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Shopping at small and local businesses is good for the circular economy and a best practice for supporting people and the planet. This is doubly true for businesses owned and operated by diverse leadership, especially those who have been kept from wealth accumulation.
As the air turns brisk and skies cloud over, winter fast approaches and with it, the holiday season. A time to be with loved ones and, depending on your love language, giving and receiving gifts.
A birthday party, a movie night, a Halloween party, game night, a day that ends in “y.” Pizza nights are always in (yes, even if you like pineapples on your pie) and they’re made even better when you use sustainable kitchen products, including your food and kitchenware!
Impress everyone with your culturally relevant and sustainable Halloween costumes this year! From the hottest songs of 2024 to the biggest global sporting event, you don’t need to stress over your costume, because there are no tricks here, just treats.
As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, there’s no better time to celebrate the sweet and sticky wonder of honey. September is National Honey Month, a perfect moment to highlight honey’s diverse benefits and appreciate the importance of honeybees and their contribution to agriculture and biodiversity.
Think of your town and the places you like to shop. Did you think of any small, local businesses? Owned and run by our neighbors, friends, and family, small businesses help color our lives and neighborhood.
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