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WAKE, NC · MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 · PARKS & REC

OUTREACH: Recycling is Fun

You’ve heard about recycling, but did you know you can recycle more than just paper?

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Books, a notebook, and a desk lamp, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Sprouts Nature Preschool

About the event

You’ve heard about recycling, but did you know you can recycle more than just paper? Join us as we learn about recycling. We will read Recycling Is Fun by Charles Ghigna, have a recycling race, and see composting in action. For ages 3 – 5 with an accompanying adult.

Schedule: Aug 17, 2026 Monday from 11am to Noon

Duration: 1 hour

Ages: Age at least 3 yrs but less than 5 yrs,

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