COMMONWHEEL ARTISTS CO-OP, MANITOU SPRINGS, CO
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Sustainability

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Since 1974, Commonwheel Artists Co-op has brought Fine Arts and Crafts to the Pikes Peak Region. In 2009 our Art Festival became a more “sustainable” event.
In 2017 the festival was 73% Waste Free by diverting recyclables and compost away from the local landfill.
Our Goal is to do even better this year!
We will just be recycling this year. Please read the signs and be careful when considering placing items in the recycling bins to avoid contamination of that type of waste.
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Suggestions for Ways YOU can Participate to Help “Green” the Festival and Reach our Zero-Waste Goal:

Volunteer:
The Festival needs volunteers. For more info please email [email protected].

At the Festival:
  • Reusable cloth shopping bag scan be purchased at the Information Booth for $5.00 and up.
  • In 2020 we held a Virtual Festival.
  • In 2021, 47% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
  • Utilize the Recycle Bins properly.
  • Read the signs to properly dispose of items.

Bring to the Festival:.
  • Refillable Water Bottles or Sturdy Cups for drinks you purchase there.
  • Reusable Cloth Shopping Bags will be available for purchase at the information booth.
 
Transport yourself & friends to the Festival by:
  • Bicycle
  • Walking
  • Carpooling
  • Bus
     • In 2009, 68% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2010, 70% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2011, 75% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2012, 80% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2013, 75% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2014,70% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2015,70% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2016, 80% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
     • In 2017, 73% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
 
     . In 2018, 75% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted  from the Landfill.
     . In 2019, 53% of Waste Generated at the Festival was diverted from the Landfill.
         
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102 Cañon Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
719.685.1008
[email protected]

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    • About >
      • FAQ
    • Subscribe to Mailing List
    • Contact Us
    • Directions
    • Manitou Parking
    • Membership Opportunities
    • Summer Market App 2025
    • Gallery Show App 2026 >
      • FAQ's
    • Gallery Show Inventory Form
  • Artist List
  • Events
    • Pottery By The Price 2025
    • Happy Little Trees
    • Ripples and Rhythms
    • Liminal Land
    • 36 Silences
    • Rocky Mountain Reverie
    • Summer Market 2025
  • Festival
    • 2025 Festival Info Page >
      • 2025 Festival Booth Fees
    • 2025 Artists >
      • 2025 Clay Artists
      • 2025 Fiber Artists
      • 2025 Fine Art Artists
      • 2025 Glass Artists
      • 2025 Jewelry Artists
      • 2025 Mixed Media Artists
      • 2025 Photography Artists
      • 2025 Sculpture Artists
      • 2025 Wood Artists
    • General Information
    • Sustainability
    • Map, Parking & Manitou Shuttle
    • Contact Festival
    • Festival Sponsors
  • Store
  • 50th Anniversary