Books, paperback
Paperback books that are in good, sellable condition are accepted at locations throughout the A2 Reuse Network. Paperback books that need to be recycled are accepted in your curbside recycling bins, the Drop-Off Station, and the Recovery Yard.
Recycle Right!
Paperback books can go in your Ann Arbor curbside recycling bins, but hardback books cannot!
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Use the library!
Do any other places accept paperback books?
The Kiwanis Thrift Sale .
Accepted at:
Habitat for Humanity Restore
6241 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor MI
734-276-0599
The Share House
5161 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor MI
734-222-0876
Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Store
2280 S Industrial Hwy, Ann Arbor MI
734-996-9155
Kiwanis Thrift Sale
100 N Staebler Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
734-665-0450
Salvation Army Family Store and Donation Center
1621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI
734-332-3948
Scrap Creative Reuse
4567 Washtenaw Ave. Ann Arbor, MI
734-800-4137
Friends in Deed
1196 Ecorse Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
734-484-4357
Step 1
All recyclable items should be washed, rinsed, and clean of all particulates of food and any liquid residue before placing them into the curbside bin.
Step 2
Remove caps and lids and discard into the trash.
Step 3
Residential curbside carts must be placed at the curb before 7 a.m. of the collection day.
Address: Recycle Ann Arbor
P.O. Box 246, Dexter, MI 48130
Phone: 734.662.6288
Step 1
When first arriving on-site, stop at the gatehouse to have your materials assessed and pay the appropriate fee (if applicable). price list for full details
Step 2
The gatehouse staff will give you direction as to where your items should be placed.
Step 3
Often you are required to visit several different areas and receptacles.
Step 4
Unloading and loading assistance is often available. For a complete list of what is accepted, visit the Drop-Off About page.
Address: 2950 East Ellsworth Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone: 734.971.7400 Hours: What's Accepted Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 6:30 pm
Saturday 9 am to 6 pm
CLOSED MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS, & SUNDAYS
Credit Cards ONLY. No cash/check.
Step 1
Prior to unloading, Call the office 734-426-2280 to receive directions and assistance.
Step 2
Please check our Recovery Yard Drop Off Price list as applicable fees will apply.
Prohibited Items:
No liquids, paints or varnishes, No toxics, No alkaline batteries, food waste, asbestos, soil, sand nor deceased pets, livestock or wildlife.
Address: 7891 Jackson Road Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone: 734.426.2280
Public drop-off hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 3:15 pm Closed Saturdays and Sundays