Got Turkey Grease?
Pouring the grease down the drain clogs the pipes of many homes along with causing wastewater blockages and overflows in municipalities. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality reminds us that there are environmentally conscious alternatives to disposal that not only protect our wastewater but can also help clean the air by converting it to clean-burning biodiesel fuel. The Town of Gilbert and Az Biodiesel group are partnering to collect the grease through Monday, December 7, 2009 at eight Gilbert fire stations located at the following addresses: 215 N. Cooper Road, 2730 E. Williams Field Road, 2855 E. Guadalupe Road, 1011 E. Guadalupe Road, 909 E. Ray Road, 3630 E. Germann Roa

Thanksgiving Day in Phoenix
Thanksgiving is one of those quiet days. Most of us have the day off from work, we eat too much, and we watch football or a movie on TV. I hope it is a day when you can relax and enjoy some quiet time with family and/or friends. On Thanksgiving Day in Phoenix Holiday Recipes Make a Reservation Go Shopping Do Something Else

Four Free Things To Do In and Around Phoenix - November 2009
I had a difficult time finding free events this week that were not about Thanksgiving or Christmas! Of course, there are many free activities and festivals surrounding the opening of the holiday season, but I was even able to find a few things you can do if you aren't interested in decking the halls right now. You can go to a street festival, see chocolate, get some history and visit the State Capitol. Read more...

Cut a Tree, Plant a Tree?
As a follow-up to the question that I received about living Christmas trees in Phoenix, for many people purchasing a living tree and then planting it might be too complicated. I have also been asked about the possibility of purchasing a cut tree, taking a cutting and planting it. Well, that makes sense if you want to feel that you have given back to nature by replacing the tree that was cut. I consulted a tree expert on the matter. Here's what Steve Nix, the About.com Guide to Forestry had to say:

Living Christmas Trees
I received an email today from Laura. I'm wondering if you know of any place in Maricopa County or surrounding areas for that matter that you could buy a tree but then plant one. I can't seem to find any place like that. It's very important that we replant a tree. Please advise. Good question, Laura! Even though it takes some more effort to care for a living Christmas tree, I'll bet that more people this year are thinking along the same lines. I made a few calls and discovered that