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SUMMARY:47th Ward Eco Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the fourth annual Eco Fest at Welles Park. \n\n\n\nVisit with small businesses\, nonprofits and vendors from the neighborhood and across the city for a day of fun focused on a sustainable future. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be collecting items for reuse\, repurposing and recycling. Check out our updated list of accepted items\, which includes items accepted by Flat Can Recycling\, which will be on site with us. \n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nVolunteers are the backbone of what we do. Spend the day with us (or just an hour or two) accepting\, sorting and packing items. You’ll connect\, learn and finish your shift knowing you made a difference. Promise. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER JUNE 7
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/47th-ward-eco-fest-june-2025/
LOCATION:Welles Park\, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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SUMMARY:Reuse & Recycle Pop-Up @ Schurz
DESCRIPTION:Visit historical Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park for our Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up\, hosted by the Schurz Student Council! \n\n\n\nAt a Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up\, you can drop off unwanted items for reuse\, repurposing\, reclamation and recycling. Be sure to check our list of accepted items before you visit. \n\n\n\n\nList of Accepted Items
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-recycle-pop-up-schurz/
LOCATION:Carl Schurz High School\, 3601 N. Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60641
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T160000
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SUMMARY:Trashy {Mother} Earth Market
DESCRIPTION:We’re joining our friends at Nowhere Collective to help host another Trashy Market at Gallagher Way\, outside Wrigley Field. The market features artisans that transform reclaimed materials into one-of-a-kind goods. You’ll be able to shop for home goods\, art\, clothes and more. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be hosting our usual Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up\, where you can drop off unwanted items for reuse\, repurposing\, reclamation and recycling.  \n\n\n\nPlan on attending?\n\n\n\nIf you plan on swinging by\, please RSVP. It’s not required but highly recommended. By registering\, we will be able to communicate with you about updates\, changes\, and potential cancellations/contingencies due to weather. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP TODAY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat do we accept?\n\n\n\nWe accepted more than 45 items for reuse\, repurposing\, reclamation and recycling. Check out our full list of accepted items regularly\, as things may be added before the event. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR MAY 10
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/trashy-market-may-10/
LOCATION:Gallagher Way\, 3635 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T150000
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SUMMARY:Reuse-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Our Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up will be making its semiannual appearance at Reuse-a-Palooza at The Plant on Sunday\, March 16\, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The day will include an amazing group of waste-reduction and repurposing enthusiasts focused on approaches to purchasing and consumption that make good sense economically\, environmentally and socially. \n\n\n\nBefore you leave your home\, review the list of accepted items\, which includes material being accepted by all organizations participating in Reuse-a-Palooza. Please note\, materials being accepted by other organizations should be dropped off at that organization’s table. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR MARCH 16
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-a-palooza-march-16/
LOCATION:The Plant\, 1400 W. 46th St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T090000
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SUMMARY:Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up of the year with our friends at the Chicago Waldorf School! \n\n\n\nYou’ll have an opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nDrop off common household items with for reuse\, repurposing or reclamation\, as well as ones that are difficult to recycle with:\n\nUs (Reduce Waste Chicago😉) Check out our list of accepted items for all organizations\n\n\n\nFlat Can Recycling\, a specialty recycling company. Please note: Some accepted items are accepted for a fee.\n\n\n\nCradles to Crayons\, which will accept clothing of all sizes/ages/genders.\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about composting services for your home\, business\, community or event with WasteNot Compost.\n\n\n\nDrop off clothing to be repaired with Nandi of BLISS JOY BULL. Items will be mended off-site and you can pick them up from Lilla Barn Clothing\, 5535 N Clark St.\, about 2 weeks after the event. Please bring your items in a marked paper or cloth bag with your info attached. Payment is due at drop-off.\n\n\n\n\nBefore you leave home\, check out our updated list of accepted items so your visit goes smoothly. There are several updates\, including many recycling programs that have been discontinued. \n\n\n\nAlso\, keep checking back for updates to the event and our list. We’re chatting with organizations around the city and expect to add a few more items and organizations before the event. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting or packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR FEB. 15\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent access is through the main entrance of the school\, off the playground on Foster Ave. \n\n\n\nLocated on the corner of Ashland and Foster\, Chicago Waldorf School is easily accessible from the Clark (No. 22)\, Damen (No. 50) and Foster (No. 92) bus routes\, and is a 10 minute walk from the Argyle Red Line stop.
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-recycling-pop-up-feb15/
LOCATION:Chicago Waldorf School\, 5200 N. Ashland Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60640
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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UID:6040-1733040000-1738342800@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Lights Collection
DESCRIPTION:What do you do with non-working strings of holiday lights (after you’ve tried replacing broken bulbs and fuses)? Recycle them with us!  \n\n\n\nLast year\, we collected more than 3\,000 pounds of lights from 24 locations across Chicago and WasteNot Compost customers. This year\, we’re expanding to more than 30 locations across the city and will be seeking volunteers to help us pick up lights. \n\n\n\nAs always\, our collection campaign will run from December 1 – January 31. Check out our Holiday Lights Collection page for a map and list of  locations. \n\n\n\n\nHoliday Lights collection details\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us pickup non-working holiday lights from collection locations. Volunteers will adopt a drop-off site\, switch out bins when they’re full and drop them off at our storage unit on Lincoln Ave. just north of Addison. \n\n\n\n\nSIGN UP TODAY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors!
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/holiday-lights-collection/
CATEGORIES:Campaign
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20241003T183546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T003949Z
UID:6835-1730026800-1730041200@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Reuse-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Our Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up will be making its semiannual appearance at The Plant on Sunday\, Oct. 27\, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The day will include an amazing group of waste-reduction and repurposing enthusiasts focused on approaches to purchasing and consumption that make good sense economically\, environmentally and socially. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR OCT. 27
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-a-palooza-fall-2024/
LOCATION:The Plant\, 1400 W. 46th St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240717T023628Z
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UID:6592-1727604000-1727625600@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:The Sustainability Market
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate all things green at our annual Sustainability Market! With over 20 local small businesses\, artists\, and organizations dedicated to eco-friendly practices\, enjoy a day of community\, creativity\, and conscious living as we come together to make Chicago a more sustainable city. \n\n\n\nPut on your reusable party hat and join the fun! \n\n\n\nAs always\, we’ll be hosting our Reuse & Recycling Popup collection\, which will include our full list of accepted items.  \n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us host this shindig! Volunteer to help set up\, collect items\, sort or pack – and make a few new friends in the process. You’ll finish the day with a feeling of satisfaction\, knowing you made a difference (we promise). \n\n\n\n\nsignup to Volunteer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover The Sustainability Market!\n\n\n\nFor the full list of collections\, vendors and activities\, head to The Sustainability Market page! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChicago Waldorf School \n\n\n\nThe Eco Flamingo \n\n\n\nLena Rose Beauty \n\n\n\nMonarch Beauty Farm \n\n\n\n47th Ward Ald. Matt Martin
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/the-sustainability-market/
LOCATION:Northcenter Town Square\, 4100 N. Damen Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240826T175846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T004006Z
UID:6744-1726315200-1726326000@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Fall Nature Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at LaBagh Woods for the 5th Annual Fall Nature Fest\, Saturday\, Sept. 14\, noon- 3p.m. Hosted by Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnan and the Forest Preserves of Cook County\, this free event features more than 50 environmentally-focused organizations\, food vendors and entertainment. \n\n\n\nWe will be collecting ATHLETIC SHOES ONLY at this event. This includes sneakers for running\, basketball\, gym\, etc.\, rubber-soled cleats\, lifestyle and casual sneakers and hiking sneakers (not boots). Please tie pairs together. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/fall-nature-fest/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, LaBagh Woods Grove 2\, North Cicero Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240313T161801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T004152Z
UID:6365-1723885200-1723896000@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Postponed: Mini Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up at The Sustainability Center
DESCRIPTION:Update: We need to postpone our mini-Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up with our friends at The Eco Flamingo Sustainability Center.  \n\n\n\nWant to be notified when we reschedule? Subscribe to our email newsletter and get the info in your inbox.
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-recycling-pop-up-at-the-sustainability-center/
LOCATION:The Sustainability Center\, 4756 N. Rockwell St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240312T222601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T180402Z
UID:6353-1714215600-1714233600@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Trashy Earth Market at Gallagher Way
DESCRIPTION:We are wrapping up Earth Month with our friends at Nowhere Collective. The market features artisans that transform reclaimed materials into one-of-a-kind goods. You’ll be able to shop for home goods\, art\, clothes and more.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll be hosting our usual Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up\, where you can drop off unwanted items for reuse\, repurposing\, reclamation and recycling.  \n\n\n\nKeep an eye on our list of accepted items\, as it will likely be updated before then. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR April 27
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/trashy-earth-market-at-gallagher-way/
LOCATION:Gallagher Way\, 3635 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T144500
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CREATED:20240407T161637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T161639Z
UID:6413-1714046400-1714056300@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Hale Sustainability Summit
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be on campus at DePaul University\, taking part in the Hale Sustainability Summit Involvement Fair. The event is open to members of the DePaul community\, including students\, staff and alumni. Visit our table to learn about our mission\, volunteer opportunities\, and ways to reduce waste in Chicago.
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/hale-sustainability-summit/
LOCATION:DePaul University\, 2250 N. Sheffield Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tabling - No Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240321T182310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T222549Z
UID:6376-1713607200-1713621600@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Lakeview Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Visit our table at the Lakeview Earth Day Celebration\, hosted by the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce. We’ll be joined by other eco-minded organizations in sharing tips and resources to live more sustainably. \n\n\n\nImportant: This is not a traditional Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up. But we will be collecting keys\, plastic cards and prescription glasses at our table. \n\n\n\nNewtech E-scrap Recycling will be collecting electronic waste at 1456 W. Oakdale Ave. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. during the event. Please check out the event website for more information.
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/lakeview-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Southport Low-Line Plaza\, 3410 N. Southport\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tabling - No Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240403T193932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T004203Z
UID:6397-1713463200-1713468600@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:How to Talk to Children About Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 47th Ward Green Council on Thursday\, April 18 at 6 p.m. at Sulzer Library for a discussion about talking to the children in your life about climate change. You’ll receive age-appropriate guidance and practical tips to help foster resilience and hope in the face of an uncertain future. \n\n\n\nModerated by: Heidi Stevens\, Director of External Affairs\, University of Chicago’s TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health \n\n\n\nOur expert panel includes: \n\n\n\n\nAngela Tovar\, Commissioner\, Department of the Environment\, City of Chicago\n\n\n\nTali Raviv\, PhD\, Clinical Psychologist\, Center for Childhood Resilience at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago\n\n\n\nSamantha Saffer\, Education Programs Specialist\, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum\n\n\n\nJalen Grimes\, High School Junior\, Jones College Prep\n\n\n\n\nAdmission is free. Space is limited. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP TODAY!
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/how-to-talk-to-children-about-climate-change/
LOCATION:Sulzer Regional Library\, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tabling - No Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20240204T181504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T025540Z
UID:6230-1710673200-1710687600@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Reuse-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Our Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up will be making its semiannual appearance at The Plant on Sunday\, March 17\, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The day will include an amazing group of waste-reduction and repurposing enthusiasts focused on approaches to purchasing and consumption that make good sense economically\, environmentally and socially. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR March 17
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-a-palooza-2/
LOCATION:The Plant\, 1400 W. 46th St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T120000
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SUMMARY:Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up of the year with our friends at the Chicago Waldorf School! \n\n\n\nYou’ll have an opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nDrop off items for reuse\, repurposing or recycling. Check out our list of accepted items.\n\n\n\nDrop off prescription medications (pills only) with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office\n\n\n\nLearn about mitigating food waste (and lowering your carbon footprint) with WasteNot Compost\n\n\n\nExplore ways to live more sustainably with goods from The Eco Flamingo\n\n\n\nDiscover local and sustainable specialty cut flowers with Monarch Beauty Farm\n\n\n\nLearn about policy solutions to single-use plastics and how to get involved with Organizing for Plastics Alternatives\n\n\n\nConnect with issues that affect you with representatives from Ald. Vasquez’s 40th Ward Office\n\n\n\n\nBefore you leave home\, check out our updated list of accepted items so your visit goes smoothly. There are several updates from past events\, including many recycling programs that have been discontinued. \n\n\n\nAlso\, keep checking back for updates to the event and our list. We’re chatting with organizations around the city and expect to add a few more items and organizations before the event. \n\n\n\n\nList of accepted items\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR March 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent access is through the main entrance of the school\, off the playground on Foster Ave. \n\n\n\nLocated on the corner of Ashland and Foster\, Chicago Waldorf School is easily accessible from the Clark (No. 22)\, Damen (No. 50) and Foster (No. 92) bus routes\, and is a 10 minute walk from the Argyle Red Line stop.
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-recycling-pop-up-2/
LOCATION:Chicago Waldorf School\, 5200 N. Ashland Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60640
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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UID:5898-1697367600-1697382000@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Reuse-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Our Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up will be making its semiannual appearance at The Plant on Sunday\, Oct. 15\, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The day will include an amazing group of waste-reduction and repurposing enthusiasts focused on approaches to purchasing and consumption that make good sense economically\, environmentally\, and socially.  \n\n\n\nThis time we’ll be collecting an abbreviated list of accepted items\, so please review the list carefully. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS FOR OCT. 15\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us divert materials from the landfill. You’ll spend a shift accepting\, sorting and packing items (and meeting really cool people) — and you’ll end it knowing you made a difference. \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER FOR OCT. 15
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-a-palooza/
LOCATION:The Plant\, 1400 W. 46th St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T004224Z
UID:5569-1696154400-1696176000@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Sustainability Market
DESCRIPTION:The Sustainability Market is a gathering place where visitors can meet vendors\, artists and organizations focused on preserving the environment. \n\n\n\nAs always\, we’ll be hosting our Reuse & Recycling Popup collection tent. Our list of accepted items will be regularly updated between now and then\, so check back periodically. \n\n\n\nVolunteer with us!\n\n\n\nHelp us host this shindig! Volunteer to help set up\, collect items\, sort and pack. You’ll finish the day with a feeling of satisfaction\, knowing you made a difference (we promise). \n\n\n\n\nSIGN UP TODAY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipating organizations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBliss Joy Bull\n\n\n\nDo Good Gardens\n\n\n\nThe Eco Flamingo\n\n\n\nEcoShip\n\n\n\nHoltzbrennen Studio\n\n\n\nLena Rose Beauty\n\n\n\nMonarch Beauty Farm\n\n\n\nNowhere Collective\n\n\n\nSnail Catalog\n\n\n\nSuperficial Inc.\n\n\n\nWasteNot Compost\n\n\n\nWulfka\n\n\n\n\nAnd more to come!\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLena Rose BeautyMonarch Beauty Farm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to be a part of The Sustainability Market?\n\n\n\n\nvendor application\n\n\n\nSPONSOR application
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/sustainability-market/
LOCATION:Northcenter Town Square\, 4100 N. Damen Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T004232Z
UID:5557-1692439200-1692453600@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:47th Ward Eco Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the second annual Eco Fest at Welles Park. Visit with small businesses\, nonprofits and vendors from the neighborhood and across the city for a day of fun focused on a sustainable future. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be collecting items for reuse\, repurposing and recycling. Check out our updated list of accepted items and volunteer with us! \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER WITH US!
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/47th-ward-eco-fest/
LOCATION:Welles Park\, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20230419T182900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T004307Z
UID:5512-1683968400-1683979200@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Spring Cleaning Pop-Up in Lincoln Park with our friends at Keller Williams ONEChicago! \n\n\n\nWe’ll be collaborating with lots of organizations to make the most of your unwanted items. Check out the list below: \n\n\n\n\nDrop off of select items with us for reuse\, repurposing and recycling. Check out our list of accepted items before you visit!\n\n\n\nBring shipping materials in reusable condition for EcoShip.\n\n\n\nGot leftover paint? Recycle it with EarthPaint. (Check out their fee schedule.)\n\n\n\nBring gently used towels\, blankets and sheets for One Tail at a Time and Chicago Animal Care & Control.\n\n\n\nShred Spot will be accepting paper to shred (with confidential information only) and select electronics for recycling. Check out the FAQ at the bottom of this page for their list of accepted items.\n\n\n\nDrop off home improvement items at the Rebuilding Exchange\, such as lighting fixtures\, tools\, home improvement items\, door hardware\, mirrors\, tile\, vintage & antique collectibles\, signage\, specialty items\, tables\, desks\, chairs (solid construction\, good condition)\, lumber (2+ feet).\n\n\n\n\nGot items we won’t be accepting? A Salvation Army store and donation center is located around the corner on 2270 N. Clybourn Ave. Check out their list of accepted items here. \n\n\n\n\nvolunteer for may 13\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe KW ONEChicago parking lot entrance is on Webster Ave. The event is accessible by the Ashland (9)\, Damen (50)\, Fullerton (74) and Armitage (73) busses\, as well as the Clybourn Metra. \n\n\n\nServices are provided by nonprofit organizations and small\, independent businesses. Please consider making a donation so we can continue our work. Thank you! \n\n\n\nCo-Sponsors
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/spring-cleaning-pop-up/
LOCATION:KW ONEChicago\, 2211 N. Elston Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60614
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20230203T204126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T184850Z
UID:5004-1681642800-1681657200@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Reuse-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Back of the Yards at The Plant’s bi-annual Reuse-a-Palooza! — a day filled with ways to repair\, reuse and recycle\, and focusing on approaches to purchasing and consumption that make good sense economically\, environmentally\, and socially. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be accepting several tricky-to-recycle items that can’t be placed in your blue bin. But please note\, we can’t accept everything Chicago won’t and we’ve updated our list\, so check our list of accepted items before you go. \n\n\n\nAnd check out the outstanding lineup of organizations offering services and accepting materials\, including EarthPaint\, PAWS Chicago\, PCs for People\, Working Bikes and more! \n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER ON APRIL 16!
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-a-palooza-spring-2023/
LOCATION:The Plant\, 1400 W. 46th Street\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T082625
CREATED:20230131T195254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T150554Z
UID:4890-1677315600-1677326400@reducewastechicago.org
SUMMARY:Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Reuse & Recycling Pop-Up of the year with our friends at the 47th Ward! \n\n\n\n\nDrop off select items for reuse or repurposing\n\n\n\nDrop off unwanted medicine (pills only) with the Cook County Sheriff’s Prescription Drug Take Back Program.\n\n\n\nBring loved clothing to be mended by Nandi (BLISS JOY BULL) and Emma (Handmade Whatever Co.). It’s first-come\, first-served. And please consider leaving a fee for their time and your appreciation. 😉 \n\n\n\nLearn about zero-to-no waste alternatives\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\nBefore you visit\, check out our NEW & UPDATED LIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS so your visit goes smoothly. We have made several updates from last year. \n\n\n\n\nLIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS\n\n\n\n\n\nvolunteer for feb. 25!\n\n\n\n\nThe Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club is accessible by the Irving Park (80) and Western (49) busses. Parking is located in the back of the building by the main entrance. \n\n\n\nServices are provided by nonprofit organizations and small independent businesses. Please consider making a donation so we can continue our work. Thank you! \n\n\n\n\n\nCo-Sponsors
URL:https://reducewastechicago.org/event/reuse-recycling-pop-up/
LOCATION:Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club\, 2501 W. Irving Park Rd.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Full Collection
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