Starting with this Fourth of July, consider challenging yourself to a summer of zero waste celebrations. It will take a little planning, but it can be fun and  a great way to form habits that protect creation. Some ideas to get you started:

Paper products

• Invest in re-useable plates, cups, utensils, even metal straws
• Cut up those worn towels and use them as napkins
• Use an old blanket or sheet that can be washed as your tablecloth

Food waste

• Plan your picnic meal carefully to keep leftovers to a minimum
• Invite picnic attendees to bring “to go” containers for any leftovers
• Compost appropriate food prep waste

Decorations

• Use your own vases, or mason jars and fill with flowers from your garden or farmers’ market
• Fill clear jars with red, white and blue candies

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Creation Care Team contact: Marie Myer