Where To Volunteer, Part 3

Just 19 days now until you can join the KC Irish Fest volunteer team. 19 days...why if memory serves that happens to be the average gestation period of a parakeet. That's not long at all. We'd better figure out where you want to work. Today let's have a look at the greenest part of our green fest. The Recycling Committee.

Here's what you'll notice when you sign up for the recycling committee: your posture will improve. Because our recyclers walk with their heads held high. And why not? They're out there not only looking good in their free t-shirts, they're also saving the entire planet, especially the Kansas City part of the entire planet which as far as I'm concerned is the best part.

Last year I gave you some good reasons to join this eleite unit. They bear repeating, with an addition for 2010:

1. Irish Fest recycling queen Natalie Smith is the bombdiggity. She's the big bad boss with the red hot sauce. She's Recyclosaurus Rex. And you'll have a great time working with her. And new for 2010, Nat and her crew will be working with new Irish Fest board member and the pride of Belfast, Craig Duke, who will keep you laughing all weekend long.

2. Recycling vols aren't tied down to one spot. You're out there, seeing the sights, getting some sun and exercise. Yes, there's some lifting now and then. But guess how much a bag full of empty plastic bottles weighs?

3. People love you. You're saving the planet! There's no down side. Nobody will complain that you're charging too much or that your lines are too long or that your blog is stupid. You're a hero. Feel the love all weekend, you deserve it.

4. We need you. Recycling is chronically understaffed. Isn't it nice to be needed? 

So do it, greenie. Check the recycling box on your on-line volunteer sign up form. Right after your parakeet hatches.