October 25, 2025
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Library Meeting Rooms A and B
1 Library Avenue
Millbrae, CA 94030

This is a community collection event where you can bring unwanted electronics and clothing. Usable items are donated for reuse, while non-functional or worn materials are responsibly recycled. This reduces landfill waste, conserves resources, and promotes sustainable disposal practices.

Items accepted include:

  • Clothing, shoes, accessories (e.g., scarves, ties, and hats)
  • Computers (CPUs), monitors, laptops, keyboards, and hard drives
  • Electronic video games and toys
  • Fax machines, copiers, printers, and scanners
  • Phones and cell phones
  • Radio and stereo components
  • Small appliances: microwaves, hairdryers, vacuum cleaners, lamps (without bulbs), etc.
  • Televisions, VCRs, and DVD players
  • Towels, decorative pillows, blankets, comforters, and curtains

Items NOT accepted include:

  • Batteries of any kind
  • Fluorescent lightbulbs, tubes, and ballasts
  • Large appliances, such as stoves, dryers, washing machines, and air conditioners
  • Refrigerators and other items containing freon (from water and wine coolers), etc.
  • Smoke detectors
  • Solar panels
  • Thermostats
  • Bed sheets and bed pillows
  • Dirty clothing

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