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Greetings!
We at KALB hope you are having a great start to your summer!
If any of our projects or programs are of interest to you and you'd like more information, we welcome you to contact us!
Please enjoy the information you find in this newsletter, then pass it on to someone who may not receive it.
Lynne Hart
Executive Coordinator
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| Ruby McCartney Officially Named Plant Manager
Ruby McCartney was recently named Plant Manager of our recycling center, and we couldn't be more pleased to have her in that position.
Ruby has been with KALB since 2010, and has held the position of Acting Plant Manager since November, 2012. She comes to the position with a wide range of experience managing her own businesses, organizing events, overseeing budgets, and many valuable talents we continue to discover!
If you haven't had the pleasure of meeting Ruby, stop by the Recycling Center and say hello!
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Duck and Run 5K and Fun Run
September 21st
September 21st sounds far away now, but it will be here before we know it!
This year's race will be our 10th Duck and Run 5K and we're hoping to make this our best yet!
If you are an early bird, pre-registration is open at Active.com. Registration on line at KeepAthensLimestoneBeautiful.com will be available soon.
For event details and registration information click HERE
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Farmer's Market Renovation Team 
A group of individuals interested in making our Farmer's Market even more wonderful have begun the process.
A $20,000 grant was awarded to KALB for the purpose of adding green space, landscaping, and a community garden to the market property.
Our biggest challenge will be developing our raised bed gardens. We are learning a great deal about how to make them as organic and possible, and will continue to learn as we go through this process. We will grow a variety of produce to be given to a local organization for distribution to needy families and seniors.
If you are savvy about organic gardens or have a desire to be part of this work in progress, please let us know.
You will soon see sidewalks and curbing work being done, and green space improvements. Never fear! This work will not disrupt activities at the Farmer's Market, so make your plans to visit the market weekly, gather with friends, and shop for wonderful produce, baked goods, and other delights!
The improved landscaping, sidewalks and gardens will just add to the charm of our Farmer's Market, and we can't wait!
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Environmental Superhero Training
Over 100 area Cub Scouts recently attended a week long summer camp held at Point Mallard. Members of  the KALB staff were on hand to teach the scouts how to become Environmental Superheroes!
Their first lesson centered around recycling. We taught our superheroes that each time they recycle, they are doing their part to save the world!
So what do we really save? Here are just a few examples:
Aluminum Cans
Last year, Americans recycled 61 billion aluminum cans, saving the energy equivalent of 17 million barrels of crude oil. Aluminum is infinitely recyclable into new aluminum cans, saving raw materials.
Plastic Bottles
Producing new plastic from recycled material uses only two-thirds of the energy required to manufacture it from raw materials, meaning we can save a whole lot of energy and crude oil by recycling plastic. Plastics recycled at our center are sold to Custom Polymers PET right here in Athens; however, our materials only keep them busy 2 hours per month. They must purchase materials from across the country and beyond to support demand for their product (and provide local jobs). We can do so much better locally! Remember: Our recycling center will continue to take #1-#7 plastic containers after the city's curbside services change. Don't sort it out, just bring it all to us!
Batteries
Recycling both rechargeable and single-use batteries saves water, energy and natural resources. But the No. 1 reason to avoid tossing batteries in the trash is to prevent potentially toxic metals from contaminating local ecosystems. Just bring them to the Recycling Center during business hours!
Glass
Like aluminum, glass can be infinitely recycled back into new containers. An estimated 80 percent of reclaimed glass is processed through bottle-to-bottle recycling, and it can take as little as 30 days for a glass bottle to go from the recycling bin to a supermarket shelf. Recycled glass is substituted for up to 70 percent of raw materials in manufacturing. REMEMBER: Our recycling center will continue to take glass bottles and jars, even after the city's curbside service changes. Just bring them to our drop-off center!
For information on all materials accepted at the Athens-Limestone Recycling Center, click HERE
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Outdoor Events?
Make Them Clean and Green 
With warm weather arriving, there will be lots more outdoor events going on. They may be church or community events, a picnic at the park, or a pool party in your own back yard.
KALB has a Clean and Green program to help encourage litter control and recycling at outdoor events. This program includes helpful hints for personal events as well as assistance with larger outdoor community events.
Plan Ahead
The most important thing to do is plan ahead. Think about the products you will be using. Can you choose something more earth-friendly such as replacing Styrofoam plates and cups with something that can be recycled or reused?
Have a container for recycling next to your trash container(s) and let your guests know that recycling is available. Keep a watchful eye on your trash and recycling containers so they don't overflow. This will help prevent litter and encourage your guests to use the correct containers. If the trash can is overflowing, trash may end up in your recycling bin.
Leave No Trace
If your event takes place at a public park, at the river, or another public location, be sure to take time to remove all trash and other evidence that you've been there. Leave no trace of your visit behind.
Contact us for additional information on Clean and Green events, or for help with an outdoor community event.
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Be on the LOOKOUT!
Soon you will see trailers for cardboard recycling at the following
COUNTY LOCATIONS:
East Limestone H.S.
Owens Elementary
Ardmore High School
If these trailers are properly utilized (no trash, no Styrofoam, boxes broken down), there may be more placed in additional county locations!
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 Ardmore Kids Day in the Park - June 15th 9 a.m. - noon John Barnes Park in TN. This community event for kids under 12 is hosted by the City and Town of Ardmore. Bring the kids for fun, hot dogs, games, and much more. Info 931-427-5523. The Flashbacks Concert
June 15 at 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM)
Yesterdays Event Center, Athens, AL. The Flashbacks perform your all time favorite hits from the 70's and 80's, with a little 60's, Motown, and Disco included. Show admission is $15, E-mail reservations to info@yesterdaysevents.com are required. There will be a complete country dinner available including drink and dessert for $9.95. What Women AUTO Know Jun 18 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Bring your lunch or get a snack at the Undergrounds Coffee Shop at this Lunch and Learn that will help you get the respect you deserve from your mechanic. Learn the basics of car care in this lunch series. Class is at the Center for Lifelong Learning. The fee is $10. For more information or to register call 256-233-8260 or go online at www.athens.edu/CLL
Singing on the Square sponsored by Champion Chevrolet
Jun 21 at 6:00 PM
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the free concert featuring Dixie Blue Grass Boys and Tilford Sellers and the Wagon Burners. Contact 256-232-5411.
Smokin' Railroad Street BBQ Cook-off Jun 21-22
9:00 AM Saturday
Elkmont Lions Club invites you to a day of fun and delicious food. Music on Friday Night at 7:00 PM. Cook-off times: People's Choice - 10:30 AM; Chicken - 12:00 PM; Ribs - 12:30 PM. Concession stand will be selling BBQ sandwiches/plate/drinks. People's Choice tickets $1.00
2nd Annual Sam Gibbons Walking Horse Show
June 21 at 7:00 PM
The Alabama Veterans Museum invites you to attend their 2nd Annual Sam Gibbons Walking Horse Show at the Sheriff's Arena on Highway 99 in Athens. For more information contact Museum Director Sandy Thompson 256-771-7578 or email sndy6732@aol.com. Fancy Cupcakes, ages 8-15 Jun 22 at 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Learn how to make the coolest cupcakes ever! Starting with one or two cupcakes you can make clowns, puppies, or designer specials. All supplies provided. Campers will take home their projects to share with their families. Class is at the Center for Lifelong Learning. The fee is $35. For more information or to register call 256-233-8260 or go online at www.athens.edu/CLL.
Special Needs Rodeo
June 23, 2013 from 3pm until 5pm
The Limestone County Sheriff's Office will be hosting the annual Special Needs Rodeo at the Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo Arena on Hwy 99. This year's scheduled Special Needs activities for May 17 were cancelled due to weather. An invitation is extended to all our Special Needs clients that had originally planned to attend this past Friday. All activities will be free of charge. Information: Sheriff Mike Blakely 256-232-0111. Adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood Jun 24-28 at 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Using the classic literature of A.A. Milne, this camp will introduce students to creating character through body movement, posture, facial expression, voice tone, and gestures with special focus on "telling the story." Camp is limited to 15 so register early. The fee is $65. This camp is offered at the Center for Lifelong Learning. For more information or to register call 256-233-8260 or go online at www.athens.edu/CLL. Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival Jun 27 - Aug 3rd on Thursday-Saturday night of each weekend, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM (CLOSED JULY 4TH)
Concessions available. Each of the rides is just one $.5o ticket. ll For more information or updates see our Facebook Page also: Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival.
Athens Fireworks Show
Jul 4 Come and enjoy the annual Fire Works Show at Athens High School. Contact 256-232-5411.
Alabama Veterans Museum Coffee Call Jul 6 at 8:00 AM
All veterans are invited to the museum for breakfast and a time of fellowship with fellow veterans. Contact 256-771-7578.
Cruise In
Jul 6 at 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The monthly Cruise In is held the 1st Saturday night of each month - Apr - Oct. Bring your antique vehicle and park around the square. Enjoy delicious dishes offered by our downtown restaurants. Come early and check out the great buys at the downtown businesses. Be sure and get you an ice cream cone at Limestone Drug or milk shake at Kreme Delight. Make it a family night. Contact Tom at 256-457-9179. |
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