How to Safely Dispose of Mercury Thermometers
Let’s get real: those old-school mercury thermometers are ticking environmental time bombs. Mercury is toxic, and tossing them in the trash—or flushing them? Illegal, unsafe, dumb move. So what’s the right move?
It’s a no-brainer! Don’t feel bad about throwing this stuff out…
A recent Washington Post article, 21 things you can declutter with zero emotional energy includes the following: Expired food Branded freebies and promotional items — give away on Buy Nothing or throw out in the trash Takeout detritus (plastic utensils, takeout containers, sauce and spice packets, and paper menus) — give away on Buy Nothing …
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Where to Get Rid of Old Electronics
Best Buy, Staples, or Office Depot: Many big-box stores have electronic recycling programs. Manufacturer Take-Back Programs: Companies like Apple, Dell, and HP offer recycling or trade-in programs. Local E-Waste Centers: Many cities have drop-off locations for electronic waste. Cell Phones For Soldiers is a program committed to helping our nation’s heroes—both active military members and …
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Where to Get Rid of Old Medications
You can dispose of old medication at a drug take-back location, a pharmacy, or a permanent drug disposal box: Drug take-back locations You can find these at local pharmacies or police stations. You can also use a prepaid drug mail-back envelope. Pharmacies You can hand in unwanted or out-of-date medicines to a local pharmacist. Some …
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Where to Get Rid of Old Eyeglasses
You can get rid of old eyeglasses by recycling them, or donating them to organizations that refurbish and redistribute them: Here are some specific options: 1. Donation: Lions Club International: Many Lions Clubs collect used eyeglasses and donate them to people in need around the world. OneSight: This organization, associated with EssilorLuxottica, provides vision care …
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Soldiers’ Angels
Soldiers’ Angels’ mission is to provide comfort, aid, and resources to veterans, the military, and their families. They accomplish this through a variety of programs and services, including: Food distributions: Provide food to military and veteran families in need Cards of support: Write a note of support to a deployed service member or veteran and …
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ThredUp
ThredUp is an online marketplace for buying and selling secondhand clothing, shoes, and accessories. Links: The Selling Guide: This is ThredUp’s how-to guide for potential sellers to learn how to get items resale-ready, and what to expect after sending in your stuff.
BoxCycle
BoxCycle lets users sell their used boxes and earn money. Sellers can list their boxes for free in minutes, and BoxCycle handles all the communication and matchmaking work. As per their Web site: Sell Your Used Boxes the Easy Way You have used or new boxes you’d love to get rid of. People near you …
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Buy Nothing groups
To find a Buy Nothing group on Facebook, you can: Search for The Buy Nothing Project: Go to Facebook and search for The Buy Nothing Project” in your area. Use the Buy Nothing app (an alternative to Faceook) If your neighborhood doesn’t have a Buy Nothing group, you can start one yourself, or request to …
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