Education
Current & Upcoming
“All We Can Save” Sustainability Circle – Virtual Online Sessions
Jan 13, 2025 6:00PM—Apr 07, 2025 7:30PM
Online (Zoom link shared upon registration)
RegisterAre you hungry for deeper dialogue about the climate crisis and building community around solutions? We are too! Back by popular demand after the very successful in-person and online circles in 2022/2023, we’re offering a second series of “All We Can Save” Circles – Like a book club, but a cooler, deeper version. Let’s strengthen the “we” in All We…
View More“All We Can Save” Sustainability Circle – In Person (Encinitas)
Jan 15, 2025 6:00PM—May 21, 2025 8:30PM
Solana Center for Environmental Innovation 137 N. El Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024
RegisterAre you hungry for deeper dialogue about the climate crisis and building community around solutions? We are too! Back by popular demand after the very successful in-person and online circles in 2022/2023, we’re offering a second series of “All We Can Save” Circles – Like a book club, but a cooler, deeper version. Let’s strengthen the “we” in All We…
View MoreIn-Ground Composting With Worms Workshop – Borrego Springs
Jan 18, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM
Borrego Art Institute, 665 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
RegisterComposting with worms, also known as vermicomposting, 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…
View MoreCommercial Food Waste Compliance Webinar
Jan 22, 2025 2:00PM—3:00PM
Virtual - Anywhere in the World
RegisterCalifornia’s groundbreaking food waste prevention legislation SB 1383 is now in full effect across San Diego County. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their food waste, business leaders may wonder: how can we comply, and how will this affect our bottom line? This webinar will address the questions and concerns members of…
View MoreRain Barrel & Water Harvesting Workshop for City of San Diego Residents
Jan 25, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM
North Clairemont Recreation Center, 4421 Bannock Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
RegisterResidents of San Diego are invited to join this free workshop to learn about all the benefits of rain barrels and best practices for rainwater collection. Pre-order a rain barrel for pickup at the distribution event following the hands-on workshop! This workshop is for City of San Diego residents only and will be detailing rebates and…
View MoreJanuary Green Living Tour
Jan 26, 2025 10:00AM—11:00AM
Solana Center for Environmental Innovation 137 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024
RegisterJoin 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…
View MoreBackyard Composting Basics Workshop – Fallbrook
Feb 22, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM
Fallbrook Library, 124 S Mission Rd, Fallbrook, CA 92028
RegisterJoin Solana Center for this 2-hour workshop where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Perfect for beginners. All pre-registered attendees who are residents of…
View MoreBackyard Composting Basics Workshop – Bonita
Mar 01, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM
Sweetwater Community Garden, 5354 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902
RegisterJoin Solana Center for this 2-hour workshop where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Perfect for beginners. All pre-registered attendees who are residents of…
View MoreRaising Backyard Chickens Workshop – Spring Valley
Mar 08, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM
Spring Valley Branch Library, 836 Kempton St, Spring Valley, CA, 91977
RegisterDid you know chickens can improve the quality of your soil, reduce waste, and help save you money? Join us to learn all about raising backyard chickens in this FREE workshop! Solana Center’s experienced educators will teach you the basics of how to raise chickens at home. There are many benefits of having your…
View MoreMaster 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
RegisterBecome 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 weeks, then go on to receive the Master Composter certification and badge after completing the additional requirements! Meet new people in…
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