Composting Program: Story Time at Hinckley Park Series
2026-07-10 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hinckley Park, 288 Highland Ave, South Portland, Maine, 04106, United States
Join us for a special composting presentation, part of South Portland’s Story Time at Hinckley Park series! Educator Erika Schaper will lead this hands-on session exploring the basics of composting, perfect for curious kids and families. Come learn how to turn scraps into soil and discover the magic of decomposition!
Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Hinckley Park (South Portland Public Library is the weather-dependent backup location)
For questions, contact Jessamyn Schmidt at jschmidt@southportland.gov, or call (207) 767-7660 on the day of the event.

Denmark Transfer Station Day
2026-07-16 09:00 - 14:00 | Denmark Transfer Station, 39 Hancock Pond Rd, Denmark, ME, 04022, United States
ecomaine will be at the Denmark Transfer Station on Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, spreading recycling knowledge and helping residents sort it all out! Stop by our table for a hands-on sorting game, helpful handouts, and handy do’s & don’ts cards to take home. Our staff will be on-site to answer your recycling questions and share tips for keeping your bins on track.
Questions? Contact Steve Mayberry at (207) 272-2832.

Pet Rock in the Park 2026
2026-08-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Deering Oaks Park, Saint James Street, Portland, ME, 04102, United States
Mark your calendars for the 15th Annual Pet Rock in the Park, taking place Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Deering Oaks Park in Portland! This free, pet-friendly festival brings together vendors, non-profits, and food trucks for a fun-filled day celebrating pets and their people, with proceeds supporting the Animal Cancer Foundation and other animal-centric causes.
Stop by the ecomaine table to learn about recycling and sustainability, then bring your furry friend and enjoy the festivities rain or shine!
