Bay Area Recycling for Community

10/09/2026

From carbon footprints to microplastic pollution, our everyday choices can have a bigger environmental impact than we realize.

Check out our latest blog to learn more about the hidden waste around us and discover simple ways to reduce waste, reuse more, and make a difference in our community.

Read the full blog on our website:

Discover the hidden impacts of carbon footprints, microplastics, and everyday waste, plus simple ways to reduce waste and protect the environment.

10/08/2026

Spooky good savings are haunting the Kaleva Resale Store! 🎃

Don’t let these deals disappear before Halloween!

👻 $5 Fill a Bag of Clothing
🕸️ 15% Off Doors & Windows
🔨 20% Off Hardware

And there’s even more to love: Recycle with us and receive 10% off your purchase at the Kaleva Resale Store!

Come see what treasures are waiting for you this October. You never know what spooky-good find you might take home!

📍 14407 Industrial Dr. Kaleva, MI 49645

10/07/2026

Last scrap tire & mattress recycling collection of the year! ♻️

Have old tires or a mattress you’ve been meaning to get rid of? This is your last opportunity of the year to recycle them through Leelanau County!

The final collection will be held Friday, October 9, from 4–6 PM at the Government Center.

Scrap tires:
• Up to 10 passenger tires per property
• $2 non-refundable fee per tire
• Passenger tires only
• No tires from commercial businesses
• No oversized tires

Mattresses & boxsprings:
• $5 non-refundable fee per mattress or boxspring
• Mattresses must be dry
• Must be stored indoors and off the ground
• Please bring mattresses under a tarp prior to drop-off

📞 An appointment is required. Contact Leelanau County Planning at 231-256-9812 to schedule an appointment and arrange payment.

Don’t miss the last collection of the year! If you’ve been waiting to get rid of those old tires or a mattress, now’s the time. ♻️

09/16/2026

We’re excited to be part of the 2026 Paddle Antrim Festival! 🚣

Paddle Antrim brings hundreds of paddlers together to experience the Chain of Lakes Water Trail while supporting the protection of Northern Michigan’s waterways. This year, BARC will be helping with recycling and compostables throughout the festival, doing our part to keep waste out of the landfill.

The 2026 Paddle Antrim Festival takes place September 18–20, traveling from Elk Rapids to Ellsworth. We’re proud to be part of an event that brings people together around outdoor recreation, community, and stewardship.

Learn more about the festival at paddleantrim.com

09/16/2026

Save the date! The 3rd Annual Sunset Soiree Fundraiser is happening October 3rd at Shady Lane Cellars.

Our friends at Power Book Bags are hosting this wonderful event, and we’re excited to see it come together! It’s sure to be a beautiful evening supporting a great cause.

Check out their post for all the details and we hope to see you there! 💛

Make sure to save the date for our 3rd annual Sunset Soirée Fundraiser:
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Shady Lane Cellars

It will be a fun-filled evening celebrating 10 years of empowering children and supporting our programs in the future.

We still have some sponsorship opportunities available! For more information contact Kara Gregory at [email protected].

💜We can’t wait to celebrate with you!!!💜

09/09/2026

Our 2026 Manistee County Tire Recycling Events are coming up this September. Bring your old tires to BARC in Kaleva and help keep unwanted tires out of landfills and our local environment.

📅 Wednesday, September 16 | 3–7 PM
📅 Saturday, September 19 | 8 AM–12 PM
📍 Bay Area Recycling for Community (BARC)
14407 Industrial Dr, Kaleva, MI 49645

A few things to know:
• Manistee County residents only
• Limit 10 tires per trip
• $2 per tire without a rim / $3 with a rim
• Cash only
• Passenger and light-duty truck tires only
• Household/residential tires only
• Tires must be clean and free of excessive dirt, paint or cement

Help us make these events a success and give those old tires a proper second life! ♻️

09/04/2026

Back-to-school routines, busy work schedules, and packed fall calendars can make it easy for sustainable habits to slip. But reducing waste doesn’t have to be complicated.

From creating an easy recycling routine at home to shopping second-hand and choosing reusable items, small changes can make a meaningful difference.

Read our latest blog for simple ways to keep sustainability part of your routine this fall:

09/03/2026

Fall is right around the corner, and we're bringing you some great September Savings at the Kaleva Resale Store this month!

🛋️ 20% Off Furniture
📺 15% Off Electronics
🧺 BOGO Linen & Craft Supplies

Spend over $100 and receive 10% off your purchase.

Recycle with us and receive 10% off purchases in the Kaleva Resale Store.

Holiday Closure Reminder: The Kaleva Resale Store will be closed Saturday, September 5 through Tuesday, September 8. We’ll be back open and ready to see you on Wednesday, September 9.

📍 Visit Us:
14407 Industrial Dr.
Kaleva, MI 49645

09/01/2026

UPDATE: We have an update to our previously shared Labor Day closure schedule!

Kaleva Office & Resale Shop
Closed Saturday, September 5 through Tuesday, September 8
Reopening Wednesday, September 9.

Traverse City Location
Closed Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7
Open Tuesday, September 8 during regular hours.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone has a safe and relaxing Labor Day weekend!

08/20/2026

If you have visited our resale shop, dropped off an old mattress, recycled electronics at one of our many events, or worked with us through one of our other sustainability programs, you may already know a piece of the answer. But there is a lot more happening behind the scenes.

That is why we have been inviting businesses, organizations, community partners, and other groups to take a tour of BARC. A tour is an opportunity to see our work in action, learn where materials go after they leave your hands, and discover the many ways BARC can help keep valuable resources in circulation.

If you have visited our resale shop, dropped off an old mattress, recycled electronics at one of our many events, or worked with us through one of our other sustainability programs, you may already know a piece of the answer. But there is a lot more happening behind the scenes.