Plainfield Township is offering their first Pumpkin Smash event on Sat, Nov 4, 2023 from 9am to Noon and everyone is welcome to attend. Bring a "clean" pumpkin, gourd or squash for some family fun. Participants will take turns tossing their jack-o-lanterns in the air and watching them smash into small pieces that will be taken to be composted, returning all those nutrients to the Earth.

Will County and Lewis University have partnered to offer the 7th annual Will County collection of pumpkins for recycling. From 9am to Noon on Saturday, Nov. 4, students, parents, and residents are encouraged to bring their pumpkins and gourds! Lewis Physics Club will be operating Catapults! The Farm Bureau and Unv of IL Ext office will be offering composting info and Document Destruction service will also be offered. Electronics recycling will also be offered.

Will County's Recycling Specialist and past-president of the Illinois Recycling Foundation will be offering a presentation covering curbside collection, drop-off and hazardous item services for all interested residents. Bring your questions, even a photo of an item you just can't figure out to determine the best options.

Holiday lights that are no longer working may be dropped off for recycling at three County locations from December 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024.Please be aware that we are accepting string lights ONLY. No stand alone LEDs, CFLs, or other fluorescent lights.

Holiday lights that are no longer working may be dropped off for recycling at three County locations from December 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024.Please be aware that we are accepting string lights ONLY. No stand alone LEDs, CFLs, or other fluorescent lights.