Bellevue Utilities offers free community classes in-person and virtually to help you make sustainable choices at home this autumn. The popular “Greener Living” workshops are updated regularly based on need and interest.
Registration is required for all classes and is first come, first served. To register and receive class details, email recycle@bellevuewa.gov or call Sam Wilder at 206-949-1787.
Classes and dates offered
How To Repair home items including DIY Board Game Repair
In partnership with KCLS Makerspace, learn how to use the community tools for board game repair and beyond.
- Tuesday, Sept. 10, 6:00–7:30 p.m. In-person at Bellevue Library Makerspace
How to Sort Recycling, Composting and Potentially Hazardous Items
Learn where common items belong: recycle, compost or garbage. Find out how to handle unusual items and how to properly dispose of potentially hazardous items
- Sunday, Sept. 22, 2-3 p.m. In-person at Bellevue Library
- America Recycles Day! Friday, November 15, 12-1 p.m. Virtual via Zoom
How to Make and Shop for Your Own Safer Cleaning Products
Learn easy recipes to make your own cleaners using common household items. Learn how to shop for more environmentally and healthier choices.
- Thursday, Sept. 26, 6-7 p.m. Virtual via Zoom
- Saturday, Oct. 5, 1-2 p.m. In-person at Lake Hills Library
- Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6-7 p.m. Virtual via Zoom
How to Declutter and Reorganize at Home With Minimal Waste
Explore how to declutter without creating garbage. We will cover a variety of home organizing methods and planning.
- Wednesday, Oct. 2, 6-7 p.m. In-person at Bellevue Library
How to make sustainable food choices and make food last longer
Learn how to maximize your food through proper storage, label reading and innovative recipes
- Monday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. -12 p.m. In-person at Newport Library
How To Make Sustainable Shopping Choices: Holiday Edition
Sharpen your skills for reducing consumption and making environmentally friendly choices while shopping
- Tuesday, Nov. 12, 6-7 p.m. Virtual via Zoom