Austin's got a lot of great businesses around town to check out. Whatever kind of local businesses you're looking for, there's something for everyone's shopping needs around Austin. And with the Go Local Austin initiative, here's more of a reason to enjoy your shopping experience in Austin. What's more, with Go Local Austin, you can do more than support... [Read more...]
If you've been looking for more ways to live green around Austin, here's one great way! Shop local at Austin Farmers Markets to support local businesses and get the freshest produce Austin has to offer. Here are some local farmers markets to frequent around Austin. Green Gate Farms: 8310 Canoga Ave. (near Decker Lane/MLK, 8 miles east of downtown Austin)Austin,... [Read more...]
Clean up your place with these green apartment cleaning tips
I know it's not quite spring cleaning time yet, but it may very well be time to clean up your Monterone Canyon Creek apartment. If it's about that time and you're looking to do your part for the environment, we'd like to help you out! Here are a few green apartment cleaning tips to help you clean up your place, the green way. 1. Use Vinegar-Based Products: For... [Read more...]
Improve Your Office with These Green Gadgets
October 4th is "Improve Your Office Day." But, the question becomes what can you do to make your office better? Consider going green. Yes, everyone talks about going green and living green and being green. But, very few people every suggest realistic and practical ways to go about it. So, I am going to give you a gadget list. Yes, the 3 gadgets on this list are... [Read more...]
Mission Impossible:Texas Nature Challenge
This summer go on an adventure with your family. Do you and your family like to go to the park and enjoy nature If so you need to participate in the Mission Impossible: Texas Nature Challenge. The challenge gives you and your family a opportunity to bond, and explore the great outdoors. The Texas Nature Challenge challenges you and your family to visit as... [Read more...]
A Cup of Coffee Could Help the Earth on Friday in Austin
This Friday, buying a cup of coffee, having a taco, or picking up a new novel to read can be a great way to celebrate Earth Day in Austin. It's the Austin Give 5 Campaign. Several Austin businesses are getting together in what's becoming an annual tradition. They'll donate 5% of their earnings on Earth Day to a group of charities, each with a connection... [Read more...]
Although the hot summer is still a month or two away, Austin is already feeling the effects of severe drought. We’re all doing our part to be green these days, but when it hits you where you live, it can be more motivating than ever. So what can you do to drive off this year’s drought? Here are 8 ways you can save the planet, and your local community, a drop... [Read more...]
We’ll See You on March 26… in the dark
In 2007 it was only observed in Sydney, Australia. Since then the event has spread to some 128 countries and territories around the world. And we're hoping Earth Hour 2011 will be the biggest in history. Organizers of Earth Hour are asking individuals and businesses everywhere to shut of non-essential lights and other electrical devices for one hour. This... [Read more...]
Hey Monterone Canyon Creek Residents, did you know that today is America Recycles Day? We encourage recycling here at Monterone Canyon Creek but if you have some old electronics or specialty recycling that you need to have done, today is the day to do it. If you are like me, you never know where to drop of old electronics that need to be recycled. In Austin,... [Read more...]
