Maybe you missed spring cleaning, or summer saw you take on too much clutter. In any case, events on both sides of the state line offer opportunities to shed some mess.
If you have recyclable items, Kansas City, MO, is hosting an Un-Dumpster Day at Arrowhead Stadium, complete with KC Wolf and the Chiefs Cheerleaders. Donated items support local charities like Literacy KC and PC’s for People. If you are in KCMO with large trash items that can’t be recycled or want to look at other drop-off dates, go to kcmo.gov/city-hall/departments/trash.
Meanwhile, in Kansas City, KS, the Unified Government is hosting the WyCo Dumpster Days for KCK residents to shed bulky trash items. The UG also recently hosted an Un-Dumpster Day. To look for future un-dumpster dates in KCK, go to reusefull.com. For residents looking to dispose of yard waste, storm debris, and glass or paper recycling, the Recycling & Yard Waste Center at 3241 Park Drive, Kansas City, KS, offers no-charge options. The center operates from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thurs to Sat until Nov. 26.
Un-Dumpster Day in KCMO
Sat, October 7
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Gate 3 Lot L
Un-Dumpster Day in Kansas City, Missouri, is a collaborative effort between local nonprofits and the Kansas City Chiefs as part of their “Going the Extra Yard for the Environment” initiative. The event encourages residents to bring still-good clothing, furniture, household items, and more to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Accepted Items Include:
Small/Large Appliances
Arts & Crafts Supplies
Baby Supplies
Bicycles
Books & Magazines
Building Materials
Cars or Vans in great condition
Children’s Books
New Children’s Coats (ages 3-18)
Coats of all sizes and winter wear
Clothing
Computers & Technology
Electronics
Fabric, Notions, Patterns
Furniture
Gardening Equipment
Home Decor
Hygiene Products
Kitchenware
Linens
Mattresses
Medical Supplies and Equipment
Musical Instruments
Music – Records, CDs, Tapes
Non-Perishable Food Items
Office Supplies
Pet Supplies
School Supplies
Sports Equipment
Tools
Toys, Games & Puzzles
Working Sewing Machines
WyCo Dumpster Days
October 13 – 14
8 a.m. to Noon
Indian Springs, 47th & Orville, Kansas City, KS
WyCo Dumpster Days, organized by the Unified Government’s Public Works Department, offers residents of Wyandotte County the opportunity to responsibly dispose of electronics waste for a fee and bulky items like old mattresses and furniture for free.
Items Accepted Include:
Electronics recycling
Mattresses
Furniture
Refrigerators
General appliances
Fixtures
Microwaves
Freezers
Televisions
For certain electronic items, fees are applicable:
CRT Computer Screens: $40
LCD/Flat Screen TVs: $20
CRT TVs: $40
Please note that cash only with exact change is required for these fees. For a complete list of accepted electronics recycling items, visit wycokck.org/DumpsterDays.
Items that cannot be accepted at WyCo Dumpster Days include hazardous waste, paint, yard waste, batteries, storm debris, food waste, medical waste, glass & plastics recycling, tires, and construction or demolition materials.
