HANOVER, Va. (WWBT) - This weekend, Hanover County residents have the chance to drop off old electronics, like TVs or tablets, to a free e-waste recycling event.

People can make their way to the Mechanicsville Convenience Center, 7427 Verdi Lane, on Nov. 15.

The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., but it’s only open to Hanover residents (ID required).

Officials provided a list of acceptable items:

Flat-screen monitors and televisions

CRT TVs

Computers, tablets, cellphones

Printers

Rechargeable batteries, and small electrical items with a plug like microwaves

There are a few items not being accepted by the event, such as:

Appliances containing freon

Alkaline batteries

Smoke detectors

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