America Recycles Day - Nov. 15
America Recycles Day (ARD),
held every year on November 15, is a national campaign to raise awareness
about the benefits of recycling and buying products made with recycled materials.
Buying recycled is the step that "closes the recycling loop." Both
Kansas and Missouri are official partners in this national effort and host
events to help spread the message.
Each year, the MARC Solid Waste Management District, in cooperation with local governments, businesses and non-profits, coordinates the regional celebration.
How to get involved:
- Visit and promote RecycleSpot.org – RecycleSpot.org is the region’s one-stop spot for recycling information. It lists everything that is recyclable in the metro area and where to take it. Post RecycleSpot.org flyers, stickers and magnets. to help promote the Web site.
- Take the ARD pledge – Make a personal pledge to recycle, buy recycled and spread the word about recycling. Pledge online at America Recycles Day.
- Get youth involved - This ARD kids activity (pdf) is designed to encourage children to be more involved in recycling and to care for the environment. By completing certain activities, a child can receive an America Recycles Day prize.
- Proclaim November 15 America Recycles Day - Help to
educate your public officials by having them sign an ARD proclamation.
- Sample proclamation (pdf)
- Display posters - There are free ARD posters for your use to promote ARD in your community, school, business, etc. In the Kansas City metro area, contact Matt Riggs at (816) 701-8313.
Events
- "American Consumerism: Through the Lens" with Chris Jordan Nov. 14, 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Vic & Helen Regnier Extreme Screen Auditorium at Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd., Kansas City, Mo. 64108. Through Chris' art we have the opportunity to reflect on the impact of our collective consumption, and how we can take steps to reduce, reuse and recycle. You are invited to join the presentation as Chris shares and discusses the work in his series "Intolerable Beauty: Portraits of American Mass Consumption" and his latest project, "Running the Numbers." In addition, local experts will be on hand to share how you can help lessen our impact on the world around us. Afterward, meet up with Chris at The Bistro for a private reception. Event is open to the public. Admission is free. Seating is limited. RSVP online.
- Mr. & Mrs.
F. L. Schlagle Library, Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to noon,
Wyandotte County Lake Park, 4051 West Drive, Kansas City, Kans. 66109.
Join the staff and the Master Gardeners for "Gooey Garbage," "Cookie Cutter Seed Cards" and holiday decorations from recycled materials. Registration required due to limited supplies. Call (913) 299-2384.
For more information, contact Matt Riggs 816/701-8313.
