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Spring Organizing Events
Volume 6   Number 4 April 2009
SPRING CLEANING
If you were to ask your parents or grandparents, they might remember when spring cleaning was a big annual event.  The concept has been revived now that organizing is become a large part of our lifestyle.  Make a thorough "cleaning" throughout the home and office this spring and clear out the clutter that has accumulated through the holidays and winter months.
Organizing Events This Month 
meetingOrganizing Expert Chris McKeny enjoys sharing how individuals can clear cluttered homes, develop systems for a productive office, and reclaim more time for both personal and business goals. 
 
Hear Chris in April at the following:
 
Hermosa Beach Public Library
Topic:  Springtime Organizing for Your Home & Garden
THIS SATURDAY - April 4, 2009 - 2:00 p.m.

Do your feel stress resulting from a cluttered garage?  Are you besieged by a disorganized kitchen or home office?  Today we are a nation of possessions and activities all of which are overwhelming.  Now is the perfect time for spring clutter clearing but for some reason you just can't get started.  If clutter is wasting your time and you find it difficult to be organized, "Springtime Organizing for Your Home & Garden" is a must.
 
You will begin to weed out clutter and organize your space to reflect your family's needs and style.  You will see more time for your family as everyone works together to maintain an organizing process. 
 
Participants will learn:
 
1.  The basic elements of getting and staying organized.
2.  How to implement the elements of organization and delegate responsibilities within your family.
3.  How to make the most of your "prime real estate" for hobbies and gardening.
4.  How clutter can be conquered to give more time in the day.
5.  Simple systems to keep the mail under control.
 
For information on Saturday's Hermosa event
call 310-379-8475.
 
 
speakingEast Tennessee Organizing Seminar
Blount County Chamber of Commerce
Maryville, Tennessee
Topic:  Organizing Secrets Revealed for the Home and Office
April 22, 2009  -  9:00 am

We may not be able to control the economy, but by having our environment organized we will regain control in our life.  Chris will facilitate this interactive seminar allowing you to take away information unique to your challenges that will allow immediate change.  His humor, mixed with reality, will help you gain the tools needed to make your life more organized and goals realized.
 
The Blount County Chamber event is $20 for chamber members, $25 for non-members. 
Click hereto register or call 865-983-2241 for more information.

Would your organization benefit from a workshop or seminar?  For inquiries contact Chris@GetItTogetherLA.com.
 
 
About Get It Together LA!
headshop casualGet It Together LA! is a professional organizing firm providing hands-on solutions for challenging projects. If you feel that clutter is inhibiting your goals, if you feel stress and want it removed for an upcoming move, or asking yourself how much longer you can tolerate your garager, office or workspace email or call Get It Together LA!. Call Get It Together LA now at 323-525-0678 and schedule an assessment. If your group or organization needs a polished Organizing Professional to help its members to tap into their potential, lower stress, or improve peace of mind, call Chris McKenry at Get It Together LA! today.
Chris McKenry:
Immediate Past President, National Association of Professional Organizers, Los Angeles Chapter
Member, West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
Recipient of:
2008 Shinning Star Award, NAPO National Conference
2007 Raising the Bar Award, NAPO-LA
2005 Leading Edge Award, NAPO-LA
2003 President's Award, West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
 
In This Issue
Hear Chris McKenry
Spring Quick Tips
Spring Quick Tips
 
 
Painting the House 
Ask for extra paint stir strips from your paint store.  Dip the stick in the paint and write the name and number of the mix for future reference.
 
Gardening  Review stored plant food and fertilizer dates.  If expired, dispose of properly.  Use extra clay pot to sort and store hand garden tool. 
 
Sewing
Crafters can use the back of closet doors for storing spools of thread on racks.  Sort by color for easy use. 
Links to keep you organized:
Get It Together LA! 
Clutter Control
 
Donation Directory
Out of the Closet
800-558-8220
benefits AIDS Healthcare Foundation

National Council of Jewish Women
800-400-6259
benefits women's services organization

Goodwill Industries
323-223-1211
benefits people with disabilities or vocational disadvantages

Salvation Army
800-728-7825
benefits adult rehabilitation
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What if the worst happened?
 
Filing an insurance claim can be costly without accurate information.  Don't rely on memory.
 
A Get It Together LA!
Home Inventory Manual
will provide a photographic record and information necessary to help with the stress of the event.  It may also assist in determining if your household contents are underinsured.
 
To protect your assets call 323-525-0678 for more information.