Master Recycler News | October 2016
Marion County Oregon sent this bulletin at 09/30/2016 07:43 AM PDT
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Recycling Tours
Saturday, Oct 15 from 8:30am-3:30pm We have room for you! The 31st Master Recycler class is underway and we have a fun-filled day of touring scheduled. We'll first start by visiting the material recovery facility (MRF) at Garten Services, followed by a walking tour of Pringle Creek Community. Next we'll visit the Salem-Keizer Recycling & Transfer Station and hazardous waste facility. Finally we'll visit NW Greenlands/Recology which is a compost facility in Aumsville. We have room for 8 people. If you'd like to join us, please RSVP to Bailey ( by noon on Wed., 10/12. |
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Saturday, Oct 22 from 10am-2pm The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. |
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Worm Tour with Valley Roots Thursday, October 13 at 1:50 PM 38765 N Main St, Scio, OR 97374 Just in time for Halloween, come learn all about the wild world of worms at Dan Holcolmb's worm farm! Our scraps make great worm food and the worms then in turn make lovely compost. Check out the process in a behind the scenes tour and make sure you RSVP!  |
Calling All Students & Teachers This is a great way to win $500 for the classroom and showcase your talent! This year’s theme is “Less is More” and we are looking for creative ways that kids can help reduce waste at school. Winning Illustrations will be used in the 2017 Recycle Art Calendars! Find out the details here. |
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Blue Jean Swap
The Blue Jean swap at the Salem Public Library was a huge success. Thanks to the partnership with the Salem Public Library, over 100 folks left with new-to-them jeans and over 250 jeans were donated. Many thanks to Dotty Tessler (Master Recycler), Anisa Rodriguez Foroughi, Chris Doner and daughter Amanda, and Annabella Ramey for volunteering the day of the swap. Unclaimed jeans were donated to local family shelters. |
Free Paint Suspended The FREE paint available at the Salem-Keizer and North Marion recycling and transfer stations is currently suspended. We hope to offer free, recycled paint in Spring 2017. If you would still like to use recycled paint for your next project, Metro recycled paint comes in a variety of colors (see their website for examples and local stores). Prices depend on color and quantity. |
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REUSE! Because You Can’t Recycle The Planet Tuesday, November 15, 7pm |
Achieving Climate Equity through Institutional Change Wednesday, October 12th 6:30 - 8pm Willamette University Ford Hall, Kremer Board Room Discussing ways to improve Climate Action outcomes for low-income communities and communities of color in Portland and Multnomah County. Event Sponsors: Willamette University’s Sustainability Advisory Board and Sustainability Institute, and Chemeketa Community College. |
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| What's Your Sign? Marion County is collecting political signs for recycling at the transfer stations in the 3-4 weeks following the elections. Simply put them in the plastic bags/film collection location and remove any metal staples and wood. |
Green Community Calendar There is a lot happening in October! To add your event, email Jessica or give her a call at 503-365-3180. And be sure to add the Green Community Calendar to your google calendar as well! |
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