How to Have an Eco-Friendly 4th of JulyBy JHCadmin, July 4, 2010 This 4th of July, why not go "green" with your celebration? Here's how:1. Get crafty.Ask your guests to bring a box of stuff they'd normally throw away. You supply hammers, nails, glue etc. Set everything out on a table and have everyone craft their own wind-chime or garden sign.2. Choose local, organic foods whenever possible. Turn a visit to an organic farm into a party. Don't be shy about asking the farmer for ideas and recipes.3. Focus on no-cost fun, including old-fashioned games.Set up an obstacle course or relay races that you adapt according to participants' ages. More games.4. If you're seriously into eco-friendly, ditch the personal fireworks as they are anything but.Also, it is more environmentally friendly for thousands of people to attend a big display versus setting off your own fireworks.5. Don’t waste food. If you have leftovers, send them with people who will eat them. Put them in containers with lids versus plastic baggies. If you don’t want to send your good leftover dishes, buy disposable that can be washed and re-used.6. Recycle any waste that is left over. Put veggie and fruit scraps in the compost bin. Recycle aluminum cans and anything plastic or glass.7. Walk to your local parade and fireworks instead of using your car. That will make even parking a breeze. Or ride your bikes and get good exercise too.8. Proudly wear a green tee shirt to any gatherings.How about “I’m celebrating with Red, White and Green?”Thanks to CelebrateGreen for a couple of the above ideas.Recent Articles See All Infrared Saunas: Relax at Home from the Inside Out Saunas Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:September 1, 2023 Eight benefits of relaxing in an infrared sauna, plus our favorite saunas by Health Mate: the Enrich, Inspire, and Essential series. Read More Outdoor Lanterns Add Dramatic Elegance: Tempest Torch and Tempest Lantern Tempest Torch Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:August 1, 2023 Gas lamps dramatic elegance to outdoor spaces. Learn about Tempest Torches and Tempest Lanterns. Read More 5 Trends in Luxury Outdoor Furnishings for 2023 Outdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:July 1, 2023 Create a stylish, comfortable, multi-functional outdoor oasis that you’ll love spending time in. Read More Complete Fire Pits by Fire Garden: Big, Bold, Beautiful Flames Fire Pits Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:June 1, 2023 Dreaming of a fully-assembled, weatherproof fire pit that provides cozy warmth year-round? Check out Complete Fire Pits, a new line of fire pits manufactured locally by our friends at Travis Industries. Read More Minimalist, Modern, Danish Patio Furniture by Houe Outdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:May 1, 2023 Rich’s customers love the Danish modern, minimalistic style of Houe furnishings, so we continue to expand our line each year. Check out our selection of dining tables and chairs, cafe tables, chaise lounges, rocking chairs, tray tables, and benches. Read More Adirondack Chairs: Weatherproof and Environmentally Friendly Outdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:April 3, 2023 MADirondack (by Seaside Casual), is a modern take on the Adirondack style. These sleek ergonomic chairs have a seat height of 14" and an arm height of 22". Read More