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From beds made out of recycled cardboard to podiums made of donated plastic, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics are aiming to be the greenest games yet. The organisers of the Olympics are aiming to create a "minimal impact Games", through a series of steps outlined in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games Sustainability Plan. The majority of venues that will host events already existed with several reused from the Tokyo 1964 Olympics and podiums and medals have been made from recycled materials. The sustainability plan claims the games are aiming to move "towards zero carbon" by "focusing on maximum energy savings and use...

Over the past several years, subscription services and curated gift boxes have become more and more popular—and we aren’t exactly surprised! We can’t think of anything more fun than receiving a new box of goodies every month, and when they are all locally made, it’s even better.    Today, we’re talking about Oregon-based subscription and gift box services! Whether you’re looking for something to engage your family this summer, want to find new ideas for local gifts, or are trying to support more local businesses—these boxes are sure to do the trick.    Bubbles & Joy  Photo Courtesy of Bubbles & Joy ...

Here are today’s deals on toys and fun kids’ stuff (7/22): Get this Learning Resources Tock the Learning Clock for $9.67! Grab this Goliath Giggle Wiggle Game for $7.77! Get this Play-Doh Super Stretch & HydroGlitz Slime Set for $9.74 (BEST price!) Get this Sick Science! Slick Tricks Set for $5.36 (BEST price!) Get this 4-in-1 Wooden Blocks Puzzle Board for $9.99 (BEST price!) when you enter promo code 82GUL7EY at checkout. Here are some that are still available as of the time of this post going live: Kinetic Sand Scents Ice Cream Treats Play Set — $11.99 (BEST price!) Smartivity...

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I received this box for review GlobeIn‘s August 2021 box has arrived. The theme for my box is “World Kitchen”, Premium Boxes are $40.00 month to month and filled with 4 or more handmade items from all over the world.   I love the quality of the items in my GlobeIn boxes.  You also find out about where each piece comes from and who made it. Get 50% Off 3 Month or Longer Artisan Subscription Box! Use Code ‘TRYUS50‘ and Save at GlobeIn! The box shipped in a large box. First Look. Boxes typically come...

Embarking on a long road trip with little ones can make even the most seasoned parents nervous. But having fun and keeping everyone entertained (without plugging in) is easier than you think. Here are 22 boredom-busting activities to ensure backseat moaning and groaning is kept at bay. Screen-free fun for the win!   photo: iStock 1. Plan it out. Before hitting the road, catalog the kitschy, the weird, the wonderful sights to see along the route. World’s largest ball of twine, anyone? Wall Drug pit stop? You bet! Then, make sure to stop and gawk a while so the kids...