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Free Workshop: Growing Herbs Naturally
Seattle Public Library - Queen Anne
400 W. Garfield Street | Seattle, WA 98119
May 1, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Learn how to choose and grow herbs, then plant seeds to start your own garden at home.
Registration required.
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Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Redmond (Wastemobile)
The Home Depot
17777 NE 76th Street | Redmond, WA 98052
May 1-3, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., daily
Safely dispose of household hazardous waste like batteries, oil, and pesticides at our mobile collection event, free for King County residents, no appointment needed.
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Free Workshop: Insects and Pollinators - Our Friendly Garden Neighbors
Seattle Public Library - High Point
3411 SW Raymond Street | Seattle, WA 98126
May 2, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Learn how insects and pollinators help your garden flourish.
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Edible Plant Sale: Fruits, Veggies, and Herbs
Meridian Playground
4649 Sunnyside Ave North | Seattle, WA 98103
May 8, 2026
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Looking to add some life to your garden? Visit the plant sale for a great selection of plants for your garden.
Early bird option to purchase tickets available.
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Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Kent/Covington (Wastemobile)
Puget Sound Fire Station #75
15635 SE 272nd Street | Kent, WA 98042
May 8-10, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., daily
Safely dispose of household hazardous waste like batteries, oil, and pesticides at our mobile collection event, free for King County residents, no appointment needed.
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Edible Plant Sale: Fruits, Veggies, and Herbs
Meridian Playground
4650 Sunnyside Ave North | Seattle, WA 98103
May 9, 2026
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Stop by the edible plant sale. You'll find new plants to meet your garden needs.
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