Here’s a Do Just One Thing tip worth repeating: Make sure your ceiling fan is circulating in the right direction. When it gets cooler outside, make sure the blades of the fan are running clockwise to help push the warm air down from the ceiling to you. When it’s hot outside, flip the switch so they run counter-clockwise to help push cool air down. If your ceiling fan is also an overhead light, be sure to replace the bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs. And as always, when you’re not in a room, turn the ceiling fan off to save energy.

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Do you think your public library is only good for picking up a few novels or books to read? The library is more than just a bookstore. You can pick up things like free passes to museums, which many libraries have on a first-come, first-served basis. Want to see a constellation on a clear night? You can check out telescopes. Want to try an unusual cake recipe? Borrow cake pans and other baking supplies. Want to unplug and do a fun activity with the family? Most libraries have board games, puzzles and other games you can borrow. Some public libraries even have professional clothing like neckties, briefcases and purses to help people look their best for job interviews.

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Want to save money on organic food at the supermarket? One of the easiest ways is to buy non-brand-name and the store’s private label products instead. Previously known as “generic” food, organic store brands are not only certified organic, they are also often made by the same manufacturers of national name brands! In other words, the cheaper store brand is often the exact same product as the national brand sold at the higher price. When you add the savings from your shopper loyalty card, you save even more.

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