Charlotte Area Recycling Authority

09/03/2026

♻️ **CARA IS OPEN TODAY!** ♻️

It’s a great day to clear out those recyclables! The **Charlotte Area Recycling Authority (CARA)** is open **TODAY from 2:00 PM–6:00 PM**.

📦 Bring us your **cardboard**
📄 Bring us your **paper**
🥫 Bring us your **cans**
🍾 Bring us your **clear glass**
♻️ And bring along your other accepted recyclables!

Every item recycled helps keep reusable materials out of the landfill and supports a cleaner, greener Charlotte. 💚🌎

🕑 **TODAY: 2:00 PM–6:00 PM**

Load up the car, stop by CARA, and recycle with us! ♻️

**Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. Together, we make a difference!** 💚

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09/01/2026

CARA to be OPEN for Labor Day Weekend but CLOSED for Frontier's Day Weekend
Please note that we will be OPEN Labor Day Weekend (Saturday September 5, 2026) from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for all your recycling needs.

*REMINDER that we will be CLOSED for Frontier Days Weekend (Saturday, September 12, 2026).

08/29/2026

🎬 Lights, Camera, Action 🎬 Charlotte Area Recycling Authority has just launched a Regal Fundraising Campaign where 25% of your purchase goes directly to our cause! This ticket bundle is perfect for movie enthusiasts who don't want to miss out on the latest hits or catch their favorite films before they leave the big screen. Use our unique fundraiser page to join in and enjoy the magic of movies at Regal: grouprai.se/regalcinemas85544s

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

🍝 The CARA Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner is BACK!
Join us on Friday, October 2, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at the Eaton Area Senior Center and support a great cause!
Enjoy a delicious meal, connect with neighbors, and help us keep recycling strong in Charlotte. Dine-in and to-go options available!
🙌 We’re looking for sponsors and volunteers to help make this event a success. If you’d like to get involved, please reach out—we’d love to have you on board!
Don't forget to follow our page for updates!

08/14/2026

Be sure to register today!

These events are open to all Eaton County (non-commercial) residents. Event dates are announced annually in March. Event registration is required and is available online or by phone beginning annually on in mid-March. Events are held in May and August. Sign up to be notified when recycling event in...

08/13/2026

♻️ It’s Recycling Day in Charlotte! ♻️

The Charlotte Area Recycling Authority (CARA) is OPEN TODAY, Thursday, from 2:00 PM–6:00 PM!

Gather up those recyclables and bring them on down. Every item recycled helps reduce waste and keeps reusable materials out of the landfill. 🌎💚

🕑 Today’s Hours: 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
♻️ Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.
😊 We look forward to seeing some familiar faces—and hopefully some new ones too!

Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community clean and green! 💚♻️

08/06/2026

Here's a friendly, community-focused Facebook post:

♻️ **We're Open Today!** ♻️

The **Charlotte Area Recycling Authority (CARA)** is open **today from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM**!

Whether you're dropping off cardboard, paper, plastic, glass, or metal, we'd love to see you. Every item you recycle helps keep valuable materials out of the landfill and makes a positive impact on our community.

If you haven't visited us before, today is a great day to start! Bring your recyclables, say hello, and help us make Charlotte a cleaner, greener place.

🕑Today's Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Thank you for doing your part to keep Charlotte beautiful! 💚♻️