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Look for Us in the Community

Mar 01, 2025—Mar 31, 2025

Find us in the community this month! We’ll be at: Want to volunteer at these outreach events? Note: Some outreach events are available only to docents and will not appear on the sign up page above. To learn more and apply to our docent program, visit solanacenter.org/docent-program/.

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Look for Us in the Community

Mar 01, 2025—Mar 31, 2025

Find us in the community this month! We’ll be at: Want to volunteer at these outreach events? Note: Some outreach events are available only to docents and will not appear on the sign up page above. To learn more and apply to our docent program, visit solanacenter.org/docent-program/.

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UNINCORPORATED COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY – Master Composter Course – El Cajon

Mar 15, 2025 9:00AM—Apr 12, 2025 12:00PM

The Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, CA 92019

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Please note, the waitlist for this course is closed. We are accepting registrations from residents from Unincorporated San Diego County ONLY. Become a Master Composter! Join us at the beautiful Water Conservation Garden to gain in-depth composting knowledge to expand your sustainable gardening practices. You can earn a certificate of completion after attending all 5…

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March Green Living Tour

Mar 29, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM

Solana Center for Environmental Innovation 137 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024

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Join us for our Green Living Tour, to learn about our programs, and how to live more sustainably!  Every small action adds up and creates a big positive impact for tackling our current environmental challenges. This guided one-hour tour of our headquarters in Encinitas explores simple solutions you can implement in your life. See sustainability in action as…

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All About Composting with Worms Workshop – Encinitas

Apr 23, 2025 6:30PM—8:30PM

San Diego Botanic Garden 300 Quail Gardens Drive at, Ecke Ranch Rd Encinitas, CA 92024

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Vermicomposting (worm composting) has a benefit for everyone, whether you want to divert kitchen scraps from the landfill, compost in small spaces, or create a natural fertilizer for your plants. Join us at the San Diego Botanic Garden to learn how to start and maintain a happy home for red wiggler worms. In this workshop, we…

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Food Hacks That Prevent Waste Webinar

Apr 30, 2025 6:00PM—7:00PM

Virtual

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Solana Center’s knowledgeable speakers will present practical solutions for reducing food waste in your home, and discuss how incorporating these practices into your daily life can be a great way to help the environment and save money. You have the power to reduce food waste by making small changes to your daily life and habits. …

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Manure Composting for Backyard Farmers Workshop – Alpine

May 03, 2025 10:30AM—12:30PM

Alpine Library, 1752 Alpine Boulevard, Alpine, CA 91901

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Are you a backyard farmer with a flock of chickens or a small herd of goats, horses, llamas, or maybe a cow? Learn how to properly dispose of your feathered or furry friends’ manure. Join us to learn how composting manure can benefit your garden, our waterways, your budget, and the planet. In this presentation,…

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All About Composting With Worms – Bonsall

May 03, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Bonsall Community Center, 31505 Old River Rd, Bonsall, CA 92003

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Vermicomposting (worm composting) has a benefit for everyone, whether you want to divert kitchen scraps from the landfill, compost in small spaces, or create a natural fertilizer for your plants. Join us at the Bonsall Community Center to learn how to start and maintain a happy home for red wiggler worms. All pre-registered attendees who…

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UNINCORPORATED COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY – In-Ground Composting with Worms Workshop – Pine Valley

May 10, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Pine Valley Library, 28804 Old Highway 80, Pine Valley, CA 91962

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Vermicomposting (worm composting) has benefits for everyone, whether you want to divert kitchen scraps from the landfill, compost in small spaces, or create a natural fertilizer for your plants. In-ground worm composting is especially suited to San Diego County’s climate, and is more resilient to the temperature extremes we face, especially during dry, hot months.…

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Manure Composting for Ranchers & Farmers Workshop – Valley Center

May 10, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Road, Valley Center, CA 92082

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Learn how you can save money and reduce pests by composting your livestock manure! Composting manure helps protect your local watershed, prevents pollution in waterways, and produces a fantastic soil amendment. Composting is easy and inexpensive and can help reduce flies, odors, and waterway contamination. Using composted manure on your garden and landscaping will also…

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Food Hacks That Prevent Waste Workshop – San Diego

May 14, 2025 5:30PM—7:00PM

Mountain View Community Center, 641 S Boundary St. San Diego, CA 92113

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Solana Center’s knowledgeable speakers will present practical solutions for reducing food waste in your home, and discuss how incorporating these practices into your daily life can be a great way to help the environment and save money. You have the power to reduce food waste by making small changes to your daily life and habits. …

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Zero Waste Textile Expo 2025 – Encinitas Community Center

Mar 23, 2025 1:00PM—4:00PM

Encinitas Community and Senior Center 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr Encinitas, CA 92024