Earth Day is April 22, but you don't need a special day to live a more sustainable and eco-friendly life. Here are easy ways to celebrate Earth Day any day of the year in the comfort of your home, and save money while you help save the planet. Embrace Green Energy If you want to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle, it’s time to start exploring ways to reduce your grid … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Ways to Celebrate Earth Day at Your Home
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Earth Day Events: Free & Virtual Through April 25
Celebrate our planet and learn how to save our planet with these FREE and virtual Earth Day events on Earth Day, April 22 all week, with films, discussions with top scientists and diplomats, special programs for kids, even a Hackathon. Set your calendar for these events and activities, and be sure to RSVP to get the Zoom or other online link before virtual … [Read more...] about Earth Day Events: Free & Virtual Through April 25
NYC Free: Financial Counseling Services
Money Matters: Times are tough for many of us, forced to juggle and stretch our budgets. If you need financial counseling and advice, you can get it FREE from a Certified Financial Planner at the NYPL, by phone or Zoom. Even though New York Public Library locations are closed at this time, except for "grab and go" services, the NYPL continues to offer its free … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Financial Counseling Services
How to Make Property Insurance More Affordable
Insurance is always an absolute necessity, including property-based insurance, to protect your home or apartment, whether you are a renter or owner. Sometimes, it can feel like a waste of money, that you’re spending part of your monthly budget on the small chance something terrible will happen and you’ll have to file a claim. It shouldn’t feel like that, mostly because … [Read more...] about How to Make Property Insurance More Affordable
How to Apply for SNAP Food Stamps
Times continue to be tough for many of us, and your financial situation may now qualify you for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) also known as food stamps. Even if you have been rejected previously, hardship caused by this ongoing Pandemic may make you eligible. SNAP is the largest federal nutrition assistance program, and it's FREE. SNAP … [Read more...] about How to Apply for SNAP Food Stamps
How to Watch the NASA Mars Rover Landing on Feb. 18
Is there life on Mars? We all want know. NASA is inviting us all to watch live today as the agency’s Mars 2020 Perseverance rover nears entry, descent, and landing on the Red Planet. Touchdown is approximately 3:55 p.m. EST Thursday, Feb. 18. Live coverage and landing commentary from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California will begin at 2:15 … [Read more...] about How to Watch the NASA Mars Rover Landing on Feb. 18
Winter Storm Warning: Driving Safety Tips for Snow, Sleet, Ice
More bad weather is barreling towards NYC and the Tri-State area, a good time for a refresher course in driving safety tips for snow, sleet and ice, especially black ice. Simply, it is dangerous even for good drivers in vehicles with anti-lock brakes, traction control and all-season tires, and for the pedestrians and other vehicles you might slip and slide into. Please … [Read more...] about Winter Storm Warning: Driving Safety Tips for Snow, Sleet, Ice
Native American Chefs Share Thanksgiving Recipes
This Thanksgiving, many of us are celebrating in smaller groups, so it's a great time to try something new. The National Museum of the American Indian asked chefs of various Native tribes to contribute recipes, which include an award-winning traditional frybread recipe and a turkey green chili tamale pie that's perfect for leftovers. To the original peoples of this … [Read more...] about Native American Chefs Share Thanksgiving Recipes
How to Find an Efficient & Affordable Moving Company
Moving from your current residence to a new environment is a major and significant life experience. While the thought of a new home is exciting, the moving process itself can be daunting. That is especially true if you have heavy and bulky items to transport, need to travel a considerable distance, or don’t have someone else to rely on. Hiring a relocation expert is one … [Read more...] about How to Find an Efficient & Affordable Moving Company
Early Voting in NYC: What You Need to Know
Early voting begins on Saturday, Oct. 24th in New York City and NY State, to cast your ballot for president and other local races. There are fewer early voting polling places than on Election Day, but don't let that stop you. Click here to confirm your early polling site, along with your regular polling site on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3 Note … [Read more...] about Early Voting in NYC: What You Need to Know