About this Event
WHAT'S SORT-A-THON?
Sort-A-Thon is FABSCRAP’s 12-hour fabric sorting marathon event, and we’re recruiting all our FAB friends to come and help sort fabric! Our goal is to sort 3,000 pounds of textiles in one day! FABSCRAP will provide meals, entertainment, and special presentations throughout - like a very productive party! :)
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Register for 2-hour sorting blocks and take home 3 pounds of fabric for each block you complete. For example, 4 hours of sorting = 6 pounds of free fabric! Don’t forget to buffer some time in to shop after you've completed your final sorting block and redeem your free fabric! Vouchers will be provided if you prefer to redeem your free fabric at a later date.
*Maximum of three, 2-hour blocks per attendee.
WHY?
On average, we collect 7000 pounds of textile waste each week. We need the help of our volunteers to make a dent in our growing pile of material. Sort-A-Thon is also a perfect opportunity for all of our volunteers to meet and connect!
Come ready to sort, eat, and hang out with our community! It will be a fun-filled day of recycling-related activities.
( More details below)
WHAT TO EXPECT:
During each session we will:
- Welcome & Train: Overview of FABSCRAP and training where you learn how FABSCRAP sorts fabric for reuse and recycling (15 minutes)
- Sort: Sort through fabric samples and large pieces, pulling out usable fabrics for reuse and removing hardware and paper from fabric swatches for recycling (1 hour 45 minutes)
***Sorting fabric requires the use of sharp scissors and moderate lifting (20-30 lbs). By registering for a session, you are confirming that you have read, understand, and agree to the volunteer waiver.***
***Volunteer Waiver Link Here: https://fabscrap.org/volunteerwaiver***
Tips for a successful volunteer session:
- Dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes. Most volunteers sort while standing, but we can provide chairs if you prefer to sit.
- We play music, but feel free to bring headphones.
- Out of respect for everyone in our community, if you are feeling ill prior to the event, we ask that you cancel your ticket and do not attend.
Here’s our plan for the day, so you can choose which time blocks will work best for you!
(breakfast is available)
9-11AM: Sorter BINGO
11AM-1PM: FABSCRAP Trivia
(lunch served *** If attending 11AM-1PM, please plan to eat AFTER your session. If attending from 1-3PM, please plan to eat BEFORE your session).
1-3PM: Musical Tables
3-5PM: Q&A with FABSCRAP Founder, Jessica Schreiber
5-7PM: Sip & Sort
(dinner served*** If attending 5-7PM, please plan to eat AFTER your session. If attending from 7-9PM, please plan to eat BEFORE your session).
7-9PM: Clean up, Weigh Out, and Close Down
DIRECTIONS ARE IMPORTANT!
The FABSCRAP warehouse is located in Building B within the Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT), which is accessible by foot, bike/scooter, car, subway, bus, and ferry. Free indoor and outdoor bike parking is available at BAT Building B entrances (58th Street). This entrance is fully accessible. Free, secure on-site parking is available for cars at the Pier 4/NYC Ferry parking lot.
How to locate FABSCRAP within BAT: Our website has in-depth directions with pictures to make sure you are easily able to find us!
IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND / NEED TO CANCEL:
We have limited availability and high demand for our volunteer opportunities. Any missing volunteer significantly impacts our operations and takes away the spot from another community member. If you can no longer make it for any reason, kindly cancel your Eventbrite ticket prior to the session through your confirmation email (see below) or by emailing [email protected] with the info about what session you are canceling.
How do you cancel your ticket?
Once you receive your confirmation email, please click “Go to My Tickets”. From there, please click cancel your ticket.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Brooklyn Army Terminal, 140 58th Street, Building B, Brooklyn, United States
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