Helping Teachers Help Kids

Community, Reuse

Teacher Resource Center of the North Bay (TRCNB) At TRCNB, we make sure local teachers have the classroom supplies they need—free of charge—so every student has the tools to succeed. Our resource center in Napa serves educators across the North Bay, helping them...

Refuel Your Fun!

Hazardous Waste, Reuse, Tips

Pledge to stop using single-use 1 lb. propane cylinders and make the switch to a reusable alternative! Looking for a way to enjoy your camp stove or light without creating more trash? Try using a refillable 1lb. propane gas cylinder. Refueling your cylinder: ✔ Saves...

Low Waste Alternatives to Traditional Wrapping Paper

Holidays, Reuse, Tips

Giving and receiving gifts can be a joyful experience, but the wrapping paper waste it creates can be a bit off-putting. When it’s just one present, it’s easy to simply toss the paper away and move along. But after a holiday, party or shower, the waste is...

America Recycles Day Coat, Costume & Shoe Drive

Community, Events, Recycle, Reuse

Sunday, November 16 10 am – 2 pm Redwood Plaza Shopping Center 3385 Solano Avenue, Napa, CA 94558 Donate a costume, coat (no tears or stains) or shoes and get a free indoor recycling bin or kitchen compost pail. The City of Napa redistributes costumes at its annual...

Halloween Costume Exchange

Community, Holidays, Reuse

Let’s get ready for an Eek!-o Friendly Halloween Costume Exchange…   Napa’s Halloween Costume Exchange is back!   Have your kids outgrown their costumes? Swap instead of shop – save money & reduce waste!  ReSpook, ReWear, ReScare! October 1st...

Recycle More Clothing

Recycle More Program, Reuse

  Nearly 100% of clothing, apparel and shoes are reusable or recyclable. Yet, Americans only reuse or recycle 20% of consumer-used clothing and shoes. The rest — over 15 million tons a year — goes to landfills. What to do? Call Recycle More! What is accepted: All...