Tips for an Eco-Friendly Halloween and Día de Muertos

Celebrate Halloween and Día de Muertos while caring for our planet! Here are some simple tips to make your festivities greener:

1. Get Creative with Costumes

  • Swap and share: Exchange costumes with friends or family for a fresh look!
  • DIY fun: use items you already have at home. Check online for ideas on how to create your own accessories or body paint.
  • Rent when possible: consider renting costumes to save money and reduce waste.

2. Decorate Sustainably

  • Reuse and revive: use decorations you already own and get crafty with new ideas! Look online for DIY projects.
  • Shop smart: if you need new items, opt for second-hand finds or support eco-friendly brands.

3. Make the most of your pumpkin

  • Choose local: Pick pumpkins from local farms.
  • Use it all: bake with the pumpkin filling and roast the seeds for a tasty snack. Skip the paint to ensure it can be composted afterward.

4. Choose ethical treats

  • Think sustainable: look for treats that are ethically made. If you’re hosting a party, try making your own snacks!
  • Eco-friendly supplies: use compostable plates and utensils for gatherings.

5. Join ss in recycling

At JFK, we have special containers for recycling and composting. Please help us sort your waste!

Thank you for helping make our Halloween and Día de Muertos celebrations eco-friendly. Have fun!

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Consejos para un Halloween y Día de Muertos Eco-Amigables

¡Celebra Halloween y Día de Muertos mientras cuidas de nuestro planeta! Aquí tienes algunos consejos simples para hacer tus festividades más verdes:

1. Usa tu creatividad

  • Intercambia y comparte: ¡Cambia disfraces con amigos o familiares para un look fresco!
  • Diversión DIY: usa cosas que ya tienes en casa. Busca en línea ideas para crear tus propios accesorios o pintura corporal.
  • Renta cuando sea posible: considera alquilar disfraces para ahorrar dinero y reducir desperdicios.

2. Decora de manera sostenible

  • Reutiliza y revive: usa decoraciones que ya posees y sé creativo con nuevas ideas. Busca proyectos DIY en línea.
  • Compra de manera inteligente: si necesitas artículos nuevos, opta por cosas de segunda mano o apoya marcas eco-amigables.

3. Aprovecha al máximo tu calabaza

  • Elige local: compra calabazas en granjas locales.
  • Úsala toda: cocina con el relleno de la calabaza y tuesta las semillas para un delicioso snack. Evita pintar la calabaza para asegurarte de que pueda ser compostada después.

4. Elige golosinas éticas

  • Piensa sostenible: busca golosinas que sean producidas éticamente. Si organizas una fiesta, ¡intenta hacer tus propios bocadillos!
  • Suministros eco-amigables: usa platos y utensilios compostables para las reuniones.

5. Únete a nosotros en el reciclaje

En JFK, tenemos contenedores especiales para reciclaje y compostaje. ¡Por favor, ayúdanos a clasificar tus desechos!

Gracias por ayudar a que nuestras celebraciones de Halloween y Día de Muertos sean eco-amigables. ¡Diviértete!

Miss Paulina Lezama, en nombre del EcoClub JFK (Sección de Elementary)

 

 


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