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New York Restoration Project

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This organization, founded by Bette Midler, provides free garden film screenings, summer fitness events, dance, and family activities.  Grab some snacks and a blanket to see these films.

They also provide free eco-friendly workshops.

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LES Ecology Center

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The Lower East Side Ecology Center offers free workshops for “greening your business”, indoor composting techniques, bike events, and general evironmental informationals.  They also facilitate electronic recycling centers in all boroughs.

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Bike New York

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Get to know your bike, learn basic repairs and adjustments, and ride safely and confidently in traffic. Classes are taught by instructors certified by the League of American Bicyclists.

Classes for adults: Bike Commuting 101, Bike Maintenance 101, Learn to Ride, and Savvy Cyclist.

Classes for children and parents: Bike Driver’s Ed and Learn to Ride

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Free materials

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New York Wa$te Match is a City College of New York program to reduce disposal costs, generate revenue and obtain raw materials for free.  They match one company’s waste or surplus with another company’s need for raw materials. They also perform technical assessments and give recommendations.

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Materials for the Arts

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This organization will pick up any materials and clutter from your apartment, warehouse, or office. These “art materials” will then donated to an organization in need such as not-for-profit arts and cultural groups, NYC Department of Education art teachers, ongoing art programs, or government agencies. Apply to donate or receive. Great way to reuse what would otherwise end up in a landfill. They also provide workshops at a $10 nominal fee.

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Go Green!

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