EXPLORE THE WORLD OF MIDDLE-EARTH
In Recognition of J.R.R. Tolkien Day
On Jan. 3, we recognize J.R.R. Tolkien Day in honor of one of the most prolific storytellers and world builders of the past century. Tolkien is responsible for creating the world of Middle-earth, which most people are familiar with thanks to The Lord of the Rings books and movies. The talented author has inspired many individuals with his work, including Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin and even Led Zeppelin. If you’re a fan of The Lord of the Rings or anything hobbit- related, you might want to take advantage of J.R.R. Tolkien Day. Here are a few ways to get your Middle-earth fix in early January. Read Tolkien’s books. The books are where Middle-earth first came to life. With The Hobbit , The Lord of the Rings , and The Silmarillion , there's no shortage of Middle-earth stories to consume. They are written elegantly and contain much more detail than Peter Jackson’s film adaptations. But the stories are lengthy, especially if you’re planning to read the entire The Lord of the Rings trilogy, so make sure you have ample time to read. Watch shows and films inspired by Tolkien’s work. Peter Jackson’s collection of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies are fantastic adaptations of Tolkien’s original
work and are always worth a rewatch when J.R.R. Tolkien Day rolls around. You can also watch Amazon Prime’s new The Rings
of Power show that dives deeper into the lore of Tolkien’s expansive world. If you’re looking to learn more about the man himself, try watching the 2019 British-American biographical drama film, Tolkien . Play video games that take place in Middle-earth.
If you’re into video games and Tolkien’s work, you’re in luck! Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and Middle‑earth: Shadow of War are both well-received games that are very popular with fans of Tolkien’s work and gamers who enjoy stealthy action games. Over the past few years, a game that allows you to play as Gollum called The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has been in development and will surely bring joy to fans everywhere when it is released. Team Trivia: Nick and his wife, Carly, are big LOTR fans and highly recommend a movie marathon. Be sure to have enough food for hungry hobbits!
Baby, It’s Cold Outside! 3 HEATING MISTAKES COSTING YOU MONEY
Keeping the Bathroom Fan On Bathroom fans are great for drawing
Winter is in full swing now! As you venture back inside your home after spending time in the cool winter air, you want to be surrounded by warmth — as if you are wrapped inside a blanket. However, you may be spending more on your heating bill than necessary. Here are three common mistakes that could be costing you money.
moisture and odors from the air. However, since these fans vent hot air out to keep your bathroom cooler, they can remove the warmth in your home if you leave them on for an extended time. To maintain proper humidity and temperature in your home, turn off your bathroom fan as soon as you leave the bathroom. Likewise, turn off the kitchen fan over your stove as soon as you're done cooking. Relying on Space Heaters When your heating system isn’t doing an adequate job, you may consider using a space heater to warm your home. While space heaters are great for heating a single room, they won’t be able to heat your entire house. Not only will the heaters take a while to heat every room in your home, but they’re also not cost-effective. Call us today to schedule an appointment if your heating system isn’t working properly, or if you’re getting cold spots in certain areas of your home. We can do some troubleshooting and propose some possible solutions.
Leaving the Heater On When No One Is Home If you’re on vacation, at work, or spending the day running errands or visiting friends,
you don’t need the thermostat to hold the status quo. When you leave, drop the temperature to 65°F to conserve energy (unless the outside temperature hits the teens or single digits). While it may not be ideal to lower your thermostat, the small adjustment will save you money in the long run. If you have a manual thermostat, you could upgrade to a programmable or smart thermostat so you can bump up the temperature when you’re on your way home and it will be just right when you arrive.
If you have questions about your HVAC system, we at Aire Serv of the Mid-Hudson Valley would be delighted to assist you.
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