Hey Austin: June 18th is Reusable Bag Day!

Who knew? According to Community Impact News, Austin, Texas, celebrates Reusable Bag Day from 10AM to 12PM this Wednesday.

Shop with a Reusable Bag on June 18
Paper or Plastic? No Thanks! I’ve got my own. On June 18 bring your own reusable bag.

Why Reusable Bag Day only lasts two hours in the middle of the day on a Wednesday is a true head-scratching mystery, but it’s a nice gesture nonetheless. The day is sponsored by the Keep Austin Beautiful organization, and while giving out reusable bags always seems to be a focal point, there are additional activities for the kids.

Design-a-Bag

• Parents and kids can join Walgreens, 11724 Research Blvd. (at Duval Road), to decorate a canvas bag. Free canvas bags and art supplies provided.
• Each participant gets one Free KAB Reusable Bag while supplies last.

The main event page also lists tons of reasons why disposables have got to go, and as always it’s a worthy cause. So if you’re from Austin, get on down there! (Unless you’re working or at school, of course. Then you may have to search for a reusable bag yourself.)

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