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Close the Loop: Go Behind the Scenes of Recycling!
Join the City of Long Beach and for an educational tour of the WM Orange Recycling Facility, on Tuesday, June 17, and Tuesday, September 14, with 2 tour time options.
This is your chance to deepen your environmental literacy and see the circular economy in action.
Have you ever thought about the journey your recyclables take after they leave the curb?
Recycling is more than just a bin, it’s a complex, fascinating process of resource recovery that helps protect our environment and promote the local economy. 🌍
Tour Dates & Times:
📅 Tuesday, June 17 | Tuesday, Sept 14
⏰ 9:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.
Note: Space is limited to 13 people per tour to ensure an impactful experience.
Pre-registration is required, and spots fill up fast!
Eligibility: Open to Long Beach community members (ages 18+).
Accessibility: This is an active tour requiring walking and climbing multiple flights of stairs.
Waitlist: A waitlist will open once the 13 spots are filled.
Can’t make it in person? You can still be an expert recycler by taking our Virtual Tour at longbeach.gov/lbrecycles.
Register now to secure your spot: LBCity.info/recyclingfacilitytour26 (link in bio).
05/22/2026
Securely shred and recycle your unwanted documents on Saturday, June 13, from 8-10 a.m. (or until the on-site mobile shredding trucks reach capacity).
Accepted:
- Confidential documents, white or color paper
- Manila file folders, staples and paperclips
- Envelopes and cardboard
- Up to three boxes per vehicle (box cannot exceed 10” x 12” x 15” dimensions)
Not Accepted:
- CDs, hard drives, cell phones or any electronics
- Three-ring binders, credit cards, hanging file folders
- Metal, plastic or glass objects (no plastic bags either)
- Food, batteries, weapons or hazardous waste
There is a limit of three boxes per vehicle. Each box cannot exceed 10” x 12” x 15” dimensions.
For more information, visit lbcity.info/shredevent2026
05/08/2026
Did you know? Shredded paper is not recyclable in curbside recycling carts. Shred and recycle your unwanted documents on Saturday, June 13, 8-10 a.m. (or until the on-site mobile shredding trucks is full).
Accepted:
- Confidential documents, white or color paper
- Manila file folders, staples and paperclips
- Envelopes and cardboard
- There is a limit of three boxes per vehicle and the box size cannot exceed 10” x 12” x 15” dimensions.
Not Accepted:
- CDs, hard drives and cell phones
- Three-ring binders, credit cards
- Hanging file folders, metal objects, plastics, glass, plastic bags, food, batteries, weapons
For more information visit lbcity.info/shredevent2026
05/01/2026
Did you miss our last Composting 101 Workshop? Join your neighbors in attending the next one on Tuesday, May 12, from 6-7 p.m. at the Whaley Park Social Hall (5620 E. Atherton St.). Dr. Bonnie Gasior, a graduate of the City’s Compost & Recycling Ambassador Program, will be teaching about backyard composting.
Session #2: Backyard Composting Session
What you'll learn:
- Types of bins/methods
- Purchasing
- Which system fits your home/lifestyle?
- Q+A
The next session will be hosted on June 9 (session #3).
Register at LBCity.info/compostworkshop
05/01/2026
Did you miss our last Composting 101 Workshop? Join your neighbors in attending the next one on Tuesday, May 12, from 6-7 p.m at the Whaley Park Social Hall (5620 E. Atherton St.). Dr. Bonnie Gasior, a graduate of the City’s Compost & Recycling Ambassador Program, will be teaching about backyard composting.
Session #2: Backyard Composting Session
What you'll learn:
- Types of bins/methods
- Purchasing
- Which system fits your home/lifestyle?
- Q+A
The next session will be hosted on June 9 (session #3).
Register at LBCity.info/compostworkshop
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