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Recyclothes Clothing Drive This Saturday May 3rd

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The 14th annual Recyclothes Clothing Drive, hosted by Keep Albuquerque Beautiful, the City of Albuquerque Solid Waste Management Department and Locker 505, returns this Saturday, May 3 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Hinkle Fun Center, 12901 Indian School NE. Recyclothes is a clothing drive that directly benefits students in Albuquerque by providing them with essential clothing, shoes, and bags free of charge. Your donations help make a real difference in the lives of children in need. Gather gently used clothing, shoes, and bags for students in grades K-12, drive through the donation event and event staff will unload the items from your vehicle. All donations will go to Locker 505, Student’s Clothing Bank, and each car that donates will receive two free mini golf passes. For more information, visit: www.cabq.gov/recyclothes

Dog House Donation Drive Hosted by Animal Welfare Department

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The Animal Welfare Department is seeking donations of new or gently used dog houses to help pet owners who need assistance during the cold winter months. Medium to large-sized dog houses are needed most, and can be custom-built if you’re handy with hammer and nails.

You can drop off doghouse donations at the Eastside Shelter, 8920 Lomas NE or at the Westside Shelter, 11800 Sunset Gardens SW, any day between 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. For more information, contact Allen Hargis at: ahargis@cabq.gov

Senior Holiday Donation Drive Happening This Month

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The Department of Senior Affairs is collecting donations of new items to share with older adults in need this holiday season. Donations will be delivered to older adults enrolled in the City’s Care Coordination program. Items should be new and unused, and include:

  • Protein drinks (Ensure/Boost)
  • Adult Depends
  • Scarves, hats, and socks
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Laundry detergent
  • Manicure and grooming sets
  • Tissue and toilet paper

You can also order from Senior Affairs Amazon Wishlist at: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/3AL14D63JK5H9. Donations may be dropped off at any City of Albuquerque senior or multigenerational center before November 27.

Animal Welfare Department Seeking Pet Food Donations

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The Animal Welfare Department is seeking pet food donations, particularly peanut butter. Can you help? You can drop off donations at either the Eastside or Westside shelters, or you can order from Amazon and have food and goodies shipped directly. Visit: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/5S9A193E58F0?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwY2xjawGDaitleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQQiSxLKkEqmN-9z-j7CIc2NS6yWWhAuEI3rr_tcqWYoC9_DtKHhaSlwKQ_aem_zFODPbRuM53T3MXT2mYCPA.
When donating peanut butter, please only donate the regular kind, not the kind that needs stirring, and please make sure the peanut butter does NOT contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.