Sustainable Saturdays is designed to provide practical guidance to help Melrosians reduce their environmental impact in day-to-day living. From May – September 2022, these monthly events will be held at the YMCA’s corner park, adding yet another reason to visit Melrose’s vibrant Main Street. 

Learn about Sharing & Lending at our next event on Saturday, July 23 from 10am-12pm 

Join Zero Waste Melrose for the third installment of Sustainable Saturdays for information on Sharing and Lending. Discover lending and sharing resources in our community, everything from tools, toys, to baby products and the Buy Nothing initiative. Melrose’s own local business The Toyary will host a toy swap and and an all-ages recycled art challenge. Keep reading for all the details!

Activities will include:

Build a giant recycled art castle

• Ready for a challenge? In the spirit of learning through play while demonstrating the power of collective action, swing by to be part of the ultimate recycled art challenge: can we build the biggest largest recycled castle structure north of Boston?

• We're calling on contributors of all ages to partake in the castle-building fun! (All recycled supplies will be provided.)

Toy swap

• New to the concept of lending? Start with a swap!

• All families of toy-playing stage are invited to bring a toy and take a toy.

• After the swap, The Toyary will collect remaining toys and games to support its mission and non-profit partners.

• Not sure what to bring? Here are some guidelines:

  • New and pre-loved (indoor/outdoor) toys and games for children 0-8+ years that are not damaged or recalled.

  • Books focused on children’s activities, multicultural narratives, advocacy and inclusivity.

  • Toys and games that may be missing parts (note: The Toyary is constantly seeking replacement parts and will happily accept these types of items even if they are not eligible for the swap itself)