Archives for November 2013 | Papillion Sanitation

Recycling in the winter

11/25/13

Winter can be a busy time of year, especially with the holidays fast approaching. With plenty to do around the house and the colder temperatures enticing you to stay snuggled up near a cozy fire, it can be difficult to stay motivated about normal household routines such as recycling. The holidays should be a time to gather together with a…

Repurpose and upcycle items | Papillion Sanitation

11/11/13

Upcycling is a popular trend that seems to be taking the online world by storm. Whether you are browsing Facebook, searching Pinterest, or keeping up with your favorite blogs, upcycling seems to be making appearances everywhere! Upcycling is essentially the art of repurposing items that are either old, worn out, or no longer used and turning them into something with…

Green Halloween | Halloween recycling

11/01/13

Stay Green during Halloween Like many of our holidays, Halloween can be a costly and wasteful occasion. Don’t get caught up in all of the hype and take all the eco-friendly opportunities out of it! Here are some tips to make sure you don’t scare Mother Nature this Halloween Halloween Decorations Halloween decorations can be natural with gourds, pumpkins, and…

prevent animals in trash | garbage scavengers

11/01/13

Have you ever put your garbage out to the curb the night before pick-up, safe and sound in the trash bin, and found the next morning garbage strewn all over the yard and sidewalk? You are not alone, as wild animals (and even some brave domestic creatures) are lured in by those wonderful smells coming from your trash bin. What…