Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District-
The Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District is a County organization, established by State law, responsible for ensuring that the County achieves State mandated goals for recycling and waste reduction. The District achieves these goals through the implementation of waste reduction Programs targeted to residents, communities, businesses, and schools.
This year the District is launching 3 major recycling and compost programs that are free to all Hamilton County, Ohio residents. The first program which began March 23rd and will continue until November 24th, allows residents to drop off their yard trimmings to be composted at 3 different locations. The second program which began on April 20th and will continue through November 2nd, allows residents to drop-off household hazardous waste to encourage proper disposal of these items. Finally, beginning May 4th and continuing through October 26th, residents can bring any and all computer and TV items to be recycled. Don't miss these great FREE programs!
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Calendar
 There are lots of great events happening, so be sure to check out the GU Calendar!
Sat, May 4th: 11:00am-3:00pm
Hosted by: Civic Garden Center
Sat, May 4th: 9:30am-11:30am
Hosted by: Great Miami Rowing Center
Sat, May 4th: 10:00am-12:00pm
Hosted by: Hamilton County Park District
Sat, May 4th: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Hosted by: Sisters of Charity
Sat, May 4th: 8:00pm-9:30pm
Hosted by: Cincinnati Astronomical Society
Sun, May 5th: Noon
Hosted by: Imago and Community Earth Alliance
Wed, May 8th at 7:00am through May 9th at 5:00 pm
Hosted by: USZWBC
Now-May 24th
Hosted by: Four Seasons Marina and Manhattan Harbour
Now-June 1st: 12:30pm-2:00pm
Hosted by: The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center
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On Thursday May 30th at 7:30 pm Cincinnati Past Plastic will be hosting a film screening of the documentary Bag-It. The showing will be hosted at the Esquire on Ludlow and is FREE! Register by clicking Cincinnati Past Plastic.
Dragon Boat Racing- The Kentucky Thorough-Breasts is the tri-states' first breast cancer survivor dragon boat racing team and they have brought the sport of dragon racing to NKY. Come join a team, form a team, or volunteer today! Click on Dragon Boat Racing to participate.
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Action Team
Meeting Schedules
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Get Involved Today... Join an Action Team!
Wednesday, May 8,
from 3:30-5:00 pm at 4138 Hamilton Ave, Suite D, Cincinnati.
Tuesday, June 11, from 5:30-7:00 pm at 421 Oak St.
Monday, June 3rd, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm at the Civic Garden Center
Thursday, June 6, from 8:30 - 10:30 am at REI in Rookwood Commons, Cincinnati
Thursday, May 23rd, 8:00 am - 9:00 am at Neyer Properties, 2135 Dana Ave, #200, Cincinnati.
Thursday, May 16th, 1:00 at 4138 Hamilton Ave, Suite D, Cincinnati
Friday, May 17, 12:00 - 1:30 pm at 250 William Howard Taft, Cincinnati
Friday, June 7, from 9:00 am - 10:30 am at Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services |
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Look out for the above image on dozens of billboards in the area to promote bike safety during Bike Month!
Good Afternoon and thanks for checking out the E-news!
Special thank you to Panera Bread and all who purchased the Earth Day tumbler for a very successful fundraiser! Don't forget you can
 still enjoy free coffee refills through May 15th at your local Panera!
Please send your events, articles, press releases, feedback to me at GreenNews@GreenUmbrella.org.
Elyse Wergers, Intern and Green News Writer |
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Green Umbrella's Summit is Friday!
With only two days to go until the Green Umbrella Annual Summit it's still not to late to attend! Online registration is now closed but walk-in registration is still available. You don't want to miss this great opportunity to hear updates from the Action Teams as well as keynote speaker, Robert Buchanan, co-founder of Polar Bears International! Please join us May 3rd at the Crossroads Community Church from 8:00 am-1:00 pm!
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Cincinnati- "We're greener than we seem"
"Greater Cincinnati is on the leading edge of the green movement-maybe not in showy ways like curbside composting or light rail, but in the green you don't see." According to a recent article by the Cincinnati Enquirer, Cincinnati is 10 years ahead of others in sustainability. For many, this may come as a surprise, but Cincinnati continues to grow and become a sustainability leader for our region.
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2013 Ohio Stormwater Conference
Come join the Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners, the Mill Creek Watershed Council of Communities and the Ohio Stormwater Association present the 2013 Ohio Stormwater Conference on May 9th-10th. The 2013 Conference is expected to be the biggest one yet with over 70 exhibitors and 75 speakers over five tracks of concurrent sessions. You don't want to miss this informative Conference!
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U.S. Zero Waste National Business Conference
On Wednesday May 8th through Thursday May 9th, the U.S. Zero Waste Business Council (USZWBC) is hosting the only national conference focused solely on Zero Waste business success stories, challenges, needs, and opportunities. This year's annual conference will focus on Zero Waste business operations, economics and policies for professionals from all business sectors allowing professionals to gain practical knowledge, explore new business opportunities, and learn how to create healthier, more productive and more efficient businesses.
For more information and to register click HERE!
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Boat Shrink Wrap Recycling
Still have boat shrink wrap leftover from the winter? Don't worry you still have time to join Green Umbrella, Cohen USA, the Cincinnati Sail & Power Squadron, Southern Ohio Marine Trade Association, Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District, and Campbell County Solid Waste to keep the shrink wrap out of landfills. Cohen collection bins are located at Four Seasons Marina and Manhattan Harbor (Dayton, KY) and the program will continue until May 24th!
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Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati
Come join the Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati during the month of May at four public forum events throughout the region to introduce their new health promotion funding emphasis. Come give your input to ensure that their programs continue to be a catalyst for improving our communities health and are addressing areas the areas of greatest need.
Click HERE for a list of dates and locations. Please attend the meeting that is most convenient to you!
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The Civic Garden Center's Plant Sale is Almost Here!
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In the News
Columnist: Cities and Food: Quandary, Opportunity
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Volunteer Opportunities
Recycling at the Taste of Cincinnati -Thanks to our Waste Reduction Action Team, The Taste of Cincinnati will recycle at this year's event on May 25th-27th! Volunteers are crucial for educating patrons on what can be recycled and for transporting the recyclables to Rumpke's recycling truck. To learn more, click here!
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Visit the Green Umbrella website to check out our regional calendar of "green" events, to find out about the 8 action teams, and to learn more about our 200+ active members!
Please forward this e-newsletter to folks in your organization or business so they will get all this great information as well!
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