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News and events

Find the latest news stories, press releases, and upcoming event information from the Hazardous Waste Management Program.

Featured news

An informational sign at an outdoor park explains the intricacies of salmon ecosystems.
Rain season is coming. One yard care choice can help protect salmon.
October 16, 2026
A woman in a blue T-shirt aims an XRF analyzer tool at a cooking skillet on a white table. Behind her are piles of cooking pots on a countertop with white cabinets above and below.
Haz Waste Program launches pilot cookware takeback program
September 17, 2026
The covered drive-through entrance for the hazardous waste disposal facility at the South King County Recycling and Transfer Station.
A new home for hazardous waste in South King County
September 04, 2026
A Haz Waste Program employee poses with two staff members of a local housing agency. The staff members are holding hazardous waste management kits for small businesses.
Haz Waste Program increases business vouchers to $1,000
August 06, 2026
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Upcoming events schedule

Free Event - Growing Oyster Mushrooms at Home

October 21, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Skyway Library

12601 76th Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98178

 

Description

Growing oyster mushrooms doesn't have to be hard. Join Garden Hotline educators to learn how to get started with items in your home. 

Registration required.

  

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Free Event - Rainier Beach Harvest Fest

October 25, 2026
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Rainier Beach Community Center

8825 Rainier Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98118

Description

Put on your costume and bring the family for a fun night of trunk-or-treating. The event is free for all ages.

 

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Free Event - Community Resource Fair

October 30, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Transform Burien

15623 Des Moines Memorial Way South
Burien, WA 98148

Description

Looking for resources to help make life a bit easier? Visit the free community resource fair. There will be information about employment, transportation, legal support, and more.   

 

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Free Workshop - Container Gardening with Bulbs

November 03, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Upton Flats

6070 35th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98126

 

 

 

Description

Curious about growing bulbs in your garden? Join Garden Hotline educators to learn simple tips and tricks to get started.  

 

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Free Workshop - Growing Oyster Mushrooms at Home

November 05, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Northgate Community Center 

10510 5th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98125

 

 

 

Description

Interested in learning how to grow oyster mushrooms at home?  Learn how to grow them with items in your home from Garden Hotline experts. 

 

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Free Workshop - Growing Oyster Mushrooms at Home

November 06, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Queen Anne Library

400 West Garfield Street 
Seattle, WA 98119

Description

Calling all oyster mushroom lovers! Join Garden Hotline educators to learn about the interesting world of fungi.  

 

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