What Goes in the Recycle Bin?

We are so proud of our residents who choose to live in our sustainable apartments in Lynnfield!  Green living is so important to us but we’re always striving to do better, so we’re declaring it “Recycling Month” here at Lynnfield.  We love that our green actions provide a cleaner, healthier environment for not only our residents but also the surrounding community.

There are four major materials that can be recycled: aluminum, glass, paper and plastic. If you are unsure if you can recycle something, check out the tables below.

ALUMINUM

PLASTIC

PAPER

GLASS

Keeping a separate recycling bucket is not hard to do, but sometimes figuring out what is supposed to go in it is a little more challenging. Check back later this week for some more recycling tips!

Sources: http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/803396/recycle-chart

http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/airwaste/wm/Recycle/Recywrks/recywrks4.htm

First Annual Ugly Sweater Party at Lynnfield Commons!

A special thank you to all of our fabulous residents who came out to our first annual ugly sweater party last week. It was a great time and we were happy to see all those who made it out! Check out some photos from the event, and be on the lookout for more events coming your way after the holidays. To all of our residents, happy holidays and cheers to another wonderful year at Lynnfield Commons!

Living Smoke Free at Lynnfield Commons!

When you think of eco-friendly apartments, you likely think about physical amenities that help reduce monthly utility costs and tools that contribute to environmental conservation, such as recycling. And as you all know, Lynnfield Commons has a lot of features that make it a great place to live. We wanted to point out one of the most beneficial features Lynnfield Commons has to offer: a 100% smoke-free environment.

While you can likely think of many ways you personally benefit from living in a smoke-free environment, we have put together a short list for you.

• Eliminates the danger of secondhand smoke exposure
• Safer for children and pets
• Give you a healthier heart and lungs
• Reduces the risk of fire related injuries to you and your apartment
• "Greener living" - makes housing more durable, reduces operating costs, and improves air quality
• Less shortness of breath while exercising

We want our residents to be happy and healthy, which is why we continue to strive to keep the Commons eco-friendly. Be on the lookout for other blogs with tops on being green! 

The temperature is going down and the idea of leaving your warm, eco-friendly apartment in Lynnfield is more daunting than ever. For those of you bold enough to travel outside the confines of your luxury apartment, we've compiled a list of winter activities worth leaving the house for!

Traditional Outdoor Fun

-Skiing. Whether you are a pro-skier that doesn't have the time to travel to a more northerly destination, or if you have never ever seen a pair of skis, Ski Bradford located 30 minutes north in Haverhill offers the perfect local fix for skiers of all experience levels. Bradford is a great family mountain with clinics and lessons for both skiers and snowboarders, both young and old. Lift tickets begin at $15 for beginners.

-Ice Skating. If you, or your kids, would prefer to skate, The Stoneham Arena is now open for the season! Located at 101 Montvale Ave. in Stoneham, the Arena offers a variety of programs. Public skating hours are Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Skate rentals are available.

For a more unique skating experience, check out the Market Street Outdoor Skating Rink in Lynnfield, it is open for public skating from 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Skate rentals are available.

-Sledding. If you're feeling even more adventurous, go sledding. Locals tend to bring their tubes and sleds to local golf courses including the Sagamore Golf Course in Lynnfield and Bear Hill Golf Course in Stoneham. Not all courses allow - so check before you sled!

Indoor Fun

-Get fit with hot yoga or rock climbing. Yes, you can do these two activities anytime but the cold weather makes working out and staying healthy that much harder. Why not try something new, fun and warm instead of running outdoors every day? Try the Boston Rock Gym in Woburn or try hot yoga at Centre Yoga in Lynnfield.

For a truly unique exercise/play experience, check out the Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park in Everett. This is not just for kids. Give it a bounce.

-Museums. This might be the easiest and most intellectual way to enjoy a chilly day! We know the museums tend to be a little on the expensive side, so join the Lynnfield Public Library to have access to discounted passes to a variety of museums including the Boston Children's Museum, Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science in Boston.

-Get in the Holiday Spirit. There are tons of local spots to wrap up your holiday shopping, including the Market Street shops in town, but also consider the quick trip to Boston enjoy the magic of the city during the holiday season. Stroll through Faneuil Hall and see the city decorated with lights and trees.

Just because it's cold doesn't mean you have to be bored and miserable! There are plenty of things to do in the North Shore and Boston area to keep you entertained no matter what your preferences are.