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A Guide to Recycling Glass in Pittsburgh

Posted on September 14, 2023   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Francesca Dabecco

Francesca Dabecco

Pennsylvania Resources Council’s new informational zine. (PRC)

Pennsylvania Resources Council’s new informational zine. (PRC)

Welcome to your Hey Pittsburgh bulletin board — a virtual space to place volunteer opportunities, fundraisers, workshops, and more things that help your neighbors.

🚦 Help the City Reimagine Forbes and Braddock

Do you live near Regent Square? You can have a say in intersection improvements at Forbes and Braddock at a meeting Sept. 18 at Waverly Presbyterian Church from 6 to 8 p.m.

🍎 Free Food in Polish Hill

The Polish Hill Civic Association is partnering with 412 Food Rescue for a food distribution event at the PHCA Building today and next Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.

🎤 Are You or a Loved One in Recovery?

Lost Dreams Awaken is marking National Recovery Month by hosting a BIPOC recovery summit at the Pittsburgh Shrine Center in Cheswick on Sept. 26. The Summit will celebrate, educate, and feature a host of special guest presenters dedicated to culturally-competent recovery practices.

🌱 Support Garfield Community Farm

Gather at Tree Pittsburgh’s headquarters on Oct. 7 for a fun evening of local appetizers, drinks, and art along the riverside. Proceeds will benefit the growth of the Garfield Community Farm.

♻️ How to Recycle Glass

Learn why, how, and where to recycle your glass with PRC’s new handy zine. The newest addition to the permanent drop-off locations is in Pine Township. Here’s a map of drop-off spots.

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