We Compost: Community Action for Zero Food Waste
6:00-7:00 pm Wednesday, Sept. 16
Washougal United Methodist Church (4020 M St, Washougal)
Turn your food scraps into something valuable! Join us to learn how Clark County’s We Compost Community Hubs make it easy and free to keep food waste out of the landfill. You’ll discover where to drop off your scraps, how the program is making a difference in our community, and simple tips to prevent odors, fruit flies, mold, and other “ick factor” challenges.
Participants will receive a free kitchen compost pail while supplies last.
Zero Waste: Everyday Ways to Cut Household Trash
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4:30-5:30pm Thursday,Sept. 24
Camas Public Library (625 NE 4th Ave, Camas)
Discover simple, practical ways to reduce waste throughout your day, especially at home. This one-hour class introduces easy waste reduction habits, including smart shopping, reuse techniques and recycling tips. Learn how small changes can reduce your household’s trash and environmental impact. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking for realistic ways to live more sustainably.
DIY Eco-friendly Cleaners: Create a Healthier Home, Save Money
6-7:30pm Wednesday,Sept. 30
Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver)
Make your own simple, safe, low‑waste cleaning products in this hands‑on workshop. You’ll create an all‑purpose spray, a window cleaner, and a gentle scrub using ingredients and reusable containers provided in class. These DIY cleaners help you reduce household toxins and packaging waste.
Participants are eligible for an eco-friendly cleaning kit.
Low‑waste Chef: Reduce Food Waste, Save Money
6-7:30pm Wednesday, Oct. 7
Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver)
Learn how you can reduce your everyday food waste. Get easy meal‑planning ideas, tips for storing food so it lasts longer and creative ways to maximize ingredients. Build habits that minimize waste, save money and support more sustainable cooking—without major changes to your routine.
Bokashi Composting: Ferment Food Scraps for Your Soil Factory
6-7:30pm Wednesday, Oct. 14
Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver)
Bokashi is a practical option for keeping food scraps out of the landfill and creating a soil‑building material in a small, contained system. Learn how Bokashi bins use an airtight, low‑odor fermentation process to compost food scraps in a compact setup. This workshop covers what organic materials can be added, how the fermentation works and how to use a soil “factory” to complete the composting process.
Worm Bin Composting: Turn Scraps into Soil
6-7:30pm Wednesday, Oct. 21
Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver)
Worm bins are compact and low‑odor, making them ideal for garages, covered outdoor spaces, or other protected areas where you want a small composting system. Discover how worm bins can transform kitchen scraps into a nutrient‑rich soil addition for gardens and houseplants. This workshop covers bin setup, care, what materials to add, troubleshooting and how to harvest your finished compost.
Backyard Composting: Find A Compost System to Fit Your Yard
6-7:30pm Wednesday, Oct. 28
Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver)
Backyard composting is a flexible way to transform yard debris and food scraps into a valuable soil amendment that supports healthy gardens. Explore the essentials of outdoor composting using bins, piles, tumblers and layered systems. Learn how to balance materials, manage moisture, troubleshoot common issues and use finished compost in your landscape.
Gardening With Compost: Feed Your Soil Naturally
6-7:30pm Wednesday, Nov. 4
Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver)
Learn practical ways to use compost to improve soil structure, support plant growth, and increase water retention. This workshop explains how and when to apply compost in vegetable beds, lawns, container gardens and other landscapes. Discover simple techniques that help plants thrive while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers.
Low Waste Holiday: Save Money, Make Memories
Kid Friendly
Celebrate the season sustainably—and more meaningfully. This interactive workshop shares simple ways to cut holiday waste while shifting the focus from buying “stuff” to creating experiences, family traditions, and lasting memories.
We’ll cover low‑waste decorating ideas, thoughtful experience‑based gift alternatives, and practical tips for planning holiday meals and managing seasonal leftovers.
Then families can get creative together with a hands‑on craft activity using rescued materials to make upcycled ornaments, bookmarks, and gift tags from repurposed vinyl records and other reclaimed supplies.
A fun, practical way to enjoy the holidays with less waste and more connection.
