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Recycling and Reuse
(Recycle, buy, sell, donate, rent & repair used items)
(*) Denotes donation opportunity
The Recycling & Reuse section has been divided into three separate pages, listed in alphabetical order by category.
| Page 1 (A-B Categories) | Page 2 (C-E Categories) | Page 3 (F-Z Categories) |
CDs, Records, Video & Audio Tapes, Video Games
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Purchasing used music and video games is yet another way to stay in the Reduce-Reuse-Recycle loop! Still another is to donate or trade those audio video formats you have the need to be rid of to the various music specialty resale businesses around Tucson. Also listed are organizations that will accept donations of used music and video games.
Bookmans Used Entertainment Exchange
1930 E. Grant Rd. 325-5767
3733 W. Ina Rd. 579-0303
6230 E. Speedway Blvd. 748-9555
Internet: http://www.bookmans.com
Also buys, sells and trades books, audiobooks, comics, magazines, records, video games, and computer software.
CD City, 2890 N. Campbell Ave. 318-3339
Cover Story, 8628 E. Broadway Blvd. 886-5364
E-mail: purplesage@earthlink.net
Judy's Music Stop, 2342 N. Dodge Blvd. 881-2681
MetroGnome Music, 4408 E. Speedway Blvd. 320-3780
Buys, sells, and trades used music CDs, video games and systems, VHS and DVD movies.
Mostly Books, 6208 E. Speedway Blvd. 571-0110
Also sells & trades audiobooks.
Plastic Recycling Incorporated, 2015 S. Pennsylvania, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Mail unwanted Compact Discs to this address, to be recycled.
(Compact Discs are not recycled locally in Tucson)
(*) St. Mary's Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 1543 W. St. Mary's Rd. 624-4697
Accepts donations of CDs & Videos. Donations & sale of items to benefit St. Mary's Hospital.
Toxic Ranch Records, 424 E. 5th St. 623-2008
Specializes in punk, underground and indie rock, as well as local artists. Used records & cds available.
Pima County Public Library, 791-4010
Internet: http://www.library.pima.gov
Library locations accept empty CD "jewel" cases to replace cases that are returned broken or damaged. Empty CD cases may be brought to any library branch in the Tucson metro area.
22nd Street Thrift Store, 8099 E. 22nd St. 298-2800
Sells and accepts donations of clothing, books, toys, tools, videos, and other household items. Donations benefit the Tucson Police Foundation.
Zia Record Exchange
3370 E. Speedway Blvd. 327-3340
3655 N. Oracle Rd. 887-6898
Internet: http://www.ziarecords.com
Cellular Telephones
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Cellular telephones, personal electronics and rechargeable batteries accompanying electronics often contain hazardous materials and should not be placed in recycling or waste collection containers. Most mobile telephone stores accept used phones for reuse and proper recycling or disposal. Some of the nonprofit organizations listed below also refurbish and recycle cellular telephones.
American Retroworks - West, Inc., Bisbee, AZ. Toll-free, 1-877-382-8501
Internet: http://www.retroworks.net/retroworksdemexico.htm
E-mail: rdm@retroworks.com
Recycling and disposal management services for computers, televisions, telephones, microwaves, printer cartridges, and many other types of electronics.
(*) The Brewster Center, 320-7556
Accepts donations of cell phones, clothing, household items and personal care products. Please call or visit website for more information, and to see what items are most needed.
Internet: http://www.thebrewstercenter.org
E-mail: facilitymanager@thebrewstercenter.org
(*) Tucson Clean & Beautiful, 791-3109
E-mail: tcb@tucsonaz.gov
Accepts donations of cell phones for recycling
Christmas Trees
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Christmas TreeCycle, 791-5000
Internet: http://www.tucsonrecycles.org
E-mail: recycle@tucsonaz.gov
For a few weeks after the Christmas holiday, several sites throughout metropolitan Tucson accept cut Christmas trees for recycling. Please call or visit the website for dropoff locations and important program dates. Live, potted trees may also be accepted by local Parks & Recreation Departments for planting at area parks. If you decided to have a live, potted Christmas tree, please call 791-5000 for information about the alternatives in your area.
Clothing and Household Goods
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These businesses buy, sell, trade or accept donations of clothing, household goods or other items.
(*) Assistance League of Tucson Thrift Shop, 1307 N. Alvernon Way. 326-1585
Donations accepted; donated items for sale.
(*) Bargain Cottage, 1109 W. Prince Rd. 327-6196
Proceeds benefit Tucson Centers for Women and Children
(*) Beacon Foundation/Value Village, 300 N. 4th Ave. 624-3414
(*) Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson
160 E. Alameda St. 624-7039
Internet: http://www.tucsonbigs.org
E-mail: donationcenter@tucsonbigs.org
Savers, 290 W. Fort Lowell Rd.
Savers, 5845 E. Broadway Blvd.
Internet: http://www.savers.com
Accepts donations of clothing and household items. Donated items are sold at Savers with proceeds to benefit mentoring services to children. Unsold items at Savers are recycled. Call Big Brothers Big Sisters for pickup, or drop off donations at Savers locations.
(*) The Brewster Center, 320-7556
Internet: http://www.thebrewstercenter.org
E-mail facilitymanager@thebrewstercenter.org
Accepts donations of cell phones, clothing, household items and personal care products. Please call or visit website for more information, and to see what items are most needed.
Buffalo Exchange
2001 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-0508
6170 E. Speedway Blvd. 885-8392
Internet: http://www.buffaloexchange.com
Buys, sells and trades clothing and accessories.
(*) Casa de los Niņos Thrift Shop, 1302 E. Prince Rd. 325-2573
Internet: http://www.casadelosninos.com
(*) Catalina Community Services
3414 E. Golder Ranch Rd. 825-0009
Accepts donations of clothing and non-perishable food.
Costume Caper, 825-3476
Buys, sells, trades and rents costumes. Workshops available on creating costumes from recycled goods.
(*) Country Fair White Elephant Shop, 601 N. La Caņada Dr. in Green Valley. 625-4119. Open 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Monday-Saturday.
Internet: http://www.gvwhiteelephant.org
Accepts donations of clothing as well as many other items including antiques & collectibles, appliances, books, cameras, computers, furniture, housewares, hardware, jewelry & toys. Merchandise is offered for resale to benefit schools & organizations in the community.
Desert Vintage & Costume, 636 N. 4th Ave. 620-1570
Buys and sells antique clothing and textiles.
(*) 1st Rate 2nd Hand Thrift Store, 5252 E. Speedway Blvd. 327-5252
Internet: http://www.jewishtucson.org
E-mail: 1strate2ndhand@gmail.com
Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona, the store is designed to provide a source of sustainable funding for community priorities. Proceeds from sales are distributed to participating agencies and synagogues who provide volunteer support at the store. Donated items will be sold, recycled, or re-allocated to a number of other nonprofit organizations providing material and support to low-income seniors, affordable housing options, homeless individuals, and families and others in need.
(*) Giving Tree Thrift Shop, 4221 E. 22nd St. # 115. 881-9422
Internet: http://www.thegivingtreeoutreach.org
E-mail: 4kids@dakotacom.net
Accepts donations of clothing, small appliances, furniture, books & sporting goods. Items are resold in the thrift shop in support of the organization's programs to help homeless children in Tucson.
(*) Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona
1770 S. Cherrybell Strav. 623-5879
2907 N. 1st Ave. 882-5152
4140 W. Ina Rd. 744-7988
4995 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-2855
8321 E. Broadway Blvd.
7139 E. 22nd St. 290-2322
Internet: http://www.goodwill.org
Donations accepted. Call for pick-up service.
(*) Gospel Rescue Mission, 326 W. 28th St. 740-1501
Internet: http://www.gospelrescuemission.com
(*) Habitat for Humanity - HabiStore Home Improvement Center, 3840 S. Palo Verde Blvd. 889-7200
Internet: http://www.habitattucson.org
Sells and accepts donations of gently used housewares.
How Sweet it Was, 419 N. 4th Ave. 623-9854
Internet: http://www.howsweetitwas.com
Vintage clothing and accessories.
(*) Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. 321-3704
Internet: http://www.hssaz.org
Accepts used blankets, toilet seat covers, towels, pillow cases and similar items for reuse.
(*) Iskash*taa Refugee Harvesting Network, 440-0100
E-mail: harvest@fruitmappers.org
Refugees from around the world harvest excess fruits, vegetables, and nuts from Tucson area residents' yards, free of charge. Donations of plastic buckets, bins and crates are also accepted, for collection and storage of harvested goods. The group also accepts sewing machines and related supplies for repair and distribution to refugees' homes to enable self-sufficiency.
Kanella's, 338 N. 4th Ave. 884-0022
Retro/Vintage clothing and accessories. Buys leather items and boots.
Lil' Traders, 6216 E. Speedway Blvd. 881-8438
Buys, sells and trades children's clothing, toys and furniture.
Lutheran Thrift, 5615 E. Speedway Blvd. 320-7892
(*) The Primavera Foundation, 702 S. 6th Ave. 623-5111, extension 102
Accepts donations of appliances, bicycles, furniture, linens and other household items in clean and working condition, for use in the organization's small apartments and transitional living facilities.
Internet: http://www.primavera.org
E-mail: volunteers@primavera.org
(*) ReStore/Community Closet, 2958 E. 22nd St. 326-1936
Internet: http://www.tmmfs.org
Accepts tax deductible donations of new and gently used building materials, usable paint, appliances and home furnishings are accepted to assist families or individuals of low and moderated incomes. The Community Closet program also offers donated clothing and bedding to needy persons and families.
The Running Shop, 3055 N. Campbell Ave. # 153. 325-5097
E-mail: sharon@runningshopaz.com
Accepts gently used shoes to be cleaned and redistributed to homeless shelters.
(*) The Salvation Army
2717 S. 6th Ave. 624-1741
701 E. Fort Lowell Rd. 888-9719
6715 E. Tanque Verde Rd. 722-6525
7109 E. Golf Links Rd. 722-5177
Internet: http://www.satruck.org
Tax-deductible donations of clothing & household items accepted.
(*) St. Mary's Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 1543 W. St. Mary's Rd. 624-4697
Accepts donations of usable clothing & linens, which are given to local Tucson charities.
(*) Teen Challenge, 792-1790
Accepts donations of usable clothing as well as many other items.
Threads and More Thrift Store, 2934 E. 22nd St. 745-5123
Sells and accepts working appliances as well as books, magazines, clothing, furniture and household items.
Tucson Thrift Shop, 319 N. 4th Ave. 623-8736
Internet: http://www.tucsonthriftshop.com
Specializes in costumes, formal wear, and vintage items.
22nd Street Thrift Store, 8099 E. 22nd St. 298-2800
Sells and accepts donations of clothing, books, toys, tools, videos, and other household items. Donations benefit the Tucson Police Foundation.
Twice as Nice Clothing Exchange
3860 W. Ina Rd. 579-3031
6336 N. Oracle Rd. 797-1214
2038 E. Irvington Rd. 889-0081
4045 E. Broadway Blvd. 881-2738
7333 E. Broadway Blvd. 298-7375
Internet: http://www.twiceaznice.com
Buys and sells children's and adult clothing and children's furniture.
(*) WorldCare/Tools for Schools, 3538 E. Ellington Pl. 514-1588
Internet: http://www.worldcare.org
Recycled books, school supplies, musical instruments, computers, and medical supplies
Composting/Mulch/Yard Waste
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Composting is the oldest form of recycling, creating clean odor-free soil amendment for plants & trees when finished properly. Almost anything that was once a plant can be composted (yard waste, tea bags, coffee grounds, vegetables, fruit, and more). Compost is a great alternative to commercial fertilizer, and helps reduce the amount of organic waste in our landfills.
B&R Materials, 4200 S. Harrison Rd. 298-2371
Wholesale/retail outlet for compost, mulch, and soil conditioners.
City of Tucson Environmental Services
In partnership with local organizations, periodically sponsors a compost bin sale. For more information, call 791-5000.
DAWN Southwest, 6570 W. Illinois St. 624-1673
Internet: http://www.caneloproject.com/dawn
E-mail dawnaz@earthlink.net
Specializes in permaculture strategies, composting, natural building materials, and environmentally sustainable building site design. Workshops offered at demonstration site.
Pima County Public Library, 791-4010
Internet: http://www.library.pima.gov
The Tucson/Pima Public Library System has numerous books, brochures, and videos on composting. The video "Home Composting in the Desert" produced by Tucson Organic Gardeners, is available in English and Spanish.
Starbucks Coffee Company
Internet: http://www.starbucks.com
Offers free used coffee grounds, to be used as a nitrogen-rich additive in compost bins and gardens.
5970 W. Arizona Pavillions Dr. 744-3418
98 W. River Rd. 408-2292
7151 N. Oracle Rd. 219-4880
10785 N. Oracle Rd. # 135. 229-1979
7555 N. La Cholla Blvd. 219-9338
1825 E. River Rd. # 119 232-0105
6370 N. Campbell Ave. # 100. 529-9211
1209 W. Irvington Rd. # 150. 295-3920
3951 W. Ina Rd. # 101. 572-7457
802-804 E. University Blvd. 620-9344
4811 E. Grant Rd. 325-8669
4700 E. Sunrise Dr. 615-0881
5870 E. Broadway Blvd. # 160. 514-1945
50 S. Houghton Rd. # 120. 298-0408
3025 E. Speedway Blvd. 320-1760
6291 E. Speedway Blvd. 546-7771
6970 E. 22nd St. # 112. 584-1384
9525 E. Old Spanish Trail, # 113. 721-7221
7288 E. Broadway Blvd. # 150. 721-7136
Tucson Organic Gardeners, 670-9158
Internet: http://iwhome.com/nonprofits/TOG
E-mail: tucsonorganicgardeners@hotmail.com
A Master Composter is available for consultation every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Home Composting Demonstration Site located at the Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Workshops on composting are presented periodically. Tucson Organic Gardeners membership is available. Included with membership is a subscription to the "Composter" newsletter. Compost bins are available for sale. Composting videos are also available to borrow through the Pima County Public Library system. Please call for more information.
Tucson Recycling & Waste Services, 623-7300
Pick-up or drop-off available for large volumes of green waste and wood waste. Dumpster rental may be required. Wood mulch, animal bedding, and compost available from recycled materials.
Computers & Electronics
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These businesses and organizations buy, sell, trade or accept donations of computers and related accessories or electronics. Please check the CDs section for used software and CD recycling.
A+ Computers, 747-4668
E-mail: change-pcstuff8@yahoo.com
Buys, sells & recycles used computers.
Allied Precious Metals Recycling Co. 5657 S. Wilmot Rd. 574-1817
Buys precious metals and large quantities of computers (non-working)
American Retroworks - West, Inc., Bisbee, AZ. Toll-free, 1-877-382-8501
Internet: http://www.retroworks.net/retroworksdemexico.htm
E-mail: rdm@retroworks.com
Recycling and disposal management services for computers, televisions, telephones, microwaves, printer cartridges, and many other types of electronics.
(*) The Brewster Center, 320-7556
Internet: http://www.thebrewstercenter.org
E-mail: facilitymanager@thebrewstercenter.org
Accepts donations of cell phones, clothing, household items and personal care products. Please call or visit website for more information, and to see what items are most needed.
Cartridge World Marana, 8295 N. Cortaro Rd. Suite 107. 572-6608
Sells and accepts used printers
Internet: http://www.cartridgeworldusa.com
E-mail: read@cwmarana.com
CompTech, 791-9259
Buys, sells, upgrades, repairs & recycles computers, accessories & other electronics.
Computer Renaissance, 4132 N. Oracle Rd. 888-8100
(*) Country Fair White Elephant Shop, 601 N. La Caņada Dr. in Green Valley. 625-4119. Open 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Monday-Saturday.
Internet: http://www.gvwhiteelephant.org
Accepts donations of computers as well as many other items including antiques & collectibles, appliances, books, cameras, clothing, furniture, housewares, hardware, jewelry & toys. Merchandise is offered for resale to benefit schools & organizations in the community.
Desert Metals Recycling, 3119 E. Pennsylvania. 741-0608
Buys computer towers (towers only; no monitors or keyboards)
and electronic equipment.
Just Empties... Cartridge Recycling, 2914 N. Indian Ruins Rd. 975-7356
Accepts working desktop printers, copiers & fax machines for reuse by nonprofit organizations.
Internet: http://www.justempties.com
E-mail: recycle@justempties.com
Laser Xperts, 3890 S. Evans Blvd. 886-8301
Internet: http://www.laserxperts.com
E-mail: mail@laserxperts.com
Sells remanufactured laser toner cartridges as well as used laser printers.
(*) Pima Computer Recycling, 1134 S. Park Ave. 623-7162
Internet: http://www.computerecycling.org
E-mail: recycle@computerecycling.org
Accepts donations of computers, scanners, printers, current software and other computer accessories as well as fax machines, scanners, office supplies, home and office furniture, and other items. Also provides computer classes for worker retraining and programs for youth.
(*) Rural Disabled Assistance Foundation, Inc. 795-3150
Internet: http://www.geocities.com/ruraldisabled
E-mail: ruraldisabled@yahoo.com
Accepts donations of computers and related accessories, and other electronics. Systems are upgraded and donated to disabled residents of rural areas. Donations of many other items are also accepted.
(*) The Salvation Army
2717 S. 6th Ave. 624-1741
701 E. Fort Lowell Rd. 888-9719
6715 E. Tanque Verde Rd. 722-6525
7109 E. Golf Links Rd. 722-5177
Internet: http://www.satruck.org
Tax-deductible donations of working computers accepted.
(*) Southern Arizona Women's Computer Bank, 682-6628
Internet: http://www.sawcb.org
Accepts donations of working computers and accessories. Items are then given to underprivileged students in the Tucson area.
(*) Teen Challenge, 792-1790
Accepts donations of used computers & accessories as well as many other items.
Tucson/Pima County Household Hazardous Waste Program, 2440 W. Sweetwater Dr. 888-6947
Internet: http://www.tucsonaz.gov/hhw
Accepts computers and peripheral items from households for proper disposal. Computers are also accepted daily at the City of Tucson Los Reales Landfill at the ABOP Recycling Station and on the first Saturday of each month at Outreach sites. Please note, that Pima County Landfill and Transfer Station sites no longer accept computers and other electronics.
(*) World Care/Tools for Schools, 3538 E. Ellington Pl. 514-1588
Internet: http://www.worldcare.org
Donations of computers accepted.
Diapers
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A perk of modern living is the choice of using either disposable diapers or cloth diapers for both the needs of babies and adults. Most people choose the disposable option, resulting in the landfilling of close to 18 billion diapers per year in the United States. Listed below are options for use of cloth diapers, as well as alternatives to placing new, unused disposable diapers into the garbage which you might find you no longer need. Someone in our community might be able to use them!
The Next Generation Diaper Service, 3841 N. Oracle Rd. 747-4611
Internet: http://www.nextgenerationbaby.com
* Tucson Clean & Beautiful Member Discount Available! *
Pick-up service and delivery of clean, sanitized cloth diapers. Cloth diapers can be used a hundred times or more, and are a great alternative to one-time use diapers which cannot be recycled or reused.
(*) Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. 790-7262
Internet: http://www.pcoa.org
Accepts unused adult-size disposable diapers.
Southern Arizona Community Diaper Bank, 3820 E. Bellevue St. 325-1400
Internet: http://www.diaperbank.org
E-mail: info@diaperbank.org
Accepts any quantity of unused disposable adult and child sized diapers, for distribution to programs and individuals in need.
Environmentally Friendly/Recycled Content Merchandise & Services
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The following businesses specialize in eco-friendly products and services ranging from items related to personal care to home improvement.
Aqua Vita, 2801 N. Country Club Rd. 293-7770
Large selection of bulk herbs and 700 bulk items available. Sells
organic produce, recycled paper products, environmentally friendly personal care and cleaning products, distilled water, specialty supplements, and canvas bags.
ARBICO, 18701 N. Lago del Oro, Catalina, AZ. 825-9785
Internet: http://www.arbico-organics.com
Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Sells environmentally friendly pest management products and beneficial insects. Provides consultations and biological control services.
DAWN Southwest, 6570 W. Illinois St. 624-1673
Internet: http://www.caneloproject.com/dawn
Email: dawnaz@earthlink.net
Specializes in permaculture strategies, composting, natural building materials, and environmentally sustainable building site design. Workshops offered at demonstration site.
Food Conspiracy Co-op, 412 N. 4th Ave. 624-4821
Internet: http://www.foodconspiracy.org
Over 600 bulk items. Sells recycled household paper and cleaning
products, environmentally friendly personal care products, filtered water and water systems, canvas and jute shopping bags, nutritional supplements and all organic produce.
Greener Cleaners, (800) 737-4851
Tucson-based cleaning company specializing in residential & commercial building interior cleaning, utilizing only non-toxic, biodegradable & environmentally friendly products.
Internet: http://www.greenerhomecleaners.com
E-mail: berenice@greenerhomecleaners.com
Gumblasters of Arizona, Gilbert, AZ. (480) 353-1401
Provides commercial chewing gum removal service using an all-natural, environmentally friendly cleaning process that conserves water.
Internet: http://www.gumblasters-az.com
E-mail: dmills@gumblasters-az.com
Innovative Formulations, 1810 S. 6th Ave. 628-1553
Internet: http://www.innovativeformulations.com
Local manufacturer of environmentally friendly paint and roofing
products (lead, mercury, neurotoxin and carcinogen-free). Residential and commercial applications.
Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems of Tucson, 7670 E. Broadway Blvd. Suite 104. 256-7928
Internet: http://www.jan-pro.com/tucson
E-mail: tina.moreno@jan-pro.com
Jan-Pro uses a colorless, odorless, and environmentally conscious line of cleaning chemicals in all our normal cleaning. Jan-Pro also uses micro-fiber cloths which clean greener and dryer while removing more dust contaminants.
Mostly Books, 6208 E. Speedway Blvd. 571-0110
Sells recycled paper greeting cards.
New Life Health Center
1745 W. Ajo Way. 294-4926
5612 E. Broadway Blvd. 747-0209
4841 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-7862
3954 N. Oracle Rd. 888-4830
Internet: http://www.newlifehealth.com
Bulk foods and herbs, herbal tinctures/extracts and organic produce available. Environmentally friendly household cleaners, insect
repellants, and natural insecticides.
Originate Natural Building Materials Showroom, 526 N. 9th Ave. 792-4207
Internet: http://www.originateNBM.com
E-mail: natasha@originateNBM.com
Sells a variety of natural and environmentally friendly building materials, including paints, flooring, plasters, pigments, insulation, and recycled glass.
Spartan Promotional Group, 323-8433
Internet: http://www.spartanaz.com
Promotional items made from recycled content materials. Canvas
shopping bags, pencils, paper products and other merchandise available in large quantities only.
Sustainable Bags, 298-2650
Sells a variety of reusable organic shopping & tote bags, compostable bags made from bioplastics (corn instead of petroleum), and other environmentally friendly/compostable utensils & plates.
Internet: http://www.sustainablebags.net
E-mail: info@sustainablebags.net
Wild Oats Community Market
3360 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-9844
7133 N. Oracle Rd. 297-5394
Internet: http://www.wildoats.com
Bulk food section, organic produce, free-range/antibiotic/hormone free meat, and supplements. Natural bakery, deli foods, and organic juice bar. Environmentally friendly household cleaners, personal care and cleaning products, and canvas bags available. Wooden nickel program (5 cent credit for each shopping bag brought in for reuse, toward groceries or a charity).
Eyeglasses-donation of used, intact sets
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Many people have one or more sets of eyeglasses no longer in use collecting dust somewhere that can and will be gladly reused. Please contact the following organizations for information on donating eyeglasses for further reuse.
(*) St. Mary's Auxiliary Thrift Shop, 1543 W. St. Mary's Rd. 624-4697
(*) St. Joseph's Hospital Eye Bank, 350 N. Wilmot Rd. 721-3993
(*) Lions Club Vision Program
Donation bins for used eyeglasses available at Lenscrafters locations, as well as Wal-Mart Vision Centers and through local Lions Club branches. The Green Valley Lions Recycling Center, 600 N. La Canada Dr. in Green Valley (near library) also accepts eyeglasses along with many other recyclable or reusable items. Site open 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday. For more information please contact program manager (Joel Keyte) at 400-3933
(*) Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. 790-7262
Internet: http://www.pcoa.org
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