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Fighting Hunger and Waste

with ExtraFood

2025-06-21 11:40:00 2025-06-21 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Fighting Hunger and Waste Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how surplus food is driving change in our community – fighting hunger, reducing waste, and addressing climate change. Belvedere Tiburon Library - Teen Room

Saturday, June 21
11:40am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-21 11:40:00 2025-06-21 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Fighting Hunger and Waste Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how surplus food is driving change in our community – fighting hunger, reducing waste, and addressing climate change. Belvedere Tiburon Library - Teen Room

Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how surplus food is driving change in our community – fighting hunger, reducing waste, and addressing climate change.

Hear from ExtraFood’s Executive Director, Will Dittmar, about how this local organization rescues surplus fresh food from businesses, schools, and gardens – and delivers it quickly to people in need. Find out how you can get involved and make a difference.

Eco-Everyday: Small Actions, Big Impact is a fun, hands-on community Green Fest for all ages celebrating sustainability and the power of small actions! Hosted by the Belvedere Tiburon Library on Saturday, June 21, from 11 am to 2 pm, it's eco-fun for everyone!

Throughout the day, catch 20-minute pop-up programs (like Fighting Hunger and Waste!) led by local sustainability experts — fun and full of great actionable ideas you can use!

Learn, play, and take action with local sustainability leaders and community partners sharing knowledge and inspiring change.

  • Make your own Kombucha with The Zero-Waste Chef
  • Giveaways & Free Raffle Prizes
  • Kids' Activities
  • Local Birds Walk-and-Talk with The Audubon
  • Large Whales in SF Bay with The Marine Mammal Center
  • Implementing Zero Waste with Zero Waste Marin
  • Swap: Tote Bags, Mugs, Puzzles!
  • Interactive Booths
  • Try Our New Library of Things & Ice Cream Samples
  • And Much More!

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Talk/Lecture |

TAGS: | featured_green |

Belvedere Tiburon Library

info@beltiblibrary.org
Phone: (415) 789-2661

Hours
Mon, Jun 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 13 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Library is a vibrant community hub that offers a wide range of resources, programs, and services for people of all ages.

Whether you're looking for books, movies, computers, or a quiet place to study, we have something for you.

Our dedicated staff is always here to help you find what you need.

Upcoming Events

Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Join our hands-on filmmaking workshops to learn the basics of filmmaking. In this session, we will cover the elements of a 3-minute film. No experience is necessary, and drop-ins are welcome.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Learn basic electronics and create wearable art in this beginner-friendly workshop. Open to ages 10+.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Join the six-time Emmy Award-winning journalist as he discusses his decades-long career covering major news events, including those in Marin County.

Thu, Jun 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Makerspace
Give your broken items a second chance! Bring your busted gadgets, appliances, and more to our advice session. Get expert help with troubleshooting, disassembly, and maybe even a fix.

Thu, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Discover the vibrant world of spices with Nick Davoren, from Local Spicery – spice provider to top chefs. Sample fresh, small-batch spices and get insider tips for unlocking bold flavors at home.

Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Parking Lot
Are you looking to safely dispose of your old electronics? We are proud to partner with Tri Valley Recycling to bring this event to our community.

Rescheduled
Sat, Jun 21, All day
New date Saturday, June 21, 11:40am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Dive into the world of gray whales and humpbacks in our own backyard, and discover how The Marine Mammal Center works to protect these majestic giants.

Rescheduled
Sat, Jun 21, All day
New date Saturday, June 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
The Marsh Behind the Library
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how to identify local bird species and hear all about Audubon’s crucial work protecting the birds and the essential eelgrass habitat of Richardson Bay.

Rescheduled
Sat, Jun 21, All day
New date Saturday, June 21, 12:20pm - 12:40pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn easy, everyday ways to cut waste – fun, practical tips and insights from Zero Waste Marin.

Rescheduled
Sat, Jun 21, All day
New date Saturday, June 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
Belvedere Tiburon Library
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Enjoy a special storytime featuring "Neil the Banana Peel" presented by Zero Waste Marin. Learn about reducing waste in a fun and engaging way. (K-2 students)

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Children's Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Enjoy a special storytime featuring "Neil the Banana Peel" presented by Zero Waste Marin. Learn about reducing waste in a fun and engaging way. (K-2 students)

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Reading Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Join us for a class on the importance of learning life-saving skills, taught by Marin Medical Reserve Corps member Dr. Tom Cromwell.

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library
Save the date! A fun, hands-on community Green Fest for all ages — celebrating sustainability and the power of small actions. Eco-fun for everyone!

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
The Marsh Behind the Library
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how to identify local bird species and hear all about Audubon’s crucial work protecting the birds and the essential eelgrass habitat of Richardson Bay.

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: What’s in the air you breathe? Learn about local air quality with Acterra: Action for a Healthy Planet.

Sat, Jun 21, 11:40am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Dive into the world of gray whales and humpbacks in our own backyard, and discover how The Marine Mammal Center works to protect these majestic giants.

Sat, Jun 21, 11:40am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Reading Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Join us for a class on the importance of learning life-saving skills, taught by Marin Medical Reserve Corps member Dr. Tom Cromwell.

Sat, Jun 21, 11:40am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Teen Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how surplus food is driving change in our community – fighting hunger, reducing waste, and addressing climate change.

Sat, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 12:20pm
Library Plaza
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Enjoy tasty ice cream samples and see a demo of the Library of Things’ ice cream maker. Learn how you can borrow this cool tool to make your own homemade ice cream!

Sat, Jun 21, 12:20pm - 12:40pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Teen Room
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn easy, everyday ways to cut waste – fun, practical tips and insights from Zero Waste Marin.

Sat, Jun 21, 12:20pm - 12:40pm
The Marsh Behind the Library
Green Fest Pop-Up Program: Learn how to identify local bird species and hear all about Audubon’s crucial work protecting the birds and the essential eelgrass habitat of Richardson Bay.

Sat, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Hands-on kombucha-making workshop with The Zero-Waste Chef! Learn how to brew your own probiotic-packed, naturally fermented drink – and get expert tips to keep microplastics out of your diet.