We're Going Green here at Patch, talking about strong environmental practices you can implement at home.

Recycling household items may be a first step, but a good second step is tackling that closet. A change in the seasons is always a good time to thin out the wardrobe and make room for new items.

Donating those old clothes can help a variety of nonprofits, but it also helps the environment.

And the consignment shopping goes further than your clothes — the same goes for children's toys, books and more.

Here's just one event locally:

Huge FCMOM Semi-Annual Kids Consignment Sale
Saturday, March 16, 2013, 9:00 am
4201 Stringfellow Rd, Chantilly, VA

You can also find consignment stores in the Patch directory.