Household Chemical Waste Event
You will need appointments for these!
Date: 1 time per month (check website)
Time: Appointment required
Location: 1311 N. Estes St, Gurnee IL, 60031
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Due to the shutdown SWALCO is limited to accept only the following materials:
- Oil
- Antifreeze
- Flammables:
- Oil-based Paints
- Gasoline
- Solvents
- Flammable Aerosols only
For more information please visit swalco.org
Special Materials Drop-Off Event
Items accepted: Latex paint, Single-Use Propane Cylindars, Fire Extinguishers
You will need an appointment!
Date: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month
Time: Appointment required
Location: 1311 N. Estes St, Gurnee IL, 60031
Click here to schedule your appointment
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SWALCO & University of Illinois Extension Master Gardners Announce 2022 Learning Series
Gardening and food bring people together. They foster a sense of enjoyment, peace, security, health and well-being. More individuals and families are reaching out and interested in learning how to start a garden while others are interesting in learning how to compost. And, for those who are already gardening, perhaps we can help you “up” your gardening game. Whatever your interests, and whether you are a beginner or have some experience, we are here to help! We’ll be offering our second, annual Garden Learning Series for this new year 2022. The series features a number of workshops to help and educate on a variety of topics. The first program will cover seed starting for your garden and of course, we will offer a program dedicated to compost and composting! Workshops will be held the second Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 pm. A list of upcoming topics and workshops can be found on the FLYER. It’s a great time to being your gardening adventures. Registration is free for all, thanks to the grant and work being done. We hope you will join us.
February 9, 2022: Seed Starting for your Garden
March 9, 2022: Succesful Vegetable Gardening
April 13, 2022: Vegetable Gardening…Beyond Basics
May 11, 2022: Composting…How to make the most of it!
June 8, 2022: The Garden is Planted…Now What?
Septmeber 14, 2022: Fall Garden Clean-Up: Putting the Garden to Sleep
For more information visit swalco.org
Recycling Safety
The waste industry is indicating it is operating at nearly full capacity and is still able to provide regular collection for garbage and recyclables. One service that has been impacted throughout Lake County is the collection of bulky items or large items left outside of the garbage container, which will no longer be collected unless the material is placed in a rigid container or plastic bag. The waste industry has told us they made this decision based on the safety of its drivers. For specific information on the status of bulky item collection in your community please check the SWALCO Neighborhood Program Community Website (Green Oaks)
YES – Metal, Paper, Glass, Plastic & Cartons
NO – Plastic Bags, Big Items, Tanglers, Clothing, Food, Liquids, Diapers, Batteries, Needles, Shredded Paper
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