Encampment
Fairhaven Village Militia, Revolutionary War Encampment, Sat., 10/22, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Fort Phoenix, Fort Street, Fairhaven, MA
The Fairhaven Village Militia and the Wareham Minutemen and Militia Companies present a one-day historical encampment at Fort Phoenix. Talk to period costumed men and women about the fort’s history and life in the 1770s. See military drilling and flintlock musket demonstrations, along with 1770s activities such as camp cooking, sewing demonstrations, and more. Children can try 18th century games and toys.
Free. Handicap accessible. For more information visit https://fairhavenvillagemilitia.blogspot.com/
HazMat Day
Time to start cleaning out those sheds and basements to be ready for Fairhaven’s Hazardous Waste Day, scheduled for Saturday, 10/22, from 8 a.m. to noon at the public works building, 5 Arsene Street. Fairhaven residents only, proof of residency required. MAXIMUM 230 cars, so get there early. Visit https://www.fairhaven-ma.gov/home/news/hazardous-waste-day
From the Garage & Workbench
Oil based Paint – Stains & Varnishes – Wood Preservatives – Solvents & Glues – Fiberglass Resins – Gasoline & Kerosene – Antifreeze & Motor Oil – Brake Fluid – Carburetor Fluid – Car Wax & Polishes – Driveway Sealer – Roofing Tar – Swimming Pool Chemicals
*Latex Paint for recycling only. Dried/hard paint can go straight into trash. Only bring the good stuff!
From the Yard
Poisons – Insecticides – Fungicides – Chemical Fertilizers – Weed Killers – Moth Balls – Flea Control Products
From the House
Rubber Cement – Airplane Glue – Photo Chemicals – Chemistry Sets – Furniture Polish – Floor & Metal Polishes – Oven Cleaner – Drain & Toilet Cleaners – Spot Remover – Rug & Upholstery Cleaner – Hobby & Art Supplies, Fluorescent Tubes, Mercury Devices, Lithium & Alkaline Batteries
Please DO NOT BRING THESE ITEMS:
Empty containers/trash – Commercial or Industrial Waste – Radioactive Waste & Explosives – Infectious & Biological Wastes – Ammunition & Fireworks – Fire Extinguishers – Prescription Medicines & Syringes – Asbestos
How to Safely Transport these Hazardous Materials
Leave materials in original containers
Tighten caps and lids
Pack in sturdy, upright boxes and pad with newspapers
NEVER MIX CHEMICALS
Pack your car and drive directly to Arsene Street
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