Calendar Of Events
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VASecuris, CVWMA's electronics recycling contractor, offers an electronics recycling event on the first Saturday of each month in Henrico County. The event is open to anyone in the Greater Richmond area. COVID-19 protocol in place at all times. See the list of fees and accepted items. Location: Securis, 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, Virginia 23228
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VASecuris, CVWMA's electronics recycling contractor, offers an electronics recycling event on the first Saturday of each month in Henrico County. The event is open to anyone in the Greater Richmond area. COVID-19 protocol in place at all times. See the list of fees and accepted items. Location: Securis, 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, Virginia 23228
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VASecuris, CVWMA's electronics recycling contractor, offers an electronics recycling event on the first Saturday of each month in Henrico County. The event is open to anyone in the Greater Richmond area. COVID-19 protocol in place at all times. See the list of fees and accepted items. Location: Securis, 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, Virginia 23228
Richmond E-cycling, Document Shredding & Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Corner of Arthur Ashe Blvd & Robin Hood Rd 1700 Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VAThe City of Richmond will host a collection event for electronics, document shredding and household hazardous waste Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 1710 Robin Hood Road. The event is for city residents only. Proof of residency is required. Accepted items: Household hazardous waste Bug spray, rodent poison and herbicides (Roundup, Weed... Read More
Composting Made Easy
Chesterfield Cooperative Extension 9501 Lori Road, Chesterfield, VAJoin Chesterfield Master Gardeners and Master Composters for an informative session about home composting. Learn how to make beneficial compost for your garden and yard — and send less waste to the landfill. Open to residents of all localities. Registration fee: $35 Call 804-751-4401 to register. Fee must be paid to hold a spot. All... Read More
Chesterfield County Shred & E-cycling Event
Chesterfield County Fairgrounds 10300 Courthouse Road, ChesterfieldThis event will be at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. County residents may bring up to two small boxes or three grocery bags of personal papers per person for shredding. Fees apply for electronics recycling. TVs are charged based on size: Less than or equal to 27 inches –$25 Over 27 inches – $30 Other electronics range from $5 – $25 Hard drive, cell... Read More
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VACVWMA's electronics recycling contractor, Securis, hosts an electronics recycling collection on the first Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at 8419 Glazebrook Ave, Henrico. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items. For a list of accepted items, fees and more details, visit https://securis.com/event/e-recycling-near-richmond-va/2022-10-01/.... Read More
POSTPONED: Middle James Roundtable Annual Meeting
The Middle James Roundtable Annual Meeting is opportunity to learn about river-focused projects and happenings within the Middle James watershed, which stretches from Amherst County to Charles City County. The 2022 meeting will be Oct. 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Miller Center, 301 Grove St., Lynchburg, VA. Register through the MJRT Constant Contact... Read More
Henrico County Shred It to Protect It
Henrico County Western Government Center 4301 E. Parham Road, Henrico, VAHenrico County Police Department will hold its "Shred It to Protect It" event on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, at the Western Government Center, 4301 E. Parham Road. Henrico County residents may bring electronics for recycling (fees apply) and documents for shredding. For fees, accepted items and more information, visit the county's website: https://henrico.us/calendar/shred-it-to-protect-it-2/
Hopewell Citywide Cleanup
Hopewell residents are encouraged to clean up around their homes and streets during the city's Fall Citywide Cleanup Oct. 15-22. The Citizen's Convenience Center, 507 Station St., will be open from 12:30 until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday. Hopewell residents may dispose of trash at no charge at... Read More
¡Virginia Fiesta!
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W. Broad St., Richmond, VAThe Science Museum of Virginia and Radio Poder 1380AM are collaborating to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. ¡Virginia Fiesta! is a day-long celebration of science and culture highlighting the contributions of the Hispanic community in Virginia. The event will include a community fair, vendors, food trucks, cultural performances, live demos, workshops and more. CVWMA will host... Read More
New Kent Electronics Recycling & Document Shredding
New Kent County will host an electronics recycling and document shredding event on Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the New Kent County Courthouse, 12007 Courthouse Circle. This event is open to New Kent residents only. For more information, call 804-389-0080.
Living Water Community Center Fall Festival
Living Water Community Center 1000 Westover Hill Blvd., Richmond, VAJoin the Living Water Community Center for a day of celebrating the fall season. There will be activities for all ages, including yoga, tree planting, art, Qi Gong, hula hooping, food trucks and vendors. CVWMA will host a table at this event. More information is available at https://www.livingwaterrva.com/fallfestival.
Composting Made Easy
Chesterfield Cooperative Extension 9501 Lori Road, Chesterfield, VAJoin Chesterfield Master Gardeners and Master Composters for an informative session about home composting. Learn how to make beneficial compost for your garden and yard — and send less waste to the landfill. Open to residents of all localities. Registration fee: $35 Call 804-751-4401 to register. Fee must be paid to hold a spot. All... Read More
Hanover County Household Hazardous Waste & Document Shredding Event
Mechanicsville Convenience Center 7427 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VAHanover County will host a household hazardous waste collection and document shredding event at the Mechanicsville Convenience Center, 7427 Verdi Lane, on Nov. 5 from 8 a.m. until noon. Residents may bring up to 5 gallons of household hazardous waste for free disposal. This includes auto fluids, aerosols, household cleaners, oil-based paints, pesticides and herbicides.... Read More
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VACVWMA's electronics recycling contractor, Securis, hosts an electronics recycling collection on the first Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at 8419 Glazebrook Ave, Henrico. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items. For a list of accepted items, fees and more details, visit https://securis.com/event/e-recycling-near-richmond-va/2022-11-05/.
Hanover County Electronics Recycling Collection
Mechanicsville Convenience Center 7427 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VAHanover County will host an electronics recycling collection on Nov. 12 from 8 a.m. until noon at the Mechanicsville Convenience Center, 7427 Verdi Lane. Fees apply for some items. Visit the county's website for details. This event is open to Hanover County or Town of Ashland residents only.
Goochland Tire Amnesty and Paper Shredding
Goochland County will offer residents a special tire amnesty and paper shredding event on Dec. 3, 2022, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Old Fairground property (intersection of Fairground and Sandy Hook roads). Up to 10 tires will be collected per resident. Tires larger than those on a standard size pickup truck will not... Read More
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VACVWMA's electronics recycling contractor, Securis, hosts an electronics recycling collection on the first Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at 8419 Glazebrook Ave, Henrico. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items. For a list of accepted items, fees and more details, visit https://securis.com/event/e-recycling-near-richmond-va/2022-12-03/
Real Christmas Tree Recycling
Many CVWMA member localities are offering free Christmas tree recycling. Programs are open to residents of the host locality only. Remove all ornaments, lights, tinsel and hardware before dropping off a tree for recycling.
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VAElectronics recycler Securis hosts an e-cycling collection on the first Saturday of each month. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items.
City of Richmond Bring One for the Chipper
Corner of Arthur Ashe Blvd & Robin Hood Rd 1700 Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VACity of Richmond residents may recycle their real Christmas trees for free at this drive-through event. There will also be electronics recycling (fees apply), document shredding and household hazardous waste recycling.
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VAElectronics recycler Securis hosts an e-cycling collection on the first Saturday of each month. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items.
Powhatan Recycling Day
Fighting Creek Park 2505 Mann Road, Powhatan, VATires and appliances will be accepted for recycling. Free Freon removal and mercury switches recycled. Open to Powhatan County residents only.
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VAElectronics recycler Securis hosts an e-cycling collection on the first Saturday of each month. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items.
Chesterfield County Electronics Recycling and Document Shredding
Westchester Commons 361 Perimeter Drive, Midlothian, VAChesterfield County will host a shredding and electronics recycling event Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Westchester Commons, 361 Perimeter Dr., Midlothian. This event is open to Chesterfield residents only. Bring up to 2 small boxes or 3 grocery bags of documents for free shredding. Fees apply for some electronics recycling.
New Kent Recycling and Document Shredding Event
New Kent County Administration Building 12007 Courthouse Circle, New Kent, VARecycling of tires (no rims), electronics, eyeglasses and hearing aids, as well as paper shredding. Also a food and fund drive for New Kent Animal Shelter. This is a rain or shine event. Open to New Kent residents only.
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VAElectronics recycler Securis hosts an e-cycling collection on the first Saturday of each month. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items.
Hanover County Recycling Event
Mechanicsville Convenience Center 7427 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VAHanover County residents may bring household hazardous waste for special recycling and documents for shredding.
Prince George Clean Community Day
Prince George County Government Center 6600 Courthouse Road, Prince George, VACounty residents may dispose of a variety of items without charge at the Prince George Police Department Parking Lot or the Prince George Convenience Center.
Hopewell 2023 Citywide Spring Cleanup
Citizen Convenience Center 507 Station Road, HopewellHopewell Citywide Spring Cleanup is a time for residents to clean up streets and neighborhoods. The city convenience center also offers extended hours during the week.
Chesterfield County Earth Day Festival
Chesterfield County Fairgrounds 10300 Courthouse Road, ChesterfieldEnjoy outdoor activities while learning about ways to be environmentally friendly in Chesterfield. Entertainment, food trucks, recycling vendors, onsite large trucks and live demonstrations.
Pop Up Stop Earth Day Event
Monroe Park 620 W Main St, Richmond, VALearn about the issue of textile waste during this pop-up event. Activities will be in two spots: Monroe Park and behind the VCU Pollak Building.
Powhatan Earth Day Festival
Powhatan Courthouse Village Green 3880 Old Buckingham Rd, Powhatan, VAThe Powhatan Earth Day Festival will include exhibits, children's activities, kettle corn and more.
RVA Earth Day Festival
Bryan Park 4308 Hermitage Road, RichmondThis year’s Earth Day festival features local vendors from RVA Big Market, Studio Two Three, live music, local food and drink and free demonstrations all day long.
Cover Your Load and Keep Trash Off The Road
Visit a Goochland County convenience center on April 22 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and receive a free cargo net for a truck or trailer.
Composting Made Easy
Chesterfield Cooperative Extension 9501 Lori Road, Chesterfield, VAJoin Chesterfield Master Gardeners and Master Composters for an informative session about home composting. Learn how to make beneficial compost for your garden and yard — and send less waste to the landfill. Open to residents of all localities. Registration is $35. Call 804-751-4401 to register. Fee must be paid to hold a spot. All attendees receive a GeoBin composter.
Henrico County Earth Day Festival
Deep Run Park 9900 Ridgefield Parkway, RichmondHenrico County's free, family-friendly Earth Day festival will feature live music and activities, including face painting, seed planting, inflatables and a sensory-friendly activity tent. Food trucks will have refreshments available for purchase. The festival, hosted by the Division of Recreation and Parks and Keep Henrico Beautiful, also will offer opportunities to learn about sustainability initiatives and resources available in Henrico, including energy efficiency, residential solar, electric vehicles, recycling and preserving green space, air quality and more. Tech For Troops will collect retired technology that will be refurbished to help veterans in need. A list of equipment that will be accepted is at https://techfortroops.org/donations/.
Shred It To Protect It
Henrico County Eastern Government Center 3820 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VAHenrico County Public Utilities and Henrico County Police Department will host a document shredding and electronics recycling event. Document shredding is free. Fees apply to recycle some electronics.
Colonial Heights Drug Take-Back Event
1221 Boulevard, Colonial Heights, VA 1221 Boulevard, Colonial HeightsColonial Heights Police Department will accept unused medications for safe disposal. No syringes or sharps. The event will be held in the parking lot of Life Christian Academy.
Recycling Event at Stony Point Fashion Park
Stony Point Fashion Park 9200 Stony Point Pkwy, Richmond, VirginiaBring old documents for secure shredding to Stony Point Fashion Park. Plus, learn about recycling and green tips from CVWMA and the Richmond Clean City Commission.
Goochland County Document Shredding
Reynolds Community College 1851 Dickenson Road, GoochlandGoochland County residents can bring up to five bankers boxes per person for secure document shredding. Must show proof of Goochland County residency. Paper clips and staples do not have to be removed, but plastic binding must be removed.
Electronics Recycling
Securis Richmond 8419 Glazebrook Ave., Henrico, VAElectronics recycler Securis hosts an e-cycling collection on the first Saturday of each month. The drive-through event is open to all residents of Central Virginia. Fees apply for some items.
City of Richmond E-Cycling, Paper Shredding and Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Broad Rock Sports Complex 4825 Old Warwick Road, Richmond, VACity residents may bring old electronics to recycle (some fees apply), documents to shred and household hazardous waste to be recycled.
Composting Made Easy
Chesterfield Cooperative Extension 9501 Lori Road, Chesterfield, VAJoin Chesterfield Master Gardeners and Master Composters for an informative session about home composting. Learn how to make beneficial compost for your garden and yard — and send less waste to the landfill. Open to residents of all localities. Registration is $35. Call 804-751-4401 to register. Fee must be paid to hold a spot. All attendees receive a GeoBin composter.