California Plastic Crisis: Impacts and Solutions at Home and Beyond – Part 5 (Online)
Online CA, United StatesThis conference series will discuss plastic pollution in California - the scope of the problem and real solutions in California and beyond. About this event Hosted by the Newkirk Center for Science and Society and the University of California, Irvine (UCI) the goal of this 5-part conference series is to engage the community in a […]
Water-Wise Gardening and Landscaping (Online)
Online CA, United StatesAs summer approaches there are many things we can do in the garden to prepare our soil and plants for drought conditions which includes heat and less water. In this free webinar, we'll discuss techniques for developing and maintaining a garden that flourishes while conserving water. Topics will include: Building healthy soil Proper irrigation Capturing […]
Family Workshop: How to Grow Your Own Salad (Online)
Online CA, United StatesNeed a social distance hobby? Join us by learning how to grow your own salad ingredients from scratch. This workshop will teach you techniques to conserve water in your garden by growing seasonal edible plants that you can harvest. This program is intended for the whole family, suggested ages 6 and older. Instructor: Suzanne Bontempo […]
Reuse 101: Reusable San Mateo County (Online)
Online CA, United StatesJoin Reusable San Mateo County for a presentation on why reuse is the best alternative to single use. Learn why reuse wins (every time) for restaurants, customers, cities and neighborhoods, climate and health. Miriam Gordon, Policy Director of UPSTREAM will talk about how reuse policies reduce waste while protecting human health, climate, and the environment. […]
HHW Collection Event (South San Francisco)
South San Francisco South San Francisco, CA, United StatesCome recycle your HHW items each Saturday of 2021! The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program provided by San Mateo County helps residents dispose/recycle their residential hazardous waste properly – for FREE! County residents may drop off a full range of HHW at our collection facilities and events year-round every Thursday, Friday and Saturday (except major holiday […]
Irrigation Equipment Upgrades and Leak Detection (Online)
Online CA, United StatesIrrigation Equipment Upgrades and Leak Detection Instructor: Frank Niccoli Learn how maintenance of water-conserving landscapes differs from that of traditional landscapes. Discover how to identify irrigation system inefficiencies and repair minor leaks. Zoom link will be emailed before the event.
HHW Collection Event (Daly City)
Daly City CA, United StatesCome recycle your HHW items each Saturday of 2021! The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program provided by San Mateo County helps residents dispose/recycle their residential hazardous waste properly – for FREE! County residents may drop off a full range of HHW at our collection facilities and events year-round every Thursday, Friday and Saturday (except major holiday […]
Beach Cleanup with Surfrider Foundation
Poplar Beach 250 Poplar St, Half Moon Bay, CA, United StatesCome join us for a beach clean-up. Drop-ins welcome. We will have gloves and buckets. We also encourage participants to bring their own gloves, grabbers, or buckets. Come on down and help clean up the beach! If you are feeling sick or are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home and attend another cleanup […]
Collective Roots Organic Pest Management Workshop (Online)
Online CA, United StatesJoin us in the garden to identify and mitigate uninvited guests and avoid them eating your garden treasures. Also, how to attract the beneficial critters to your garden for better fruition and overall garden ecological health. Únase a nosotros en el jardín para identificar y mitigar a los no invitados y evitar que se coman […]
Virtual Fixit Clinic (Online)
Online CA, United StatesWant to try fixing from home? Register below to present your item to a global team of expert community repairers and get suggestions for things to try. After all items have presented we move to Zoom breakout rooms to implement the suggestions and, hopefully, fix the items. San Mateo County residents can get online help […]