.comLibert Bank is offering free document shreddi…

Recycling Right On Your Doorstep

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Friday, May 8, 2009

I recently got an email announcing SWANCC will now come to your front door to recycle eletronics and computers. Here are the details: At Home Pick-up Program  You want to do the right thing by recycling your old computer and electronics. The At Home Computer Pick-Up Program provides SWANCC-area residents with a convenient recycling option…

Electronics Recycling

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Saturday, April 25, 2009

Every bit helps! Participate in your local community recycling events!

Shredding Storefront

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Sunday, April 19, 2009

Here’s a great place to drop off papers to be shredded

Ignorance is not bliss-it ruined my garden

Posted by: Amber Kostelny-Cussen on Saturday, April 4, 2009

Disposing of hazardous material properly.