Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission Hosts Fall Freecycling Day on October 17, 2026

East Brunswick, N.J. — The Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission (EBEC) will host Fall Freecycling Day on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road.

This community-wide event encourages residents to reuse items and reduce waste sent to landfills. Residents may drop off items from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and browse available items from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Residents are encouraged to bring usable items they no longer need and may take items donated by others. There is no charge to participate in this “free trade” event. All items must be offered at no cost and taken for personal use, not for resale.

Recommended items include gently used clothing, shoes, bicycles, fish tanks, dishes, pots and pans, toys, musical instruments, silverware, small appliances, hand and power tools, kitchen and garage items, electronics, and pet supplies. Boxed toys, games, and anything with small parts should be taped shut.

Items that cannot be accepted include mattresses, televisions, computer monitors, paints, VHS tapes, computer discs, pesticides, tires, toiletries, unframed mirrors, batteries, food, and hazardous materials. Large furniture, heavy appliances or machinery, and trash cans will not be accepted. Residents should recycle or dispose of trash cans according to the township’s guidelines. The Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission reserves the right to reject any unsuitable items. Additional details about the event can be found on the organization’s website.

Volunteers are needed for all shifts, including cleanup after 2 p.m. Those interested may sign up using the volunteer form.

Freecycling Day is a project of the Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission. Co-sponsors include the East Brunswick Recycling Center; East Brunswick Parks, Recreation and Community Services; Do Not Throw It Away; Helpsy; and the East Brunswick Youth Council.

In the event of rain, Freecycling Day may be postponed. Updates will be posted that morning on the Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission website at friendsebec.com and on its Facebook page. Residents are encouraged to check these channels before attending. A rain date will be announced if needed.

The Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission is a New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to local environmental education and conservation. Its programs include National Moth Week, Amphibian Protection, the Community Garden, Butterfly Park, Moth Nights, and Option Green programs at the library. Membership is free. To become a member and receive event notifications, complete the membership form on the organization’s website.

Media Contact:

Joyce Pearl

joyce.pearl.friendsebec@gmail.com