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Sustainable Gift-Giving

Fleet Farming
2026-12-09 13:30:00 2026-12-09 14:30:00 America/New_York Sustainable Gift-Giving Fleet Farming presents a class all about sharing gifts in an eco-conscious way! Discover sustainable alternatives to traditional gift-giving and learn how to reduce plastic consumption. Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Wednesday, December 09
1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Southwest Branch

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Fleet Farming presents a class all about sharing gifts in an eco-conscious way! Discover sustainable alternatives to traditional gift-giving and learn how to reduce plastic consumption.

The topics discussed are zero-waste gift ideas, eco-friendly wrapping, and how to support local artisans and sustainable businesses.

This class is led by the team at Fleet Farming, a non-profit program of IDEAS For Us. Learn more about Fleet Farming at www.FleetFarming.org.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | ipevents | bb-general-events |

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Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

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