DATE: November 6, 2009
CONTACT: Odette Reza-Brown, Waste and Recycling Services
PHONE: 954-474-1837
EMAIL: orezabrown@broward.org
In recognition of "America Recycles Day," Broward County Waste and Recycling Services and Partner Cities are devoting the entire month of November to raising awareness of the important role recycling plays in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and slowing climate change. America Recycles Day is celebrated nationally on November 15 to encourage Americans to make a commitment to the environment by recycling and buying recycled products.
One of the most exciting events is the introduction of "All-In-One" (single-stream) recycling to Broward County residents. "All-In-One" lets residents mix paper, plastic bottles, metal and glass recyclables together in the same recycling container, making recycling easier than ever.
Look for all these ways you can make a difference, throughout November.
Community Information Displays
October 26 - November 15, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Visit Broward County Waste and Recycling Services displays to learn about the new way to recycle. Two locations: Broward County Governmental Center Lobby, 115 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, and Broward County Government Center West Lobby, 1 N. University Dr., Plantation.
November 12, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
"Wonderful World of Waste" presentation, 11 a.m.- noon, at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Explore the value of recycling and how residential waste is disposed of in Broward County. Prizes to be awarded are made of recycled materials. Call 954-474-1851 to reserve a spot, walk-ins welcome. From noon to 3 p.m., visit the Waste and Recycling Services booth and pledge to recycle. Free giveaways!
Free Electronics Recycling Drop-Off
November 14, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Free Electronics Recycling Drop-Off at the Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Dispose of used electronics for free at this special electronics recycling event presented by Broward County Waste and Recycling Services and Partner Cities and hosted by the Museum of Discovery and Science, which opens at 10 a.m. Bring televisions, computers, monitors, keyboards, printers, fax machines and cell phones. Proof of Broward County residency required. Visit the 99.9 KISS Country booth from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a chance to spin the wheel and win a prize. No business-generated materials accepted.
Special Events
November 14, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Recycle Mania! at Young At Art Children's Museum, 11584 W. State Road 84, Davie, $1 off admission -- November 14 only -- when you bring a bag filled with clean recyclable items (valid for up to four people). Environmental activities include creating cereal box sculptures, recycled fashions and logos, face painting and more. Stop by Broward County Waste and Recycling Services' booth for a free prize.
November 15, Noon - 6 p.m.
Broward Recycles Day at the Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Explore the science behind saving the planet through energy conservation, recycling and eco-friendly management of waste. Enjoy recycling and conservation science presentations, a recycling relay race, paper-making and more.
November 18, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Pledge to Recycle at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Stop by the Waste and Recycling Services booth and sign a pledge to recycle. Learn about the new "All-In-One" recycling program. Free giveaways.
November 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Celebrate "Broward Recycles" at Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood. Visit the Waste and Recycling Services booth and learn about "All-In-One" recycling. Recycling crafts, relay race and prizes for kids. Special "Wonderful World of Waste" presentation for children will be presented 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
For a complete calendar, visit www.broward.org/waste, or call 954-765-4999 for details. To pledge to recycle online, visit www.americarecyclesday.org.
"America Recycles" events and activities are brought to you by Broward County Waste and Recycling Services and Partner Cities. Partner Cities include Coconut Creek, Cooper City, Coral Springs, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Hillsboro Beach, Hollywood, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Lauderdale Lakes, Lauderhill, Lazy Lake, Lighthouse Point, Margate, Miramar, North Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Pembroke Park, Plantation, Sea Ranch Lakes, Southwest Ranches, Sunrise, Tamarac, Unincorporated Broward County, Weston, West Park and Wilton Manors.
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