Elk County Community Recycling Center

10/09/2026

Looking to fund hands-on outdoor learning, climate resiliency, or watershed education in your school district?

Applications for the 2027 PA DEP Environmental Education Grants open October 5, 2026.

Eligible Applicants:
• PreK-12 public, charter, and private schools
• Colleges and universities
• Conservation districts & 501(c)(3) nonprofits
• Registered PA businesses

Priorities for 2027 focus on Land Use, Air Quality, Water, and Climate Change, with an emphasis on projects serving Environmental Justice communities.

⏰ Deadline to Apply: November 13, 2026
🗓️ Applicant Webinar: October 13, 2026 (12:00 PM EDT)
🔗 Check eligibility and get the 2027 guidance manual at this link: https://bit.ly/4rujONy

10/07/2026

09/28/2026

Looking to learn something new, build your skills, or get certified? We have upcoming training opportunities you won’t want to miss!

Call the CEC at 814-781-3437 to learn how to register.

09/18/2026

📢 ATTENTION ELK COUNTY SMALL BUSINESSES! 📢

Are high commercial waste and garbage hauling fees chipping away at your bottom line? 💸 Stop throwing cash in the trash!

The Elk County Community Recycling Center makes it fast, easy, and completely cost-effective for local businesses to recycle operational waste.
📦 What we accept:
• Cardboard & Paper: Shipping boxes, office paper, shredded paper, and packaging
• Plastics: #1, #2, and #5 bottles/jugs, plus bulk film plastics (shrink wrap & bubble wrap)
• Metals: Aluminum and steel commercial food or beverage cans

🚚 WE'LL COME TO YOU!
Don't know where to start? Sonya will visit your business on-site to evaluate your waste flow, answer questions, and provide personalized guidance to get you started!

Let’s boost your budget and do our part to Preserve the Wilds for the future of our herd! 🦌🌲
👇 Get started today:
📞 Call: (814) 834-4886
✉️ Email: [email protected]
📍 Visit Us: 850 Washington St, St. Marys

Send a message to learn more

09/16/2026

𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖 𝟒𝐩𝐦-𝟕𝐩𝐦
Come to our open house for a FREE drink, discounted shop items, enjoy refreshments, enter to win a basket & learn more about new things going on here at the chamber! We look forward to seeing everyone!

09/08/2026

BOO IN THE PARK
We are so excited to be working with City of St. Marys Parks and Recreation for this event! Mark your calendars now!
Have you registered your business for Business Trick or Treat yet? Heres the link:https://forms.gle/g4ZzwooD8vHQL2Tq6

09/03/2026

Our team is taking Monday off to rest and celebrate Labor Day!

Come visit us either tomorrow (Friday) from 10-2p or on the Wednesday after between 12-7p during our open-to-the-public hours.

Enjoy the long weekend!