Cap-A-Thon: Turn Plastic Caps Into a Free Community Table or Bench

More About Cap-A-Thon: Turn Plastic Caps Into a Free Community Table or Bench

CAP-A-THON is a community-driven recycling initiative that encourages schools, groups, and organizations to collect plastic caps for upcycling into durable benches and tables. The program promotes waste reduction, upcycling, and community engagement by transforming collected caps into functional outdoor furniture, supporting environmental sustainability efforts across Lake County.

Date & Time

August 8, 2026

Additional Dates

This event also occurs on:

08/22/2026, 09/05/2026, 09/19/2026, 10/03/2026 and 6 other dates

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Location

Lake County Solid Waste Management District

8695 Broadway Ave

Merrillville, IN 46410

Contact Info

Lake County Solid Waste Management

(219) 853-2420

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