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All CategoriesConnecticut St Patrick's Day Parades and Events for 2010rWe have collected a number of Saint Patrick festivities across the state of Connecticut. They include local Connecticut events and parades that are going on to celebrate St.... Read more...
EarthTalk: Chemicals in scented candlesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I just read an article that said air fresheners contain chemicals that can cause health problems when inhaled. Are scented candles any better? -- Leanne C. ... Read more...A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new South Britain Community Site!Welcome to South Britain's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly... 3 comments Read more...
EarthTalk: Greener computersfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: As an online gamer, I spend a lot of time in front of my computer. What’s the environmental impact? And are “greener” PCs available? -- Bob G. ... Read more...
EarthTalk: Reducing food packaging wastefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Everybody says stop using plastic bags, but what about all the plastic, cellophane, cardboard and other materials used for packaging the food itself? What can we... Read more...
EarthTalk: Environmental festivals and eventsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I've been reading about various green festivals going on around the country and I want to attend some and get up to speed on environmental issues and products.... Read more...
EarthTalk: Earth-friendly chocolatefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I heard a reference to “Earth-friendly chocolate” and was wondering about what goes into chocolate that would raise environmental concerns. -- Ben M. ... Read more...
Sun, Sand and Splash Spell Summer Fun in Connecticut!Nothing says "summer" like spending time by the water. Sure, you could just flop on a towel and leave it at that…but why not make the most of your day in the... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Online green informationfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are some of the best online sources of environmental information? -- Hip2bGreen One of the best places to start in venturing out into... Read more...
EarthTalk: Cell phone towers and cancerfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My uncle worked for over a decade on the top floor of an office building with cell phone towers directly above him. He was recently diagnosed with cancer. Is there... Read more...
EarthTalk: Green mattresses and beddingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that traditional mattresses and bedding can cause environmental and health problems, and if so, what alternatives are out there? -- Jay G. ... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Recycling items other than paper, plastic and glassfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Most of us know how to recycle paper, plastic and glass, but how do we find out about recycling the many other items we use that eventually break or die out, such... Read more..."We're Losing Winter" Reports E - The Environmental Magazinefrom:EarthTalkJanisse Ray, an outdoor recreation enthusiast in Danville, Vermont, got so frustrated when the West River hadn't frozen by last January that she donned a wet suit and floated... Read more...
EarthTalk: Soda cans and global warmingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How much of an effect, if any, does the carbon dioxide in carbonated beverages have on global warming? -- Michael H. A typical 12-ounce can of... Read more...
EarthTalk: New Year's Resolutions for Fighting Global Warmingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My New Year’s Resolution is to reduce my “carbon footprint” to help fight global warming. Do you have suggestions for ways I can make good on my promise? --... Read more...
EarthTalk: Asbestos in vinyl tile floorsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My kitchen floor is vinyl, installed back in 1979. I am told the vinyl contains asbestos. Now it needs replacing. How do I safely remove the vinyl and what are... Read more...
One Child, One Laptop, Endless Possibilities!It’s a simple, yet profound concept: giving two billion kids in developing nations laptop computers – then watching them change the world. The One Laptop... Read more...
EarthTalk: Compact fluorescent light bulbsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Why aren’t compact fluorescent light bulbs taking over more quickly from incandescents, given their substantial energy-saving advantage? And what about recycling... Read more...
EarthTalk: Upgrading to greener furniturefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m in the market for new furniture. What should I look for in natural furniture and where do I find it? -- Debbie Along with... Read more...South Britain, Connecticut holiday events and holiday shopping guide'Tis the season to be jolly - and stressed out, overextended and downright "Grinch-y!" Here are some tips for reclaiming your holiday spirit (not to mention, your... Read more...
EarthTalk: Paving and road-building impactsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: The impacts of all the paving that is done for new roads and parking lots must be considerable. Other than Joni Mitchell’s “They paved paradise and put up a... 1 comment Read more...
EarthTalk: Toxic chemicals in kids' toysfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I have been alarmed at recent news about dangerous substances in kids’ toys shipped to the U.S. from China, though I doubt that such concerns are limited to... Read more...
EarthTalk: Greener cars on the horizonfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: We’ve all seen the current generation of hybrid cars, but what vehicles do the automakers have coming out that are even greener? -- Brian S. ... Read more...
Earth Talk: Glossy magazine coversfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I would think that the glossy paper used by most magazines is bad for the environment, yet most publishers still use it, even the outdoors and environmental... Read more...
EarthTalk: Health questions surrounding the use of plastic bottlesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are the rumors true that refilling and reusing some types of plastic bottles can cause health problems?--Regina Most types of plastic bottles are safe to... Read more...Cub Scouts & Boy Scouts are Collecting Donations for Local Food Banksfrom:Boy Scouts of America Connecticut Yankee CouncilCub Scouts and Boy Scouts from Sleeping Giant District (Southington, Wallingford, Meriden, North Haven and Hamden) are collecting non-perishable food items on Saturday, November... Read more...
EarthTalk: Consider greening your driving habits instead of buying a new hybridfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Short of buying a new hybrid or other "green" car, are there ways I can make my existing vehicle more eco-friendly? I bought my car recently and am not... Read more...
4th Annual 'Home Sweet Home' Gingerbread House Contest to benefit the Visiting Nurse Associationfrom:VNA/SCCJoin members of your community and enter the 4th Annual “Home Sweet Home” Gingerbread House Contest to benefit the Visiting Nurse Association of South Central... Read more...
Earth Talk - Getting large local institutions to recyclefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: The hospital I work at doesn’t recycle at all, not even plastic bottles and cans or food service trays. I was wondering how to get the facility to start up some... Read more...
EarthTalk: Can air fresheners cause health problems?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that some ingredients in common air fresheners can cause health problems?-- Mike Air fresheners are a $1.72 billion industry in the United... Read more...
EarthTalk: Are Kitchen Garbage Disposals Earth-Friendly?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I was surprised to learn recently that some communities have outlawed kitchen-sink garbage disposals, at least in homes. I would have thought these machines were... Read more...New Sports Website for teams and leagues in South BritainSports are meant to be about fun, teamwork, skillbuilding and achievement… NOT endless phone calls, scheduling mix-ups and fundraising hassles. Now AmericanTowns – the online... Read more...French Students Awarded PrizesAt its annual meeting on May 19th, the Alliance Française of Northwestern Connecticut awarded cash and literary prizes to four students who had competed in the annual essay... Read more...Alliance Francaise May ProgramsOn May 5th, the final CAFE-CONVERSATION of the season will be held between 10 a.m. and noon at the Southbury Library 100 Poverty Road Southbury, Connecticut 06488 203-262-0626... Read more...
EarthTalk: Avoiding polluted and endangered fishfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I find out which seafood to avoid if I am concerned about lessening my impact on the environment and avoiding consuming unhealthy pollutants? -- Pat ... Read more...St Patrick's Day parades and events for ConnecticutIt's said that Patrick became Ireland's patron saint by driving the snakes from the Emerald Isle (throwing down the witty challenge, "All snakes wishing to remain in Ireland,... Read more...Your South Britain Real Estate RoadmapIt’s the place where you celebrate family gatherings, sleep late on the weekends and pour most of your money. It’s the place where you live – and the right place has a... 7 comments Read more...Looking for tickets to a hot local event?Standing in line for tickets is a drag! Whether it's a local sports event in the South Britain area, that can’t-miss “reunion” concert halfway across Connecticut, or the... Read more...Great resources for local school information in & around South BritainFinding the right school for your child – then helping them get the most out of their education – produces as much pressure as, oh, say, being asked to host the Oscars ten... Read more...Local Careers and Jobs in the South Britain area - Use the web to find, search or post local jobsPut down the red pencil and the classified section and turbocharge your job search (or quest for the perfect employee) in or around South Britain, Connecticut with our new online... Read more...
EarthTalk: Giving babies nutritious food helps establish positive eating habitsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I want to give my baby fresh, organic food but I don't have the time to make her special meals. What options are out there? -- Marie Babies deserve... Read more...52 Ways to Save the Planet: #9: “Reduce Gasoline Consumption 20% - Improve your mpg rating”A weekly series of common sense ways to reduce wasteful habits, while saving you time, money and…well, self respect. Fact#1: In his 2007 State of the Union address,... 1 comment Read more...
The perennial dilemma: Paper or Plastic?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: OK, once and for all, which is more environmentally friendly: paper or plastic at the grocery checkout? And is it true some communities are starting to ban plastic... Read more...
EarthTalk: Improving the nutritional quality of school cafeteria foodfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can we get schools to offer healthier and more eco-friendly cafeteria food to our kids? I don’t have time to bag a healthy lunch every day. -- Leslie... Read more...In the market for a mortgage?Adjustable rates, interest-only, points, no points, prime rates... all that monetary mumbo-jumbo can be overwhelming for most of us. Whether it’s a remodeling job of the home... Read more...Explore Connecticut: Explore the New England Air MuseumThe New England Air Museum is committed to presenting the story of aviation, the human genius that made it possible and the profound effects that it has had on the way in which we... Read more...Explore Connecticut: Mystic SeaportMystic Seaport -- The Museum of America and the Sea -- is the nation's leading maritime museum. Explore American maritime history firsthand as you climb aboard historic tall... Read more...Explore Connecticut: Nathan Hale HomesteadRevolutionary War hero Nathan Hale whose legendary last words “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country” remain one of American history’s... Read more...Explore Connecticut: The New Britain Museum of American ArtThe New Britain Museum of American Art's founding in 1903 entitles the institution to be designated the first museum of strictly American art in the country. That year, a $20,000... Read more... |
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