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Zero Waste Textile and Shredding Drop-off Pop-Up

Drop-off your unwanted clothing and textiles or have documents shredded at the Zero Waste Drop-off Pop-up event!

July 29, 2023
2023-07-29T08:30:00 - 2023-07-29T12:00:00

Please note: We will only accept clothing and textiles and paper for shredding at this event. Please do not bring any other items for recycling as they will not be accepted. 

Residents are encouraged to use public transportation to attend the Zero Waste Drop-off Pop-up. This is also a bike-friendly event. 

July 29, 2023
2023-07-29T08:30:00 - 2023-07-29T12:00:00

Accepted Items

ACCEPTED ITEMS

Accepted Paper Shredding: Paper, Documents, Envelopes.

Accepted Textile Items: For re-wear, reuse, and recycling, we accept the following items in any condition as long as they are clean dry, and odorless.

All clothing items: Tops, Sweaters, Sweatshirts, Dresses, Outerwear, Bottoms, Suits, Socks, Pajamas, Slips, Bras, Underwear, Baby Clothing

Accessories: Hats, Bags, Belts, Gloves, Ties, Scarves, Bathrobes

Footwear: Shoes, Heels, Flats, Sandals, Flip Flops, Boots, Sneakers, Cleats, Slippers

Linens: Pillowcases, Blankets, Comforters, Curtains, Drapes, Aprons, Dish Cloths, Cloth Napkins, Table Linens, Quilts, Sheets

Other: Luggage, Sports Jerseys, Stuffed Animals

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED

We will not accept any items other than textiles or paper at this event. Including: 

  • Hazardous Waste
  • Electronics
  • Appliances
  • Paint
  • Motor Oil
  • Light Bulbs
  • Batteries 
  • Tires
  • Car Materials 

How to get to the location

How to get to the location
By Subway:
  • Orange Line - Oak Grove to Forest Hills Station (Southbound)
  • Exit at Forest Hills Station
  • Proceed with walking directions to the event or use Bus Routes 21 or 31 
  • For more information about the Orange Line, please visit Orange Line | Subway | MBTA
By Bus:

Route 21 - Ashmont Station - Forest Hills Station

  • Exit at Morton St @ Arborway Stop

Route 31 - Mattapan Station - Forest Hill Station via Morton Street

  • Exit at Morton St @ Arborway Stop

For more information about bus routes 21 and 31, please visit Morton St @ Arborway | MBTA

Route 16 - Forest Hills Station - Andrew Station or Harbor Point (Outbound)

  • Exit at Arborway @ Courthouse 

For more information on bus route 16, please visit Arborway opp Courthouse | MBTA

8-minute walk (Distance 0.4 miles)
  • Exit Forest Hills Station
  • Head east on Arborway/New Washington Street toward Washington Street (0.3 miles)
  • Turn left onto Forest Hills Street (322 ft)
  • Arrive at 327 Forest Hills Street

For walking directions, please visit Forest Hills Station - North Entrance to 327 Forest Hills Street

  • Arborway Bike Path
  • Circuit Drive Bike Lane

For a complete map of bike routes, please visit The Bicycle Network Ma

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