Rock the Green

Being green and sustainable is the right thing to do, right?  When I spent last summer in northern California, I became accustomed to a lifestyle where I frequently rode my bike and separated trash from food to be later composted.  When I got back to the Midwest, I realized how a good chunk of the country does not practice these simple ways to reduce one's carbon footprint.  That is, until today.

Earlier in the week, one of my RAs told me about a day long music festival called Rock the Green to be hosted on a Sunday afternoon in Milwaukee's Veteran's Park.  The festival not only focused on increasing awareness on how to be more sustainable, but featured artists like Michelle Branch, The Fray, and my personal favorite - Ben Folds.  

Although the day was a bit chilly and included a good bought of rain, it couldn't have been a more perfect end to my weekend.  Maybe it's a little lofty to think that having compost receptacles at a concert venue will turn the residents of Milwaukee into more mindful citizens.... nevertheless, I appreciated the idea of it.  

The weather itself was a bit 'under the weather' - but this allowed me to selfishly get close to the stage to view my favorite artist perform.  Once again, Ben Folds delivered an amazing show, even though the rain caused him to sing a few songs acapella as the piano had to be covered with a tarp.  Some would say a rainy show makes for a bad show - instead, my friends and I danced, enjoyed the rain, and rocked out on the green.