Recycling / Reuse

Learn the basics of backyard and vermi-composting to reduce the amount of waste sent to the landfill. Free.

Learn how to compost from an expert. Free.

Plano community gardeners share their experience. Free.

Learn the basics of backyard and vermi-composting to reduce the amount of waste sent to the landfill. Free. Central Market, 5750 Lovers Ln, Dallas. Register, city of Dallas: 214-670-4475 or Central Market info desk.

Held Mondays Jan. 28-March 4. Learn practical best green living practices. Hear from experts in the field, view award-winning films, and meet local environmentalists. Volunteer to share Plano’s message of sustainable lifestyles. All shades of green are welcome. Free.

Green Corps hosts this workshop that aims to teach skills needed to promote social and environmental change. Contact: Lisa Trope at 301-318-3892 or Lisa@greencorps.org.

Mark Frauenfelder, the editor-in-chief of Make magazine, the leading publication of the do-it-yourself movement, will speak as part of the museum's Celebrity Lecture Series. Adults/$12, children, seniors/$10.

Bring your old electronics for recycling. See website for complete list of items accepted. Free.

Bring items for reuse and recycling. The event will also offer secure paper shredding. Items accepted for recycling include e-waste, household batteries, ink cartridges, wire coat hangers, styrofoam packing peanuts, expired gift cards, prescription eye glasses. In addition items in usable condition will be accepted including: appliances, clothing, shoes, toys, games. The following items will not be accepted: hazardous waste, flammable products, large appliances, light bulbs, automobile parts, sleeper sofas. See website for a complete list of accepted items.

Green business professionals and environmentally minded residents meet monthly to network and learn about sustainable living. NOTE: The January is meeting is cancelled.