This program covers the basics and benefits of rainwater harvesting and the effects stormwater has on the environment. Participants will learn how to collect and utilize rainwater at home and construct a 55-gallon rain barrel. Cost: $50/per barrel.
Learn to create and install a sustainable landscape or garden. Learn proper soil preparation, native and adaptive plant selection and how to design and plan a small or large project. Plant list provided. Free.
Dallas Interfaith Power & Light promotes love, justice and care for creation through local action, education, and dialogue about climate stewardship.
Workshop to equip you to launch a fun, dynamic and effective school environmental program. Pairs or teams from schools are encouraged to attend together. Free.
Learn the basics of turning that garden debris into garden gold through composting. $5/residents, $9/nonresidents.
Learn bokashi - a traditional Japanese fermentation practice that will allow you to compost even meat and dairy leftovers indoors. Cost: $5/residents, $9/nonresidents.
Learn about going gas-free. Free.
Discover how to start collecting water and where to find materials for rainwater harvesting. Free.
Free three-day event featuring screenings at six venues with almost 40 documentaries and children’s films. Films focus on issues such as food, water, natural resources and people making a difference.
For a complete listing of films, locations, times and film summaries, visit website.
Contact: Fran Witte at fwitte@cityofirving.org.
Learn about cactus and succulents and tour the cactus gardens. Cost: $5. Pre-registration is required: Billie Hammack at blhammack@ag.tamu.edu or 817-884-1296.