Sep 10, 2026
Eating Local Produce Has Multiple Benefits
Fresh #summer #produce doesn’t have to travel long distances, making it a sustainable food source. Buying locally grown foods support nearby farms and the economy, generating more spending and more jobs. Lower shipping costs cuts carbon emissions — a general boon for the environment. And that summer produce is picked at peak freshness, not ripened […]
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Sep 9, 2026
How to Save Summer Produce for Months
If you’re anything like The Organizing Blog staff, you want fresh #summer #produce to last all year long. There are basically three ways to ensure that: Canning is good for pickled vegetables, sauces/salsas, and jams and jellies. Drying is good for herbs, hot peppers, and many berries and fruits. Freezing is great for berries, cut […]
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Sep 8, 2026
Last Chance for Fresh Summer Produce
#Healthy #eating is easier during the #summer. #Produce that’s in season has fewer additives, is easier on the environment and is just plain better-tasting than the stuff that was sitting in a warehouse and shipped to the local megamarket. Whether you #grow it yourself or buy it at the #farmers market, there’s limited time to […]
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Aug 28, 2026
How to Make an Adult Birthday Memorable
To make an #adult #birthday party truly memorable, go beyond the basic #party or dinner and drinks and instead arrange an experience that gives “you a story to tell instead of another dinner receipt,” says The Rustic Brush. “A nice meal is never a bad choice, but the problem is that it often blends into […]
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Aug 27, 2026
Keep Costs in Check on Kids’ Birthday Parties
To #save on the cost of kids’ #birthday parties, stock up early. Check #thrift stores, dollar stores, clearance bins and websites for deals on the things you know you’ll need, buy them and set them aside for the big day. Use an e-vite instead of paper invitations and get creative by decorating balloons or making […]
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