Re-Imagine Earth Day event coming back for second year of community connection

Re-Imagine Earth Day event coming back for second year of community connection
Posted on 04/14/2026
Lane County News Update

Now in its second year, a coalition of organizations and agencies dedicated to sustainability is proud to announce Re-Imagine Earth Day, an opportunity for the community to engage, learn, and take meaningful steps toward a healthier planet.

 

Join community members on Sunday, April 19, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Farmers Market Pavilion (85 E. 8th Ave., Eugene) for a unique celebration designed to empower individuals and communities to live more sustainably.

 

This dynamic indoor/outdoor event—sponsored in part by Bye Bye Mattress, a program of the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC), Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission, Lane County Waste Management, and the City of Eugene Waste Prevention Program—will provide attendees with the chance to:

 

  • Connect with organizations, nonprofits, agencies, and businesses promoting sustainable behaviors, programs, products, and services.
  • Explore eco-friendly products and services from local vendors.
  • Discover artisans who incorporate recycled, upcycled, or sustainable materials into their work.
  • Enjoy diverse performances from local groups coordinated by MEPAA, including Eugene Bhangra, Rock Goblins, Ian W. & Friends, Ballet Folklórico Colibrí, and CSS Client Musicians.
  • Eat delicious food from local vendors, including Red Five Hot Dogs, B~Heavenly, and Mainland Malasadas.

 

Event Details

 

  • When: Sunday, April 19, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
  • Where: Farmers Market Pavilion (85 E. 8th Ave., Eugene)

 

For questions, please contact Mitra Gruwell, Community Engagement Coordinator at MECCA, at [email protected], or visit www.wastewiselane.org/earth.

 

About the Organizers:
This event is hosted by a coalition of sustainability-focused organizations, including the Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts (MECCA), BRING, City of Eugene Waste Prevention, and Waste Wise Lane County–a part of Lane County Waste Management.