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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

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
A person squeezes a white dollop of sunscreen out of an orange tube onto their left hand.
We tested popular mineral sunscreens for lead. Here's what we found.
July 23, 2026
A red and gold firework explodes in the night sky.
No, we can’t take your fireworks. Here’s what to do instead.
July 02, 2026
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Upcoming events schedule

Free Event - Sammamish Farmers Market

September 09, 2026
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

City of Sammamish – Sammamish Commons

801 228th Street
Sammamish, WA 98075

 

Description

Sammamish's Farmers Market is back with fresh veggies, fruit, flowers, and ready-to-eat meals. Come shop and explore the market. 

 

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Free Event - Tilth Alliance Farm Stand

September 10, 2026
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands 

5513 Cloverdale Street
Seattle, WA 98118

Description

Head on down to Tilith Alliance's Farm stand, packed with fresh veggies, fruit, herbs, flowers, honey, and more.   

Accepted payment methods include cash/credit/debit, EBT, Fresh Bucks, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits, and we offer SNAP Market Match. 

 

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Free Event - Bat Night

September 11, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands

5513 South Cloverdale Street
Seattle, WA 98118

Description

Come on down to Bat Night. A night filled with fun and learning all about bats. This is a free event hosted by the Garden Hotline in partnership with Woodland Park Zoo and Bats Northwest. 

RSVP Required

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Free Event - Tukwila Library Resource Fair

September 12, 2026
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Tukwila Library

14380 Tukwila International Blvd
Tukwila, WA 98168

Description

Attend Tukwila Library's free resource fair. There will be people who can help you find things you need, like doctors, school help, legal help, and more. If you need support, you can come and learn about all the ways people can help you.

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Free Event - Delridge Farmers Market

September 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Highland Park

8855 9th Avenue Southwest
Seattle, WA 98106

Description

Delridge Farmers Market is back. You will find fresh veggies, flowers, and tasty dishes with culture layered in every bite. Shop, dine, and explore the market.

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Free Event - Cookware Takeback Event

September 26, 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Kent Commons Community Center

525 4th Ave N
Kent, WA 98030

Description

Join the Haz Waste Program, Zero Waste Washington, and the City of Kent for a free takeback event to test, trade in, and learn more about the heavy metals found in many cookware products. Bring your pots or pans for a chance to swap them for a free, safe alternative, then stick around to learn more about the harmful effects to our health, and how you can make simple, safer choices. 

Registration required.

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