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Georgina offers electronic recycling, swap and sell, Mother's Day swims

Other events include bag tag exemption week, curbside giveaway and the season's opening of the Georgina Pioneer Village and Archives
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The pool at the Town of Georgina's Multi-use Recreation Complex (MURC) will host a Mother's Day swim on Sunday, May 12 from 3 to 5 p.m.

This month in Georgina, you can recycle old electronics, clear your clutter, get rid of garbage and take mom for a swim.

Swap and Sell and Electronic Recycling Event
Back by popular demand is Georgina's annual Swap and Sell at the Georgina Ice Palace on Saturday, May 11 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register as a vendor to sell your new or used wares by calling 905-476-4301. No commercial vendors accepted.

The semi-annual electronic recycling event is also happening at the Ice Palace May 11 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is your opportunity to dispose of old, unused or broken electronics to be recycled, free of charge. Remember to remove all batteries/packaging and data from these items before bringing them for disposal.

Mother’s Day Swims
Bring your mom and she swims free with a paid admission at the Georgina Leisure Pool on Sunday, May 12 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. or the Multi-Use Recreation Complex on Sunday, May 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. Registration is not required.

Bag Tag Exemption Week
Take advantage of Bag Tag Exemption Week from May 21 to 24. Georgina residents can put out up to five untagged bags, items or containers for collection. Large non-recyclable household items are included in the program. Items that cannot be collected include refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers and hot water tanks. For more information call 905-476-4301, see your waste and recycling calendar, download the Recycle Coach app or visit georgina.ca/WasteandRecycling.

Curbside Giveaway
The next Curbside Giveaway Day is Saturday, May 25. Put your unwanted items at the curb from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for other residents/neighbours to take free of charge. What treasures will you find? All unclaimed items must be removed by 5 p.m.

Georgina Pioneer Village opening day
Georgina Pioneer Village and Archives opens on June 1. Venture into the heart of the past and discover the captivating stories, remarkable people and charming places that shaped the community. The village invites you to explore the roots of Georgina through carefully preserved artifacts, interactive exhibits and a nostalgic journey that captures the essence of days gone by. 

Visit georgina.ca/events for more information on these and other Georgina events and activities.