Events

Don’t throw away your broken item – bring it to the Repair Café!  Zero Waste Salem will be hosting a Repair Café on Saturday, February 7 from 9am-12 noon at […]

Zero Waste Salem Free Book Swap returns to the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge Street on Saturday, March 21 from 10:00am-1:00pm! Swapping isn't necessary -- you may donate, take away, or both. We accept ONLY books, CDs, DVDs, records (all in original cases, please), plus puzzles and greeting cards. We are also accepting bags […]

Please be aware that due to an event at the High School, the E-Waste drive-through will be positioned in front of Horace Mann School for 3/28/26. Residents attending E-Waste will be directed to take the first left after turning in toward Salem High School. $20 cash or check, per unit: TVs, Monitors, Microwaves, dehumidifiers, ACs, […]

Don’t throw away your broken item – bring it to the Repair Café!  Zero Waste Salem will be hosting a Repair Café on Saturday, May 16 from 9am-12 noon at the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge Street.  Appointments are required and walk-ins will not be accepted. Pre-registration is required via link (stay tuned for […]

Scheduled date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 - Rain date: June 13, please check here for any updates. This is a fun, free opportunity to swap or donate usable clothing and household items, keeping them from the waste stream. SWAP or simply DROP OFF: Small household appliances in good working condition (can include microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, […]

Styrofoam Recycling Event - Save Your Styrofoam! Saturday, June 20, 2026, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Community Life Center, 401 Bridge St, Salem, MA Salem and Beverly partner once again to host Styrofoam Collection Day on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 10:00am – 1:00pm. Hold on to your foam, as Casella (formerly Save that Stuff) […]

$20 cash or check, per unit: TVs, Monitors, Microwaves, dehumidifiers, ACs, vacuum cleaners. $40 cash or check, per unit: Refrigerators, Exercise Equipment, battery-powered lawn equipment, free-standing electronic devices such as fireplaces, heaters, air hockey tables, etc.   All Other Electronic Items: FREE Including: Computer towers, laptops, tablets, cellphones, small appliances, household electronics including phones, printers, […]

Household Hazardous Waste Day The next Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held at Salem High School Saturday, September 12, 2026 8 am to Noon $30 co-pay per car, cash or check only ** Please remember to bring proof of Salem residency ** HHWD Flyer 2026 HHWD Flyer 2026-Spanish  

Zero Waste Salem Free Book Swap returns on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10:00am-1:00pm! Horace Mann Laboratory School gym (79 Willson St, entrance in rear of building). Swapping isn't necessary -- you may donate, take away, or both. We accept ONLY books, CDs, DVDs, records (all in original cases, please), plus puzzles and greeting cards. […]

Please be aware this event has been CANCELLED due to the weather forecast for Saturday, September 26. Please look out for the next event on Saturday, December 12. Please see here for other recycling options in the meantime: https://greensalem.com/a-z-guide/#electronics 2026 E-Waste Flyer