Our Rock & Reuse Summer Concert series has been a celebration of music, community, and, most importantly, the power of reused materials. Over seven Saturdays this summer, we transformed Resource Central’s Materials Reuse Facility into a hub of ecological enthusiasm, drawing in over 800 new community members and diverting hundreds of thousands of pounds of materials. Thank you to everyone who came by to jam out, enjoy some delicious food truck fare, and participate in keeping our community and planet sustainable through the power of reuse.
Empowering the Community Through Reuse
The heart of the Rock & Reuse series was our mission to promote the power of reuse. By engaging with new community members in a fun and welcoming way, we were able to showcase how simple actions can lead to significant environmental benefits. The impact was substantial. Together with our new and returning program participants, we diverted an impressive 273,500 pounds of materials from landfills. This achievement is a testament to what can be accomplished when a community comes together with a shared vision of sustainability. Each concert, participant interaction, and piece of reused material contributed to a larger narrative of positive environmental change.
Looking Forward
Together, we are building a movement toward a more sustainable future—while having some fun along the way. Stay tuned for more fun events, initiatives, and ways to get involved. Here’s to a future where reuse isn’t just a concept but a way of life!
Pictured above, the Levitate Jump Rope Team performed at the first Rock & Reuse event on June 1, 2024.
