The Environmental Awareness Committee provides tips to live more sustainably encouraging people to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and to participate in outdoor activities and appreciation.
Upcoming Fall Projects: The Environmental Awareness Committee invites you to join us:
- Annual Fall Park Clean Up Day at Summerlakes Park on Wednesday October 15th at Noon.
- Pumpkin Collection is set for Friday November 7th from 9am-2pm, we collect Pumpkins to be donated to the annual Pumpkin Smash Event, we will have a truck in our back parking lot clearly marked for this event
- Winter Reminder-Holiday Light recycling-will be available November-January 31st
Seasonal Tips:
Check Your Tires-Cooler temperatures can lower tire pressure and under-inflated tires reduce your car’s fuel efficiency. It takes just a few minutes to inflate your tires to the proper pressure and it’s well worth the grimy fingers. And while you’re at it, check your car service records; is it time to rotate your tires yet? By regularly rotating your tires, you make sure your tires wear evenly. Regular rotation can extend your tire life and improve your gas mileage.
Clean and Test Your Furnace-Did you know that your furnace needs regular cleaning? Throughout the year, it collects lots of dust and debris, both of which can affect the furnace’s performance and could even cause a fire. Clean out or replace your furnace filter regularly and get your furnace serviced by a professional before the cold weather calls.
Fall Winter Recycling Opportunities at the District-Warrenville Park District recycle station is available for donation during office hours and is in the Recreation Center Lower-Level Entry
- The Recycle Station currently accepting Eyeglasses, Ink Jet Toner Cartridges, plastic bottles and plastic grocery bags
- The Knights of Columbus Shoe Drive collects New and Gently Used Shoes, on behalf of Share your Soles year-round.
- Cradles to Crayons–Gear Up for Winter Collection Accepts New and Gently Used-Coats, Clothing, Nursey items, Pajamas and Books. Most Needed Items include-Winter Coats Newborn to Adult Medium. Winter Hats, Gloves, Scarves, Winter Boots Toddler up to Adult size 10. Sweaters & Sweatshirts Size Newborn up to Adult Medium
Other Recycling opportunities-Wheaton Recycling Event, (second Sat each month)
Time: 9am-Noon Location: Public Works Storage Yard, 820 W Liberty Drive, Wheaton (near the Wheaton Police Department)
Help us highlight new opportunities in your area for your programs, ideas and events to share-email michelles@warrenvilleparks.org
