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Sustainability events
Harvest Days 2025
The Center for Sustainability invites you to a variety of events this fall.
E-Waste and Scrap Metal Recycling Event
Wed., Oct. 8 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Lot Y-12 (SW corner of campus behind ITC, follow signs)
Drive up and drop off
Must show a college ID or business card to participate — students, staff, faculty only.
E-waste Recycling
Computers and networking equipment, video and gaming equipment, communication equipment, home and pro audio equipment, medical and lab equipment, office equipment, home appliances and kitchen equipment, lawn and garden equipment (no gas or oil), electronic exercise equipment, photography and lighting
Fees for these items (cash or check collected at event):
- Cathode tube TVs or CRT monitors, projection TVs, flat screens – $20-$50
- Freon containing items such as freezers, fridges, A/C units, dehumidifiers – $10
For a full list of recyclable items and fees, visit Midwest Recycling Center (MRC).
Scrap Metal Recycling
Old grills, patio furniture, wheel barrows, screen door and window frames, gutters, downspouts, rakes, shovels, metal fencing, railings, shelving, hardware, tools, metal posts, pipes, plumbing fittings, saw blades, metal rims (no tires), license plates, light fixtures (no bulbs or ballasts), wire, insulated wire or cable, Christmas lights, ovens, washer/dryer, garbage disposals, water heaters, electric motors, hedge clippers, bicycles, filing cabinets, weight lifting equipment, ironing boards, pots and pans, popcorn tins, home decor
For a full list of recyclable and prohibited items, visit Advantage Metals.
Contact recycle@jccc.edu with questions.
Learn more about the E-Waste and Scrap Metal Recycling Event
Cider and Sunset
Tue., Oct. 14 | 4-7.30 p.m. | Open Petal Farm (free parking in Police Academy lot)
Join our community-wide sunset event with fall activities for all. Take a tour of the farm, play family-friendly games, and sip FREE hot apple cider. The event is open to anyone—including kids!
Harvest Lunch
Wed., Oct. 15 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Food Court/COM Dining Room
Enjoy a farm-to-table meal featuring produce from JCCC’s student-led Open Petal Farm.
Sustainability and Gaming Presentation
Wed., Nov. 12 | 1-2 p.m. | CoLab (OCB 100)
Discover how sustainability interacts with roleplaying games (RPGs) and the world of gaming in an exciting virtual presentation led by Teos Abadía, Co-host of the Mastering Dungeons podcast. This in-person event is open to everyone, with snacks and drinks provided!
RSVP for the Sustainability and Gaming Presentation
Pumpkin Composting
Nov. 3 - Dec. 5 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | PA (W1) parking lot
Donate an item for the SBNC; drive up and drop off pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, and hay bales. No painted pumpkins or pumpkins with glitter, please (they can be thrown away.)
Learn more about Pumpkin Composting
Epicenter
Explore action-oriented climate solutions for the Kansas City region! Epicenter is a free, annual conference geared for high school juniors/seniors and college undergrads looking to learn the latest in sustainability trends.
Earth Days
Celebrate our planet through exciting activities on campus.