Holding on to a broken item you’re not ready to give up on? Here’s your chance to make them as good as new! Join us for the next Repair Café on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty. Hosted by Re.Use.Full, this free event brings together […]
Have a broken item at home that you’re not quite ready to give up on? Instead of tossing it out, bring it to the next Repair Café on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty. Hosted by Re.Use.Full, the Repair Café is a free event where skilled […]
From carving spooky faces to baking seasonal treats, pumpkins are the star of many fall traditions. As fall festivities wind down, don’t just toss them out! Instead of sending your pumpkins to the landfill, carve out a more sustainable solution. Take advantage of composting opportunities in Overland Park throughout November and help squash the waste! […]
Get ready to recycle, donate and responsibly dispose of unwanted items at the Recycling Extravaganza on Saturday, October 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Black & Veatch Campus, located at 11401 Lamar. This event is your chance to clean out your home while keeping reusable items out of landfills. Whether you have […]
Get ready to hit the pavement and pick up trash! This October, Overland Park is taking part in the Kansas City Plogtober competition, and we need your help to represent Johnson County. “Plogging” is a Swedish practice that combines jogging with picking up litter. It’s a fun way to stay active while helping to keep […]
As the vibrant colors of fall begin to transform your yard into a picturesque scene, the task of managing fallen leaves can seem daunting. Raking and bagging leaves can be labor-intensive. Some alternatives can benefit your yard and the environment. Benefits of Leaving Leaves One of the easiest and most sustainable ways to tackle fall […]