Here are some common materials with special fates. Many drink cans and bottles are redeemable. Many local charities take clothes, toys, and household goods all year. Many local charities have tag sales in the spring, summer, and fall. The Amherst Survival Center may be able to place your major appliance.
Red boxes are for recycling clean, empty containers.
Use them for glass bottles and jars of all colors and sizes. Remove caps, lids, pumps, and wraps. Red recycling boxes are provided by many landlords. Red recycling boxes are picked up weekly by your regular trash hauler. Blue boxes are for recycling paper.