Outdoor Documentary Screening Celebrates Sanitation Workers

AUSTIN, TX—Mark your calendars! In honor of Sanitation Workers Day (June 17), and to help extend the celebration of Austin's sanitation crews, join Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) and Forklift Danceworks for a family-friendly and free watch party and sunset screening of Trash Dance (2012). Visit Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms for a picnic-style celebration that's sure to delight all audiences!

Scheduled Saturday, July 10 at 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr, Austin, TX 78754, you'll enjoy an evening viewing the documentary Trash Dance which follows what it took to make trash trucks and workers dance on the tarmac, and the legions of Austinites in the audience that began to sanitation work and workers in a different way. The film is directed by Austin filmmaker Andrew Garrison and offers a unique perspective on a year-long collaborative artmaking process led by Forklift Danceworks.

“Much of ARR’s success and forward momentum comes from its sanitation workers who work to keep the City of Austin and our environment clean,” said Austin Resource Recovery Director Ken Snipes. “After an unprecedented year, we want to show our gratitude to our hard-working field operators who have worked countless, long hours to service Austin residents amidst a pandemic, winter storm, and other hurdles. Participating in this screening is our way of saying thank you to the employees that kept going even as the world seemingly came to a halt.”

Eventgoers will also enjoy conversations from ARR sanitation workers who will share insight on the essential work they provide and lend a better understanding on ways ARR looks to protect and positively impact the environment. The event is free to the public, however, tickets will be required to attend. Seating will be outside, and attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the screening beginning at sundown. Reserve your ticket today. For more information, click HERE.