One of the joys of being in the shop six days a week (we’re open every day but Monday) is meeting folks… Ones who’ve lived here all their lives or for many years.  And those who’ve just made it into … More →

For those of you who missed the numerous e-Waste recycling events that were held in April/Earth Month…  There’s another one in May! A perfect time to Spring clean & finally get rid of all that electronic waste that’s been cluttering … More →

At Green in BKLYN, we collect & recycle clean #5 plastics & batteries (5 cents/battery for shipping). In addition, our blogs include lots of recycling info (just type “recycle” or “recycling” in our Search area for all kinds of info). … More →

Recently I received an email from Sarah, at myearthhour.org.  She reminded me that Earth Hour was on March 27th this year.  And asked me to remind Green in BKLYN’s customers & blog readers. What is Earth Hour & when is … More →

Reprinted from LOHAS, the following information by Patty James includes small suggestions for big change…  Fifty-two simple ways to be healthier… One a week?  Sounds doable…  Here’s to our health – salud, y’all! According to an annual survey, over 100 … More →

Why make this Valentine’s Day an eco-friendly one?  Show your sweetheart how much they – & the earth – mean to you with these suggestions from Pangea Organics… 1.  Make Your Own Card. Valentine’s Day ranks right up there with … More →

This is an old (one month old) Green Tips blog that a friend asked us to publish on the blog… So here it is.  Just in case you’re missing the holiday season already or missed these great products… Happy holidays … More →

Every once in a while one of our interns writes a blog for us.  Often something near & dear to their hearts.  Always something green. Today our intern, Cristina, shares some thoughts on the holiday season… The holiday season makes … More →

A few weeks ago, Joshua Onysk (the president & founder of Pangea Organics), came to Green in BKLYN to talk about Pangea’s amazing facial & body products, as well as beauty products in general… It got me thinking about the … More →

Last week author Jennifer Kaplan was at Green in BKLYN with her newly released book, Greening Your Small Business: How to Improve Your Bottom Line, Grow Your Brand, Satisfy Your Customers – and Save the Planet. With organic wine from … More →