Learn about creating change through your investments. Jason Smith III of Edward Jone will be available to answer your questions on how to invest green. In addition, a representative from the Sierra Club will discuss the Fort Worth Plastic Bag Ban.
Happy Hour & appetizers. Admission donation: new unwrapped toys. Info: Joan Meeks @ 817-300-6958.
Gardening is for the birds -- and lizards, squirrels and more. Your garden can become a buffet for wildlife. Learn how with director of horticulture Roger Sanderson. $15.
Thousands of miles away from civilization, Midway Atoll is in one of the most remote places on earth. And yet its become ground zero for The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, syphoning plastics from three distant continents. In this independent documentary film, journalist/filmmaker Angela Sun travels on a personal journey of discovery to uncover this mysterious phenomenon. Along the way she meets scientists, researchers, influencers, and volunteers whom shed light on the effects of our rabid plastic consumption and learns the problem is more insidious than we could have ever imagined.
Presented by the Green Spot. $12. Limited seating. Reserve your tickets on website link.
Learn about current environmental campaigns in Texas, share your environmental concerns, and plan for progress in Fort Worth. Coordinator: Rachel Stone
For residents of Dallas, Addison, DeSoto, Duncanville, Farmers Branch, Garland, Highland Park, Irving, Mesquite, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, Seagoville, Sunnyvale, University Park and unicorporated Dallas County. Bring your driver's license and utility bill as proof of address. Info: 214-670-4475
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
Aerosol sprays
Batteries of all kinds
Cleaners and polishes
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
Medications
Smoke detectors
Medical waste
Construction debris
Volunteers needed to help tend wildflower and butterfly gardens, perform maintenance on soft surface trails and pick up litter. Info: friendsofosgray@ gmail.com
Student group promotes vegan/vegetarian lifestyle and animal welfare. Info: alexandria.kaye@yahoo.com
Drop off documents for shredding, as well as tires, batteries, light bulbs and electronics. Proof of residence, such as a driver's license or water bill, is required. No business waste will be accepted. Free. Info: 817-392-1234.
Michael Smith of the Crosstimbers Connection Group will speak about Texas reptiles and amphibians-natural history and conservation. Socialize with members after the meeting at Gingerman, 3716 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth.
BRIT is open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for public tours (beginning at 10:30 a.m.), exhibits, and self-guided tours of its LEED Platinum building.
Visitors may also explore the pocket prairie, geology wall, braided gardens and wetland area.
In addition, each First Saturday will feature a unique selection of programs and entertainment focused around a particular theme. These programs will include lectures, book chats, exhibits, classes / demonstrations, and more.
Free.
UPDATE: Cancelled due to inclement weather predictions.