FORT PIERCE – St. Lucie County residents are invited to learn from industry experts at free quarterly events at the Havert L. Fenn Center in Fort Pierce, located at 2000 Virginia Ave.

Speakers will share information about a variety of utility and recycling-related topics while participants enjoy a free lunch and giveaways.

The series kicks off on March 11 from 12 to 1 p.m. with panelists from Public Utilities, Solid Waste, Oxbow Eco-Center, and the University of Florida. The panel will teach attendees how to make conservation and sustainability habits second nature.

To RSVP to the event, visit the Public Utilities Lunch & Learn RSVP form.

Save the dates:

• March 11, 2026, 12 -1 p.m., “Celebrate Earth Day every day.”
  • From saving water to reducing waste, learn about Earth Day and what inspired the movement.
• June 17, 2026, 12 – 1 p.m., “Hurricane preparedness beyond your kit.”
  • Get tips from St. Lucie County staff on the best practices to prepare your home and your family for a storm.
• September 23, 2026, 12 – 1 p.m., “Preview new water treatment projects.”
  • Peek at the progress of new and expanded utility plants and find out when residents will benefit from them.
• November 4, 2026, 12 – 1 p.m., “Commit to recycling right.”
  • Bridge the gap between knowledge and action and take the America Recycles Day Pledge.

Thanks to Waste Pro, St. Lucie County’s garbage hauler, for sponsoring the 2026 Lunch & Learn series.