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Muscatine Recycling Center and Transfer Station will try recycling prom dresses
When it comes to recycling, Laura Liegois is doing more than talking the talk and walking the walk.She’s throwing in some dance steps, too.Liegois, the solid waste manager for Muscatine Recycling Center and Transfer Station, said her facility is trying out an idea for local prom-goers that’s “outside the box.”In an effort to help families that have taken a hit from the economy, the facility will be giving away prom dresses that people donate.“We’re asking for dresses that haven’t been on dates in a while,” Liegois said.
From 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, members of the community are encouraged to donate prom or formal dresses that are in good condition. Dresses can be dropped off at the recycling center, 1000 S. Houser St.The dresses will be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Muscatine Recycling Center in the upstairs conference room.Liegois stressed that the donated dresses, while not right off the rack, will still have to pass muster before they’ll be given out.
“If we receive something that we believe is not suitable, we won’t put it out,” Liegois said.There is no cost for the dresses. Liegois is encouraging Louisa-Muscatine and Muscatine high school students to come out and see if there is something that will work for them.“We’re about recycling and we normally wouldn’t get into the clothing business,” Liegois said. “This is a one-time event and if it’s successful we’ll continue to do it in the future.”
The idea, Liegois said, came from conversations with friends who have daughters in high school and have been affected by the economy. She said several of the girls are already excited about the idea.“Used clothing has become more popular recently with the tough economic situations for families,” Liegois said. “You also have a population of people that like vintage things that might be interested.”
And, if Liegois can convince some local businesses to get into the prom spirit, there will also be a drawing on pick-up day, with the winner receiving gift certificates from local salons.
“We are also accepting items such as hair appointments, manicures, make-up, and other items that are part of the prom scene,” Liegois said. “If a business would like to donate for the drawing for the girls who come to the Recycle the Dress event, they can contact me.”

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