All ages are welcome to join Santa Rosa Water for a litter-busting party on Santa Rosa Creek at the Prince Memorial Greenway, as part of the annual state-wide Coastal Cleanup Day. This restored section of creek is really a gem in the heart of downtown with an active trail system. Large trees and deep pools are home to a wide variety of aquatic and terrestrial species including heron, steelhead trout, and river otters! We’ll make trash cleanup extra fun and satisfying with a competition and prizes for your finds. This is a popular event with a big positive impact.

This exciting event will spotlight a variety of homes that have embraced electrification and sustainable practices, offering attendees a firsthand look at the benefits of replacing gas-powered appliances with cleaner, more efficient electric alternatives. Gain valuable insights from tour hosts on appliance selection, contractor decisions, installation processes, tax credits and incentives, making your transition to electric living informed and cost-effective. Attendees will have the chance to see firsthand a wide variety of electric appliances and environmentally-conscious home upgrades including energy-efficient heat pumps for heating and cooling, heat pump water heaters, induction cooktops, rainwater catchments, compost bins, electric vehicles (EVs), solar…

Do you have a large item you need to part ways with? Or maybe some loved objects that need a new home? Come to the Reuse Bazaar! Bring your items or just shop (for free) what others bring. Once the event concludes, as many items as possible will be donated to local thrift stores to keep materials out of the landfill.   8 am – 11 am: Drop off reusable items 12 pm – 3 pm: “Shop” for free   This event is for Sonoma County residents. ID’s will be checked. Residents will be limited to one vehicle full of…

Come on down to Crooked Goat for a FREE community, conservation and conversation-filled gathering focused on saving water (and money) where you live! Join Daily Acts and the City of Petaluma as they cover all things residential water conservation. This event will be interactive, interesting, informative and playful (did we mention water-saving prizes?!) You’ll walk away knowing how to: Tap into free local programs and resources Reduce your water bill and spot hidden leaks Transform lawns with free sheet mulching support Explore greywater and rainwater solutions And much more! Bring your questions, your friends, and your love for our community. This is your chance to learn, connect, and take the next step toward…

This workshop is part of the Town of Windsor’s Sustainable Saturdays monthly workshop series. It will highlight no-cost resources designed to help small- and medium-sized businesses operate sustainably and profitably. The English workshop will be held from 10:30-11:30am. Hablaremos sobre los recursos gratuitos diseñados para ayudar a los negocios pequeños y medianos a operar de forma sostenible y lucrativa. Taller en Español de 11:30am-12:30pm. More information: https://www.townofwindsor.ca.gov/1577/Sustainability-Workshops

     Register today for this FREE English QWEL certification training course sponsored by Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership!   The QWEL training will be taught in English and facilitated in-person by one of our highly rated QWEL certified instructors and is available to professionals conducting work in Sonoma County, Marin County, and Mendocino County. Space is limited. Registration closes on 10/09/2025 or when class is full. The in-person classes will cover all sections of the QWEL reference manual. This includes topics on: Sustainable landscape design principles, Soil properties and health, Plant water needs, Overhead spray irrigation system audits, Irrigation system troubleshooting and maintenance, and Irrigation system programming and…

Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair? Bring it to the Repair Fair! Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair your items. We ask that you stay with your item while it’s being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself! This event will also include a clothing swap. Please bring clothing items and accessories (clean and in good shape) to share and bring home something new to you!

The Town of Windsor’s November Sustainable Saturday workshop will focus on indigenous ways of understanding and stewarding the natural environment. The interactive workshop will grant participants insights into traditional ecological methods that can be applied to contemporary environmental challenges. The event will be held at the Windsor Senior Center from 10:30am-12:30pm on November 1, 2025.

Come celebrate the completion of the Town of Windsor’s 2024 Sustainable Saturdays workshop series with the organizations that came to present sustainable solutions to Windsor this year. To learn more://www.townofwindsor.ca.gov/1577/Sustainability-Workshops