SalemRecycles is partnering with HELPSY to host a clothing and household textiles and TerraCycle recycling drive on Saturday, November 20th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at Riley Plaza in Salem.
Clean and dry textiles of all kinds and in various states of "usability" are welcome such as new or used clothes and shoes, old, stained t-shirts, sweaters needing buttons, belts in need of buckles, towels, curtains, bedspreads, purses, jackets, hats and gloves, backpacks, socks, jeans, etc. Household items, large rugs, sofa cushions and pet clothing will not be accepted. Items will either be restored and re-sold, upcycled, repurposed, or recycled.
In addition to clothing and textiles, other recyclable items can be brought to the event to be recycled with TerraCycle. These items include all used, dried Swiffer pads, all brands of reusable and disposable razors, blades, and cartridges, as well as any flexible or rigid plastic packaging they come in, all brands of toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes, mouthwash bottles, and floss containers plus toothbrush packaging, all brands of deodorant containers and caps, and all brands of empty writing instruments, glue sticks, watercolor dispensers, paint sets, and flexible packaging. Please keep all streams of waste in separate bags from clothing and textiles, and make sure all TerraCycle items are clean and dry.
For a complete list of all acceptable pieces for donation, please visit www.facebook.com/events/2200663940087036. Additional information on environmentally friendly programs and recycling initiatives can be found by following "SalemRecycles" on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, www.greensalem.com,and helpsy.co. Salem also offers free curbside textile recycling collection, however you must schedule the pick-up in advance. Visit helpsy.co to schedule a curbside pick-up date.
While attending the November 20th event, please keep social distancing in mind. Stay in your vehicle the whole time and have your items ready to be unloaded in your trunk, truck bed or hatchback. Please call 978-619-5672 or e-mail mguglielmi@salem.com if you are interested in volunteering for this event or if you have any questions.