Stay 2+ days and enjoy special activities all weekend.
Join NYC fashion designer Jussara Lee for an inspiring series of talks in Woodside as she shares her transformative journey toward a plastic-free, zero-waste lifestyle.
Through her unique perspective, Jussara will highlight the realities of plastic pollution and its far-reaching effects on our environment. In addition to raising awareness, Jussara will provide practical, actionable steps that you can take to reduce waste in your daily life.
This enlightening event is a perfect opportunity to learn from an expert and gain valuable insights into protecting yourself and your loved ones while contributing to a more sustainable future.
In addition to this event, you can enjoy all of the daily activities that Woodside, CA offers. Explore our sample schedule.
Whether you're just starting your zero-waste journey or looking for deeper insights into the impact of plastic, this event is perfect for anyone interested in sustainability, fashion, and reducing their environmental footprint.
Discover the origins and evolution of plastic and its environmental toll; how plastic affects our food, clothing, and oceans; and practical, everyday solutions for reducing plastic waste and advocating for change.
Jussara Lee A native Brazilian of Korean heritage, Jussara Lee moved to New York City in 1987 to study at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Upon graduation, she launched her namesake label of locally produced, hand-tailored clothes, landing at Bergdorf Goodman and other prominent retail stores worldwide. Overwhelmed by the fashion industry’s waste, she has halted production of new clothes and, instead, has been transforming her client’s existing wardrobe using zero-waste techniques. She and her team employ creativity and craftsmanship through hand embroidery, natural dyes, and mending to give garments a new life. Jussara hosts community engagement events about plastic pollution, to which synthetic textiles are a major contributor.
Thursday, April 17
8 p.m. The Plastic Problem Explore the origins of plastic, why it’s become a modern phenomenon and the harmful effects it has on our world – including the role of microplastics, microbeads, and nurdles in our environment.
Friday, April 18
5 p.m. Plastic’s Presence in Our Lives Learn about the surprising ways plastic shows up in our food, clothing, oceans, and even the air. Jussara will discuss the difference between real solutions and greenwashing efforts by industries.
Saturday, April 19
5 p.m. Practical Solutions Discover how personal actions and advocacy can drive meaningful change. Jussara will guide you through steps you can take in your own life and how to advocate for a plastic-free future.
