
F.A.Q.'s
Q: Where is the event located?
A: The 2025 Sustainability Fair is located in Milwaukie, Oregon. You will find us at the Farmer's Market Parking lot in downtown Milwaukie located at 10723 SE Main St, Milwaukie, OR 97222.
Q: What time should I arrive?
A: The Sustainability Fair starts at 10 AM. There will be a raffle drawing, a Trashion Show, speakers & music all day long!
Q: How should I get there?
A: Bike, Public transit, carpool, scooter, skateboard, rollerblade!
Q: If I have to drive, where should I park?
A: If you are unable to find parking in the immediate area, there is a large parking garage located down by McLoughlin Blvd & Park Ave. It is located on a Max Orange Line. You can take the Max one stop north to downtown Milwaukie, & it is a short ~8 minute walk to the Milwaukie Farmer's Market lot.
Q: Can I bring my dog?
A: We love dogs, but unfortunately no :( There is a lovely fenced in dog park nearby at North Clackamas Park if you'd like to give your furbaby a chance to do some zoomies before the fair!
Q: What is a zero waste event?
A: It means we endeavor to thoughtfully reduce, recycle, compost & even eliminate waste generated as a result from this event. The more we can divert from landfills the better! Not only have we selected sustainable vendors, we will also have knowledgeable sustainability champions on site to help people learn more about what they can do. This becomes achievable with your help :)
Q: What should I bring to the fair?
A: Bring your re-useable water bottle, re-useable bag & even tupperware if you're planning on enjoying food or taking some to go!
Q: What kinds of things can I bring to recycle at the fair?
A: See the full list:
Q: What time is the Trashion Show?
A: 12:30 PM
What to bring to the sustainability fair
book exchange
Will be accepting 2 or 3 books that are in good repair.
clothing exchange
Will be accepting 2 grocery bags full of clothes. Condition should be something that you would want or you would give to a friend. Clothing must be laundered with no stains, rips or tears unless they can be easily repaired. Shoes must be in pairs & be as clean as possible. Accessories and jewelry items are welcome and should be wearable & useable.
community warehouse
Will be collecting small household items including: pots & pans, dishes, silverware, small appliances, towels, pillows, sheets, blankets & small lamps.
green century recycling
Will be collecting the following for FREE: Computers, Laptops, Cell Phones, servers, LCD Monitors, LCD TVs, CRT monitors/TVs, Networking items, Server Racks, Hard Drives, Circuit Boards, Wire, UPSBattery Backups, Computer Accessories, Medical Equipment, Cable Boxes, VideoGame Consoles, Washer/Dryers, Metal Items, Home Electronics.
STYROFOAM: Will be $10.00 per 45 gallon bag.
habitat for humanity
Will be accepting: Appliances, Cabinets, Chemicals and Cleaners, Doors, Exercise Equipment, Fasteners and Hardware, Flooring, Furniture, Office Furniture, Home Goods, HVAC, Lawn andGarden, Lighting & Electrical, Lumber, Paint, Plumbing, Roofing, Tile, Tools & Equipment, Windows.
Kat in the box printing
In lieu of stickers (more plastic!), we are experimenting with block printing small graphics onto fabric as a fun, sustainable alternative! Bring a 100% cotton bag, t-shirt, or scrap fabric you would like to print on. If you opt for scrap fabric, you can take it home & sew it onto a garment / item of your choosing like a patch! Fabric must be 100% cotton, clean & untextured. This low-cost activity will be all ages with (parental supervision required for young kids). Printing on paper will be available as well. Hope to see you there!
metro
Will be accepting: Medical sharps and epi-pens – Ask them for a free sharps container. Old prescription medications – Can be placed in a Ziploc bag, liquids or pet meds are okay. Household batteries – rechargeable and lithium ion, Compact Fluorescent lights – CFL bulbs, no tubes or broken bulbs
p3 distributing
Will be collecting #5 plastics.
second hand pet supply
Will be collecting used pet supplies. Everything pet related, even damaged items. Food or medication that has expired beyond a year will not be accepted.
repair fair
Will work to repair your: small electronics, small home appliances, as well as clean clothes & textiles. Do not bring items too large / heavy for one person to carry, microwaves, large appliances, appliances with coolant, gasoline or other hazardous waste.
