Valentines Day With a Sprinkle of “Gift Outside the Box”

Gifting Outside the Box isn’t just a campaign for the holidays, it can be a year-round goal.

How can you be environmentally friendly while celebrating Valentine’s Day? Consider taking your honey on a hike in place of a boxed gift. Think of ways to support local businesses in your gift giving on Valentine’s Day and all year long.

Need some inspiration? We have some enviro-friendly tips to get you through Valentine’s Day that show how much you love your family, your friends and our planet.

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

• Have dinner at a locally owned establishment. Check out the Visit Montgomery restaurant directory for food ideas.
• Go to a concert or show at Strathmore, The Fillmore, Black Rock Center for the Arts, Imagination Stage, Round House Theatre, Olney Theatre Center.
• Sign up to take a class together with Montgomery County Department of Recreation or Montgomery Parks.
• Spend time volunteering. Visit the Montgomery County Volunteer website for volunteer opportunities.

Gift Outside the Box

Giving greener does not mean you stop giving all together. It’s about making a conscious choice to think about the impact of your buying power. When you visit County businesses and purchase gifts made locally, you are helping to improve our area economy and support jobs. Plus, you’re helping the environment by reducing fuel. It’s a win – win!

This Valentine’s Day, let’s remember that conscious and meaningful giving is something to practice all year! Because the best gifts – just like love – should make a lasting difference all year long!