We'd like to say farewell to Bob Henkel, who has left the earthday365 staff after almost 10 years. Bob helped to grow our Recycling On the Go program that has reached over a million individuals in the St. Louis region, providing education about composting and recycling. His dedication to the mission was apparent through his work managing pilot programs, helping create a GDA app, helping make sure events around the city become more sustainable, and educating everyone he could about the do's and don'ts of recycling and composting. For the past two years, he provided leadership in bringing back successful St. Louis Earth Day Festivals post-pandemic. He never fails to light up a room with laughs and even became our personal handyman around the office. Bob (and his hat) will be dearly missed!

We have a new team member! Kelly Lu, previously our social media intern, is now our Communications & Marketing Coordinator. She'll be covering our social media, monthly newsletter, graphic designs, press releases, and more. Like the rest of our team, she has a huge passion for sustainability and also loves thrifting, fashion, anime, and gaming. You might catch her taking photos at our events!

Whether you’re a home chef, an executive chef, or just an eco-conscious consumer, “Greenwashing” is a practice you encounter daily, though you may not realize it. Every consumer should be aware of greenwashing and understand what it means. Our goal at the Green Dining Alliance is to help you make the best decisions for your restaurant and community. Click the button below for a curated collection of helpful resources.

Grab your clean containers, and kick trash and litter to the curb on World Refill Day! Click on the button below to check out local businesses where you can refill dry goods, body products, and beverages all year round.

Join us for our next Environmental Justice Day of Action on Saturday, July 8th 9am-12pm at St. Peter's United Church of Christ in Ferguson! We are partnering with Metropolitan Congregations United and Ferguson Eco Team to hold a clean-up in Ferguson. We will meet at St. Peter's UCC at 1425 Stein Rd. Volunteers will be treated to a tasty treat!

Are you an earthday365 member? If so, join us on Tuesday, June 20th. We will be celebrating you with a membership picnic!

Thank you to Mission Taco Joint, Urban Chestnut, and 4 Hands for providing tacos and beer! Every member in attendance will be entered for a chance to win a door prize.

If you are not a member, it's never too late to join! 

STL Green Drinks will be hosting their June Happy Hour at GDA-certified Onesto Pizza & Trattoria. Support local green dining and join in the conversations of fellow environmentalists and sustainable living advocates. The second Wednesday of each month from 5-7 PM will feature a new GDA-certified establishment for Happy Hour. 

When: Wednesday, June 14th, 5-7pm

Location: Onesto Pizza & Trattoria (5401 Finkman St. 63109)