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Jewelry |
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Stanley Brown Jewelist
This is a great locally owned jewelery store in my Lincoln Square neighborhood. They have a Green List of standards that they adhere to including recycling batteries, cardboard boxes and paper, they also use energy saving compact flourescent light bulbs.
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Music |
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Mark Watson Band
My other gig or passion is music. I manage a great local rock band. They are the Mark Watson Band and I invite you to check out their website to hear their music and find out where to see the band live.
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Big Blast Records
This is my small independent record label. We feature some great local pop rock bands. Check out the site for music downloads and the event calendar.
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Organic Grocery |
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Great Organic Grocery Store
Please check out True Nature Foods for all your organic produce and food needs. They also feature a great selection of vitamins and supplements.
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Dog Shelter |
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Chicago Canine Rescue
This is a no-kill animal shelter in Chicago. They do a great job of finding quality homes for these dogs and cats. I have volunteered at a few of their events and there are some amazing dogs that need a good home.
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Yoga |
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Yoga Now Chicago
Yoga Now is a great local independent yoga studio located at 5852 N. Broadway in Edgewater. Amy Beth Treciokas runs the studio and she is a great instructor and I have really enjoyed her Ashtanga Yoga class. Please check it out if you are interested in Yo
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Green Building |
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Green Tech Group
Ron, Dave and Robin are good friends who have been building with energy efficient and green technologies for the past 30 years. Please contact me and I can put you in touch with them. Great resource for new construction or rehabbing with energy efficient
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Chicago Green Drinks
Green Drinks is a monthly social gathering of green minded people that includes an expert guest panel discussing green issues. It is really a great way to network and learn about what is happening in Chicago.
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city of chicago department of environment
Chicago's Department of Environment which features the Center for Green Technology; they have great educational seminars on various environmental topics. Also the city has some new initiatives regarding residential green building.
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Sentinel Mortgage
My friend Mark Cahan has been doing mortgages in Chicago for the past 12 years. He has access to every loan program and he treats his clients with honesty and respect. Please call him for a free consultation.
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Green Maker Supply
Joe and Ori at Greenmaker Supply are your one-stop shop for all your green building materials and resources.
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Green Architects
Victor and Jill have already designed energy star condos in Chicago.
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green architect
Nate Kipnis is one of the leading green architects in the area.
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soy insulation
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sustainable furniture
Peter Realmuto does great work in sustainalbe furniture design.
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eco-friendly interior design
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energy efficiency |
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my energy loan
Check out this great new loan program called My Energy Loan. You will receive a discounted intrest rate up to .25% and reduced closing costs for buying an energy efficient home or condo or for rehabbing your current home with energy efficient green featur
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Ecobroker
The home of Ecobroker. Explore this site for information on energy efficiency and sustainable design features in the residential real estate market.
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Energy Star
Learn all about the Energy Star Program.
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www.greenerchoices.org
Consumer Reports Magazine's new website is a nice site to check out products such as appliances and automobile's that are green and will help save energy costs and contribute to impoving our environment.
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Gardening |
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National Gardening - Q&A Library
Do you have a gardening question? Gardening experts from around the country have answered over 25,000 questions on just about every imaginable plant and problem, from the basic to the unusual. Chances are, you'll find just what you're looking for!
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National Gardening - The Name Gardeners Trust
Extensive resources for gardeners of all levels, including regional reports, Q&A, articles, how-to projects, gardening with kids, events calendar, message boards, and links to related National Gardening Association products.
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The Whole Herb
The Whole Herb, dedicated to all who are captivated by the world of herbs. Great information on growing and using herbs.
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Home Improvement |
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Home Sweet Home Improvement
Whether you’re planning an addition for a growing family or simply getting new storm windows, finding a competent and reliable contractor is the first step to a successful and satisfying home improvement project. Learn how to find one on the Federal Trade
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Energy Savers: Tips on Saving Energy & Money at Home
Did you know that the average U.S. family spends close to $1300 a year on their home's utility bills? Unfortunately, a large portion of that energy is wasted.
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Home Tips
Free home repair and improvement advice, great tips, and appliance buying guides by leading authority & HGTV personality, Don Vandervort.
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Health and safety |
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FDA - Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
Food and Drug Administration websites offers you the answer to almost all your questions regarding the food and nutrition
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
CPSC is an independent federal regulatory agency that is charged with keeping families safe by reducing the riskof injury or death from consumer products.
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hy Is Your Home a HealtHome for Children?
Discover how healthy is your home! Take time to read this important information and make sure that your home is safe and healthy.
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Family Safety & Health magazine
Family Safety & Health magazine is your source for home, driving and recreational safety information. You'll also find up-to-date health, fitness and nutrition news.
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KidsHealth
KidsHealth is the largest and most visited site on the Web providing doctor-approved health information about children from before birth through adolescence.
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Moving and Relocation |
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Moving with kids
Moving can be as challenging as it is exciting. Sometimes more so. Moving is as hard for kids as it is for adults. They, too, are leaving behind familiar places and important friends.
If you're a parent contemplating a move, this article's for you.
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Moving with pets
If pets are a part of your family, remember that moving, whether down the block or across the country, is just as stressful for them as it is for you. But this stress can be greatly reduced with good planning and the tips that you'll find here on MoversNe
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The Ultimate Guide to Packing
Learn hot to pack anything,from books to hippos...
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The USPS Moving Center
Here you can change your address with the U.S. Postal Service, learn more about connecting of the utilities and the changing of magazine subscriptions, find packing supplies or rent a truck.
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General Links |
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Ruff Haus Pets
This is a great neighborhood pet shop in Lincoln Square. They feature natural dog and cat food and have a groomer on staff. I take my dog there to be groomed and they do a great job.
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