PTA and Parent-Child Education Programs

The Solid Waste Management District offers educational programming geared for families, school enrichment programs, "science night" sessions, or PTA programs.  The workshops are designed for parents and children to learn about local issues and participate in hands-on activities.  These programs can be scheduled when it is convenient for your group.  Email Sue Magness or call her at (513) 946-7736 if you have questions or would like to schedule.

Worm Bin Composting

Cost: $10 per family ($60 value)

Using red worms and microorganisms to break down organic matter, you can bury your food scraps and harvest vermicompost in three to four months!  Come learn the essentials about vermicompost from the experts from the Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District and the Soil and Water Conservation District. Participants will put together a worm bin to take home (including worms), learn a ton about worms and maintaining a worm bin, and receive a copy of Worms Eat My Garbage by Mary Applehof.

Planet-Friendly Parties

Cost: $5 per student

Give everyone you know the gift of learning how to party more and consume less when you make the effort to keep your parties green.  The best way to lead is by example!  During this 45-minute program you’ll learn about many great ideas to use at your next birthday party, scout meeting, or classroom or holiday get-together.  Workshop participants will make and take a cool keepsake that will serve as a reminder that reusing things is fun and smart.  A take home list of earth-friendly party tips will help you to think green when planning your party’s location, menu, and activities.  This workshop is presented by Michelle White of Crystal Clear Science.

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Healthy Soil and Green Thumbs

Cost: $3 per family/container

Smart gardeners know that having healthy soil is the most important part of starting a successful garden.  One of the most important ingredients in healthy soil is organic matter.  Learn the basics of outdoor composting: what it is, how to do it, and what to do with it once you have it. Participants will screen compost and then use it to create a compost potting mix.  You will use the mix to plant a container with herbs and edible flowers to take home.  This workshop is presented by the Solid Waste Management District and the Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati.