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Greenmarket Collections Reach 1,000,000 lbs!

Caitlin — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:09:32 +0000

Congratulations to GrowNYC, our partner in greenmarket collections, for the accomplishment of diverting 1 Million lbs of textiles from landfills. GrowNYC has been a great partner in so many ways that it is hard to say enough about how we feel about this organization. They have helped us as a company and also as individuals raising the bar in how we interact with our local community. We tip our caps to you GrowNYC. Here’s to 1 million more!

From their recent news release:
“Given the enormous volume of textiles that residents dispose of each year in NYC, GrowNYC wanted to provide a convenient alternative. What began as a pilot in Union Square has grown to be a permanent offering at eight of our Greenmarkets,” said GrowNYC Executive Director Marcel Van Ooyen. “And, New Yorkers have responded overwhelmingly, as over 51,000 New Yorkers have contributed to the million pounds of textiles that have been diverted from disposal as of March 31, 2011. That’s enough to fill 24 subway cars!”

For locations and times of collection with GrowNYC, visit: http://www.wearablecollections.com/green.php

Wearable Collections Profile on Anderson Cooper 360° on Sept. 1 2010

bootopia — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:11:31 +0000

We can barely contain our excitement with the news that Wearable Collections will be among the legions of wonderful organizations profiled on the Anderson Cooper 360° show. The taping was completed a couple of months ago and according to our sources will be aired on Sept 1st , either at the 10pm slot or 11pm. The AC 360° team conducted an interview at the Wearable offices, and followed us around to get a first hand look at Wearable’s operations. We really enjoyed our time with them, and though we didn’t get to meet Anderson Cooper himself, anytime he would like to be a guest collector at the greenmarkets, he is very welcome.

Greenmarket Expansion August 1

bootopia — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:28:50 +0000

Thanks to a great first half of 2009 in which nearly 110,000 lbs of clothing and textiles have been collected at 5 market locations, Wearable Collections and the CENYC have chosen to expand the program. Starting August 1, we will begin collections to markets in the following areas: Fort Greene, Greenpoint, Inwood, and Jackson Heights. We are thrilled to be able to better serve those in these communities and look forward to future expansions. For a look at our full greenmarket schedule see below..

FRIDAYS
97th Street Greenmarket, 8am-2pm
W 97th & Columbus

SATURDAYS
Union Square Greenmarket, 8am-6pm (open now)
(Due to construction, the site may move around the park. Ask at the Market Manager’s tent if you have trouble finding it!)

Inwood Greenmarket, 8am-3pm (Starting August 1)
Isham St b/t Seaman & Cooper

Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket, Brooklyn, 8am-4pm (open now)
(NW Entrance to Prospect Park)

Fort Greene Greenmarket, 8am-3pm (Starting August 1)
Washington Park at DeKalb

McCarren Park Greenmarket, 8am-2pm (Starting August 1)
Bedford & Lorimer, Greenpoint

SUNDAYS
Tompkins Square Greenmarket, 8am-4pm (open now)
E 7th & Avenue A

Jackson Heights Greenmarket, 8am-3pm (Starting August 2)
34th Ave b/t 77th & 78th Sts (JUN-NOV ONLY)

MONDAYS
Union Square Greenmarket, 8am-6pm (open now)
Union Square North Plaza (17th St.)
(Due to construction, the site may move around the park. Ask at the Market Manager’s tent if you have trouble finding it!)

Textile Recycling on Sundance Channel

bootopia — Fri, 08 May 2009 14:52:06 +0000

This is our good friend David Hurd of the CENYC speaking about the greenmarket textile recycling programs. If you watch closely you will see another of our favorite people, Wearable’s own Michael S. We especially like the view of Michael from inside the bin. Extremely artistic, and quite the action shot.

Epoch Times article

bootopia — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:10:44 +0000

Unfortunately we don’t have any translators over here at Werarable HQ , but for those of you who can undertand what has been written about us in the Epoch Times enjoy! Please let us know if it is flattering or not:)

-see article

Inwood Brings It!

bootopia — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 02:40:04 +0000

Residents of Inwood braved the elements and donated nearly 4000 lbs this afternoon. It was the first time for Wearable to experience the Inwood area and it left quite an impression on us. The locals were so friendly and enthusiastic. We can’t wait to make it a permanent collection spot. And, of course, thanks to the CENYC for making it all happen!

Wearable Collections at Union sq for “Material Mondays”

bootopia — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 01:13:34 +0000

We are proud to announce our second greenmarket collection location. Following up on the success of our Grand Army Plaza collections every saturday in Park Slope, Wearable will now be collecting every monday at Union Sq. We are located on the west side of the park near 16th st. Come by and say Hi, or even donate some clothes. The collections are held in collaboration with the CENYC.

Hours of collections: 8am-6pm Mondays

We will be adding new locations in 2009 so keep checking for updates.

Inaugural Greenmarket a Success!

bootopia — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 20:37:11 +0000

We want to thank all of the Park Slopians who braved the frigid weather to donate their textiles at the Grand Army Plaza greenmarket.The day was a success collecting nearly a ton of clothing. Don’t worry! If you missed us this Saturday, we will be out there every weekend in collaboration with the CENYC. We are located up the hill in the entrance to the park, not in the center of greenmarket territory.

Wearable Collections will be collecting clothes at Grand Army Plaza starting this Saturday November 22

bootopia — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:19:26 +0000

For those of you living near Prospect Park, you will now be able to donate clothing every Saturday at the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket between 8am and 4pm. The collections will be held in partnership with The Council On The Environment of NYC, as part of their Second Chance Saturdays. .Wearable Collections accepts all used, clean clothing including shoes and hats. We also accept household items such as curtains, linens, towels, handbags and belts. Whether you have a donation or just picking up some local produce, come by and say HI…We look forward to being part of this wonderful community.