Hanover County will celebrate “America Recycles Day” with a special recycling event on Saturday, November 16, between 8 a.m. and noon at the Mechanicsville Solid Waste Convenience Center on Verdi Lane.

During this event, Hanover County residents will be able to recycle household hazardous wastes and shred up to four boxes (10 X 12 X 18) of personal documents or information at no charge.

Household hazardous waste accepted for recycling at this event includes pool chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, household cleaners and oil-based paints.

Electronic waste will not be accepted for recycling at this event.

This event is for Hanover County residents only (ID required). No businesses will be permitted. No out-of-county materials will be accepted.

The Mechanicsville Solid Waste Convenience Center is located at 7427 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116.

For more information, call the Department of Public Works at 365-6181.