Northgate Community Center Environmental Programs

Northgate Community Center is dedicated to providing quality environmental education that not only educates and informs, but is fun for all ages.
For more information, or to register, for any activity please call (206) 386.4283.

Natural Water Catchment for the Home

Saturday, October 27th from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Join Mike in an in-depth discussion about passive and active rainwater harvesting and management strategies. Mike will reveal the mysteries of rainwater harvesting systems for flushing toilets, how to design rain gardens, vegetated roofs, waterwalls, best soil management practices, and many other techniques for managing rainwater on site. Mike Broili, director of Well Home Program at Phinney Neighborhood Association, has extensive experience in the construction trades as a contractor and designer with a low impact and sustainable approach to environmentally sensitive ventures. Please pre-register one week in advance by calling 206-684-0877.
Location: Carkeek Environmental Learning Center

Greener (and Healthier) Household Alternatives

Tuesday, November 13th from 7 to 9 p.m.
How toxic is my disinfectant? What should I do about mold growing in my house? How toxic are laundry and dishwashing detergents? What can I use instead? What is the least-toxic soap for washing a car? Come fi nd out which cleaning products are the most toxic and where to fi nd recipes for home-made cleaning products? Presented by the Washington Toxics Coalition. Please pre-register one week in advance by calling 206-684-0877.
Location: Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center

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