Do It Green!
Healthy Environment, Healthy You
Spring into Simplicity

Do you ever wonder (even though you normally hate to pick up a broom) why spring cleaning feels so good? It’s because you are simplifying. Nothing feels better than getting rid of all of the clothes, junk—and dust—that you were holed up with all winter. Make this year’s spring cleaning more eco-friendly with these tips:

• Clean it green. You won’t have to compromise indoor air quality if you use green cleaning products. Eco-friendly brands like Seventh Generation will do the trick, but you can also learn how to make your own at our April 12th workshop, Everyday Toxins—They’re Everywhere!

• Recycle it right. If you find yourself surrounded by possible recyclables, www.greenguardian.org will help you sort through it all. On April 11th and 12th, drop off post-consumer electronics for free at sites around the Twin Cities. For details, go to www.wm.com/WM/sony/index.asp

• Reuse your junk (or at least let somebody else reuse it). If you have a lot to get rid of, make something new out of something old, have a yard sale, organize a clothing swap with friends, donate to charity, or use Craigslist.org. Twin Cities Free Market.org is another good outlet.

• Don’ t relapse. Use the next year to question consumer behavior. Before you buy something new, make sure you don’t foresee it in the give-away pile next spring.

Upcoming Do It Green! Workshop Events:

Everyday Toxins—They’ re Everywhere!
Date and Time: Saturday, April 12th, 10 AM-2 PM
Location: Do It Green! Resource Center inside Twin Cities Green (2405 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls) Katherine Krumwiede shares her experience and knowledge of ‘ everyday toxins’ from laundry detergent to air fresheners, which can contain potentially harmful ingredients. Take home your own non-toxic cleaner.

Movie Night: An Inconvenient Truth Showing and Discussion
Date and Time: Friday, April 18th, 6-9 PM

Location: Do It Green! Resource Center inside Twin Cities Green (2405 Hennepin Ave. S., Mpls) There will be a group discussion following the movie, as well as refreshments provided.

Sign up online, email ami@doitgreen.org or call 612-345-7973 to reserve your spot at the workshops!

Do It Green! Workshops are brought to you by Do It Green! Minnesota publishers of Do It Green! Magazine, now available at your local co-op or bookstore. Visit www.doitgreen.org.

HUGE TEXTILE GARAGE SALE BENEFITING TEXTILE CENTER APRIL 11-12 3000 University Ave. SE Fabrics, yarns, notions, looms, patterns, etc. Preview Sale: 04/11, 6:30-8:30 pm, $25 donation. Big Sale: 04/12, 9 am-3 pm, $1 admission. Bag Sale: 3-4 pm, $1/bag www.textilecentermn.org