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Kane County Hazardous Waste Collection Event
More information coming. For a list of household hazardous waste collection events, visit the Illinois EPA website.
Cooking Oil Collection – Thanksgiving 2020
As part of an annual, one-day event, select towns will be collecting used, liquid cooking oil (no bacon… Read more »
America Recycles Day
America’s recycling rate has increased over the last 30 years but with only 34% of recyclables ending up… Read more »
Pumpkin Smash 2020
What will you do with your pumpkin after Halloween? Don’t let it rot in landfill. Bring your jack-o-lantern to… Read more »
DEA Drug Take Back Day Fall 2020
Drop off your prescription drugs for safe disposal at a participating police station near you. The National Prescription… Read more »
Downers Grove Paint Recycling Event
Recycle unwanted latex paint and aerosol paint cans at this event. Paint recycling services are provided by ePaint and… Read more »
Elmhurst Electronics & Textile Recycling
This is a quarterly electronics and textile recycling event open to any DuPage County resident. Accepted Electronics **Fee… Read more »
Elmhurst Paint Recycling
Recycle unwanted latex paint and aerosol paint cans at this event. Paint recycling services are provided by ePaint… Read more »
Wheaton Monthly Recycling Event
This event held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. It is open to any DuPage County resident…. Read more »
Milton Township Recycling Event
General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up their car and… Read more »
Roselle Bike & Winter Outerwear Drive
A Bike & Winter Outerwear Drive is scheduled to take place in Roselle on September 26 from… Read more »
Eco-Extraordinaires October 2020
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
Villa Park Recycling Event
General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up their car and… Read more »
S3 Episode 1 – Don’t trash it: Smash it! How to host a Pumpkin Smash in Illinois (#1 producer of pumpkins) and beyond.
In this episode: Join Kay, Heather, Carrie and Carol as they dish about Smashing Pumpkins (the act of… Read more »
Wood Dale Recycling Event
Wood Dale flyer 2020 General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load… Read more »
Outdoor Composting – Arlington Heights
Registration required. Join us for a socially distanced introduction to composting in beautiful North School Park. Kay McKeen, Founder &… Read more »
Christ the Servant Recycling Event – Woodridge
The Green Team at Christ the Servant is hosting an Electronic Recycling Event and Textile Collection in the… Read more »
Bensenville Document Shredding
Participants may bring up to 2 banker boxes of paper for shredding, NO binders. Please stay in the… Read more »
Elmhurst Electronics Recycling Event
The City of Elmhurst is hosting an electronics recycling event on Saturday, July 25th. For more info, including… Read more »
New Terracycle Collection: Arm & Hammer and Oxiclean Pouches
We now accept EMPTY Arm & Hammer and Oxiclean pouches as part of a new Terracycle collection brigade. Read a… Read more »
Where is Away? 2020 Postponed
This class has been postponed due to site visit restrictions from COVID-19. We hope to reschedule all or… read more
Where is Away? 2020 Postponed
This class has been postponed due to site visit restrictions from COVID-19. We hope to reschedule all or… read more
Where is Away? 2020 Postponed
This class has been postponed due to site visit restrictions from COVID-19. We hope to reschedule all or… read more
Where is Away? 2020 Postponed
This class has been postponed due to site visit restrictions from COVID-19. We hope to reschedule all or… read more
Where is Away? 2020 Postponed
This class has been postponed due to site visit restrictions from COVID-19. We hope to reschedule all or… read more
Walker School Recycling Extravaganza CANCELED
In the interest of public health and safety, this event has been canceled. General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are… read more
Recycling During COVID-19
Doing your part to reduce the spread of coronavirus effort extends all the way to your recycling. Believe it… Read more »
Glen Ellyn Community Shred Event Postponed Date TBA
This event has been postponed. New date TBA. Documents for shredding – paper only Strict 3 paper bag/box… read more
Walker School Recycling Extravaganza Postponed
This event has been postponed to May 30th. View the new event info here. General Info Recycling Extravaganzas… read more
Annual Earth Day Trail Clean-Up Postponed
This event has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak. If your town is along either trail, contact… read more
Glen Ellyn Recycling Extravaganza CANCELED
In the interest of public health and safety this event has been canceled. General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are… read more
Schaumburg Recycling Extravaganza CANCELED
In the interest of public health and safety this event has been canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak…. read more
S2 Episode 3 – “Metaling” around with Recycling
In this episode…Curbside Follies. The history of Pop Tabs: who knew? (Kay knows!) All metal is recyclable: Some is… Read more »
Webinar: Make Your Home More Sustainable While You’re Stuck There
Join SCARCE founder Kay McKeen in a webinar to help you with simple tips to make your home… Read more »
Where is Away? Exhibit at Lisle Library in March
SCARCE’s Where is Away? exhibit is will be on display at the Lisle Library March 2nd through March 30th …. Read more »
Corrugated Plastic Sign Recycling in Lombard March 18-23
Do you have corrugated plastic political signs in your yard? After you cast your vote on March 17th,… Read more »
Due to Increased Costs, Shredded Paper Recycling Discontinued
Due to increased recycling costs, SCARCE must discontinue our shredded paper recycling service, effective immediately. We apologize for… Read more »
Where is Away? Exhibit at Addison Public Library in February
SCARCE’s Where is Away? exhibit is will be on display at the Addison Public Library February 3rd – March 1st. Visitors… Read more »
Rev Up Your Recycling
How can you recycle and compost more efficiently and cleanly? Which items can go in the Village bins,… Read more »
Downsize & Declutter without the Dumpster (PM)
Are you left with piles of stuff that don’t “spark joy” after Marie Kondo-ing your home? Looking to… Read more »
Holiday Clean Up, Green Up: How to Avoid Dumping the Decorations
The holidays have come and gone and now it’s time to put away the decorations. Don’t let your decorating… Read more »
January 2020 Eco-Extraordinaires
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
Cooking Oil Collection – Thanksgiving 2019
As part of an annual, one-day event, select towns will be collecting used, liquid cooking oil (no bacon… Read more »
December 2019 Eco-Extraordinaires
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
Upcycled Craft: CD Snowman
Are you looking for a simple winter craft for your classroom? Consider this simple and fun way to… Read more »
6th Annual Pumpkin Smash Helps Communities ‘Green’ Halloween
The 2020 Pumpkin Smash took place on Saturday, November 2nd in 47 locations across Illinois. The word about… Read more »
America Recycles Day
America’s recycling rate has increased over the last 30 years but with only 34% of recyclables ending up… Read more »
Annual SCARCE Sustainability Center Open House
You are invited to get an inside glimpse of our work helping people and the planet. Grab… Read more »
5 Common Recycling Mistakes and their Zero Waste Swaps
November 15th is America Recycles Day. In honor of the day, do an annual recycling check-up to make… Read more »
Pumpkin Smash 2019
What will you do with your pumpkin after Halloween? Rather than letting it languish in a landfill, bring your… Read more »
How to Recycle Contact Lenses
SCARCE does NOT accept contact lenses or packaging. According to the CDC about 45 million Americans wear contact… Read more »
Aurora Electronics Recycling
Registration is required. This event is limited to Aurora residents only – ID is required. Each car is… Read more »
Winfield Township Recycling Extravaganza
Download the flyer General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up… Read more »
Hanover Park Recycling Extravaganza
Rain or shine! Non-residents welcome. No businesses. Accepted Items Documents for Shredding: Paper only – remove binders, binder… Read more »
Gardeners, Sustainability, and Recycling
The energetic presentation by Kay McKeen will address the many aspects of sustainability and conservation, including the history and importance… Read more »
Three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle in West Chicago
Join SCARCE for a free presentation at the West Chicago Public Library. We will help you gain a… Read more »
Bread Tag Recycling Provides Wheelchair for Local Child
In 2017 we began collecting plastic bread tags for recycling through Danielle Cares for Chairs. This summer we got… Read more »
Streets of Woodfield Community Book Swap
Join us at The Streets of Woodfield for their first ever Community Book Swap! Bring your gently loved… Read more »
St. Charles Recycling Event
Electronics, Books & Document Shredding A Kane County Recycles Event will be held this Saturday 8/10/19, between 8am-12pm,… Read more »
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle @ Westmont Library
Join SCARCE director Kay McKeen for a free program at the Westmont Public Library. Get your recycling questions… Read more »
Kane County Recycling Extravaganza
General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up their car and… Read more »
Where is Away? 2019 Graduate Class
Teachers, mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind experiential learning program! Seats are limited – registration opens in March…. Read more »
Where is Away? 2019 Graduate Class
Teachers, mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind experiential learning program! Seats are limited – registration opens in March…. Read more »
Where is Away? 2019 Graduate Class
Teachers, mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind experiential learning program! Seats are limited – registration opens in March…. Read more »
Where is Away? 2019 Graduate Class
Teachers, mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind experiential learning program! Seats are limited – registration opens in March…. Read more »
Where is Away? 2019 Graduate Class
Teachers, mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind experiential learning program! Seats are limited – registration opens in March…. Read more »
Naperville Recycling Extravaganza
**Limit 2 paper bags of shredding Download the flier General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and… Read more »
Aurora Recycle & Shred Day
Sponsored by Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit. Paper Shredding – limit 2 paper bags per car. Must remove binders, rubber bands,… Read more »
**CANCELED**Garden Pot Recycling @ Arboretum
This event has been CANCELED
Christ the Servant Woodridge Recycling Event
Christ the Servant Church is collecting electronics and books. See the flyer below for a full listing of… Read more »
Villa Park Spring Sweep Recycling Extravaganza
Where: Traffic for the event will flow down Home Ave., entering at the intersection of Harvard Ave. and… Read more »
Woodridge Rotary Recycling Extravaganza
Download the flyer General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up… Read more »
Greenhouse Open House
Stop by the SCARCE booth to learn the in’s and out’s of recycling. From Cantigny: We are open… Read more »
International Compost Awareness Week
The 2019 ICAW theme is Cool the Climate – Compost! Enter your design for the 2019 ICAW poster… Read more »
Itasca Green Day Recycling Extravaganza
Electronics TVs & Monitors: Limit (1) CRT tv/monitor per car Computers, laptops, keyboards, mice Printers, Scanners, Copiers and… Read more »
River Forest Recycling Extravaganza
Download the flyer General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up… Read more »
Glendale Heights Recycling Extravaganza
Download the flyer General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up… Read more »
Annual All-Volunteer Trails Clean Up
Volunteers Needed! Join the Friends of the Great Western Trail and the Illinois Prairie Path for their annual… Read more »
Schaumburg Recycling Extravaganza
Download the flier General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up… Read more »
What to Do with Locker Leftovers
Instead of throwing away unwanted school supplies, consider organizing an eco-friendly collection to help others in need. In… Read more »
Intro to Zero Waste
Registration open! Do you want to cut the amount of trash you or your family makes and reduce… Read more »
New Collection: X-Ray, MRI & Lithographic Film
SCARCE is now offering recycling for x-ray, MRI and lithographic film. If you are cleaning out and come… Read more »
Downsize & Declutter without the Dumpster (PM session)
Are you left with piles of stuff that don’t “spark joy” after Marie Kondo-ing your home? Looking to… Read more »
Downsize & Declutter without the Dumpster (AM session)
Are you left with piles of stuff that don’t “spark joy” after Marie Kondo-ing your home? Looking to… Read more »
How to Recycle Shredded Paper at SCARCE CANCELED
As of January 15th 2020, SCARCE is NOT accepting shredded paper for recycling due to increased costs for… read more
‘Reclaimed Beauty” Artist Proposals Due
Do you enjoy making art with recycled and repurposed materials? Submit a proposal to the Forest Preserve District… Read more »
Intro to Zero Waste
Registration open! Do you want to cut the amount of trash you or your family makes and reduce… Read more »
Zero Waste Workshop – FULL
This workshop has reached capacity. Check our calendar for a second date TBA! Do you want to cut… Read more »
Hot Topics: January 2019
Hot Topics highlights eco-news from the past month worth another mention. Click through for links to the original stories…. Read more »
New “Where is Away?” Exhibit Available for Local Libraries
Recycling can be very confusing – it can trip up even the most avid recycler. That’s why contamination… Read more »
Webinar: Bike-Powered Food Scrap Collection
Bike-powered food scrap collectors are one of the fastest growing sectors of the food recovery industry. We’ve identified at… Read more »
Electronic Recycling & Coat Collection
Christ the Servant Church in Woodridge will host its bi-annual Electronic and Coat Recycling Event in the church parking… Read more »
Pumpkin Smash Brings in Record Haul
The 5th annual Pumpkin Smash offered residents 38 locations across Illinois where they could green their Halloween by… Read more »
Cooking Oil Collection – Thanksgiving 2018
As part of an annual, one-day event, select towns will be collecting used, liquid cooking oil (no bacon… Read more »
3Rs & Papermaking (k-8)
Join the Center for the Gifted for a program at SCARCE! Get excited about solutions to combat our… Read more »
Holiday Pop-Up Shop
Just in time for the holidays! Stop by SCARCE to browse unique and eco-friendly gifts, holiday decor, and… Read more »
Holiday Pop-Up Shop
Just in time for the holidays! Stop by SCARCE to browse unique and eco-friendly gifts, holiday decor, and… Read more »
America Recycles Day
America’s recycling rate has increased over the last 30 years but with only 34% of recyclables ending up… Read more »
Holiday Pop-Up Shop
Just in time for the holidays! Stop by SCARCE to browse unique and eco-friendly gifts, holiday decor, and… Read more »
Holiday Pop-Up Shop
Just in time for the holidays! Stop by SCARCE to browse unique and eco-friendly gifts, holiday decor, and… Read more »
Pumpkin Smash 2018
Don’t Trash it, Smash it! Green your Halloween at this year’s annual Pumpkin Smash. What will you do with… Read more »
Holiday Light Recycling Locations Winter 2018-2019
‘Tis the season of holiday light recycling programs! As you deck the halls, set aside your broken, tangled,… Read more »
DEA Drug Take-Back Day Fall 2018
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing… Read more »
How to Start a Can-O-Worms – RESCHEDULED date TBD
Teachers join us for this interactive workshop! Learn how to bring science to life with an indoor… Read more »
Carol Stream Recycling Extravaganza
Accepted Items Household recyclables Paper/cardboard Clean Plastic Bottles Cans/Glass School & Office Supplies Books Pur & Brita Water… Read more »
Food Scrap Composting at the Curb: Tour & Workshop for Community Leaders
This is a free program for DuPage County community leaders including municipal staff, elected leaders, committee members, and… Read more »
Take the Zero-Waste October Challenge
Zero-Waste is the practice of limiting – to near zero – the amount of trash and recycling one… Read more »
Composting Demystified
Kay McKeen, founder and executive director of SCARCE, will explain composting basics, debunk the myths and offer tools… Read more »
Composting at School
Teachers: Earn 2 CEUs for completing this class. Who: Teachers, school personnel, and parents interested in learning more about… Read more »
Green Fair Recycling Extravaganza
Residents! Join us at the Green Fair after dropping off your items at the recycling extravaganza, Residential items… Read more »
SCARCE Green Fair
Mark your calendar for the annual SCARCE Green Fair! The third annual SCARCE Green Fair is Saturday, September 15,… Read more »
Roselle Recycles Recycling Extravaganza
Accepted Items On-Site Document Shredding: 4-5 boxes (up to 100 lbs.) per person limit, no newspapers, magazines, or binders… Read more »
Sustainability Seminar: Looking Ahead at Solar Panel Recycling in Illinois
Location: Online or Conference room at Illinois Sustainable Technology Center – 1 Hazelwood Dr in Champaign Speakers: Nancy Holm, Assistant… Read more »
Elmhurst Electronics Recycling
Do you have an old printer or TV? Preparing for back-to-school with some updated gear and no longer… Read more »
Wayne Township Recycling Extravaganza
Free Event Open to Wayne Township Residents. Download Flier Can’t make it to this event? View on-going electronics… Read more »
Composting with SCARCE at GEPL
Learn to save money, conserve water, reduce landfill waste, and create a nutrient-rich soil amendment for your garden when you… Read more »
Papermaking at GEPL, Grades 6-8
Join SCARCE during the Glen Ellyn Public Library Summer Reading program! Mimic the process of industrial recycled papermaking by… Read more »
Papermaking at GEPL, Grades 3-5
Join SCARCE during the Glen Ellyn Public Library Summer Reading program! Mimic the process of industrial recycled papermaking by… Read more »
Bartlett Medicine Collection Drop-off Hours
Do you have expired or unneeded medicines in your cabinet? Old advice for disposing of unwanted or expired medicine… Read more »
New Collection: CD, DVD, and Video Game Disks CANCELED
As of February 10th, 2020, SCARCE is no longer accepting disks for recycling. SCARCE is happy to share… read more
SCARCE at Bloomingdale Farmer’s Market
Visit SCARCE at the Old Town Bloomingdale Farmer’s Market! We’ll be hosting a booth with information on recycling… Read more »
Where is Away? 2018 Graduate Class
Teachers, mark your calendar for this one-of-a-kind experiential learning program! Seats are limited – registration opens in March…. Read more »
Hot Topics: June 2018
Hot Topics highlights eco-news from the past month worth another mention. Click through for links to the original stories…. Read more »
Christ the Servant Electronics Recycling & Book Drive
The Christ the Servant GREEN TEAM event is open to all residents and small businesses! If you have… Read more »
Itasca Green Day Recycling Extravaganza
Electronics TVs & Monitors: Limit (1) CRT tv/monitor per car Computers, laptops, keyboards, mice Printers, Scanners, Copiers and… Read more »
Recycling FAQ: Binders
As we head into our busiest season we thought we would highlight something that we get a lot… Read more »
Annual All-Volunteer Trails Clean Up
Volunteers Needed! Join the Friends of the Great Western Trail and the Illinois Prairie Path for their annual… Read more »
Glendale Heights Recycling Extravaganza
Download the list of accepted items General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents… Read more »
Glen Ellyn Recycling Extravaganza
General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up their car and… Read more »
River Forest Recycling Extravaganza
General Info Recycling Extravaganzas are drive through recycling and reuse events. Residents can load up their car and… Read more »
Naperville Park District Shred Event
Two box limit for documents Must remove binders, rubber bands, plastic page protectors, plastic bags, plastic file tabs, CDs and other hard… Read more »
Wheaton Document Shredding
Strict 3 box limit for documents (boxes should be about the size of standard copier paper/office boxes). Must remove binders, rubber bands,… Read more »
Hot Topics: April 2018
Hot Topics highlights eco-news from the past month worth another mention. Click through for links to the original stories…. Read more »
New Terracycle Collection: Burt’s Bees Packaging
SCARCE now offers a new collection for hard-to-recycle items. As part of a new Terracycle brigade, we now… Read more »
Lisle Sustainable Saturday Recycling Extravaganza
Route times may vary – expect delays. Please note new entrance off of Maple Ave west of College… Read more »
Composting for Municipalities Webinar
Best Practices for Regulating and Encouraging Food Scrap Composting Join speakers from the Illinois Food Scrap Coalition to… Read more »
Recycling FAQ: Trophies
SCARCE does not offer trophy recycling. Scroll down for a list of programs offered by other organizations. Nowadays,… Read more »
New Terracycle Collection: NOW Foods Flexible Packaging
SCARCE now offers a new collection for hard-to-recycle items. As part of a new Terracycle brigade, we now… Read more »
Spring Into Action: Creative Ways to Declutter Sustainably
Join SCARCE founder and director Kay McKeen at the Naperville Newcomers and Neighbors Club monthly lecture series. Who… Read more »
Eco-Extraordinaires January 2018
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
The 2017 Pumpkin Smash Had a Big Impact
This year there were over 36 locations across Illinois where residents could green their Halloween by composting their… Read more »
Holiday Recycling Wrap-Up
How to Waste Less and Recycle Right this Holiday Season During the holidays the average American throws away… Read more »
Pumpkin Smash 2017
Don’t Trash it, Smash it! Green your Halloween at this year’s annual Pumpkin Smash. What will you do… Read more »
Carol Stream Electronics Recycling & Pumpkin Collection
Each November the Village of Carol Stream hosts a pumpkin recycling event. This year, the village is adding… Read more »
Addison Recycling Extravaganza
Addison Park District is partnering with SCARCE for this community-wide event and opportunity to do some fall cleaning… Read more »
Eco-Extraordinaires November 2017
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
Recycle-Bowl Registration Deadline
Get your school excited about recycling with a friendly competition. Whether you are just starting a recycling program… Read more »
Green Fair Recycling Extravaganza
Clean out your house and have a day of fun and learning at the annual SCARCE Green Fair…. Read more »
Winfield Township Recycling Extravaganza
$10 fee per car for Electronics – CASH ONLY Fee for Paint Recycling – see flyer All other… Read more »
Hot Topics October 2017
A selection of environmental news and things-to-know. Scroll down to view each brief synopsis, click the title for… Read more »
Roselle Recycles Extravaganza
The Bloomingdale Township Highway Department and Itasca Bank & Trust Co., in partnership with the Village of Roselle,… Read more »
Bike Collection at Wheaton Bike Festival
Working Bikes will be collecting used bikes, bike parts, and accessories at the 3rd Annual Wheaton Bike Festival…. Read more »
Eco-Service Collection Projects for Your School
Help the Earth & Stay Engaged Planning activities to keep your eco-club active and engaged all year can… Read more »
McCormick Day @ Cantigny
Join SCARCE at Cantigny’s annual McCormick Day! McCormick Day features free entrance to the park (no parking fee!)… Read more »
Eco-Friendly Tips for Back-to-School Shopping
Can you believe it’s already time for back-to-school preparations? Before you hit the stores to stock up for… Read more »
New Collection: Plastic Bread Tags
SCARCE is glad to announce that we are now collecting plastic bread tags for recycling in partnership with Danielle… Read more »
How to Retire Old Glory: Respect the Flag and the Environment
This July 4th lots of people will be flying the American flag to show their appreciation for our… Read more »
New Year’s Resolutions: New Year, Greener You
Many of us make New Year’s resolutions with the goal to better our lives in some way –… Read more »
Eco-Extraordinaires January 2017
Calvary Episcopal Church Grows Local Produce for Area Food Pantry Calvary Episcopal Church of Lombard built their community gardens… Read more »
2016 Cooking Oil Collection Rescued a Ton of Fat for Fuel
On Saturday, November 26th, the 4th annual post-Thanksgiving Cooking Oil Collection helped residents prevent plumbing problems and protect… Read more »
Key Collection Unlocks Inspiring Environmental Programs
SCARCE is known for collecting certain things – books, school supplies, crayons – but we also have a… Read more »
Trim Your Waste with Holiday Light Recycling Programs
Each year around the holidays it’s the same routine: pull out the decorations, untangle the lights, and test… Read more »
America Recycles Day
America’s recycling rate has increased over the last 30 years but with only 34% of recyclables ending up… Read more »
Don’t Let Your Waste Haunt You! Green your Halloween with Pumpkin Composting
Halloween is fast approaching and that means a whole lot of pumpkins – many of which end up… Read more »