Sustainability in Playhouse Village
Playhouse Village is a vibrant and walkable community where sustainability takes center stage. This April, in honor of Earth Day, we are spotlighting local businesses leading the way in sustainable practices, whose enthusiasm for conservation inspires residents to embrace a greener lifestyle.
The Battery Books & Music | 26 S Los Robles Ave
The Battery Books & Music is one of the few operable used bookstores in the Southern California region. Having been in business for over ten years, it has become a hub for buying and selling used books and music. Customers can make inquiries regarding purchases on their website and Instagram. It’s a shop full of characters that prides itself on offering unique books and vinyl records. Shop local and discover a little treasure while digging through stacks of books at Battery Books & Music!
Buffalo Exchange | 468 E Colorado Blvd
Buffalo Exchange is a hip chain that buys, sells, and trades trendy vintage clothing, shoes, and accessories for men and women. They’re open seven days a week and buy all types of clothing regardless of season. Add an element of sustainability to your lifestyle and find something cool and on-trend to add to your wardrobe.
Little Swiss Chalet | 713 E Green St
Little Swiss Chalet is a woman-owned business that sells vintage clothes, homemade candles, and unique gifts. At Little Swiss, the vintage clothing is thoughtfully curated and story-driven. Owner Heather Patrick seeks to put you in a specific time and place with each unique piece where you can mix and match accessories by turning something old into something new again. Follow Little Swiss Chalet on Instagram to see what’s new in store!
My Zero Waste Store | 25 S El Molino Ave
My Zero Waste Store is a refill, reuse, and unpackaged store that invites customers to bring their containers and refill a variety of items, from household products to hair and body care essentials. They also carry organic and eco-friendly detergents, cleaning products, and alternative solutions to household paper waste. With an extensive selection of refillable products, this store empowers individuals to reduce plastic waste and embrace sustainable living. Be sure to follow them on Instagram!
Vroman’s Bookstore | 695 E. Colorado Blvd
Vroman’s Bookstore is sharing a specially curated reading list in honor of Earth Day for people of all ages to learn about sustainability. Browse their Earth Day Reads book list and pick out a few favorites, then walk over to Vroman’s and make an afternoon of being green and shopping local.
Union Cycle Track | Union St | Arroyo Parkway—Hill Ave
Ride to work on Pasadena’s brand new Union Cycle Track which connects cyclists to Old Pasadena, Civic Center, Playhouse Village, Pasadena City College, CalTech, City Hall, and Metro A Line stations. Get a little exercise and enjoy the sites as you cycle through the picturesque City of Pasadena.