Keep Fort Worth Beautiful News & Events - March Edition





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Upcoming Events

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Scrap Tire Collection Events

*Saturday, March 22
Saturday, April 12
**8 am - 1 pm*

Visit our website for details. [ [link removed] ]

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Butterflies in the Garden

*March 1 - April 30*

For tickets and information, visit the event page. [ [link removed] ]

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Carver Heights Special Event Litter Cleanup

*Saturday, April 12*
*8 am - 12 pm*

No registration required. Learn more by visiting our event page. [ [link removed] ]

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Glenwood Park

Spring Clean-Up!

*Saturday, April 12*
*8 am - 12 pm*

Learn more and register here. [ [link removed] ]

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Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge Nature Con

*Saturday, April 26
**10 am - 3 pm*

To learn more, visit here [ [link removed] ].

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Cowtown

Countdown 'til Cowtown

The 40th Annual Cowtown Great American Cleanup—our largest annual litter cleanup event of the year—is in two weeks! That’s *Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am*.

Remember that you can sign up as an individual or a group at one of the preselected cleanup hubs, or choose a public area of your own. Schools, churches, businesses, community organizations, and families are all encouraged to participate.

*There’s still time to register*

Visit fortworthtexas.gov/cowtowncleanup [ [link removed]:*2F*2Fwww.fortworthtexas.gov*2Fcowtowncleanup/1/0101019506356656-e6a06225-a7f6-44d8-9c36-c3eb0d17bbe2-000000/I07kjsfsLI_ml-GzE26rXMPFc2MStaE-HVxFQ-D4Ehc=392__;JSUl!!FBD41DuKpIh0IME!J9emc2dUSOwvomr-YyFXLri8i_DxtNoT0flNrHnvKShXSjf7ZU5WC21ce6NyL8oZ0i52JqzMPZ7v3LKr0746DR7OMP8uif6EDkIa2-b9HggdzQUs-Q%24 ] to register. The first 4,000 volunteers to register will receive a free event T-shirt. All volunteers will be provided litter cleanup supplies, including trash bags and gloves.

*Earth Party*

Following the morning cleanup, volunteers are invited to Earth Party at Rockwood Park at 701 N University Drive, Fort Worth, TX. 76114, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Volunteers will be treated to food, drinks, live music, exhibitor promotions, animal adoptions, the annual Trashion Fashion Show, and more.

For event updates, visit fortworthtexas.gov/cowtowncleanup [ [link removed] ].

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Trashion

Get Ready to Shine at the Trashion Fashion Show Contest!

It's almost time to hit the runway at this year’s *Trashion Fashion Show Contest!* In just a few weeks, all contestants will be able to show off their amazing creations on stage. We will have a special guest joining us this year!

There is still time to enter. Check out the contest rules below.

*Contest Rules:*


* Entry is *free and open to everyone in the community*.
* Entries must be at least *50% trash or recyclable material*.
* Work by yourself or in a team of up to five (5) people.
* Submit photos to [email protected] with the following details:
* Names of the designers
* Model’s name
* Materials used
* Title of the outfit

The deadline for submissions is *Thursday, March 27*.

The Trashion Fashion Show will be hosted at Earth Party on *Saturday, March 29*, following the Cowtown Great American Cleanup.

Earth Party will be at *Rockwood **Park at 701 N University Drive, Fort Worth, TX. 76114, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm*.

For full details, visit fortworthtexas.gov/cowtowncleanup [ [link removed] ].
Contact [email protected] with any questions.






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School Green Teams is wrapping up for the 2024-2025 school year

As the 2024-2025 School Green Teams competition comes to a close, remember to submit your team’s points on the Activity Tracker [ [link removed] ] by May 2, 2025.

*What is School Green Teams?*

School Green Teams is a yearly competition where schools across Fort Worth compete against each other by completing environmental activities to earn points for their school. The winning school becomes the School Green Team of the year, which showcases their dedication to environmental awareness and stewardship.

The winning team last year was Westcliff Elementary, with 425 points. The students created a schoolwide recycling program, grew a food garden, and started composting on campus.

*Want to encourage sustainability at your school?*

Get your students excited about the environment for the 2025-2026 school year! Learn more by visiting the KFWB School Green Teams webpage [ [link removed] ].

Contact [email protected] with any questions.



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Recycling
Spring into recycling

Spring cleaning isn’t just for scrubbing floors or dusting shelves; it’s also a great time to think about the things you no longer need. Before trashing all those unused items, consider if they can be recycled, reused, or donated instead.

*Recycle:*

Recycling in Fort Worth is simple. The City’s curbside recycling collection allows you to place paper, plastics, metal, and glass in your blue recycling cart for pick up without worrying about sorting items first. If items cannot go in the blue cart—such as batteries or appliances—the City also has four (4) Drop-Off Stations [ [link removed] ] for items that need to be recycled differently.

*Reuse:*

If you discover old, unused items during your spring cleaning, think about how you can give those items a new life. Maybe a glass jar could be reused as a vase, or you could upcycle your old clothes.

*Donate:*

Consider donating gently used items to local shelters, thrift stores, or community organizations. Things like clothing, toys, books, and furniture can all find new homes, which reduces waste and helps support people who need these items.

This spring, think about what you can recycle, reuse, or donate to help make a positive impact on the planet. And remember, recycling can also be a part of your daily routine. Whether you are decluttering your home or giving items a second life, every small action helps create a cleaner, greener city.

For more information about recycling in Fort Worth, visit the City of Fort Worth Recycling [ [link removed] ] page.



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How to Prep for Ozone Season

Spring is nearly here, which means warmer weather is around the corner. Warmer temperatures also kick off ozone season in North Texas.

*What is ozone season?*

Ozone season is the period of time when increased sunlight leads to ground-level ozone, creating summertime smog and poor air quality. Poor air quality can cause human health risks like respiratory issues. Ozone season in North Texas runs from March-October.

*What you can do*

During this period, air quality can become unhealthy during high temperature peaks. It is important to stay in the know about air quality to help keep you and your family safe.

Here are some things you can do to reduce air quality pollution and stay safe during the high ozone season:


* *Receive air quality alerts: *Sign up for air quality alerts by visiting the Air North Texas webpage [ [link removed] ].
* *Plan ahead: *Check Air Quality Index (AQI) levels [ [link removed] ] before planning outdoor activities. Plan indoor activities on high air pollution days.
* *Drive less:* Carpool, use public transportation, drive an electric vehicle, walk, bike, or combine errands to reduce how much time you spend driving.
* *Be energy-conscious:* Opt for energy-efficient appliances, turn off lights and electronics when not in use, use LED lightbulbs, and adjust your thermostat to conserve energy.

These are just a few ways you can reduce harmful emissions that contribute to poor air quality. Doing your part to live more sustainably helps everyone in the community live happier, healthier lives.

To learn more about Air Quality initiatives in Fort Worth, visit our Air Quality Page [ [link removed] ].







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