WEST SEATTLE WEEKEND SCENE: Fauntleroy Church’s almost-fall Recycle Roundup off to ‘nonstop’ start

(WSB photos)

The second hour of today’s six-hour Recycle Roundup at Fauntleroy Church has just begun. We were there for photos half an hour ago and one volunteer told us it had been “nonstop.” However, no backup – it’s always a very efficient operation with partner 1 Green Planet, with multiple bins, trucks, and boxes ready for whatever you’re dropping off:

Here again is the long list (PDF) of what you can bring for free recycling (and a shorter list of what they won’t accept). They’ll be there till 3 pm.

But don’t wait until the last hour unless that’s absolutely the soonest you can get there – they try to avoid an end-of-day backup. The church offers this service to the community twice a year; if you miss today’s Recycle Roundup, watch for advance announcement of the date for the next one, in spring.

9 Replies to "WEST SEATTLE WEEKEND SCENE: Fauntleroy Church's almost-fall Recycle Roundup off to 'nonstop' start"

  • M Thomas September 20, 2025 (12:08 pm)

    12:05 pm Just stopped by-no line- but to my sad surprise they do NOT have a shred drop off.  

    • WSB September 20, 2025 (1:34 pm)

      Shredding has never been part of this event but as soon as somebody else announces one, we’ll of course add it to the calendar.

  • Joan September 20, 2025 (12:28 pm)

    Excellent community service! I was just there and there is no backup!

  • Deb September 20, 2025 (2:44 pm)

    I was thrilled to be able to recycle various mysterious metal pieces and dead appliances; just made a donation to Fauntleroy Church because I am grateful to them for hosting this much needed Recycle Fair. Thanks again to Fauntleroy Church 

  • Toni Reineke September 20, 2025 (4:49 pm)

    Thank you, WSB, for posting the reminder! Had forgotten to put it on my calendar.

  • Judy September 20, 2025 (5:52 pm)

    Thanks to all who are faithful “donors” to our roundups!  We welcome suggestions for making them even more efficient.  Does anyone look at our handout?  It takes time to produce but we’ve always thought people dedicated to recycling could benefit from the off-the-beaten-path information in the handout.  Feedback most welcome.

    • Erin98126 September 20, 2025 (10:24 pm)

      I look at it every time! It’s helpful to see what you accept and is a good reminder of the things I’ve been holding onto that need to be recycled.

  • ACG September 21, 2025 (8:58 am)

    Thank you for doing this!  It is such a great service. Wish that you could take old alkaline batteries!  

  • E September 21, 2025 (9:01 am)

    Thank you recycle roundup! I always try to find something to bring. And yes I look at the flyer. 

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