Kirkland Hosts 'Safer Summer' Recycling Events

KIRKLAND, WA — The North Kirkland Community Center will host two recycling events this week, aiming to help residents safely offload materials that can be difficult to dispose of properly.

The upcoming "Safer Summer" events are scheduled for Friday, Aug. 21 and Saturday, Aug. 22.

WHERE: North Kirkland Community Center (12421 103rd Ave. NE)

Information from the city of Kirkland:

9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, August 21 – Safer Electronics + Batteries Recycling event
With City Hall closed to the public, we know that many residents miss our household battery recycling container that is free to use. If you’ve got an accumulation of alkaline batteries taking up space in a closet, this is your chance to dispose of them properly. In addition to batteries, Friday’s event accepts televisions, monitors – LCD and plasma (no CRT), computers, laptops, cell phones and much more. Please see the event flyer for additional details on what is accepted at this event.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, August 22 – Safer Block Styrofoam Recycling Event
This is a great opportunity to get rid of those awkward white Styrofoam packing blocks! Saturday’s event accepts block white Styrofoam, including both coolers and packing blocks. Please make sure that all items are clean and dry, remove any labeling, and peel off all tape. This event will be extremely popular, and we are asking our guests to anticipate a wait. For more information on how to recycle your block Styrofoam, please check out our event calendar, or our event flyer.

Both events are open to all Kirkland residents and businesses. Safety protocols are in place to ensure physical distancing, and all staff and visitors are required to wear face coverings. Guests are asked to remain in their vehicles until it's their turn. Staffers can assist in lifting heavy objects, but visitors should only bring items that require the help of one person.

Find updates on planned recycling events here.