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Wayland Cleans Up! Annual Roadside Trash Pick Up

Volunteers needed for fun event with great impact!

On Saturday, April 7, join the movement to clean up roadside trash in Wayland at the annual Clean Up event.

Stop by one of two stations, at the Cochituate Ball Field (40 West Plain Street) or at the Department of Public Works (66 River Road), between 10 AM and 2 PM to picks up free bags, gloves, and instructions. Sort recyclables and trash. For large or hazardous items, email us and we will arrange a pick up. Drop off “collections” at the Wayland Transfer Station (484 Boston Post Road) before 3:30 PM.

All are welcome! Wear bright colors, insect repellent, sunscreen, hats. Take selfies and share on social media. The rain date is Saturday, April 14. If in doubt, check www.transitionwayland.org, or subscribe to MassEnergize at www.massenergize.org.

Want to help at stations? Have a truck? Email us at info@transitionwayland.org.

Interested in more Spring Greening efforts in Wayland? On April 7, at the Wayland DPW, you’ll also be able to pick up pre-ordered compost bins and rain barrels, and hear more about CityCompost’s door-to-door organic waste pick up and compost delivery program. There will also be a compost workshop at the Library on March 27. And there’s textile recycling, Freecycling… Visit www.MassEnergize.org and, after choosing “Wayland”, select “Spring Greening”!

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