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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in MaineCutting your own Christmas tree is a fun holiday activity. You can find Christmas trees at Maine tree farms from our list below. But make sure you do it right so you don't... Read more...Richmond Holiday Shopping Guide - Black Friday deals and Richmond Malls and Outlets
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Find Maine Corn Mazes - Get lost in a Maine haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Maine corn maze and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Fairfield organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Fairfield is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works:... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around RichmondGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Richmond areaWhat’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Maine’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that last... 4 comments Read more...Refinance Your Mortgage Locally, as Mortgage Rates Drop to 5% LevelWith recent Fed action, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages have fallen across the country to 5% and, for the best credits, even lower. There is Still Time to Host a Fresh Air Child!Summer vacation, that special time of year for all children, is not far away and you still have the chance to make it memorable for a child from New York City! Thanks to the many... Read more...Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Richmond areaThey're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due... Read more...Giving To Richmond Non-Profits: It Does Good…And It Feels Good
Make a difference in Richmond! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunityYou want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Richmond area and around the... Read more...The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetooths, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more important to our sanity.Slowing... 1 comment Read more...Browse This Week's Classified Ads For RichmondThey're short, potent and can help you move everything from a used treadmill to a 6 bedroom house. Check out our terrific resources for classified ads in and around Richmond,... Read more...Don’t let dining out in the Richmond area do you in!Going out to eat in Richmond and the surrounding area is one of life’s great pleasures. But too often, all those goodies on the menu can leave your waistline feeling a... 3 comments Read more...EarthTalk: Harvesting rainwater for household usefrom:EarthTalk
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Share the season in pictures with the Fairfield CommunityFrom the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to share. And folks in Fairfield... Read more...EarthTalk: Toxic hair salonsfrom:EarthTalk
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Winning the Real Estate Game in Fairfield in a Tough MarketIt's pretty much accepted fact that a Connecticut home is one of the best investments you can make; but like many things in life, timing is everything. EarthTalk: Cigarette litterfrom:EarthTalk
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EarthTalk: Global warming skepticsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I keep meeting people who say that human-induced global warming is only theory, that just as many scientists doubt it as believe it. Can you settle the score? --... Read more...EarthTalk: Living near a gas stationfrom:EarthTalk
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EarthTalk: Is #5 plastic, used for some food containers, safe?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: It seems like more products are being packaged in #5 rather than #2 plastic today, and my local recycling agency won’t take #5. I’ve also heard that #5... Read more...EarthTalk: Technological climate change fixesfrom:EarthTalk
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EarthTalk: Which parts of the U.S. will be hardest hit by global warming?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Which parts of the United States are or will be hardest hit by global warming? -- A.P. EarthTalk: Reducing home heating energy usefrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: This winter is shaping up to be one of the coldest in recent memory where I live. What can I do to reduce my home heating bill now and in the future? --... Read more...EarthTalk: The "green cities" movementfrom:EarthTalk
EarthTalk: Synthetic chemicals in baby bottlesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that some baby bottles contain chemicals that can cause health problems for babies? If so, how can I find alternatives that are safer? -- A.G. EarthTalk: Desalinization of ocean water for drinkingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: With all the talk of desalinization of ocean water for drinking, what do we know about the impacts this might have on climate, ocean salinity and other natural... Read more...EarthTalk: Fireplace Dangersfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: It is starting to get colder and I’m eager to try out the fireplace in our new home, but we don't want to create health or environmental problems. Are there... Read more...EarthTalk: Which is greener: dryer sheets or liquid fabric softener?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Which is better for our environment: to use dryer sheets in the dryer or liquid fabric softener in the wash? It seems they both have properties that are not very... 1 comment Read more...EarthTalk: Rooftop solar panels for home energy and hot waterfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I am considering solar panels for my roof to provide heat for my hot water and possibly to do more than that. Are there some kinds of solar panels that are better... Read more...Blades of glory! Find ice skating rinks in and around Richmond, MaineFeel like the cold weather has you stuck in your house? Ice Looking to hit the ski slopes in Maine this winter?
EarthTalk: Starting a School Environmental Clubfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m thinking about starting an environmental club in my middle school. Can you give me some ideas about how to start? Can you connect me with other... Read more...EarthTalk: What's more green-friendly: flying or driving?from:EarthTalk
EarthTalk: Green-friendly holiday gift ideas and sourcesDear EarthTalk: Can you recommend some sources for toys and other holiday gifts that are both safe and not harmful to the environment? -- T.G. 10 ways to combat the red, white and post-election blues
EarthTalk: Eco-Psychologyfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I caught the tail end of a discussion about “ecopsychology” recently on the radio, something about the negative impacts of people not communing with nature... Read more...EarthTalk: Where do lead-tainted toys that have been recalled end up?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There has been a lot of news about lead-tainted children’s toys being recalled. Where are these toys ending up and are they creating pollution problems there? --... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Richmond Election Information and Polling Places
EarthTalk: Will the LED light bulb dethrone the compact fluorescent?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the story with LED light bulbs that are reputed to be even more energy-efficient than compact fluorescents? -- T.E. EarthTalk: Natural headache remediesfrom:EarthTalk
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Back to School for Richmond - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Richmond! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...EarthTalk: Does inflating car tires with nitrogen help the environment?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is using nitrogen to inflate my car’s tires really better for the environment than using air? And if so, how? -- R.M. EarthTalk: Non-dairy milksfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There seems to be a large selection of soy and other non-dairy milks out there today, even right in the dairy sections of major supermarkets. Why should I opt for... Read more...EarthTalk: Lowering your carbon footprintfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I measure—and then improve—my overall “carbon footprint?” What are the major areas of one’s daily life that one measures? -- A.F. EarthTalk: Toxic household cleanersfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve read that household cleaners contain cancer-causing toxic ingredients. What should I do, then, to keep my house clean but also safe for my kids? --... 1 comment Read more...EarthTalk: Aerosol spraysfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the deal nowadays with aerosol spray cans? I thought that the ozone-depleting chemicals used in them were eliminated back in the 1970s. Is this true? If... Read more...Don’t let fuel costs around Richmond drive you crazyLately, going to the gas station to fill up requires a stop beforehand to either take out a second mortgage…or sign over your firstborn (check here for updated gas prices in... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Maine MELocal Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Augusta and Kennebec County area. Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Maine MEApple Picking Resource Guide - go Apple picking in Augusta, Maine! EarthTalk: The scoop on recycling container lids, tops and capsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Everyone knows we should recycle metal, glass and plastic cans and bottles, but what about all the lids, tops and caps? I see people recycling plastic... Read more...EarthTalk: Do those energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs cause headaches?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Can those energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs that are popular now cause headaches because of the flickering they do? I converted my whole house over... Read more...EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my oil?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my car’s oil? Conventional wisdom has always put it at every 3,000 miles to prevent engine wear, but isn’t changing oil... Read more...EarthTalk: Concerns about plastic: Is Tupperware safe?from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve read that plastic bottles are not always safe to reuse over and over as harmful chemicals can leach out into the contents. I’m wondering if the same... 1 comment Read more...EarthTalk: Our next president's environmental agendafrom:EarthTalk
EarthTalk: Pollution, sedentary lifestyles and early pubertyfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I heard that children are reaching puberty at earlier ages now and that it may have to do with environmental toxins and even their TV viewing habits. Can you... Read more...EarthTalk: Energy-hogging TVsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I need to replace my old TV. Can you tell me which of the latest models is the greenest? I was told that the flat-screen/plasmas are real energy hogs. What do you... Read more...EarthTalk: Finding green friendly consumer productsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are the best sources out there for environmentally friendly consumer products? I don’t want to have to drive all over creation for green laundry and other... 2 comments Read more...Maine 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events
EarthTalk: Greener computer choicesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My old computer finally bit the dust and I am in the market for a replacement. Are there any particularly “green” computers for sale these days? --Brian S. EarthTalk: Nontoxic ways to deal with carpenter antsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: In renovating a cabin, I discovered carpenter ants working their way through the walls. Is there any way to responsibly get rid of the pests without using noxious... Read more...EarthTalk: Alternatives to toxic mosquito repellentsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is it true that the DEET used in most mosquito repellents is toxic? If so what problems does it cause? And what are some non-toxic alternatives for keeping... Read more...EarthTalk: Sunscreen cautionsfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are sunscreens safe? Which ones do you recommend that will protect my skin from the sun and not cause other issues? -- B.E., New York, NY EarthTalk: Wetlands lossfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What is the status of wetlands in North America? Years ago I remember that wetlands loss, due to development and sprawl, was accelerating fast, but I haven’t... Read more...A Day to Remember in Richmond
EarthTalk: Healthy fast food on the roadfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I really want to eat healthy and organic but am constantly traveling and on the go. How can I eat fast food without having to always end up at McDonalds and Burger... 1 comment Read more...EarthTalk: Green-friendly outdoor clothingfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m planning a summer backpacking trip and was hoping to buy some of the latest green-friendly outdoor clothing. Where the best options out there today that wear... 1 comment Read more...Two wheels are better than four!Whether it’s a gutsy mountain bike, a sleek racer or your trusty Schwinn with the playing cards in the spokes, time to get out and see the world on two wheels.May is... 1 comment Read more...EarthTalk: Wind power's progressfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How is wind power faring in the U.S. now? Is more of it coming on line and becoming a larger percent of the grid? And what about some of the highly publicized... Read more...JuneFit Tip: Stretching is for Everyday!from:JuneFit - Health and Fitness TipsMy motto is, "Stretching is for Everyday", and I do practice what I preach. Research has indicated that regular stretching may be more effective in preventing injuries... 2 comments Read more...EarthTalk: Air travel's carbon footprintfrom:EarthTalk
EarthTalk: Green Kids' Shoesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve found environmentally friendly shoes for myself, but have had trouble finding similar shoes for my kids. Are they out there? -- Dawn M. EarthTalk: Energy drinksfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There are so many energy drinks on the market, but they all seem very high in sugar, coloring and preservatives. Are there any natural versions that offer a... Read more...EarthTalk: Recycling old clothesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How or where can I recycle clothes that are too old or worn out for Goodwill?-- Tim EarthTalk: Safety issues with gel hand sanitizersfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: My pediatrician swears by those gel hand sanitizers for lowering the risk of my family getting sick during cold and flu season. But I’ve also heard that these... 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. A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Richmond Community Site!Welcome to Richmond's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly organized... 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. 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. Sun, Sand and Splash Spell Summer Fun in Maine!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 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. 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. 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. 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 Richmond, Maine holiday events and holiday shopping guide
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...Maine Thanksgiving 2008 - Turkey Day Events, Maine Food BanksIt's the ideal time to "give back" to others in the Maine community and help make some happy Thanksgiving wishes come true. Consider donating extra food to a local Maine food bank... 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. Earth Talk: Glossy magazine coversfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I would think that the glossy paper used by most magazines Veterans Day originally began as a way to honor the soldiers of World War I. Although the war officially ended in June of 1919 (with the EarthTalk: Health questions surrounding the use of plastic bottlesfrom:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Are the rumors true that refilling and reusing some types 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...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 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...Halloween happenings in and around Augusta and Kennebec county
New Sports Website for teams and leagues in RichmondSports is 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...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 Your Richmond Real Estate RoadmapIt’s the place where you celebrate family gatherings, sleep late on the weekends and pour most of your money into. It’s the place where you live – and the right place has... 6 comments Read more...Looking for tickets to a hot local event?Standing in line for tickets is a drag! Whether its a local sports event in the Richmond area, that can’t-miss “reunion” concert halfway across Maine or the latest kids’... Read more...Great resources for local school information in & around RichmondFinding 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 Richmond area - Use the web to find, search or post local jobsPut down that red pencil and classified section and turbocharge your job search (or for that matter, your quest for the perfect employee) for a job in & around Richmond,... 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 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. 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 Maine: Maine Maritime MuseumFounded in 1962, Maine Maritime Museum collects, preserves and interprets materials relating to the maritime history of Maine. Explore Maine: Children's Museum of MaineThe Children's Museum of Maine is much more than a place for kids to play; it's a place where exploration and learning go hand-in-hand. Our interactive exhibits span four floors,... Read more...Explore Maine: Boothbay Region Historical SocietyThe Boothbay Region Historical Society is located at the 1874 Elizabeth F. Reed house (sketched above by Alden Stickney) and its grounds, Fullerton Park. Many of the furnishings... Read more...It's Easy Being Green! 10 Tips to Make Every Day Earth Day
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HAPPY “PESACH”!Passover (sometimes called “pesach”) is the oldest Jewish A Taxing Time of YearDespite the flowers, the birds and the nice weather, April can indeed be the cruelest month – because of tax time! The roots of “internal revenue” go back to the Civil War,... Read more...Daylight Savings Time: Gain an hour of sleep in RichmondTime to “fall back” as Daylight Saving Time ends on the first weekend in November (in 2007, that means Sunday, Nov. 4). Setting our clocks back one hour to standard time... Read more...Turkey and trimmings and football, oh my! Thanksgiving Day info for Maine
October is Adopt A Shelter Pet MonthWhat has four paws, a cold nose and a warm heart? An animal companion, that’s what! If you’ve been thinking about getting a pet, consider bypassing the expensive... Read more...Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.January 21 is the official day to commemorate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. [Jan. 15, 1929-April 4, 1968].Dr. King was born in Atlanta into a family... Read more...Find Polling Place Locations in Richmond, MEUpdated 2008 voter information can be found here: America Recycles DayIn 2007, November 15 has been designated as America Recycles Day. Sure, sorting all those pieces of junk mail and cat food cans isn’t sexy, but consider the positive impact... Read more...Veterans Day history and parades for Maine
Make Your Spirits Bright This Christmas!'Tis the season to be Back-to-School TipsTime to pack up the sand pails and load up the backpack! Heading back to school can be exciting, scary, fun – but it doesn’t have to be hard. We’ve gathered some great tips... Read more...Hail to the Chiefs
Hey, Cupid! Over Here!Valentine's Day is the most romantic day of the year. That’s a lot of pressure for most of us romantically-challenged types. Whether you’re paired off or single,... 1 comment Read more...Get a Grip on Your Gigabytes! National Clean Out Your Computer Day is Feb 12It may not look as cluttered as your closet…it may not seem as out of control as those file cabinets in your basement. But most of us have computers that are stuffed with... Read more...Are You Ready for Some Football?There are the Oscars, the Grammys...and then, there’s the Super Bowl! One of THE most-watched TV events of the year, it’s a great excuse for even non-football lovers to get... Read more... |
