Green Tips for Holidays and Parties

• Reduce – Plan the menu and calculate the amount of food you need to prepare and serve to avoid food waste.
• Buy Local – Purchase local and seasonal foods for your feast.
• Recycle – Make sure that your guests know where your recycling and compost bins are located AND what they can put in them
• Set the table – Avoid using paper plates or plastic cutlery.
• Get crafty – Make upcycled decorations from items you can find in your backyard/ around the house.
• Save gas – Carpool to your dinner.
• Traveling – Don’t forget to turn down the thermostat and turn off the lights!
• Re-use – Need a box for a gift?  Check your recycling bin!  You likely have just the box you need!
• Donate – Find a local food bank or shelter to take edible, unwanted food
• Compost – Compost your food scraps.