Upcoming Events
Improperly Sorted Recycling Leads to Missed Collection
The Tompkins County Solid Waste Management Division has observed an increased volume of improperly sorted recyclables placed at the curbside for collection. Improperly prepared recyclables or unacceptable materials will be left in the bin with a "Whoops" note explaining why. Properly sorted material will be collected on the following scheduled pick-up day.
Residents are reminded to properly sort recyclables by placing mixed food and beverage containers in a separate bin from paper. Material should not be placed in plastic bags.
For information on how to properly sort curbside recyclable, please refer to the 2010 Recycling Guidelines or visit: www.recycletompkins.org.
For more information, Contact:
TCSWMD
www.recycletompkins.org
273-6632
Green Building Seminar Series: Designing for Change
Tuesdays, March through April
Starting March 2
7 to 9 pm
First Unitarian Church Annex
208 E. Buffalo Street, Ithaca
This six-week series will cover the following topics: Evaluating Green Products and Materials; Designing for Change; Reducing Construction Waste; Designing for Maximum Energy Efficiency; Designing from the Outside In; Green Building Theory & Reality. Presented by Tompkins County Cooperative Extension in partnership with the Ithaca Green Building Alliance, with support from the First Unitarian Church of Ithaca. Fee: $5/seminar or $25/series, scholarships available. Dates and topics subject to change. For the latest information, contact Guillermo Metz at gm52@cornell.edu or 272-2292 x185, or visit www.ccetompkins.org. Additional seminars on: Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6.
Beginning Sewing I Class
Tuesday, March 9
6 to 8 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Learn to use a sewing machine and basic sewing skills, and make a drawstring backpack. For adults and teens. $15 per class; $25 for both Beginning Sewing I and II; or $40 for Brginning Sewing I, II, and III. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
SewGreen Store Sale
Wednesday, March 10
10 am to 5 pm
Rescued for ReUse
DeWitt Mall, Ithaca
SewGreen’s Rescued for ReUse store in the DeWitt Mall joins with many other local stores in offering 10 percent off your total purchase on the tenth of each month. The store features selected fabrics, yarns, and other supplies for sewing and needlecraft – all donated from the community – at thrifty prices. Some volunteer shifts are still available, if you’d like to help out in the store. Proceeds go to support SewGreen’s classroom and youth programming.
Beginning Sewing II Class
Thursday, March 11
6 to 8 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Review how to use a sewing machine, learn more about measuring, cutting, seam allowances and hems, as you make a bib apron with a pocket. For adults and teens. Beginning Sewing I or equivalent is required. $15 per class; $25 for both Beginning Sewing I and II; or $40 for Brginning Sewing I, II, and III. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Kids’ Creative Sew
Fridays (6 sessions)
starting March 12
3 to 4:30 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women's Community Building
For children 8 to 12 who have attended at least one SewGreen beginning sewing class. This after-school series will feature new projects and skill-builders in a creative environment. Space is limited. $90 for six-week series. Ask about the exact dates. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Sewing Clinic
Saturday, March 13
1 to 4 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Bring unfinished projects, apparel you want to refashion, ideas you want to make real. Our experienced sewers will help you accomplish your goals. Basic sewing knowledge is required. Bring your own machine or use ours. $15. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Fix & Stitch Class
Saturday, March 13
2 to 4 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Bring in your older sewing machine and learn to clean, oil, and troubleshoot it for optimum performance. For adults and teens; 12 and under with a parent. $15 per class. Use our tools and materials. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Community Food Growing Series: Composting Techniques
Monday, March 15
6 to 8 pm
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County
Master Composter volunteers will present a variety of small to medium scale composting methods and a Question & Answer session. $5/class or $20 for the entire series. Call 272-2292 to preregister.
SewGreen Teacher Training
Tuesday, March 16 & Thursday, March 18
6 to 8 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Join the SewGreen team as a teacher or class assistant. If you know how to sew and enjoy working with diverse groups of people, including children and teens, we need you! Stipends are available. For more information about a training to be held in May, contact Wendy at coord@sew-green.org or 607-277-7611.
Green Building Seminar Series: Reducing Construction Waste
Tuesday, March 16
7 to 9 pm
First Unitarian Church Annex
208 E. Buffalo Street, Ithaca
This presentation covers options for construction waste, including strategies and local resources for reducing, reusing and recycling construction materials, on-site waste management, and the basics of deconstruction. Presented by Tompkins County Cooperative Extension in partnership with the Ithaca Green Building Alliance, with support from the First Unitarian Church of Ithaca. Fee: $5/seminar or $25/series, scholarships available. Dates and topics subject to change. For the latest information, contact Guillermo Metz at gm52@cornell.edu or 272-2292 x185, or visit www.ccetompkins.org. Additional seminars on: Tuesdays, March 23, 30 and April 6.
Beginning Sewing III Class
Wednesday, March 17
6 to 8 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Learn to use a simple pattern, put in a zipper, and make a lining as you create a small purse or cargo bag. For adults and teens. Beginning Sewing I and II or equivalent experience is required. $15 per class; $25 for both Beginning Sewing I and II; or $40 for Brginning Sewing I, II, and III. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Significant Elements Free Friday
Friday, March 19
9 am to 6 pm
212 Center Street
This local architectural salvage warehouse will be featuring a large quantity of overstocked goods available on a first come, first serve basis. Supporting Significant Elements promotes the reuse of architectural elements when the demolition of a building cannot be otherwise prevented and the reuse of such materials through activities that promote restoration and reuse instead of demolition.
Miniature Sewing Room Class
Saturday, March 20
1 to 4 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Join artisan Richard Tabor in making a miniature sewing room with an embroidery hoop as the base. SewGreen will have lots of materials and tools, and you can bring your own miniature items, too. For adults and teens, 12 and under with a parent. $20. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Beginning Sewing I Class
Tuesday, March 23
6 to 8 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Learn to use a sewing machine and basic sewing skills, and make a drawstring backpack. For adults and teens. $15 per class; $25 for both Beginning Sewing I and II; or $40 for Brginning Sewing I, II, and III. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
Beginning Sewing II Class
Thursday, March 25
6 to 8 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women’s Community Building
Review how to use a sewing machine, learn more about measuring, cutting, seam allowances and hems, as you make a bib apron with a pocket. For adults and teens. Beginning Sewing I or equivalent is required. $15 per class; $25 for both Beginning Sewing I and II; or $40 for Brginning Sewing I, II, and III. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships for youth are available. Contact Wendy coord@sew-green.org, 607-277-7611 to sign up.
SewGreen Open Sew
Sunday, March 28
1 to 4 pm
SewGreen Classroom
Women's Community Building
The SewGreen classroom will be open the last Sunday of each month to teens and adults who need to use a sewing machine or table space to work on a project, or to just be with others who enjoy sewing. To use a machine, you must have some prior experience. There's no formal instruction but we will help you get acquainted with our classic Singers, and you are welcome to use our classroom sewing tools and materials. This free studio time is for experienced sewers.
