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P.O. Box 27210
Tucson, AZ 85726
(520) 791-3109
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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 Entertainment Exchange
1930 E. Grant Rd. 325-5767
3733 W. Ina Rd. 579-0303
6230 E. Speedway Blvd. 748-9555
Also buys, sells and trades books, audiobooks, comics, magazines, records, video games, and computer software.
Tucson Clean & Beautiful member.
CD City, 2890 N. Campbell Ave. 318-3339
Deseret Industries, 605 E. Grant Rd. # 111. 903-1036
Accepts donations of books and magazines, CDs and videos, clothing and household items, and furniture & equipment for resale in the thrift store.
PDQ Records & Tapes, 2342 N. Dodge Blvd. 881-2681
Buy, sell, and trade LPs, CDs and DVDs. A large selection of used merchandise including rare and hard-to-find items are in stock.
MetroGnome Music, 4044 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
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
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 or proper recycling. Some of the companies and organizations listed below also refurbish and recycle cellular telephones.
(*) American Red Cross, Southern Arizona Chapter, 2916 E. Broadway Blvd. 318-6740 or toll-free, 1-877-AZ-LIFE-5 (1-877-295-4335)
E-mail: questions@redcrossarizona.org
Accepts donations cell phones, which are refurbished for emergency use or recycled. Please visit the website or call for drop-off locations.
American Retroworks - West, Inc., Bisbee, AZ. Toll-free, 1-877-382-8501
E-mail: rdm@retroworks.com
Recycling and disposal management services for computers, televisions, telephones, microwaves, printer cartridges, and many other types of electronics. Fees may apply for collection and recycling of certain items.
(*) Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse, 2801 E. Broadway Blvd. 795-8001
E-mail: info@emergecenter.org
Accepts donations of cell phones, clothing, household items and personal care products. Donations accepted on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call or visit website for more information, and to see what items are most needed.
Sims Recycling Solutions (Commercial & large volume only), 820 S. Euclid Ave. 622-7600
Specializes in recycling end-of-life electronics, including computers and cell phones, in a secure facility with an on-site shredder, ensuring data security using environmentally sound processes.
Tucson Clean & Beautiful member.
Christmas Trees
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Christmas TreeCycle, 791-5000
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 donation opportunities in your area.
Clothing & Housewares
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These businesses buy, sell, trade or accept donations of clothing, household goods or other items.
A Place To Call Home, 1200 N. El Dorado Pl. Suite C-300. 318-9906
Accepts used suitcases, purses, backpacks and other items in good condition for program participants to use for carrying their belongings.
(*) 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 Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse
(*) Beacon Group Furniture Store, 2700 N. Stone Ave. 792-1454
(*) Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson
160 E. Alameda St. 624-7039
E-mail: donationcenter@tucsonbigs.org
Savers
290 W. Fort Lowell Rd.
5845 E. Broadway Blvd.
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.
Buffalo Exchange
2001 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-0508
6170 E. Speedway Blvd. 885-8392
Buys, sells and trades clothing and accessories.
(*) Casa de los Niņos Thrift Shop, 1302 E. Prince Rd. 325-2573
(*) Catalina Community Services
3414 E. Golder Ranch Rd. 825-0009
Accepts donations of clothing and non-perishable food.
(*) Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona - Pio Decimo Center, 848 S. 7th Ave. 624-0551
Accepts donations of clothing & household goods as well as other items for redistribution to those in need.
Classic Findz Consignment Boutique, 4770 E. Grant Rd. 319-7800
E-mail: classicfindz1@aol.com
Clothing consignment store for ladies to recycle their brand-name favorites by buying and selling current season, clean clothing, purses & jewelry.
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. (Green Valley). 625-4119. Open 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Monday-Saturday.
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.
Deseret Industries, 605 E. Grant Rd. # 111. 903-1036
Accepts donations of books and magazines, CDs and videos, clothing and household items, and furniture & equipment for resale in the thrift store.
Desert Vintage & Costume, 636 N. 4th Ave. 620-1570
Buys and sells antique clothing and textiles.
(*) Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse, 2801 E. Broadway Blvd. 795-8001
E-mail: info@emergecenter.org
Accepts donations of cell phones, clothing, household items and personal care products. Donations accepted on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call or visit website for more information, and to see what items are most needed.
(*) 1st Rate 2nd Hand Thrift Store, 5252 E. Speedway Blvd. 327-5252
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
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
3925 N. Flowing Wells Rd. 887-2033
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
1680 W. Valencia Rd. 547-3464
Donations accepted. Call for pick-up service.
(*) Gospel Rescue Mission, 326 W. 28th St. 740-1501
(*) Habitat for Humanity-HabiStore Home Improvement Center, 3840 S. Palo Verde Blvd. 889-7200
Sells and accepts donations of gently used housewares.
Tucson Clean & Beautiful member.
How Sweet it Was, 419 N. 4th Ave. 623-9854
Vintage clothing and accessories.
(*) Humane Society of Southern Arizona, 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. 321-3704
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
Pop-Cycle, 422 N. 4th Ave. 622-3297
Specializes in gifts, home decor and apparel made from recycled & environmentally sustainable materials.
(*) 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.
(*) ReStore/Community Closet, 2958 E. 22nd St. 326-1936
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.
Tucson Clean & Beautiful member.
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
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.
Tucson Thrift Shop, 319 N. 4th Ave. 623-8736
Specializes in costumes, formal wear, and vintage items.
Threads and More Thrift Store, 2239 E. Broadway Blvd. 745-5123
Sells and accepts working appliances as well as books, magazines, clothing, furniture and household 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
Buys and sells children's and adult clothing and children's furniture.
(*) WorldCare/Tools for Schools, 3538 E. Ellington Pl. 514-1588
Recycles books, school supplies, musical instruments, computers, and medical supplies
The Yard Sale Store, 1837 W. Ajo Way. 883-5200
Thrift store, offering a variety of quality used items at a discount.
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.
Pima County Public Library, 791-4010
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
Offers free used coffee grounds at all locations, to be used as a nitrogen-rich additive in compost bins and gardens. First-come, first-served. Please call your nearest store for more information.
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
T.L.C. Environmental Services, LLC, 3340 W. Coriander Dr. 887-3829
Mulch and wood chips available free of charge in the vicinity of the company's landscaping job sites. Areas of availability may vary daily, please call for additional details.
Tucson Organic Gardeners, 670-9158
E-mail: tucsonorganicgardeners@hotmail.com
Compost bins are available for sale. 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. Composting videos are also available to borrow through the Pima County Public Library system.
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: pcstuff711@yahoo.com
Buys, sells & recycles used computers, small televisions, VCRs and other small electronic equipment.
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
E-mail: rdm@retroworks.com
Recycling and disposal management services for computers, televisions, telephones, microwaves, printer cartridges, and many other types of electronics.
Arizona's Printer Services, 7349 E. Broadway Blvd. 722-4187
E-mail: sales@azps.com
Accepts used printer cartridges and printers; Sells professionally remanufactured cartridges.
Cartridge World Marana, 8295 N. Cortaro Rd. Suite 107. 572-6608
E-mail: read@cwmarana.com
Sells and accepts used printers
CompTech, 791-9259
Buys, sells, upgrades, repairs & recycles computers, accessories & other electronics.
Computer Renaissance, 7254 N. Oracle Rd. 888-8100
Accepts computers, monitors & peripheral accessories for reuse and recycling.
(*) 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.
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 St. 741-0608
Buys computer towers (towers only; no monitors or keyboards) and electronic equipment.
Monument Camera, 15 E. Fort Lowell Rd. 690-1484
Email: azoptic@aol.com
Buy, sell, trade & repair used cameras & accessories as well as outdoor camping equipment & supplies.
Laser Xperts, 3890 S. Evans Blvd. 886-8301
E-mail: mail@laserxperts.com
Sells remanufactured laser toner cartridges as well as used laser printers.
(*) RISE Equipment Recycling Center, 1134 S. Park Ave. 623-7162
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. Fees may apply for recycling of selected electronic items.
(*) Rural Disabled Assistance Foundation, Inc., 795-3150
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
Tax-deductible donations of working computers accepted.
Sims Recycling Solutions (Commercial & large volume only), 820 S. Euclid Ave. 622-7600
Specializes in recycling end-of-life electronics, including computers and cell phones, in a secure facility with an on-site shredder, ensuring data security using environmentally sound processes.
Tucson Clean & Beautiful member.
(*) Teen Challenge, 792-1790
Accepts donations of working computers & accessories as well as many other items.
Tucson/Pima County Household Hazardous Waste Program, 2440 W. Sweetwater Dr. 888-6947
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
Donations of computers and other electronics accepted. Fees may apply for recycling of some items.
Diapers
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A perk of modern living is the choice of using either disposable diapers or reusable 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!
(*) Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona, 4500 E. Speedway Blvd. Suite 75. 325-1400
E-mail: info@diaperbank.org
Accepts any quantity of unused disposable adult and child sized diapers, for distribution to programs and individuals in need.
The Green Pampered Baby, LLC, 829-7029
E-mail: info@thegreenpamperedbaby.com
Offers a variety of cloth diapers and other environmentally friendly baby accessories.
The Next Generation Diaper Service, 3841 N. Oracle Rd. 747-4611
* 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
Accepts unused adult-size disposable diapers.
Ten Tiny Piggies LLC, 271-3530
E-mail: trisha@tentinypiggies.com
Sells a wide variety of reusable washable cloth diapers with easy to use Velcro (R) closures that do not require safety pins. Many sizes and designs are available for ease of use. Products are designed for durability while helping to save money and improve the environment. Also sells diaper covers and other accessories.
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.
Alternative Blasting Choice, 3225 E. Fairmount St. Toll free, 1-877-ECO-BLST (1-877-326-2578)
E-mail: erin@alternativeblastingchoice.com
A carbon-neutral company, which uses reclaimed Carbon Dioxide in a non-abrasive process to clean, restore, and remove buildup on many types of surfaces.
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
Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Sells environmentally friendly pest management products and beneficial insects. Provides consultations and biological control services.
Arizona Lithographers, 351 N. Commerce Park Loop. 622-7667
Offers printing services using low VOC vegetable based inks, and with a selection of postconsumer recycled content paper available. The company also purchases wind power credits to offset 100% of the electricity usage at its facility.
Food Conspiracy Co-op, 412 N. 4th Ave. 624-4821
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.
E-mail: berenice@greenerhomecleaners.com
Innovative Formulations, 1810 S. 6th Ave. 628-1553
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
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
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
E-mail: natasha@originateNBM.com
Sells a variety of natural and environmentally friendly building materials, including paints, flooring, plasters, pigments, insulation, and recycled glass.
Pop-Cycle, 422 N. 4th Ave. 622-3297
Specializes in gifts, home decor and apparel made from recycled & environmentally sustainable materials.
Roof to Ground Rainwater Services, 203-4440
E-mail: rooftoground@gmail.com
Specializes in aesthetically pleasing small capacity rainwater harvesting storage containers.
Spartan Promotional Group, 323-8433
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.
E-mail: info@sustainablebags.net
Whole Foods Community Market
3360 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-9844
7133 N. Oracle Rd. 297-5394
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.
(*) La Frontera Center, Inc., 1210 E. Pennsylvania St. 741-2351
Accepts donations of used eyeglasses.
(*) 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
(*) 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
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