Tacoma Community Corner

EarthTalk: Pollution, sedentary lifestyles and early puberty

Dear 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...

EarthTalk: Energy-hogging TVs

Dear 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...

The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!

EarthTalk: Finding green friendly consumer products

Dear 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...

Puget Sound Bead Festival

Now in its thirteenth year with over 120 vendors, 125 classes and
expected attendance this year at around 10,000, the PSBF is the largest
national bead show on the west...

Cross Cultural Connection

Take a trip without packing a suitcase. A teenager from China, Spain, Germany, Norway brings a different culture into your home. Your new "son" or "daughter"...

EarthTalk: Greener computer choices

Dear 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.
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EarthTalk: Nontoxic ways to deal with carpenter ants

Dear 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...

EarthTalk: Alternatives to toxic mosquito repellents

Dear 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...

4th Annual Point Defiance Flower And Garden Show

Whether your knees always wear grass stains or your garden gloves still sport tags, the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Show has all the garden information and inspiration you...