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REMINDER: Fall 2026 E-CARE on Oct. 17
The fall 2026 Environmental Collection and Recycling (E-CARE) event is happening Saturday, Oct. 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine, at 1425 N. Quincy St. (across from Washington-Liberty High School). This free, biannual event allows Arlington residents to safely dispose of household hazardous materials (HHMs), old electronics and small metal items.
Other accepted items include:
- Bicycles/bike parts collected by Bikes for the World
- Halloween costume donations (see next article for more information)
Find a full list of accepted and unaccepted materials as you prepare for E-CARE. For Arlington residents only, so bring ID or other proof of residence when you check in.
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Swap, Don’t Shop This Halloween
The Solid Waste Bureau is accepting donations of Halloween costumes at 4300 29th St. S. between 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday until Nov. 6, and at the Fall 2026 E-CARE on Oct. 17.
You can also get a “new to you” costume at an upcoming swap event. Note: Donation of costumes is not required to attend swap events. Find more details, including guidelines for donating costumes.
Free Paper Shredding on Oct. 3
Free Monthly Paper Shredding and Inert Material Drop-Off will be on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Here are a few reminders before you bring your paper materials:
- Follow the limit of two boxes (no larger than 18 in. x 11 in. x 10 in.) or two paper bags per customer. Carboard boxes are ideal as they can be broken down and dropped off at the Trades Center’s recycling site after tossing the paper materials.
- Manage your paper waste at home. If your documents do not have personally identifiable information (PII), they can be tossed in the recycling cart for weekly curbside collection.
- Reduce the amount of junk mail you receive at home by signing up for a free Catalog Choice account. Learn more about opting out of junk mail.
Thank you for helping us make Free Monthly Paper Shredding more efficient. Find more information about what's accepted at drop off.
Leaf Collection Starts
Nov. 9
The fall vacuum leaf collection program starts Monday, Nov. 9! Find updates on the Leaf Collection webpage (coming soon!) including the 2026 leaf collection schedule, tips on managing leaves and yard waste, and other details about the program. Keep an eye on your inbox for tips to prepare for leaf collection and scheduled passes.
In addition, note these important dates:
Vacuum Leaf Collection Program: Nov. 9–Dec. 18 (no collection on Nov. 26 – Thanksgiving Day)
Free Paper Yard Waste Bags: Available starting Oct. 26 at select locations (while supplies last)
Christmas Tree Collection & Recycling: Jan. 4–15, 2027
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Pumpkins are Organic, Not Trash
When your spooky gourds are done serving as Halloween décor, remember you can dispose of them in the green organics cart for regular weekly curbside collection, in an on-street food scraps collection bin (small or crushed pumpkins only), or you can bring them to the Solid Waste Bureau at 4300 29th St. S. between 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday to be composted.
Please remove decorations, paint and other inorganic materials from pumpkins before tossing in the green organics cart or an on-street collection bin.
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Give a Helping Hand this Winter Season
Arlington County, in partnership with Volunteer Arlington, is seeking community members who want to make a meaningful difference this winter through the pilot Snow Buddies Program. Volunteer Snow Buddies will be paired with 1-2 older adult or vulnerable neighbors prior to the start of snow season to aid in snow removal efforts.
Learn more and show your interest in volunteering for the Snow Buddies Program by Friday, Oct. 9. Join Arlington County in building a more resilient community!
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