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Recycling, Mulch, Seminar, Composting

July 13 Saturday

Save Food, Save Money, Save the Planet Workshop

Nearly 40% of food produced worldwide is wasted. You can help change this statistic by making small changes to your daily life and habits. Join this free workshop presented by Solana Center for Environmental Innovation at the Serra Mesa Library to learn how to decode food labels, get tips to prevent food waste and make the most of food scraps in your kitchen. Rescue your food and your wallet! Register here. 

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July 17 Wednesday

Save Food, Save Money, Save the Planet Webinar

Join this free one-hour virtual webinar presented by our partner, Solana Center for Environmental Education, to learn how you can reduce food waste at home and save money. Demonstrations will show food storage tips and ways to revitalize wilted produce. Find ways to make the most of your food scraps! Register here. 

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August 17 Saturday

Backyard Composting Workshop

Join this free 2-hour workshop presented by our partner, Solana Center for Environmental Education, at the Logan Heights Library to learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and hands-on demonstrations, the experienced Solana Center educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Register here. 

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August 28 Wednesday

Backyard Composting Basics Webinar

Join this free one-hour virtual webinar presented by our partner, Solana Center for Environmental Education, where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice, the experienced Solana Center educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Register here. 

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September 14 Saturday

Master Composter Course

Become an expert in composting, meet new people and participate in interesting events, all while serving your community. The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting, soil management and how to teach it to others. Certification requires attendance once a week at the five-week course and completion of 30 hours of community outreach. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to apply. A $25 materials fee* will be collected upon registration. Register here. 

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