It isn’t always convenient, recycling.It takes extra space in the kitchen for the bins and extra time for the trip to dump off the materials. It would be easier just to toss everything into the trash can and be done with it.Easier, maybe, but not better. America Recycles Day, which takes place annually on and around Nov. 15, recognizes the benefits of recycling while providing an educational platform that helps raise awareness about the value of reducing, reusing and recycling – every day – throughout the year.The observation is a national program of Keep America Beautiful, and is the only nationally-recognized day and community-driven awareness event dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the U.S. Since its inception in 1997, communities across the country have participated in America Recycles Day on Nov. 15 to educate, promote environmental citizenship, and encourage action.Locally, Sunflower Diversified Services sponsors an extensive recycling program, taking most household items that would otherwise wind up in the landfill.