Art Supply Event at SCARCE Two sessions offered: Wed, Oct 13 at 4:30pm and Sat, Oct 16 at… Read more »
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August is National Crayon Collection Month!
If you know SCARCE, you know we’re all about the little things that add up. Namely the small,… Read more »
Carton 2 Garden Contest Entries Due
Repurpose your school’s milk or juice cartons into a garden project to win one of FIFTEEN prizes, including… Read more »
S3 Episode 5 – Well-Connected: Have something that’s too good to throw away? SCARCE “knows a guy.”
In this episode: Join Kay, Heather, and Carol, as they share answers to the following question: How do… 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 »
Children’s Halloween Costume Drive thru Oct 23rd, 2020
Help make Halloween special for local kids in need! SCARCE is collecting gently-used children’s Halloween costumes in partnership… Read more »
S3 Episode 2 – Recycling Extravaganzas: Building community while saving so much from the landfill
In this episode: Join Kay, Heather, Carol, and Erin as they chat it up about hosting a Recycling… Read more »
Now Collecting for Working Bikes
SCARCE is now a drop-off site for Working Bikes. Donate your old (but repairable) adult bikes, gently-used kid’s… 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
Book Rescue Saturday Hours Canceled
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info. In… read more
Scarcely Used Book & Record Sale Canceled
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info. Open… 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
Book Rescue Saturday Hours CANCELED
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info. In… read more
Scarcely Used Book & Record Sale CANCELED
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info. Open… read more
Book Rescue Saturday Hours Canceled
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info…. read more
Scarcely Used Book & Record Sale Canceled
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info…. read more
Book Rescue Saturday Hours CANCELED
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info…. read more
Scarcely Used Book & Record Sale Canceled
Canceled: SCARCE is closed to align with recommendations to slow the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. More info…. read more
Carton 2 Garden Contest Entries Due
Repurpose your school’s milk or juice cartons into a garden project to win one of FIFTEEN prizes, including… 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 »
Book Rescue Saturday Hours CANCELED
Update Mar 16, 2020: SCARCE is closed through April 5th to align with recommendations to slow the spread… read more
Scarcely Used Book & Record Sale CANCELED
Update Mar 16, 2020: SCARCE is closed through April 5th to align with recommendations to slow the spread… read more
Book Rescue Saturday Hours – CANCELED
Due to delays in our move, our re-opening is postponed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience!… read more
Scarcely Used Book & Record Sale – CANCELED
Due to delays in our move, the re-opening of Scarcely Used Books & Records is postponed until further… read more
Recycling & Zero Waste
Do you want to cut the amount of trash you or your family make and reduce your environmental… 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 »
Preserving music with The Great 78 Project
Did you know that as part of our collection projects, we accept music records? They go to our… 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 »
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 »
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 »
Seasonal Collection May 1st-31st: Plastic Garden Pots
SCARCE has partnered with a local organization to collect plastic grow pots and flats for reuse this Spring…. 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 »
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 »
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 »
CCRX Donation Drop-off Day
Please note, this is NOT a collection at SCARCE. Do you have items on the list below that… 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 »
Book Rescue Saturday Hours
In addition to our regular M-F hours, the SCARCE Book Rescue is open 9am-12pm on the 2nd/4th Saturdays of each month… 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 »
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 »
Green Fair Recycling Extravaganza
Residents! Join us at the Green Fair after dropping off your items at the recycling extravaganza, Residential items… 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 »
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 »
10 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Backyard BBQ
Just in time for BBQ season, these tips will help you declare independence from trash at your next… 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 »
Addison Park Pride Recycling Extravaganza
Update: Paper shredding will be held during the regular event hours, 9am-12pm (not in the afternoon). Please disregard… Read more »
Burr Ridge Recycling Extravaganza
Please join State Representatives Jim Durkin and David Olsen along with State Senator John Curran at a free… 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 »
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 »
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 »
CANCELLED – Book Rescue Saturday Hours – CANCELLED
Due to severe winter weather, the Book Rescue Saturday hours for February 10th are cancelled. In addition… Read more »
Swap Circle Donation Drop-off
Do you have extra books, office or art supplies lying around your home? Donate materials to the Swap… 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 »
Eco-Extraordinaires December 2017
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… 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 »
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 »
Eco-Extraordinaires October 2017
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
Eco-Extraordinaires September 2017
Check out this month’s local leaders in green. Do you know a DuPage County organization or person that… Read more »
Wondering What to Do with Your Eclipse Glasses?
Despite how scarce eclipse glasses seemed to be, millions of them were produced and sold in advance of… 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-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 »
Eco-Extraordinaires February 2017
Fellowes Brands Works to Keep Unused Furniture from Going to Waste Itasca-based Fellowes contacted SCARCE after Thanksgiving with a large amount… 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 »