Keep Durham Beautiful

09/01/2026

Fall migration is ramping up! From now until November 30 millions of birds will flock to their wintering grounds, with many passing through North Carolina. Whether you’re a business or homeowner, helping migrating birds during this important time is as simple as turning off all non-essential lighting on buildings at night.

Learn more about how you can help at the link in our bio.

08/31/2026

We're gearing up for tree planting this fall and winter! Learn more about our upcoming plans! 🌳🗓️

Meixin and Roo are putting Community Based Environmental Management into action. They're walking through upcoming planting neighborhoods and speaking with folks about the trees that will be planted throughout the fall and winter. Keeping Durham beautiful is a collaborative process that can’t be done without your input. Unsure on the type of tree you would like? Worried about power lines or tree roots on pavement? These two are happy to hear your concerns and take this information directly back to the Urban Forestry crew at the City of Durham.

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A portion of the funding for this project is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, in partnership with the City of Durham. These institutions are equal opportunity providers.

08/26/2026

Are you passionate about pollinators? Come check out the Durham Bee City Committee! 🐝 🏙️

Join us on September 2nd to welcome the new chair of the Durham Bee City Committee (DBCC), Paula Alexander, and to say thanks and farewell to our outgoing chair, Sarah Hassan! The Durham Bee City Committee is a volunteer group that promotes and facilitates the education, conservation, and prosperity of our native and honeybee populations in and near Durham County.

Come meet the new and outgoing chair as well as other DBCC members, and learn more about how you can get involved! Details about the event are available at keepdurhambeautiful.org/events!

08/24/2026

Love cooking and giving back to your community? Durham Cooperative Extension is looking for residents to join the Extension Master Food Volunteer (EMFV) Program.

Interested residents are invited to join an upcoming information session to learn how they can turn their skills and passion into meaningful support for families across Durham. EMFVs support and amplify Cooperative Extension’s nutrition and cooking programs and can lead their own cooking demos in the community.

Applications for the 2027 EMFV cohort open later this summer, and anyone interested must attend an information session.

Upcoming virtual information sessions:
Wednesday, August 26, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 29, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 23, 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Register for an information session here: https://durham.ces.ncsu.edu/durham-county-food-security/durham-county-extension-master-food-volunteer-program/

For more information, contact Extension Agent Leslie McClellan at [email protected] or 919‑630‑8299.

08/24/2026

Never place devices with lithium-ion batteries in your trash or recycling cart.

Find a battery drop off site near you at: batterysafe.nc.gov

08/24/2026

08/24/2026

As we enter another school year, consider scheduling a free environmental education lesson with us!

We serve Pre-K - 12th grade students in Durham County. We have a variety of educational opportunities including:
🌱 Classroom Lessons
🌱 3rd Grade Environmental Field Days
🌱 Science Nights
🌱 Envirothon (for 5th-12th grade)

Reach out to our office to schedule a lesson with us: 919-560-0558 or [email protected]

If you'd like us to host a 3rd Grade Environmental Field Day at your school, use this link: https://dconc2.jotform.com/261956771600865

Check out our website for more information on our educational opportunities: www.dconc.gov/swcd

08/21/2026

Join us for a very special opportunity this Saturday in Durham!

FREE COMMUNITY WORKSHOP:
🛠️ Durham DIY Community Energy Workshop: Comfort, Safety, & Savings Made Easy

Together we will learn:
⭐ The basics of home energy efficiency
⭐ Tips on how to save money on your energy bills
⭐ Upgrades to make your home more comfortable

This event includes a hands-on portion for attendees to learn how to do free and low-cost retrofits in their own home.

🎁 As a bonus, each attendee can leave with FREE home improvement supplies to help with these DIY (do-it-yourself) fixes!

Children are welcome, and activities will be provided! Refreshments will be available.

🎟️ Register to attend - spots are limited!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992388927917?aff=oddtdtcreator