Rosemont-based engineering firm The Burke Group is hosting its seventh annual community recycle and donation event from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday, in the parking lot of 9575 W. Higgins Road in Rosemont.
The event allows area residents and employees to get rid of unwanted items in a responsible, environmentally friendly way. Reliable recycling and community-based donation services are being provided by Abt Electronics and the Salvation Army.
Acceptable items include: electronics (no televisions); linens/blankets/towels; batteries; furniture; appliances; household goods/kitchenware; clothing items, gloves and hats; books; Styrofoam (pure white only); and CDs and DVDs.
Items not accepted: hazardous waste; televisions; light bulbs; TV consoles/armoires; medical items/needles; baby furniture; car batteries; smoke detectors.
