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Did you know? Over 40% of all plastics made every year are designed to be used only once. Join us for a workshop that will cover the ins and outs of plastic waste and single-use plastic swaps. Attendees will also learn how to make their own reusable food wrap from fabric scraps and beeswax, a great alternative to plastic wrap and foodware.
On Saturday September 19th from 10AM-12PM, the Dyer Library will be hosting knowledgeable helpers to mend clothes, repair jewelry, fix small appliances, answer plant questions, diagnose bike issues, and more. Bring your items and get your questions answered!
For more information, reach out library staff at (207)283-3861.
Local non-profit Friends of Casco Bay are hosting a trash clean up on Back Bay in Portland, Maine on Friday Sept 25, 2026. Come out for a morning of community care in cleaning up a well used recreation space on Casco Bay. Keep waste out of our ocean!
Test your recycling knowledge with ecomaine's soccer-themed sorting game! Toss balls into the correct bin: trash, recycling, or compost, based on the item on each ball. It’s fast, it’s fun, and you might just learn something new. Perfect for kids, but honestly, adults are just as welcome to take a shot.
Save the date! Household hazardous waste drop off for residents of the Town of Kennebunk will be on Saturday, October 10th at the Town Garage (36 Sea Road) from 8AM-1PM. […]
Test your recycling knowledge with ecomaine's soccer-themed sorting game! Toss balls into the correct bin: trash, recycling, or compost, based on the item on each ball. It’s fast, it’s fun, and you might just learn something new. Perfect for kids, but honestly, adults are just as welcome to take a shot.
Test your recycling knowledge with ecomaine's soccer-themed sorting game! Toss balls into the correct bin: trash, recycling, or compost, based on the item on each ball. It’s fast, it’s fun, and you might just learn something new. Perfect for kids, but honestly, adults are just as welcome to take a shot.
SewPo Studio, a project run by the Computer Science Honor Society at South Portland High School, will be running a craft fair called Reimagined Market this year. The fair will focus on upcycled, recycled, repaired, repurposed, and reused items! This holiday season, consider supporting local creators and fixers and buying unique one of a kind gifts that are less wasteful.
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