Zero Waste Pop-Up Drop-off
Bring your yard waste, e-waste, paint and motor oil, household chemicals, and textiles! Visit our Zero Waste Day page to learn about other drop-off events.
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8:30am - 12:00pm -
58 Dana Ave
Hyde Park, MA 02136 -
Contact:Public Works
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Price:PriceFREE
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Neighborhood:NeighborhoodCitywide
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Event Type:
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Published Date
PLEASE NOTE:
- We only take waste from Boston residents. You need to show us a photo ID, utility bill, or lease as proof of your residency.
- We will not take any waste from businesses.
- We reserve the right to reject any materials that do not meet our regulations.
- Latex and acrylic paint are NOT hazardous. Just let the paint dry out in the can and put it out on your trash day.
- We accept rechargeable batteries such as lithium-ion batteries. We do NOT accept Alkaline Batteries - these are your traditional, non-rechargeable AAA, AA, C, D and 9 volt batteries - they are NOT hazardous. Alkaline batteries will be labeled with “no added mercury” or with a green tree logo. Please place them in your regular trash. Visit our website for more details on what batteries we accept.
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8:30am - 12:00pm
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58 Dana Ave
Hyde Park, MA 02136 -
Contact:Public Works
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Price:PriceFREE
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Neighborhood:NeighborhoodCitywide
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Event Type:
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Published Date
Accepted Items at THIS event
Accepted itemsBelow are a few examples of accepted items. View a full list of accepted items here.
- Cell phones
- Computers
- Cords, chargers, wires
- Keyboards
- Microwaves
- Printers
- Power supplies
- Tablets
- Televisions
- VCR/DVD players
Below are a few examples of accepted items. View a full list of accepted items here.
- Acids and sulfuric acid, aerosol cans
- Aerosols and aerosol spray cans
- Batteries: Lithium, nickel-cadmium
- Caulk, chemistry set chemicals, pool chemicals
- Fire starters, flammable liquids, floor-care products, and furniture polish
- Motor oil
- Paint: oil-based, latex
- Pesticides
Accepted forms of Styrofoam for this pilot program:
- Foam coolers
- Styrofoam packaging
- Styrofoam egg cartons
- Food containers, trays and cups
- Packing peanuts
- Please note: If the material does not snap when bent we do not accept it.
Below are a few examples of accepted items. View a full list of accepted items here.
Footwear (in pairs):
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Shoes
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Heels (wedges, pumps)
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Flats
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Sandals
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Flip Flops
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Boots (work boots, dress boots, winter boots)
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Sneakers
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Cleats
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Slippers
Clothing:
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Tops (T-shirts, blouses, shirts, tank tops)
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Sweaters
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Sweatshirts
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Dresses
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Outerwear (coats, jackets, blazers)
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Bottoms (pants, slacks, jeans, sweatpants, skirts, shorts)
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Suits
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Socks
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Pajamas
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Slips
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Bras
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Underwear
Accessories:
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Hats
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Bags (pocketbooks, backpacks, duffle bags, totes)
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Belts
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Gloves
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Ties
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Scarves
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Bathrobes
Linens:
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Sheets
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Blankets
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Towels
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Curtains/Drapes
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Aprons
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Dish cloths
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Cloth napkins
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Table linens
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Comforters
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Throw rugs
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Placemats
Other:
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Coffee makers
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Decorative pillows
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Dishware
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Musical instruments
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Pots & Pans
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Toys
- Common yard waste material includes leaves and grass clippings, branches, and yard brush.
- Place leaves and yard debris in large paper bags. Do not use plastic bags.
- Tie branches with string. The maximum size for branches is three feet long with a one-inch diameter.
