BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UCRRA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:UCRRA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ucrra.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UCRRA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240916T183042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T183042Z UID:11942-1728122400-1728133200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Paper Shredding Event hosted by Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 5th 2024\n10:00 AM – 1:00 PM\n Kingston Library Parking Lot \n*Temporary Library Location Crown Street Kingston \n             \nAssemblymember Sarahana Shrestha invites you to shred your documents for free! \nStop by our Recycling Outreach Team booth at this event to get answers to all your recycling and composting questions! Our volunteers will have useful information about local recycling\, composting\, and how to dispose of all kinds of hard to recycle items like paint\, chemicals\, electronics\, and more. \nOptional sign-up to receive an email reminder: https://actionnetwork.org/events/shred-103 \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/paper-shredding-event-2024/ LOCATION:Kingston Library\, Temp. Location 61 Crown St\, Kingston\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Poster-Paper-Shredding-event-Instagram-Post-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240829T154814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T154814Z UID:11834-1727521200-1727539200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at Gardiner Day DESCRIPTION:UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team at Gardiner Day!\nSaturday\, September 28th 2024\n11:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n George Majestic Memorial Park \n             Located at the end of Murphy’s Lane in Gardiner\, NY\nStop by our Recycling Outreach Team booth at Gardiner Day! Get answers to all your recycling and composting questions and play our Recycle Right game to win a free prize! Our staff will have useful information about local recycling\, composting\, and how to dispose of all kinds of hard to recycle items like paint\, chemicals\, electronics\, and more. \nAbout this event: “Celebrate yet another Gardiner Day with the community\, your family\, friends\, fun activities\, food\, crafts\, AND entertainment!” \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ucrra-at-gardiner-day-2024/ LOCATION:Gardiner Day at George Majestic Memorial Park\, Located at the end of Murphy's Lane\, Gardiner\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2023-Repair-Recycling-Habits-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240905T151533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T151533Z UID:11914-1726912800-1726934400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at Hurley Heritage Day DESCRIPTION:Hurley Heritage Day\nSaturday September 21\, 2024\n10AM-4PM\nHurley Heritage Museum and Hurley Library\n52 Main Street Hurley\n\n \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\, with Climate Smart Hurley\, at the Hurley Heritage Day! Visit our booth to speak with our educators about your recycling and composting questions\, play a game to win a reusable prize\, and learn more about the Hurley Climate Smart Task Force! \nAfter a five-year hiatus\, Hurley Heritage Day is back and better than ever to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Hurley Heritage Society! This year’s event will feature Folk music from Al Havrilla\, Native American Dance with Rev. Nick Miles\, 20th century rock from The Creepy Uncles\, Grammy Award winners Jay Ungar and Molly Mason! There will be Fabulous Food offerings from Mad Flava\, Vinnie’s Fine Foods\, and Burgers and Hot Dogs sold by Hurley Heritage Society. There will be craft vendors\, opportunities to learn about Climate Smart Hurley initiatives\, face painting\, glitter tattoos and other children’s activities\, including story time with the Hurley Library! \nParking: Schoolhouse Lane will be closed from Main Street to the Museum driveway. Parking will be available at:\n\n\nHurley Reformed Church\, 11 Main Street (plentiful)\nMyer Elementary School\, 230 Millbrook Ave\nBehind Myer Elementary School on Schoolhouse Lane (limited)\nRail Trail at Russell Road and Route 209\nHandicap parking is available with tags at the old library at 44 Main Street\n\n\n\nAbout Hurley Heritage Museum: For 50 years\, the all-volunteer Hurley Heritage Society has preserved\, protected\, educated and celebrated the uniqueness of the Town of Hurley. In that time we acquired the Colonel Jonathan Elmendorf House\, located at 52 Main Street\, and made it into a museum dedicated to Hurley\, always free and open to the public. We commemorate all of our town’s heritage\, including the contributions of indigenous peoples\, early Dutch and British settlers\, and the many other peoples who have  made our community special. \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/hurley-heritage-day-2024/ LOCATION:Hurley Heritage Museum and Hurley Library CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hh_day.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:mfra@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240820T191230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T115334Z UID:11758-1726304400-1726318800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at Kingston Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\nSaturday\, September 14th 2024\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nKingston Farmers Market\nCounty Courthouse Parking Lot\n285 Wall Street Kingston NY\nAsk the experts! Stop by our Recycling Outreach Team booth (one day only) on Saturday September 14th at the Kingston Farmers Market. Get expert answers to all your recycling and composting questions! Play a game to win a very special prize! Our educators will have useful information about how to dispose of all kinds of hard to recycle items like paint\, chemicals\, electronics\, and more. We offer reusable give-a-ways for all attendees that stop by our booth – see you there! \nSince 2000\, the Kingston Farmers Market runs outdoors\, rain or shine\, every Saturday May 6-November 23rd in the County Courthouse parking lot\, 285 Wall Street with entrances on John St (between Crown & Wall) and Wall St (between Main and John). The indoor Winter Market runs every other Saturday\, December 3rd-April 22nd in the Old Dutch Church.  \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ucrra-at-kingston-farmers-market-2024/ LOCATION:Kingston Farmers Market\, 285 Wall St\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/farmers-market.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240816T124559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T155054Z UID:11725-1724778000-1724785200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (SUNY ULSTER) DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 27th 2024\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nSUNY Ulster County Community College\nVanderlyn Hall College Lounge\, Room #203\nVisitor Parking Lot C and Lot D\n491 Cottekill Rd\, Stone Ridge\, NY 12484This special event is open to the general public – all are welcome! \nSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Marbletown Environmental Conservation Commission and Climate Smart Task Force for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nPlease note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nSign Up for this event has CLOSEDPlease note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nAccessibility: An elevator is accessible in Vanderlyn Hall via the ground floor entrance to Vanderlyn Hall across from the Senate Gymnasium.  Attendees may use SUNY Ulster Visitor Parking Lot C and Lot D for parking. \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners:  Marbletown Environmental Conservation Commission and Climate Smart Task Force! \nMission: please check back for more information coming soon.  \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners:  SUNY Ulster County Community College! \nMission: SUNY Ulster educates the individual and elevates the community. \n\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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-suny-ulster/ LOCATION:SUNY Ulster County Community College\, 491 Cottekill Rd\,\, Stone Ridge\, NY\, 12484 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SUNY-Ulster-Facebook-Event-Cover-Photo.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240729T132941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140748Z UID:11657-1722765600-1722808800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 4th\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-4/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240729T132642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140737Z UID:11656-1722679200-1722722400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 3rd\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-3-2/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240729T132234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140733Z UID:11655-1722592800-1722636000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 2nd\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-2/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240729T124903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140555Z UID:11654-1722506400-1722549600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 1st\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-8-3/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240529T204632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T161433Z UID:11147-1722445200-1722452400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (NEW PALTZ) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 31st 2024\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nElting Memorial Library\n93 Main Street\, New Paltz NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and New Paltz Climate Action Coalition and New Paltz Climate Smart Task Force for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nThis class is full! Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\n\nAccessibility: coming soon! \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n  \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners: New Paltz Climate Action Coalition & Climate Smart New Paltz! \nAs participants in NY’s Climate Smart Communities program\, we help our municipal government to take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change. “The [Ulster County Tiffin Project] enables us to further achieve our mission by eliminating fossil fuel based packaging\, and single use plastic in our community\, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions.” – Janelle Peotter\, Task Force Member  \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners: New Paltz Elting Memorial Library!\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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-new-paltz/ LOCATION:Elting Memorial Library of New Paltz\, 93 Main St\,\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.New-Paltz.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240729T124518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140540Z UID:11651-1722420000-1722463200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 31st\, 2024\n10:00 am – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-fair-7-31/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240726T185749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T140421Z UID:11625-1722355200-1722376800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (Ulster County Fair) DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 30th\, 2024\n4:00 pm – 10:00 pm\nUlster County Fairgrounds\n249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY 12561…. \nSingle-use packaging (like food takeout containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nSwing by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team’s Booth at the Ulster County Fair! Dive into our fun and interactive game that showcases the amazing benefits of reuse\, how it helps keep pollution at bay\, the waste-climate connection\, and the lifecycle of some common single use food takeout containers . Come join us for a chance to learn\, play\, and make a positive impact on our environment while enjoying the fair! As a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! \n                                                                            \n…. \n \n\nSpecial thanks to \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n… \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/uctp-ulster-fair-7-30/ LOCATION:Ulster County Fairgrounds\, 249 Libertyville Road\, New Paltz\, NY\, 12561\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fair.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240607T194234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T182513Z UID:11348-1722274200-1722281400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (KINGSTON City Hall) DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 29th 2024\n5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nKingston City Hall\nCity Hall Common Council Chambers\n420 Broadway\, Kingston NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Climate Smart Kingston for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nPlease note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nSign Up Now!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nAccessibility: Kingston’s City Hall is a fully accessible building\, with accessible parking available to the rear of the building. Upon entering the building\, an elevator is located in the first door to the right. The program will take place on the 2nd floor (top floor of the building). \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners:  Climate Smart Kingston! \nMission: Climate Smart Kingston is an official body appointed by the Mayor of the City of Kingston\, whose charge is to implement the recommendations\, initiatives\, and policies set forth in the City of Kingston Climate Action Plan\, adopted September 2012. The Climate Action Plan specifically addresses the importance of responsible waste management and managing resources sustainably. “[the Ulster County Tiffin project addresses issues [from the Climate Action Plan] and enables us to achieve our mission by reducing the production of solid waste and educating the community on sustainable practices” – Julie Noble\, City of Kingston Sustainability Coordinator & Chair Climate Smart Kingston Commission  \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partners:  City of Kingston! \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-kingston-city-hall/ LOCATION:Kington City Hall\, 420 Broadway\, Kingston\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/6.-Kingston-CITY-HALL.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240529T204606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T193055Z UID:11133-1721671200-1721678400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (SAUGERTIES) DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 22nd\, 2024\n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nSaugerties Public Library\n91 Washington Ave\, Saugerties\, NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and our Project Partners for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health! \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL! PLEASE CONSIDER SIGNING UP FOR ONE OF OUR OTHER TIFFIN PROJECT EVENTS! https://ucrra.org/events-classes/tiffin-project/×Sorry\, this class is full!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\n\nAccessibility: Coming soon! \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Saugerties Library!  \nMission: to serve as a multi-cultural\, inclusive institution dedicated to enhancing the life of every member of the Saugerties Community. It provides free access to a balanced collection of educational\, cultural\, informational and recreational materials and experiences in a welcoming\, safe and comfortable environment. “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further achieve our mission by informing the public about pollution prevention.” – Jennifer Russel\, Library Director \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Citizens Concerned About Plastic Pollution!\n  Mission: Citizens Concerned About Plastic Pollution (CCAPP)\, is an affiliate of Beyond Plastics\, and whose mission is to encourage action to reduce use and limit production of single-use plastic. “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further achieve our mission by conducting a reusable takeout container project on a much larger scale.” – Marie Miller\, CCAPP Member \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Climate Smart Saugerties!\n Mission: to assist the Town [of Saugerties] with reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by implementing climate smart actions.  “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] will have a positive impact on the environment by providing an alternative to plastic containers and the project aligns with PE 5 Action  of Climate Smart Communities\, to reduce waste.” – Mary Odonnel\, Task Force Coordinator \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/tiffin-project-saugerties/ LOCATION:Saugerties Public Library\, 91 Washington Ave\,\, Saugerties\,\, NY\, 12477 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.Saugerties-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240529T204441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T175919Z UID:11140-1721156400-1721163600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (GARDINER) DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 16th\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nGardiner Public Library\n133 Farmer’s Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and members of Climate Smart Gardiner for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health! \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food container)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nSign Up Now!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\nAccessibility: The Gardiner Library strives to ensure its building is fully accessible in support of our mission to provide valuable resources and services to all residents in Gardiner. This commitment includes making every effort to improve accessibility and working to acquire the funding necessary to make key improvements. A wheelchair accessible ramp is available to enter the Library. Accessible parking is available to the side of the building. This program will take place on the main level\, no elevator or stairs required to access the meeting room. Masks and social distancing are not required at this time\, but they are encouraged.  \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Climate Smart Gardiner! \n Mission: Through education\, community-building\, and measurable actions\, Climate Smart Gardiner seeks to empower the Town [of Gardiner] to reduce greenhouse gases\, adapt to climate change\, conserve energy\, support a local green economy\, preserve natural resources\, and promote renewable energy.\, so we can be environmentally sustainable for future generations. “This [Ulster County Tiffin Project] enables us to further achieve our mission  by reaching more Ulster County residents with education on reducing and reusing waste” – Jason Mayer\, Climate Smart Gardiner Coordinator” \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Gardiner Library! \nMission: to connect people\, ideas\, information\, and technology\, to enrich lives and strengthen our community\, in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere accessible to all. Their project enables us to further achieve our mission by educating people about sustainable practices while also providing access to resources that allow them to put these ideas into practice. \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-gardiner/ LOCATION:Gardiner Public Library\, 133 Farmer's Turnpike\, Gardiner\, NY\, 12525 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.-Gardiner.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240529T204451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T182408Z UID:11143-1720951200-1720965600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (PHOENICIA) DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 14th\, 2024\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nsessions beginning 10am\, 11am\, 12pm\, 1pm\nPhoenicia Farmers Market\nADDRESS Phoenicia\, NYSingle-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Shandaken Conservation Advisory Council & Climate Smart Task Force for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use food take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Sign-up is preferred but walk-ins will also be allowed. Please be prepared to complete a pre-and post-survey at the time of the event to receive your free Tiffin! Class size may be limited for each session. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nSign Up Now!Site Map: \nAccessibility: The Phoenicia Farmers Market strives to ensure the market is fully accessible in support of our mission to provide valuable resources and services to all residents. Accessible parking is available along the entrance to Parish Field off Ava Maria Drive. This program will take place at the outdoor farmers market\, which is located on grass at Parish Field in Phoenicia. Masks and social distancing are not required at this time. \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Shandaken Conservation Advisory Council and Climate Smart Task Force!\n Mission: to build a climate smart community\, support green innovation economy\, inform and inspire the public and engage in an evolving process of climate action. “This [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further our mission by increasing awareness and public involvement  of the importance of these issues. “- Bethia Waterman\, Chair of Shandaken Conservation Advisory Council  \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-phoenicia/ LOCATION:Phoenicia Farmers Market\, 8 Ava Maria Drive\, Phoenicia\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.Shandaken.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T203000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240529T204612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T125221Z UID:11145-1720722600-1720729800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Ulster County Tiffin Project (KINGSTON) DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 11th\, 2024\n6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nKingston Library\n61 Crown Street\, Kingston NYNOTICE: Registration for this event is full! Please consider signing up for one of our other Tiffin Project events!×Single-use packaging (like food take-out containers) are wasteful products that are used once\, for a very short period of time\, before being discarded in a landfill where they may take hundreds of years to “break down.” The environmental\, social\, and financial impacts of these wasteful single use products add up to make a big impact on our planet\, communities\, and local businesses. Luckily\, “low-waste living” and the “Bring Your Own” movement has inspired many people to make a difference by choosing to reuse when dining or shopping on-the-go. \nJoin the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team and Climate Smart Kingston for an engaging presentation and discussion about the benefits of reuse as a way to prevent pollution. At this special event\, participants will learn about the waste-climate connection and the lifecycle of some common single use take-out containers. Come learn why choosing to reuse is not only better for our planet but may also be better for our health. \nAs a participant\, you will receive a FREE Tiffin (stainless steel\, reusable food containers)! Join us and together\, let’s unlock the full power and potential of reuse! Registration for this event is required. Class size may be limited. Please reserve your seat by completing the sign-up form and survey questions linked below. \nNOTICE: Registration for this event is full! Please consider signing up for one of our other Tiffin Project events!×Sorry\, this class is full!Please note: While the entire event experience is up to 2 hours\, attendees can choose to stay for the Q&A or claim their tiffin at any point after the presentation has ended. Visit our tiffin distribution station to chat with event organizers and take the pledge to choose to reuse!\n\n\nAgenda:\n75 minutes presentation\n25 minutes Q&A\n20 minutes to take the pledge & claim your tiffin!\n\n\nAccessibility: This event will take place indoors at the library. The facility has many ADA compliant features including accessible parking and ramp access. Please note: the use of face masks is not required at the Library. \n Special thanks to the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute! \nFunding is provided by the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Any opinions\, findings\, and/or interpretations of data contained herein are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the opinions\, interpretations or policy of Rochester Institute of Technology and its NYS Pollution Prevention Institute or the State. \n \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Climate Smart Kingston! \nMission: Climate Smart Kingston is an official body appointed by the Mayor of the City of Kingston\, whose charge is to implement the recommendations\, initiatives\, and policies set forth in the City of Kingston Climate Action Plan\, adopted September 2012. The Climate Action Plan specifically addresses the importance of responsible waste management and managing resources sustainably. “[the Ulster County Tiffin project addresses issues [from the Climate Action Plan] and enables us to achieve our mission by reducing the production of solid waste and educating the community on sustainable practices” – Julie Noble\, City of Kingston Sustainability Coordinator & Chair Climate Smart Kingston Commission  \n  \nSpecial thanks to our Project Partner: Kingston Library! \nMission: to be a vital center in our diverse community that inspires lifelong learning and empowers our citizens by providing free and equal access to information\, ideas\, books\, and technology. “The [Ulster County Tiffin project] enables us to further achieve our mission by helping to educate members in our community about sustainability goals that are in line with our organization’s efforts\, as well as providing them with resources to achieve those goals.” – Brian James\, Access & Patron Services Librarian \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. Plastic Free July is a month-long challenge to challenge yourself to not use any single use plastic. 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 Event! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-tiffin-project-kingston/ LOCATION:Kingston Library\, Temp. Location 61 Crown St\, Kingston\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Tiffin Project,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6.-Kingston.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240213T141221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T141221Z UID:10435-1711198800-1711204200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Advanced Composting (Olive Library) DESCRIPTION:Advanced Composting Seminar\n \nSaturday\, March 23rd 2024\n1:00-2:30 PM\nOlive Library\n4033 NY-28A\, West Shokan NY 12494\nThis advanced composting seminar is ideal for home composters who understand the basics of composting\, but want to ‘up their game.’ Let us help you to learn more skills and tricks to address some common troubleshooting issues\, and make that ‘gardener’s black gold’ as quickly as possible. This class will review some of the science behind how composting ‘works’ through the soil food web\, how to balance browns and greens\, and various tips for making a hot compost heap. This class will also introduce concepts of indoor composting\, such as vermicomposting and bokashi methods. \nThis class will be offered in person at the Olive Library\, facilitated by Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency\, in collaboration with the Olive Library. Please pre-register for this class (walk-ins are also welcome).  \nCALL 845-657-2482 TO REGISTER!Accessibility: The Library offers accessible parking and a ground level entrance at the rear of the library. Visitors may ring the doorbell for assistance if needed. An elevator is available to access the second floor\, where the program will be. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, at APEO@UCRRA.ORG  or 845-336-3336. \nShare This Story\, Choose Your Platform! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/advanced-composting-olive-library/ LOCATION:Olive Library\, 4033 NY-28A\,\, West Shokan\, NY\, 12494 CATEGORIES:Composting,Reuse,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/cornell-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20240130T140201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T145710Z UID:10392-1710435600-1710439200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Eco-Friendly Home! DIY Cleaners & More (Highland Public Library) DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 14th\, 2024\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nHighland Public Library\n14 Elting Place\, Highland\, NY 12528\nSign up Now!We 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 at our Eco-Friendly Home workshop to learn how to make your own products that are better for the environment\, your health\, and your wallet! \nThis class will be hosted in-person by Tanesia White\, UCRRA’s Recycling Educator\, in collaboration with the Highland Public Library. After a short presentation with several demos\, participants will leave with their own recipes and DIY Products. All class materials are provided. \nRegistration required! \n\nTO SIGN UP: https://highlandlibrary.libcal.com/event/11975674 \nAccessibility: The parking lot in front of the building has accessible parking. From the parking lot to the sidewalk\, there is a wheelchair accessible ramp. The front door opens automatically upon entry and the library is all one level. The event will take place in the conference room which is easily accessible from the library and includes a hearing loop for those with hearing aids. Unless you are sick\, masks and social distancing are not required. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Tanesia White\, Recycling Educator\, at TWHI@UCRRA.ORG  or 845-336-3336. \n\nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/eco-friendly-home-highland/ LOCATION:Highland Public Library\, 14 Elting Pl\, Highland\, NY\, 12528\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Website-Event-Page-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230821T165317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T165317Z UID:8183-1699088400-1699102800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at Kingston Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\nSaturday\, November 4th 2023\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nKingston Farmers Market\nCounty Courthouse Parking Lot\n285 Wall Street Kingston NY\nAsk the experts! Stop by our Recycling Outreach Team booth (one day only) on Saturday November 4th as UCRRA celebrates America Recycles Day! Our educators will have useful information about waste reduction\, local recycling and composting programs\, fact sheets and reusable give-a-ways for all attendees that stop by our booth. \nSince 2000\, the Kingston Farmers Market runs outdoors\, rain or shine\, every Saturday May 6-November 18th in the County Courthouse parking lot\, 285 Wall Street with entrances on John St (between Crown & Wall) and Wall St (between Main and John). The indoor Winter Market runs every other Saturday\, December 3rd-April 22nd in the Old Dutch Church.  \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/kingston-farmers-market-2023/ LOCATION:Kingston Farmers Market\, 285 Wall St\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401 CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/farmers-market.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230821T165942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T165942Z UID:8182-1697277600-1697292000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at Saugerties Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\nSaturday\, October 14th 2022\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nSaugerties Farmers Market\n115 Main Street\, Saugerties NY\nAsk the experts! Stop by our Recycling Outreach Team booth (one day only) on Saturday\, October 14th. Our educators will have useful information about waste reduction\, local recycling and composting programs\, fact sheets and reusable give-a-ways for all attendees that stop by our booth. \nEstablished in 2001 by a group of Saugerties residents to bring fresh food from local farms to market. With the support of the Mayor\, Village Board\, and local businesses\, the market was set up at Market and Main Streets and subsequently moved to our current larger site at 115 Main Street\, the Saugerties Central School District’s parking lot. The Saugerties Farmers Market provides the best of Hudson Valley produce and other farm products while at the same time providing a gathering place for the community to meet\, eat\, and greet. The Market runs ever Saturday\, May 27-October 28\, 2023 10AM-2PM.  \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/saugerties-farmers-market-2023/ LOCATION:Saugerties Farmers Market\, 185 Main Street\, Saugerties\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/farmers-market.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230830T135618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T131219Z UID:8253-1696442400-1696446000@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Eco-Friendly Home! DIY Cleaners & More DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 4th\, 2023\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nShawangunk Town Hall Community Room\n14 Central Ave\, Wallkill\, NY 12589\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 at our Eco-Friendly Home workshop to learn how to make your own products that are better for the environment\, your health\, and your wallet! \nThis class will be hosted in-person at the Shawangunk Town Hall by Tanesia White\, in collaboration with the Wallkill Public Library. After a short presentation with several demos\, participants will leave with their own recipes and DIY Products. All class materials are provided. \nSign up for this event is now closed! Please email kosullivan@rcls.org. \n\nAccessibility: This event will take place in the community room of Shawangunk Town Hall. Parking is available in front of the entrance as well as in the library and Town Hall lots\, located on either side of the building. The door to the community room opens automatically and there is a lift directly inside the building that will take participants down to the community room. Restrooms are located down a short hallway just past the community room. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Tanesia White\, Recycling Educator\, at TWHI@UCRRA.ORG  or 845-336-3336. \n\nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ecofriendlyhome-wallkill/ LOCATION:Town of Shawangunk Town Hall\, 14 Central Avenue\,\, Wallkill\, NY\, 12589\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Eco-Friendly-Home.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:ebar@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230628T163040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T163416Z UID:7995-1695214800-1695220200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Recycle Right! (Pine Hill) DESCRIPTION:Recycle Right!\n \nWednesday September 20th 2023 \n1:00-2:30 PM\nPine Hill Community Center\n287 Main St\, Pine Hill\, NY 12465\nWhy can’t ALL plastics be recycled? What does the chasing arrows symbol really mean? Are pizza boxes in or out? Should you recycle that coffee cup? What about broken dishes? Putting unaccepted items in the recycling bin can damage equipment\, harm workers\, and reduce the value and environmental benefits of recycling. \nIn this class\, you will learn: How does recycling ‘work’ in Ulster County? What are the benefits of recycling correctly? What makes something ‘recyclable’ or not? What is ‘wishcycling’ and how does it affect the recycling process? \nThis class will be offered in person at the Pine Hill Community Center\, hosted by member(s) of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency’s Recycling Outreach Team\, in collaboration with the Town of Shandaken’s Conservation Advisory Council. Please pre-register for this class (walk-ins are also welcome).  \nSign Up Now!Accessibility:This class will take place indoors on the ground floor of the Community Center.  The facility is wheelchair accessible. Reserved seating is available by request; please contact Angelina Brandt at APEO@UCRRA.ORG. Please note: the use of face masks is optional at the Community Center. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, at APEO@UCRRA.ORG  or 845-336-3336. \nShare This Story\, Choose Your Platform! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/recycle-right-pine-hill/ LOCATION:Pine Hill Community Center\, 287 Main Street\, Pine Hill\, NY\, 12467 CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/istockphoto-1205889346-170667a.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230821T162605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T162605Z UID:8184-1694340000-1694354400@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at Phoenicia Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team\nSunday\, September 10th 2023\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nPhoenicia Farmers Market\n8 Ava Maria Drive\nPhoenicia\, NY 12464\nAsk the experts! Stop by our Recycling Outreach Team booth (one day only) on Sunday\, September 10th. Our educators will have useful information about waste reduction\, local recycling and composting programs\, fact sheets and reusable give-a-ways for all attendees that stop by our booth. \nPhoenicia Farmers Market is a bountiful weekly community event\, Sundays 10am-2pm. Ava Maria Drive – Phoenicia\, NY behind the Supermarket and across from the Post Office. Shop peak season fruits\, vegetables\, and flowers\, locally made jams and ferments\, pasture raised meats\, mushrooms\, coffee\, soaps\, and more! \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/phoenicia-farmers-market-2023/ LOCATION:Phoenicia Farmers Market\, 8 Ava Maria Drive\, Phoenicia\, NY CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/farmers-market.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230711T142952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T142952Z UID:8035-1692014400-1692021600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:MRDC Informational Meeting DESCRIPTION:MRDC Informational Recycling Meeting\nMonday August 14th 2023\n12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nUCRRA Administrative Office\n999 Flatbush Road Kingston NY\n \nPlease note: this meeting is for Municipal Recycling Drop-Off Center managers and operators\, and is closed to the general public. Hosted by the UCRRA Director of Sustainability and Recycling Educator\,  these meetings are helpful to better understand recycling guidelines and UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team Services. \nThis meeting will feature guest speaker Lee Anne Albritton from Ulster County Habitat for Humanity\, who will share a unique opportunity for local transfer stations to create and offer reuse programs for their residents\, helping to achieve your Town’s sustainability goals and diverting recoverable materials from the waste stream\, in partnership with Ulster County Habitat for Humanity. \nPlease register by Monday August 7th. Please note: Participants must pre-register as seating is limited. \nSign Up for the MRDC meeting!Accessibility: This meeting will be held indoors at the UCRRA Main Office. Accessible parking is available approximately 20 feet from the main entrance (please note there are no automatic doors at this building). Accessible\, gender neutral bathrooms are available. Use of face masks are not required indoors\, but may be encouraged. We strive to offer equal program opportunities to the best of our capabilities. Please contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, at APEO@UCRRA.ORG or 845-336-3336 to discuss any accommodations. URL:https://ucrra.org/event/mrdc-informational-meeting-2023/ LOCATION:UCRRA\, 999 Flatbush Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/sigmund-aI4RJ-Mw4I-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230726T144006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T144449Z UID:8096-1690905600-1690927200@ucrra.org SUMMARY:UCRRA at the Ulster County Fair DESCRIPTION:UCRRA at the Ulster County Fair!\nTuesday August 1st – Sunday August 6th 2023 \nOutreach Booth Located in “Climate Row”\n*Booth open following all Fair Schedule Hours*\nUlster County Fairgrounds\nUlster County Agricultural Society\, Inc.\n249 Libertyville Road\nNew Paltz\, NY 12561\n\nUCRRA will be hosting an outreach booth in “Climate Row” which is a vendor section of the Fair (underneath the big white tents) where Ulster County Climate Smart Committee and other local environmental nonprofits and community groups will be showcasing their work and resources about climate\, environment\, energy use\, and more. \nAt the UCRRA booth\, visitors can play a Waste & Recycling Trivia Game! Spin the Trivia wheel\, answer a recycling-related question\, and win a free reusable prize while supplies last.  Children can make a button that shares an environmental message! Ulster County residents can be entered for a chance to win a compost tumbler and other prizes! There is no fee to enter the raffle – it’s free! This offer is valid for Ulster County residents only. Our staff and volunteers will be available to answer recycling and composting questions\, stop on by and learn more about local waste and recycling! \nAdmission to the Fair is required to access the Climate Row vendors. Learn more here.  \nShare This Story\, Choose Your Platform! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/ulster-county-fair/ CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2023-Repair-Recycling-Habits-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T171500 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20221103T191302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T173718Z UID:6543-1684512000-1684516500@ucrra.org SUMMARY:*EVENT CANCELLED* Upcycled Reusable Bags for Kids! DESCRIPTION:Upcycled Reusable Bags for Kids!\nFriday\, May 19th 2023\n4:00 PM – 5:15 PM\nWoodstock Public Library DistrictDid you know that Americans use 100 billion plastic bags per year\, which require 12 million barrels of oil to manufacture? Each single-use plastic bag is used for less than an hour\, but the effects last forever. Since plastic bags are lightweight\, they easily enter our environment as litter. Sea creatures can become entangled in them and mistake plastic bags for food\, resulting in toxic debris filling their stomachs. \nThis class will be hosted at the Woodstock Public Library and facilitated by the UCRRA Recycling Outreach Team. Participants will learn how to reduce plastic pollution in their everyday lives as well as the benefits of waste reduction. Participants will have the opportunity to upcycle their old t-shirt into a reusable eco-friendly bag for use on the go! Upcycling is a fun and creative way to repurpose old items into new\, useful items or works of art! This FREE workshop is suitable for children ages 7 and up\, and parental supervision is advised. \nPlease bring an old t-shirt to be upcycled! \nAccessibility: A wheelchair accessible ramp is available to enter the main library. Accessible parking is available to the side of the building\, and additional parking spots are available across the street. This program will take place upstairs\, where there is no elevator or lift. Masks and social distancing are not required at this time\, but they are recommended. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Tanesia White\, Recycling Educator\, at TWHI@UCRRA.ORG or 845-336-3336. URL:https://ucrra.org/event/upcycled-reusable-bags-for-kids-woodstock-library/ LOCATION:Woodstock Public Library District\, 10 Dixon Ave\, Woodstock\, NY\, 12498\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,UCRRA Classes,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/istockphoto-476438416-612x612-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230320T152005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T144709Z UID:7193-1683637200-1683642600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Advanced Composting (Pine Hill) DESCRIPTION:Advanced Composting Seminar\n \nTuesday May 9th 2023 \n1:00-2:30 PM\nPine Hill Community Center\n287 Main St\, Pine Hill\, NY 12465\nThis advanced composting class is ideal for home composters who have a few years of experience with backyard composting methods. For those who understand the basics\, but want to ‘up their game\,’ let us help you to learn more skills and tricks to make that ‘gardener’s black gold’ as quickly as possible! This class will review some of the science behind how composting ‘works’ through the soil food web\, how to balance browns and greens and prepare your feedstocks\, and various tips for making a hot compost heap. This class will also cover what is bokashi composting and how it can help accelerate your composting process while also aiding in deterring pests! \nThis class will be offered in person at the Pine Hill Community Center\, with hosts Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, and Tanesia White\, Recycling Educator of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency\, in collaboration with the Town of Shandaken’s Conservation Advisory Council. Please pre-register for this class (walk-ins are also welcome).  \nSign Up Now!Accessibility:This class will take place indoors on the ground floor of the Community Center.  The facility is wheelchair accessible. Reserved seating is available by request; please contact Angelina Brandt at APEO@UCRRA.ORG. Please note: the use of face masks is optional at the Community Center. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, at APEO@UCRRA.ORG  or 845-336-3336. \nWe’re Celebrating Compost Awareness Week!\nAbout ICAW: International Compost Awareness Week  is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the compost industry. It’s celebrated nationwide\, internationally\, and officially across New York Stare each year during the first full week of May. The goal of ICAW is for communities everywhere to raise public awareness about the many benefits of composting and how to make and use compost to regenerate soils. Visit the New York Compost Awareness Week page for more information about local programs\, events\, and initiatives. \n2023 Theme: For Healthier Soil\, Healthier Food…Compost! Each year\, a new theme for ICAW is chosen. The 2023 theme was chosen based on a serious world-wide issue that every nation\, unfortunately\, experiences: hunger. As part of the ICAW committee’s global discussion with our international partners around the world\, we spoke the same language\, and all wanted to promote a unified theme – aligning a topic important to each country while emphasizing our work with compost. The chosen 2023 theme best reflects the goal of focusing on how compost can have a role in helping feed the world\, by making our soil healthier which produces healthier food. How does compost help? By recycling organics into compost and using it on our farmlands we create healthy soils that produce healthier food and higher yields. It also reduces the need for fertilizer and pesticides\, improves water quality and conserves water\, as well as stores carbon in soil – helping to reduce climate change. Compost not only helps the environment but also helps to decrease food shortages experienced around the world. For Healthier Soil\, Healthier Food…Compost! \nThis year’s winner of the ICAW 2023 Poster Contest is Jun Qi Tan\, an illustrator and storyteller from Singapore. \nShare This Story\, Choose Your Platform! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/advanced-composting-may-09-2023-pine-hill/ LOCATION:Pine Hill Community Center\, 287 Main Street\, Pine Hill\, NY\, 12467 CATEGORIES:Composting,Reuse,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/cornell-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20230113T191158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T144038Z UID:6880-1678464000-1678467600@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Eco-Friendly Home! DIY Cleaners & More DESCRIPTION:Eco-Friendly Home! DIY Cleaners & More!\nFriday\, March 10th 2023\n*SNOWDATE: Friday March 17th\n4:00 PM – 5:00 PM\nUCRRA Main Office\, 999 Flatbush Road Kingston NY\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 UCRRA Main Office 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 to TEN PARTICIPANTS. Please RSVP at the link below. \nSign Up for this class!Share This Story!Accessibility: This is an indoor event. Accessible parking is available approximately 20 feet from the main entrance (no automatic doors at this building). Accessible bathrooms are available indoors (Main Office\, first floor). Social distancing and use of face masks are encouraged\, but are not required. We strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request.  URL:https://ucrra.org/event/eco-friendly-home-diy-cleaners/ LOCATION:The Law Office of Kenneth Gilligan\, Esq.\, 111 Green Street\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States CATEGORIES:Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/pexels-photo-4239127.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T134928 CREATED:20221220T145255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T191140Z UID:6744-1677002400-1677007800@ucrra.org SUMMARY:Recycle Right! (Kingston Library) DESCRIPTION:Kingston Library and UCRRA present:\n“Recycle Right”\n \nTuesday\, February 21st\, 2023\n6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nKingston Public Library\n55 Franklin St\, Kingston\, NY\n\n\n \nWhy can’t ALL plastics be recycled? What does the chasing arrows symbol really mean? Are pizza boxes in or out? Should you recycle that coffee cup? What about broken dishes? Putting unaccepted items in the recycling bin can damage equipment\, harm workers\, and reduce the value and environmental benefits of recycling. \n\n\n In this class\, you will learn: How does recycling ‘work’ in Ulster County? What are the benefits of recycling correctly? What makes something ‘recyclable’ or not?  What is ‘wishcycling’ and how does it affect the recycling process?\n \nThis class will be offered in person at the City of Kingston Public Library\, with host Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency\, in collaboration with Kingston Library’s monthly Sustainability Challenge. Please pre-register for this class to receive a free kit (walk-ins are also welcome).  Learn more about the challenge \nSign Up for this class! Accessibility: This event will take place indoors at the library. The facility has many ADA compliant features including accessible parking\, ramp access\, and elevator access.  Please note: the use of face masks is not required at the Library. \nWe strive to offer equal program opportunities. Educational resources in Spanish are available by request. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program\, please contact Angelina Brandt\, Director of Sustainability\, at APEO@UCRRA.ORG  or 845-336-0600. \nShare This Story! URL:https://ucrra.org/event/recycle-right-kingston-library/ LOCATION:Kingston Library\, Temp. Location 61 Crown St\, Kingston\, NY CATEGORIES:Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,Seminar,UCRRA Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ucrra.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/nick-fewings-2lJGRIY5P0-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UCRRA":MAILTO:apeo@ucrra.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR