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Pics in the Parks at Jamaica Pond Park

The free Pics in the Parks photography workshop will take place April 9 at 3 p.m. in Jamaica Plain.

April 9, 2017
Event Date2017-04-09T15:00:00 - 2017-04-09T16:00:00

Bring your camera on a search for unique features in Boston's Parks, led by a photography instructor. Select photos will be highlighted in a Boston City Hall photo gallery.  

This workshop will take place at Jamaica Pond Park in Jamaica Plain. To RSVP for this workshop, please email Mavick Afonso at mavrick.afonso@boston.gov.

April 9, 2017
Event Date2017-04-09T15:00:00 - 2017-04-09T16:00:00

Free household electronics recycling event

We have a list of materials we will and won't accept at this event below.

May 6, 2017
  • 9:00am - 2:00pm
  • Public Works Yard
    400 Frontage Road
    South Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Public Works
  • 617-635-4500
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-05-06T09:00:00 - 2017-05-06T14:00:00

If you have a question about a specific item and don't see it listed below, please contact BOS:311 at 311 or 617-635-4500.

Please keep in mind:

This event is for Boston residents only. We don't take commercial material from businesses.

May 6, 2017
  • 9:00am - 2:00pm
  • Public Works Yard
    400 Frontage Road
    South Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Public Works
  • 617-635-4500
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
    Environment and green living
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-05-06T09:00:00 - 2017-05-06T14:00:00

Materials you can and can't recycle

We will accept these electronic materials:
  • computers (including desktops, towers, laptops, and tablets)
  • LCD flat panel monitors
  • printers (including inkjets, laserjets, copiers, and scanners)
  • networking equipment (including switches, routers, and servers)
  • UPS batteries, laptop batteries, and cell phone batteries
  • audio and video equipment (including VHS players, DVD players, and stereos)
  • telephones (including cellphones and office phones)
  • other electronic accessories (including keyboards, mice, cables, and wires), and
  • washers and dryers.
Materials we will not accept include:
  • televisions (all types)
  • CRT monitors, and
  • all other appliances not mentioned already.

Please contact 311 or call 617-635-4500 to confirm that we will take your electronic item.

Pics In The Parks at Millennium Park

The free Pics in the Parks photography workshop will take place April 2 at 3 p.m. in West Roxbury.

April 2, 2017
Event Date2017-04-02T15:00:00 - 2017-04-02T16:00:00

Bring your camera on a search for unique features in Boston's Parks, led by a photography instructor. Select photos will be highlighted in a Boston City Hall photo gallery.  

To RSVP for this workshop, please email Mavick Afonso at mavrick.afonso@boston.gov. 

April 2, 2017
Event Date2017-04-02T15:00:00 - 2017-04-02T16:00:00

Pics in the Parks at LoPresti Park

The free Pics in the Parks photography workshop will take place March 26 at 3 p.m. in East Boston.

March 26, 2017
Event Date2017-03-26T15:00:00 - 2017-03-26T16:00:00

Bring your camera on a search for unique features in Boston's Parks, led by a photography instructor. Select photos will be highlighted in a Boston City Hall photo gallery.  

To RSVP for this workshop, please email Mavick Afonso at mavrick.afonso@boston.gov.

March 26, 2017
Event Date2017-03-26T15:00:00 - 2017-03-26T16:00:00

Renew Boston Energy Efficiency Workshop: South Boston

Take control of your energy bills and save money at no-cost! Come to a valuable presentation courtesy of Renew Boston, Mayor Walsh's premier residential energy efficiency program.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T10:00:00 - 2017-05-06T12:00:00

All Boston renters, homeowners, and landlords of one- to four-unit buildings are welcome. Learn about how Renew Boston and state-funded Mass Save have teamed up to save Boston residents money by lowering their energy bills.

Topics include:

1. How to sign up for a no-cost home energy visit where residents receive the following AT NO-COST:

  • Replacement of all light bulbs to efficient LED bulbs
  • Installation of a programmable thermostat
  • "Smart" energy saving power strips
  • Low-flow shower head and faucet aerators 
  • Custom energy report with tips on how to lower energy bills even further

The no-cost measures listed above will instantly slash your monthly utility bills.

2. 75-90% off insulation projects that will help your home retain its temperature in winter and summer.

3. Generous rebates to upgrade your heating system, hot water equipment, and appliances.

4. Opportunity to apply for 0% interest HEAT loan to complete upgrades and other projects involving wiring  and asbestos removal.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T10:00:00 - 2017-05-06T12:00:00

Renew Boston Energy Efficiency Workshop: Brighton

Take control of your energy bills and save money at no-cost! Come to a valuable presentation courtesy of Renew Boston, Mayor Walsh's premier residential energy efficiency program.

April 29, 2017
Event Date2017-04-29T10:00:00 - 2017-04-29T11:30:00

All Boston renters, homeowners, and landlords of one- to four-unit buildings are welcome. Learn about how Renew Boston and state-funded Mass Save have teamed up to save Boston residents money by lowering their energy bills.

Topics include:

1. How to sign up for a no-cost home energy visit where residents receive the following AT NO-COST:

  • Replacement of all light bulbs to efficient LED bulbs
  • Installation of a programmable thermostat
  • "Smart" energy saving power strips
  • Low-flow shower head and faucet aerators 
  • Custom energy report with tips on how to lower energy bills even further

The no-cost measures listed above will instantly slash your monthly utility bills.

2. 75-90% off insulation projects that will help your home retain its temperature in winter and summer.

3. Generous rebates to upgrade your heating system, hot water equipment, and appliances.

4. Opportunity to apply for 0% interest HEAT loan to complete upgrades and other projects involving wiring  and asbestos removal.

April 29, 2017
Event Date2017-04-29T10:00:00 - 2017-04-29T11:30:00

Recycle your clothing and textiles

Broken zippers? Missing buttons? Stained? As long as it’s dry and not moldy, we want it.

October 7, 2017
Event Date2017-10-07T09:00:00 - 2017-10-07T14:00:00

Did you know that about six percent of solid waste is textiles? At our recycling events, we take everything, including pants, coats, hats, and suits. We have a full list of what we'll take below.

Please keep in mind:

We will not take carpets, rugs, oil rags, mattresses, or wet or mildewed items.

October 7, 2017
Event Date2017-10-07T09:00:00 - 2017-10-07T14:00:00

What we take at our events

  • Pants
  • Shorts
  • Shirts
  • Pajamas
  • T-shirts
  • Jerseys
  • Sweatshirts and pants
  • Sweaters
  • Jeans
  • Dresses
  • Skirts
  • Coats
  • Jackets
  • Suits
  • Scarves
  • Undergarments and bras
  • Shoes (singles too!)
  • Flip Flops
  • Slippers
  • Belts
  • Ties
  • Backpacks, book bags
  • Hats
  • Socks (singles too!)
  • Purses
  • Comforters
  • Sheets
  • Blankets
  • Pillows
  • Pillow cases
  • Curtains and draperies
  • Table linens
  • Stuffed animals

Recycle your clothing and textiles

Broken zippers? Missing buttons? Stained? As long as it’s dry and not moldy, we want it.

August 19, 2017
Event Date2017-08-19T09:00:00 - 2017-08-19T14:00:00

Did you know that about six percent of solid waste is textiles? At our recycling events, we take everything, including pants, coats, hats, and suits. We have a full list of what we'll take below.

Please keep in mind:

We will not take carpets, rugs, oil rags, mattresses, or wet or mildewed items.

August 19, 2017
Event Date2017-08-19T09:00:00 - 2017-08-19T14:00:00

What we take at our events

  • Pants
  • Shorts
  • Shirts
  • Pajamas
  • T-shirts
  • Jerseys
  • Sweatshirts and pants
  • Sweaters
  • Jeans
  • Dresses
  • Skirts
  • Coats
  • Jackets
  • Suits
  • Scarves
  • Undergarments and bras
  • Shoes (singles too!)
  • Flip Flops
  • Slippers
  • Belts
  • Ties
  • Backpacks, book bags
  • Hats
  • Socks (singles too!)
  • Purses
  • Comforters
  • Sheets
  • Blankets
  • Pillows
  • Pillow cases
  • Curtains and draperies
  • Table linens
  • Stuffed animals

Recycle your clothing and textiles

Broken zippers? Missing buttons? Stained? As long as it’s dry and not moldy, we want it.

July 22, 2017
Event Date2017-07-22T09:00:00 - 2017-07-22T14:00:00

Did you know that about six percent of solid waste is textiles? At our recycling events, we take everything, including pants, coats, hats, and suits. We have a full list of what we'll take below.

Please keep in mind:

We will not take carpets, rugs, oil rags, mattresses, or wet or mildewed items.

July 22, 2017
Event Date2017-07-22T09:00:00 - 2017-07-22T14:00:00

What we take at our events

  • Pants
  • Shorts
  • Shirts
  • Pajamas
  • T-shirts
  • Jerseys
  • Sweatshirts and pants
  • Sweaters
  • Jeans
  • Dresses
  • Skirts
  • Coats
  • Jackets
  • Suits
  • Scarves
  • Undergarments and bras
  • Shoes (singles too!)
  • Flip Flops
  • Slippers
  • Belts
  • Ties
  • Backpacks, book bags
  • Hats
  • Socks (singles too!)
  • Purses
  • Comforters
  • Sheets
  • Blankets
  • Pillows
  • Pillow cases
  • Curtains and draperies
  • Table linens
  • Stuffed animals

Recycle your clothing and textiles

Broken zippers? Missing buttons? Stained? As long as it’s dry and not moldy, we want it.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T09:00:00 - 2017-05-06T14:00:00

Did you know that about six percent of solid waste is textiles? At our recycling events, we take everything, including pants, coats, hats, and suits. We have a full list of what we'll take below.

Please keep in mind:

We will not take carpets, rugs, oil rags, mattresses, or wet or mildewed items.

May 6, 2017
Event Date2017-05-06T09:00:00 - 2017-05-06T14:00:00

What we take at our events

  • Pants
  • Shorts
  • Shirts
  • Pajamas
  • T-shirts
  • Jerseys
  • Sweatshirts and pants
  • Sweaters
  • Jeans
  • Dresses
  • Skirts
  • Coats
  • Jackets
  • Suits
  • Scarves
  • Undergarments and bras
  • Shoes (singles too!)
  • Flip Flops
  • Slippers
  • Belts
  • Ties
  • Backpacks, book bags
  • Hats
  • Socks (singles too!)
  • Purses
  • Comforters
  • Sheets
  • Blankets
  • Pillows
  • Pillow cases
  • Curtains and draperies
  • Table linens
  • Stuffed animals
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