WEEK OF DECEMBER 14, 2015
Holiday Safety Tips:
Happy Holidays!
Holiday safety is an issue that burns brightest from late November to mid-January, the time when families gather, parties are scheduled and travel spikes. By taking some basic precautions, you can ensure your whole family remains safe and injury-free throughout the season. Please follow these precautions:
Inspect electrical decorations for damage before use.
Do not overheat electrical outlets.
Never connect more than three strings of incandescent lights.
Keep tree fresh by watering daily.
Use battery-operated candles.
Keep combustibles at least three feet from heat sources.
Protect cords from damage.
Check decorations for certification label.
Stay in the kitchen when something is cooking.
Turn off, unplug, and extinguish all decorations when going to sleep or leaving the house.
Energy-Efficient Holiday Decorating Tips:
Happy Holidays!
With holidays almost upon us and home decorating to do, costs and energy savings should be on the brain. So as you put the finishing touches on that giant lighting display, be sure to read these energy-efficient holiday decorating tips below:
Buy LED Lights: In addition to using 70% less energy than traditional bulbs, they're brighter, eco-friendly, and are safer, as they are much cooler than incandescent lights. In addition, they are easier to install—up to 24 strings of LEDs can be connected end-to-end without overloading a wall socket. They last ten times longer, have no filaments or glass to break, and costs are similar to the age-old standard.
Limit Hourly Usage: Set timers for lights to automatically turn on when it gets dark and off in the middle of the night, depending on your preferences. You can save a bundle keeping light displays on only 8 hours of the evening (when you can see them). If you are still using traditional incandescent bulbs, this tip is even more important to cut down on energy costs.
Creative & Reflective Decorating: Not everything is about strands of lights. Reflective ornaments and tinsel are just as bright at night, so getting creative with your lighting display can multiply your resources for shine. You could even mirror your next door neighbors' frighteningly costly display with a string of silver bells on your railing. Don't forget the ribbons, wreaths, garland, and reflective menorahs, for electricity- free age-old traditions still bring holiday cheer.
To find out how many Christmas ornaments or lights strings you need for your tree, click HERE! [http://www.santasquarters.com/christmas-decoration-toolset/#ChristmasLightEnergyCalculators]
Fight The Bite:
Stay Protected Against West Nile Virus!
In the recent months, Dallas County Health and Human Services has had several mosquito trap in Lancaster that have tested positive for West Nile Virus. The City of Lancaster has coordinated with Dallas County Health and Human Services to conduct ground spraying for the reported areas.
City of Lancaster residents are provided free mosquito dunks at 700 E. Main Street and 211 N. Henry Street while supplies last. This product assists in mosquito control by killing mosquito larvae when applied to water sources. For more information about ground spraying, please call the City of Lancaster, Public Works Department at 972-275-1752 or visit www.lancaster-tx.com/FightTheBite [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/FightTheBite] .
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, December 14th
Council Meeting
@ 7:00PM
LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Tuesday, December 14th
Toddler Time
@ 10:30 AM
For children up to 4 years, enjoy stories, songs, crafts and family fun!
Wednesday, December 15th
Family Story Time
@ 4:00 PM
Children ages 5 to 8 are welcome to join us for this interactive story time complete with crafts, songs, and dancing!
Power Point basics
@10:30 AM
Learn how to create effective and fun slides for your next presentation!
Thursday, December 16th
Adult Anime
@ 6:30 PM
An Anime movie or series will be shown. 18 years and older.
Friday, December 17th
@10:30 AM
Power Point Basics
Learn how to create effective and fun slides for your next presentation!
Saturday, December 18th
Family Story Time
@1:00 PM
Children ages 5 to 8 are welcome to join us for this interactive story time complete with crafts, songs, and dancing.
Did you know that Lancaster has implemented mandatory watering restrictions to two days a week? Specific assigned watering days are determined by your address. Residents are restricted from watering between 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Although, hand watering and using soaker hoses are permitted at any time. For more information regarding the Stage 2 Watering Restrictions, click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/416/Water-Restrictions] !
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