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SUMMARY:Eco-Friendly Home! DIY Cleaners & More (Ellenville Library)
DESCRIPTION:Eco-Friendly Home! DIY Cleaners & More!\nWednesday\, July 27th 2022\n10:00 AM – 11:30 AM\nEllenville Public Library\n \n\nWe all have favorite household products that we rely on because they work well. It could be anything from a preferred cleaner to a preferred toothpaste. Some of the brands and products we’ve grown to love contain chemicals that don’t love us back. Bleach\, ammonia\, and oven cleaners are examples of chemical cleaning agents that can irritate our skin\, eyes\, and respiratory tract. Some beauty products also contain fragrances and chemicals whose health risks are still unknown. Many of these products are also classified as Hazardous Waste and require safe disposal. \nAlthough eco-friendly alternatives are becoming more widely available in stores\, you can easily make your own at home with very simple and low-cost ingredients! Curious? Join us in our Eco- Friendly Home workshop to learn how to make your own products that are better for the environment\, your health\, and your wallet! \nThe class will be hosted in-person at the Ellenville Public Library and facilitated by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\, featuring a short presentation with several demos and participants will leave with their own recipes and DIY products. All class materials provided. \nTO SIGN UP: Class size is limited. Please RSVP at the link below. \nSign Up for this Class! Share This Story!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/eco-friendly-home-diy-cleaners-more-ellenville-library/
LOCATION:Ellenville Public Library & Museum\, 40 Center St.\, Ellenville\, 12428-1396
CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes
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SUMMARY:Informational Meeting - Municipal Food Scraps Hauling Project
DESCRIPTION:Informational Meeting:\nUCRRA Municipal Food Scraps Hauling Pilot Project\nMonday\, July 25th 2022\n10:00 AM – 11:30 AM\nVirtual via WEBEX Teleconferencing\nIn May of 2022 the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation announced a new grant program that will provide funding to projects in New York State that increase residential food scraps recycling programs. Organics recycling (composting) continues to be an important focus for UCRRA and the Agency is dedicated to facilitating effective and convenient programs for widespread participation in our composting services. \nUCRRA is actively developing a project proposal that could provide municipalities with FREE tools to launch and facilitate a residential food scraps collection program at Municipal Recycling Drop Off Centers\, as well as FREE use of the necessary equipment to deliver the collected material to our composting site. \nThe overarching goals of this project are to:\n• Foster inter-governmental relationships that maximize resource recovery\n• Maximize financial savings for municipalities via avoided MSW transport and disposal costs\n• Eliminate the logistical obstacles that prevent community-scale composting programs\n• Increase diversion of residential food scraps generated in Ulster County\n• Compliment the implementation of the local and state laws with organics recycling goals\n• Support the Agency’s zero waste goals\n• Demonstrate the environmental\, economic\, and social benefits of composting \nWe invite Town Supervisors\, Transfer Station Operators\, Climate Smart Task Force Members\, Town Board members/planners\, etc. to attend this informational webinar to learn about our project and how your town can partner with us and save an estimated $4\,420 per year. \nPlease follow the link below to register for this meeting. Should you have any questions about the project\, please contact: \nAngelina Brandt\nDirector of Sustainability\nAPEO@UCRRA.ORG\n(845) 336-0600 \nRegister to this Meeting Share This Story!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/informational-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual via WebEx
CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Upcycled Art for Kids! Oceans of Possibilities (Rosendale Library)
DESCRIPTION:Upcycled Art for Kids: Oceans of Possibilities!\nThursday\, July 21st 2022\n3:00 PM – 4:15 PM\nRosendale Public Library\, 264 Main Street Rosendale NY\nUpcycling is a creative and fun way to reimagine unwanted items and turn our waste into new\, useful items or works of art! Not everything can be recycled\, but we can give new life to old items by reusing and upcycling them. The class will be hosted at the Library and facilitated by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\, celebrating the library’s Summer Reading Program Series with the focus on Oceans of Possibilities. \nParticipants in this class will learn about the impact of plastic pollution on our oceans and wildlife\, and will create works of upcycled art from some common plastic objects. Join UCRRA in celebrating Plastic Free July and make sea creatures out of plastic! All craft materials will be provided. Parental supervision is necessary. This FREE hands on workshop is open for children of all ages. \nTO SIGN UP: Class size is limited. Please RSVP online at the link below. \nSign Up for this Class! We’re Celebrating Plastic Free July! \nAbout Plastic Free July: Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. From humble beginnings in 2011\, the award-winning Plastic Free July campaign is the result of years of hard work. How long could you go without using any new plastic? Take the Pledge! Learn more about Plastic Free July and what you can do to help reduce plastic pollution.  \nAbout the Plastic Free Foundation: The Plastic Free Foundation Ltd was restructured in 2017 as an independent\, not-for-profit charity to better support participants and grow the campaign. The mission of the Plastic Free Foundation is guided and informed by core values including the belief that small changes add up to make a big difference. It was started by Rebecca Prince-Ruiz (the founder of the Plastic Free Foundation) and a small team in local government in Western Australia\, and is now one of the most influential environmental campaigns in the world. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Story!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/upcycled-art-for-kids-oceans-of-possibilities-2/
LOCATION:Rosendale Public Library\, 264 Main Street\, Rosendale\, NY\, 12472
CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Plastic Pollution & Its Impacts
DESCRIPTION:Plastic Pollution & Its Impacts\nWednesday\, June 29th 2022\n6:30 PM – 8:00 PM\nHYBRID in-person or virtual via ZOOM\nGardiner Public Library\n133 Farmer’s Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NY 12525\n \nWe use plastic as part of our daily life at home\, at work\, at school\, and on the go…Ever wonder where plastic comes from\, how it’s made\, and what happens once it’s thrown away? Plastic waste litters our environment\, pollutes our oceans\, and emerging science suggests plastic use can also expose us to chemicals that affect our health! This class will explain the impact of plastic pollution from ecological\, social\, and environmental issues\, and how we can drastically reduce the amount of single-use disposable plastics we use on a daily basis. \nThere are plastic alternatives to almost all of the common items we buy\, consume\, and discard. Simple swaps and new habits can help avoid needless packaging and lessen our impact on our environment. Learn how to recycle plastic correctly\, become a climate smart shopper\, save money\, and reduce waste by developing new habits and rethinking consumption. \nHow long could you go without using any plastic at all? Find out about the Plastic Free July Challenge and some of the local laws that help our communities be plastic-free. \nThe class will be a hybrid event\, hosted at the Town of Gardiner Public Library with the option to tune-in remotely via ZOOM (presentation will be via ZOOM). This class is facilitated by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team in collaboration with the Gardiner Environmental Conservation Commission. In-person attendees can stop by the Oceans of Possibilities display at the Library and pick up additional fact sheets and hand-outs for this class. \nTO SIGN UP: Please RSVP online at the link below. \nSign Up for this Class! This event is sponsored by the Town of Gardiner Environmental Conservation Commission\, an all-volunteer commission dedicated to discussing and implementing ways to protect the natural resources of the town. The E.C.C. meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 7 PM via Zoom. Learn more here.  \nWe’re Celebrating Plastic Free July! \nAbout Plastic Free July: Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. From humble beginnings in 2011\, the award-winning Plastic Free July campaign is the result of years of hard work. How long could you go without using any new plastic? Take the Pledge! Learn more about Plastic Free July and what you can do to help reduce plastic pollution.  \nAbout the Plastic Free Foundation: The Plastic Free Foundation Ltd was restructured in 2017 as an independent\, not-for-profit charity to better support participants and grow the campaign. The mission of the Plastic Free Foundation is guided and informed by core values including the belief that small changes add up to make a big difference. It was started by Rebecca Prince-Ruiz (the founder of the Plastic Free Foundation) and a small team in local government in Western Australia\, and is now one of the most influential environmental campaigns in the world. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Story!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/plastic-pollution-its-impacts/
LOCATION:Gardiner Public Library\, 133 Farmer's Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NY\, 12525
CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Upcycled Art for Kids! Oceans of Possibilities (Esopus Library)
DESCRIPTION:Upcycled Art for Kids: Oceans of Possibilities!\nWednesday\, June 15th 2022\n4:00 PM – 5:15 PM\nEsopus Public Library\, 128 Canal St. Port Ewen\, NY 12466\nUpcycling is a creative and fun way to reimagine unwanted items and turn our waste into new\, useful items or works of art! Not everything can be recycled\, but we can give new life to old items by reusing and upcycling them. The class will be hosted at the Library and facilitated by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\, celebrating the library’s Summer Reading Program Series with the focus on Oceans of Possibilities. \nParticipants in this class will learn about the impact of plastic pollution on our oceans and wildlife\, and will create works of upcycled art from some common plastic objects. Join UCRRA in celebrating Plastic Free July and make sea creatures out of plastic! All craft materials will be provided. Parental supervision is necessary. This FREE hands on workshop is open for children/teens of all ages. \nTO SIGN UP: Class size is limited. Please RSVP online at the link below. \nSign Up for this class!We’re Celebrating Plastic Free July! \nAbout Plastic Free July: Plastic Free July® is a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation that allows communities everywhere to work towards a vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. From humble beginnings in 2011\, the award-winning Plastic Free July campaign is the result of years of hard work. How long could you go without using any new plastic? Take the Pledge! Learn more about Plastic Free July and what you can do to help reduce plastic pollution.  \nAbout the Plastic Free Foundation: The Plastic Free Foundation Ltd was restructured in 2017 as an independent\, not-for-profit charity to better support participants and grow the campaign. The mission of the Plastic Free Foundation is guided and informed by core values including the belief that small changes add up to make a big difference. It was started by Rebecca Prince-Ruiz (the founder of the Plastic Free Foundation) and a small team in local government in Western Australia\, and is now one of the most influential environmental campaigns in the world. Millions of people across the globe take part every year\, with many committing to reducing plastic pollution far beyond the month of July. \nShare This Story!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/upcycled-art-for-kids-oceans-of-possibilities-esopus-library/
LOCATION:Esopus Public Library\, 128 Canal St.\, Port Ewen\, NY\, 12466
CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Recycle Right!
DESCRIPTION:Why can’t ALL plastics be recycled?  What does the chasing arrows symbol really mean?  Should you leave the bottle cap on or off?  Is it ok to bag my recyclables?  This class will de-mystify recycling and help you avoid being a wishful recycler! \nThis seminar is offered as a ZOOM teleconference in collaboration with Highland Public Library. Class size is limited and participants must pre-register. Join the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency (UCRRA) recycling outreach team on Thrusday\, April 22\, at 3:30 for a virtual presentation to have these questions and many more answered.   A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants a few hours before the program. \n\nLearn more/Sign Up >>>
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/recycle-right-2/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning Seminar
DESCRIPTION:GREEN-UP YOUR CLEAN-UP!\n \nSpring is here and it’s time to de-clutter and deep clean your home…but how can you do this in a more eco-friendly way? Learn what to do with “odd recyclables” and unwanted household items\, and learn how to make a few all-natural cleaning products! \nIn this class your will learn: \n\nWhat to do with unwanted household items – rethinking waste one room at a time!\nWhat is household hazardous waste\nHow to dispose of household hazardous waste safely\nWhat are eco-friendly alternatives to household hazardous waste\n…and other info about UCRRA!\n\nThis seminar is offered as a WEBEX teleconference. Class size is limited and participants must pre-register. After you’ve completed the registration form\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting from your computer. If you do not receive a confirmation email check your junkmail folder or contact APEO@UCRRA.ORG  \nThis event has passed.
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/spring-cleaning-seminar/
LOCATION:Virtual via WebEx
CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T170000
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SUMMARY:Recycle Right!
DESCRIPTION:Why can’t ALL plastics be recycled? What does the chasing arrows symbol really mean? Are pizza boxes in or out? Should you leave that bottle cap on or off? Putting unaccepted items in the recycling bin can damage equipment\, harm workers\, create inefficiencies in the recycling process\, and reduce the value of the acceptable recyclables! This class will de-mystify recycling and help you avoid being a wishful recycler! \n\n\n\nIn this class\, you will learn:\n\n\n\nWhy is recycling important?\nWhat makes something ‘recyclable’?\nHow does recycling ‘work’ in Ulster County?\nWhy does recycling seem to be so confusing?\nWhy are certain items not recyclable?\nWhat is ‘wishcycling’ and how does contamination affect recycling?\nAnd other info about UCRRA and our educational programs and services!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis seminar is offered as a WEBEX teleconference. Class size is limited and participants must pre-register. After you’ve completed the registration form\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting from your computer. If you do not receive a confirmation email check your junkmail folder or contact APEO@UCRRA.ORG  \nThis class has reached capacity!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/recycle-right/
LOCATION:Virtual via WebEx
CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T120000
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SUMMARY:Rethinking Our Waste
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what happens to your garbage\, and what you can do to make a difference? This class will introduce you to the 7R’s that go beyond recycling! Our educators will share ideas to simplify your life and save money by reducing waste! The second half of this class will demonstrate how to incorporate the 7R’s into your holiday celebrations. \nIn this class\, you will learn:\n\n\n\nWhat happens to our waste in Ulster County?\nHow does our waste contribute to pollution?\nWhat is ‘zero waste‘ and how can it help your family save money\, time\, and simplify your life?\nWhat are the 7 R’s to Rethink Waste?\nTips to de-clutter your home (in a more eco-friendly way)\nHow to incorporate the 7R’s into every day life – and for the upcoming holiday season?\nAnd other info about UCRRA and our educational programs and services!\n\n\n\nThis seminar is offered as a WEBEX teleconference. Class size is limited and participants must pre-register. After you’ve completed the registration form\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting from your computer. If you do not receive a confirmation email check your junkmail folder or contact APEO@UCRRA.ORG  \nThis class is full!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/rethinking-our-waste-seminar/
LOCATION:Virtual via WebEx
CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T180000
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SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning!
DESCRIPTION:Green-up your Spring clean-up! Lean what to do with ‘odd recyclables’ – items that can be recycled\, but do not go in the recycling bin. This FREE class will cover what to do with your unwanted items\, including information about household hazardous wastes and safer alternatives to cleaning chemicals. \nWe’re sorry\, but this class is currently full!
URL:https://ucrra.org/event/spring-cleaning/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes
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