Local Events
Electronics Recycling Drop-off
As part of the Neighborhood Super Sale on Sept. 19, we'll have Free Geek running an Electrnoics Recycling Drop-off! They accept:
Electronic Musical equipment
Networking equipment (routers, switches, etc.)
CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes (original media only)
Alkaline batteries
*NOT ACCEPTED: light bulbs, lithium batteries, appliances (no microwaves, mini fridges, etc.)
Computers (laptops, desktops, etc.)
Computer parts + peripherals (CPU, RAM, storage, expansion cards, mice, cams, keyboards, cables + chargers)
Video games + consoles
Mobile phones and Tablets
A.V. + stereo equipment
Free Geek Electronics Recycling Drop-off
Saturday, Sept. 19 · 8:30 AM – 1 PM
St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church, South Parking Lot (3450 Irving Ave S)
Free Geek Twin Cities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, part of a network of Free Geek organizations throughout the country. Since 2010, our team has endeavored to keep electronics out of landfills through sustainable electronics reuse, providing technology access and digital literacy education to our community in the Twin Cities and beyond.
Neighborhood Super Sale
100+ sales across six neighborhoods—find new treasures at the 2026 Neighborhood Super Sale!
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
Join East Bde Maka Ska’s Green Team and neighbors for Lake Cleanup!
Holiday Decor Swap
From Hennepin County:
Early drop off begins at 10 a.m. (no swapping). Final items accepted at 1:30 p.m.
What to expect
No registration required.
Anyone can participate, and kids are welcome.
You do not need to bring items to take items; everything is free.
Drop off items at the welcome table where volunteers will check, weigh, and sort your items.
Staff and volunteers are unable to help with unloading or loading items in attendee vehicles.
Be kind. Take what you can use, leave items for other swappers.
Some items brought into the swap may be held and set out later, so that there are items available throughout the event.
What to bring
Any items you wish to leave for others at the swap. Items should be clean and in good working condition.
A bag or box to carry home your new-to-you items.
Not Accepted
Broken, ripped, or stained items
Clothing
Costumes
Large Christmas trees (anything over 3 feet)
Large items that cannot be carried by one person
Accepted
Candles (new or mostly unused)
Candle holders, including menorahs and kinaras (not heavily waxed)
Centerpieces
Garland
Fake flowers and fruit centerpieces
Hanging/wall decor
Ornaments
Reusable gift wrap and bags (cloth)
Seasonal tableware (plates, mugs, serving dishes)
Single-use gift wrap, ribbons, bows
Small Christmas trees (tabletop, up to 3 feet tall)
Stockings
String lights (working)
Tablecloths (no major stains or holes)
Tabletop decor
Trick-or-treat buckets
Wreaths
Holiday Decor Swap
Saturday, Sept. 26 • 12 – 2 PM
Eden Prairie Community Center (16700 Valley View Rd)
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, Nov. 14 • 12–4 PM
Central Lutheran Church (333 S 12th St)
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, Dec. 12 • 12–4 PM
Mt Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth (12235 Old Rockford Rd)
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join East Isles’ Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
School Supplies Swap
From Hennepin County:
Early drop off is available (no swapping) on Friday, August 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. Remaining items will be donated to Hennepin County schools and after-school programs. Participating Hennepin County Library locations will also be accepting early drop offs from August 1 through 13. Look for a collection container or ask a librarian where to bring your donation.
Participating Hennepin Co. Libraries
Accepted
3-ring binders (1-inch only)
Backpacks (working zippers, no rips/tears/stains)
Calculators (working)
Erasers
Flashcards (in original box)
Glue, including glue sticks, hot glue/glue guns, and white school glue
Headphones (over-ear only, no earbuds)
Notebooks, including lined and composition (50+ unused pages, used pages removed)
Paint, including watercolor, tempera
Paper, including lined, graphing, construction, cardstock
Pencil cases/boxes
Pencil sharpeners
Pipe cleaners
Pocket folders (no logos)
Rulers, protractors, compasses
Scissors
Tape, including Scotch™, packing, masking
Tissue paper
Writing and coloring utensils, including pens, pencils, markers, crayons
*Not accepted: Broken, excessively worn, stained, or dirty items
School Supplies Swap
Saturday, Aug. 15 • 12–2:30 PM
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church (5025 Knox Avenue S)
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
Join East Bde Maka Ska’s Green Team and neighbors for Lake Cleanup!
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join East Isles’ Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
Join East Bde Maka Ska’s Green Team and neighbors for Lake Cleanup!
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, July 11 • 12–4 PM
Westminster Presbyterian Church (1200 Marquette Ave)
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join East Isles’ Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
Join East Bde Maka Ska’s Green Team and neighbors for Lake Cleanup!
Fix-It Clinic
From Hennepin County:
Get help with your broken stuff and learn valuable repair skills at free Fix-It Clinics! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot, and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics, mobile devices and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash.
Hennepin County Fix-it Clinic
Saturday, June 13 • 12–4 PM
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church (5025 Knox Ave S)
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join East Isles’ Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Bde Maka Ska Cleanup
Join East Bde Maka Ska’s Green Team and neighbors for Lake Cleanup!
Lake of the Isles Cleanup
Join East Isles’ Green Team and neighbors for a Lake of the Isles Cleanup!
Garden Tool Swap
Gather unused yard tools, planters, garden decor, books, seeds, and more, and share them with neighbors at this swap.
