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The Saint Louis County Department of Health is sponsoring two household chemical collection events – one on Saturday, May 5 in North County , and one on Saturday, June 16 in South County.

County residents will be able to bring unwanted household products such as paint thinner, cleaning solutions, motor oil, insecticides, and other products that can pose health hazards if not properly disposed of.

“These events offer a safe alternative to throwing leftover household chemicals away in the trash,” said Dr. Dolores J. Gunn, Director of the Saint Louis County Department of Health.  “Ideally, consumers should buy only what they need, use products up entirely, or share any leftovers with neighbors and friends.”

Both events will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., regardless of the weather.  The events are free of charge. Proof of county  residency, such as a driver’s license or tax bill, will be required.

The cost for the household chemical events is covered by the Saint Louis County landfill surcharge fund.  For more information, call the Department of Health at (314) 615-8958 or visit www.RecycleSaintLouis.com.

The following are the locations for both dates:

Saturday, May 5: St. Louis Community College – Florissant Valley Campus (on Pershall Rd. off I-270

Saturday, June 16. South County Center (formerly Westfield Shoppingtown – South County) south of the Dillard’s and Sears stores  For maps and directions, visit www.RecycleSaintLouis.com.