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Upcoming Green Events

Spring 2026 Recyclepalooza: Hazardous Waste, Electronics, Wood, & More Collection Event
Event's details
April 18, 2026-April 18, 2026

Time:08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Location: , Joliet, IL-IL


Collection of nearly all types of electronics and household chemicals, hazardous materials and liquids. Wood, scrap metal, foam, and donations of clothing, toys, cookware. There is a limit of 3 TVs per vehicle, 15 gallons of paint, and ID required. We offer service to all Will County residents and all residents of any communities partially within Will County. Volunteers needed.
 
 (April 18, 2026 08:00 AM - April 18, 2026 02:00 PM)
Repair Cafe - JJC - Romeoville 2026
Event's details
April 18, 2026-April 18, 2026

Time:10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Location: JJC Romeoville Campus, Romeoville, IL-IL


Many items we place in the garbage could be repaired and reused. Joliet Junior College is offering a chance for residents to bring items to a FREE event to explore repair options on Saturday, April 18 at their Romeoville Campus.
 
 (April 18, 2026 10:00 AM - April 18, 2026 03:00 PM)
FREE Shorewood Electronics Only Recycling Event May 2026
Event's details
May 02, 2026-May 02, 2026

Time:08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: A-Team Recyclers Parking Lot, Shorewood, IL-IL


Recycle unwanted electronics and small scrap metal items. No appointment needed. Located near the intersection of Black Rd and Route 59. Please enter from Vertin Blvd, to Capista Drive, and make a right onto Gregory.
 
 (May 02, 2026 08:00 AM - May 02, 2026 12:00 PM)
2026 Textile, Shoe & Home Good Collection
Event's details
May 04, 2026-May 08, 2026

Time:08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Location: County Office Building Parking Lot, Joliet, IL-IL


Textile Collection at the County Office Building PARKING LOT Monday through Friday during normal business hours. This event will accept clean clothing, blankets, tablecloths, linens, drapes, towels, shoes, and more. Bring items for reuse and recycling. See Scott Slocum from WJOL AM1340 on Friday morning 5:30am-9:00am.
 
 (May 04, 2026 08:30 AM - May 08, 2026 04:30 PM)
2026 Textile, Shoe & Home Good Collection
Event's details
May 04, 2026-May 08, 2026

Time:08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Location: County Office Building Parking Lot, Joliet, IL-IL


Textile Collection at the County Office Building PARKING LOT Monday through Friday during normal business hours. This event will accept clean clothing, blankets, tablecloths, linens, drapes, towels, shoes, and more. Bring items for reuse and recycling. See Scott Slocum from WJOL AM1340 on Friday morning 5:30am-9:00am.
 
 (May 04, 2026 08:30 AM - May 08, 2026 04:30 PM)
2026 Textile, Shoe & Home Good Collection
Event's details
May 04, 2026-May 08, 2026

Time:08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Location: County Office Building Parking Lot, Joliet, IL-IL


Textile Collection at the County Office Building PARKING LOT Monday through Friday during normal business hours. This event will accept clean clothing, blankets, tablecloths, linens, drapes, towels, shoes, and more. Bring items for reuse and recycling. See Scott Slocum from WJOL AM1340 on Friday morning 5:30am-9:00am.
 
 (May 04, 2026 08:30 AM - May 08, 2026 04:30 PM)
2026 Textile, Shoe & Home Good Collection
Event's details
May 04, 2026-May 08, 2026

Time:08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Location: County Office Building Parking Lot, Joliet, IL-IL


Textile Collection at the County Office Building PARKING LOT Monday through Friday during normal business hours. This event will accept clean clothing, blankets, tablecloths, linens, drapes, towels, shoes, and more. Bring items for reuse and recycling. See Scott Slocum from WJOL AM1340 on Friday morning 5:30am-9:00am.
 
 (May 04, 2026 08:30 AM - May 08, 2026 04:30 PM)
2026 Textile, Shoe & Home Good Collection
Event's details
May 04, 2026-May 08, 2026

Time:08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Location: County Office Building Parking Lot, Joliet, IL-IL


Textile Collection at the County Office Building PARKING LOT Monday through Friday during normal business hours. This event will accept clean clothing, blankets, tablecloths, linens, drapes, towels, shoes, and more. Bring items for reuse and recycling. See Scott Slocum from WJOL AM1340 on Friday morning 5:30am-9:00am.
 
 (May 04, 2026 08:30 AM - May 08, 2026 04:30 PM)
Plainfield Hazardous Waste, Motor Oil & Electronics Collection Event 2026
Event's details
May 09, 2026-May 09, 2026

Time:08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Location: , Plainfield, IL-IL


Collection of nearly all types of electronics and household chemicals, hazardous materials and liquids. All participants have been asked to make an APPOINTMENT. There is a limit of 3 TVs per vehicle, maximum 15 gallons of paint, and ID required. We offer service to all Will County residents and all residents of any communities partially within Will County.
 
 (May 09, 2026 08:00 AM - May 09, 2026 02:00 PM)
Will County Book Reuse and Recycling Event 2026
Event's details
May 29, 2026-May 31, 2026

Time:09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Location: Plicher Park Nature Center, Joliet, IL-IL


Residents are invited to bring books to share or recycle to this three day event at Pilcher Park in Joliet. This event is FREE of charge and a great place to find children's books as well as many more!. Plicher Park Nature Center
2501 Highland Park Drive
Joliet, IL, 60432
Signs will be posted.
 
 (May 29, 2026 09:00 AM - May 31, 2026 04:00 PM)
Will County Book Reuse and Recycling Event 2026
Event's details
May 29, 2026-May 31, 2026

Time:09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Location: Plicher Park Nature Center, Joliet, IL-IL


Residents are invited to bring books to share or recycle to this three day event at Pilcher Park in Joliet. This event is FREE of charge and a great place to find children's books as well as many more!. Plicher Park Nature Center
2501 Highland Park Drive
Joliet, IL, 60432
Signs will be posted.
 
 (May 29, 2026 09:00 AM - May 31, 2026 04:00 PM)
Will County Book Reuse and Recycling Event 2026
Event's details
May 29, 2026-May 31, 2026

Time:09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Location: Plicher Park Nature Center, Joliet, IL-IL


Residents are invited to bring books to share or recycle to this three day event at Pilcher Park in Joliet. This event is FREE of charge and a great place to find children's books as well as many more!. Plicher Park Nature Center
2501 Highland Park Drive
Joliet, IL, 60432
Signs will be posted.
 
 (May 29, 2026 09:00 AM - May 31, 2026 04:00 PM)

 
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