Our mission is to build the knowledge, skills and systems for a thriving, waste-free community
Upcoming events
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Mend-It Cafe
Fri, Sept 12, 2025
3-6:00 pmThe Scale House
4422 8th Ave, Spokane ValleyMending is always free, for everyone!
Don’t throw out your favorite clothes because of a small rip! Do you miss wearing your favorite t-shirt, hoodie or dress? Do you have a favorite pair of jeans you just can't wear because they're a little too revealing? We've got you covered!
Mend-It Cafe is a project of Spokane Zero Waste and is run by a stellar group of volunteers.
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Recraft Lab Booth
Sat, Sept 13, 2025
11-5:00 PMLive Local INW Market
The Guardian Spokane
403 North Washington St. SpokaneWe're so excited to share new creations from our recent grads. You'll find colorful totes, stylish bags, dopp kits and more made from promotional banners that would otherwise end up in the waste stream as well as reusable bowl covers, insulated lunch totes, utensil rolls and reusable produce bags to support your sustainable ways.
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Mend-It Cafe
Sat, Sept 20, 2025
11:00-3:00 PM
Wildland Cooperative
8022 E Greenbluff Rd, ColbertMending is always free, for everyone!
Do you have a favorite pair of shorts you just can't wear because the tear in the pocket? Maybe you have a tablecloth or pillow cover that needs a little love? We've got you covered. PLUS bring your family and their clothes to be mended and your pet’s clothes too!
Mend-It Cafe is a project of Spokane Zero Waste and is run by a stellar group of volunteers.
We would like to thank Waste Management for supporting this Mend-It Cafe!
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Fleece and Fiber Festival
Sat Sept 20 9-4pm
Sun Sept 21 9-4pmRose Butte Ranch
6225 N Old Trails Road
Spokane, Wa
A Gathering for Fleece, Fiber, and the Creative Arts
Spokane Zero Waste will be there presenting our work on building a regional Fibershed to support the development of a natural fiber system.The festival’s mission is to promote local fibers, support and encourage the fiber arts, and celebrate the artistry of regional creators.
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Mend-It Cafe
Tues, Oct 7, 2025
3:00-7:00 PM
Fairwood Farmers Market
319 W Hastings Rd, SpokaneMending is always free, for everyone!
Do you miss wearing your favorite t-shirt, hoodie or dress? Do you have a favorite pair of jeans you just can't wear because they're a little too revealing? We've got you covered!
Mend-It Cafe is a project of Spokane Zero Waste and is run by a stellar group of volunteers.
We would like to thank Waste Management for supporting this Mend-It Cafe!
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Film Screening: Plastic People
Wed, Oct 8 2025
6-8:30pm
Hemmingson Auditorium
702 E. Desmet Ave, Spokane
The award-winning feature documentary Plastic People investigates our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics on human health. Almost every bit of plastic ever made breaks down into “microplastics.” These microscopic particles drift in the air, float in all bodies of water, and mix into the soil, becoming a permanent part of the environment.Don’t Miss this one!
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Mend-It Cafe
Tues, Oct 18, 2025
12:00-3:00 PM
Spokane County Library
Deer Park Location
208 S. Forest Ave, Deer ParkMending is always free, for everyone!
Do you have a favorite pair of jeans you just can't wear because the tear in the knee? Maybe you have a tablecloth or pillow cover that needs a little love? We've got you covered. PLUS bring your family and their clothes to be mended and your pet’s clothes too!
Mend-It Cafe is a project of Spokane Zero Waste and is run by a stellar group of volunteers.
We would like to thank Waste Management for supporting this Mend-It Cafe!
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Recraft Lab Booth
Sat, Oct 25, 2025
10-4:00 PM
33 Artists Market
The Hive Library
2904 East Sprague Ave.
SpokaneWe're so excited to share new creations from our recent grads. You'll find colorful totes, stylish bags, dopp kits and more made from promotional banners that would otherwise end up in the waste stream as well as reusable bowl covers, insulated lunch totes, utensil rolls and reusable produce bags to support your sustainable ways.
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