Event is hosted by the South-Central Partnership for Energy Efficiency as a Resource. Morning Program (9:00am – 12:00pm): Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation and Coated Foam Roofing Systems for Commercial Buildings. Afternoon Program (1:00pm – 4:00pm): Energy Efficiency Changes and Opportunities in Above Code Programs. For more information and to register, see website.
Fracking: How Will It Impact DFW’s Air, Land, and Water? The educational panel presentation regarding natural gas fracking will be moderated by BJ Austin, reporter for KERA 90.1 radio.
The panel discussion will include a member from the city of Dallas Drilling Taskforce along with air, water, and natural gas experts to discuss the problems the region has faced with fracking-related issues.
The Dallas City Council is considering several major changes to our local gas drilling ordinance as to where and how drilling may take place in relation to homes, businesses, schools and parks. Come learn about the fracking process and its possible effects on the region’s air and water, the economy, impacts on human health and the environment.
The panel discussion is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters (Dallas, Irving, Plano, Richardson), the Memnosyne Foundation and the Dallas Sierra Club.
PLEASE BRING:
Chemical products for home use, paint and home repair products, automotive fluids & oil filters, lawn and garden chemicals, craft and hobby supplies, fluorescent light tubes, cleaners and polishes batteries of all kinds, aerosol sprays, pool chemicals.
DO NOT BRING:
Containers larger than 5 gallons, business or commercial waste, common trash or recyclables, explosives or ammunition, shock sensitive materials, radioactive materials, construction debris, smoke detectors, medical waste, medications
For residents of Dallas, Addison, DeSoto, Duncanville, Farmers Branch, Garland, Highland Park, Irving, Mesquite, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, Seagoville, Sunnyvale, University Park and unincorporated areas of Dallas County. Residents of all other cities pay $95 fee.
Bring driver's license and utility bill as proof of residence.
By composting we can reduce the amount of waste we send to the landfill. In fact, at least 30% of the material sent to the landfill is organic and could be composted at home. Composting at home is easy: Join us for a free class to learn how you can compost in your own backyard. Spaces are limited so please call us now at 214-670-4475 to reserve your seat.
Citizen Forester classes cover basic tree physiology, tree ID, proper planting and pruning techniques, insects and diseases, plus proper care and maintenance. For more information, email citizenforester@tx.rr.com or call 213-670-1509.
The city of Dallas is collecting televisions, toys, clothing and shoes, used books, scrap metal, tires, paper/cardboard, documents for shred, styrofoam, packaging foam, bubble/shrink wrap, clean plastic bags/packaging, appliances, batteries (automotive or alkaline), used oil (cooking or automotive), fluorescent and incandescent light bulbs, electronics (video games, compact discs, cell phones, computers, calculators, etc.). NO household hazardous chemicals or paint, building supplies, pharmaceuticals, furniture or mattresses. For more information, call 311 or the Waste Diversion Hotline at 214-670-4475.
Share your holiday gift giving with our feathered friends. Children of all ages are invited to make biodegradable bird treats ahead of time and bring them to the event to hang in the Garden’s Grove, providing food for wildlife and a little holiday cheer. This free event, complete with music and entertainment, is one of Fort Worth’s oldest holiday traditions.
Women in the Environment is a networking group for women conquering the challenges of the environmental industries. The annual Chocolate and Wine Mixer will be held at a member's home in Irving. Bring your favorite chocolate, munchies or a bottle of wine for sharing. RSVP: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3189404595
This class will consist of two of the primitive and sacred arts of making fire with materials found in nature, the bow drill and the hand drill. Both methods have been used by many different cultures around the world, who lived close to the earth, and are the most dependable ways of making fires without matches in a survival situation. Each student will carefully craft his/her own bow drill and hand drill set, using only a knife, and then work on proper form. There is nothing quite like the exhilarating feeling of creating fire from natural materials with your hands.
Participants need to bring their own drinking water, knife, and folding chair. Cost is $50. Registration information on website.