Spring is finally here! After the long winter it's time to get outside! So, check out our blog for 14 of the best parks in Chicago and our 'Around Town' articles to get out and about this month. Thinking about spring cleaning? Check out our Green Spring Cleaning Guide that helps save money while saving the environment.

TLC is still looking to give money away! Check out the Resident Referral program. TLC residents will receive $500 when they refer someone to any TLC community.

So, enjoy this month’s issue of the TLC Times, and feel free to Contact us if you have any suggestions for future issues! As always, you can report any maintenance issues online, and our efficient team will quickly resolve your problem.

Sincerely,
TLC Management Co.
www.chicagorentals.com

The Breast Cancer 3 Day is a 60-mile walk for women and men who want to make a personal difference in the fight to end breast cancer. Participants make a commitment to meet an individual fundraising goal of $2,200 and spend several months training to prepare for the event. All participants devote the entire three-day weekend to the cause. Our Resident Manager, Jennifer Grzych at the Mayfair Apartments located in Hyde Park has decided to participate in this extraordinary event taking place this August 8^th through the 10^th.

If interested in participating in this event, please click here. For all donations to help Jennifer reach her fundraising goal, please go to www.the3day.org, select ‘donate’, enter Jennifer Grzych’s full name as the participator, and her home town of Indiana, which will link to her personal page where all donations can be made.

Net proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure and National Philanthropic Trust, funding important breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatment.

Be environmentally conscious and save money at the same time — here’s how. Longer days. New flowers. Birds chirping. They could mean only one thing: Spring. During this time we can remember the environment and save money at the same time. Here are some tips that can help you and the environment, from Earth Share, a nonprofit organization that focuses on environmental education. This spring, make your own cleaning agents with these recipes from EarthShare and EarthWays, two nonprofit environmental organizations. The recipes are friendly to the environment and to your bank account.

Longer days. New flowers. Birds chirping. They could mean only one thing: Spring. During this time we can remember the environment and save money at the same time. Here are some tips that can help you and the environment, from Earth Share, a nonprofit organization that focuses on environmental education. This spring, make your own cleaning agents with these recipes from EarthShare and EarthWays, two nonprofit environmental organizations. The recipes are friendly to the environment and to your bank account.

Countertops, cupboards and walls — Dip a cloth in warm water, add dish soap and baking soda, (the baking soda serves as a soft abrasive to remove tough spots and light scratches).
Air fresheners — Simmer a small amount of cinnamon, orange peel, and cloves on the stove to give off a pleasant fragrance in your home.
Glass cleaner — Mix 2 tablespoons of borax or washing soda with three cups of water for sparkling windows and mirrors.
Carpet freshener — Sprinkle dry cornstarch or baking soda on your carpet and vacuum.
Rug stains — Rub borax into dampened area, let dry, then vacuum or repeatedly blot stain with a mixture of vinegar and soapy water.
Furniture polish — Combine 1/2 cup lemon juice to 1 cup vegetable oil, olive oil, or mayonnaise. Apply to rag.

Some more cleaning tips:

• When you buy cleaning products, choose ones that are non-toxic, biodegradable, phosphate-free, and chlorine-free.
• Use natural fiber sponges.
• Reduce paper use. Use rags instead of paper towels and cloth napkins instead of paper napkins.

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5410 North Clark
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Phone: 773-784-9882
Email: info@bonbonchicago.com
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