Pittsfield hosts free household items donation pickup
PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- On Friday, the City of Pittsfield and CMRK Inc. are hosting a free household items donation pickup. Residents must schedule a pickup online.
All items need to be in clearly labeled bags and boxes at your curb on Friday. Boxed items should not exceed 50 pounds or have dimensions greater than 4 feet in any direction. Acceptable items are:
| Category | Acceptable items | Non-acceptable items |
| Art & Collectibles | Fine art prints, paintings, coins, jewelry, one-of-a-kind items, sports memorabilia | No sharp objects |
| Books | Up to 3 small boxes (with covers preferred) | No encyclopedia or magazines |
| Clothing | All clothing. All sizes. All seasons. Night clothes & robes. Shoes, Boots, Slippers, Sneakers. (All items must be packed securely in plastic bags) | |
| DVDs | Each DVD needs to be in its case. Up to 3 boxes (with covers preferred) | No loose DVDs. No bags. |
| Household items | ONLY: Knick knacks, Dishware, Glassware, Pots & pans, SMALL toaster ovens, Jewelry & accessories, Record albums. Please pack responsibly, including wrapping & boxing all glassware/breakables. Boxes with covers are preferred. | Only those items listed as acceptable will be taken; drivers have instructions to leave items that do not meet the packing requirements. |
| Miscellaneous | None | No furniture of any kind, mattresses, lamps, or suitcases |
| Musical Instruments | Most accepted | No organs or pianos |
| Small toys | Must fit easily in boxes (with covers preferred) | No outside toys or riding toys, except for bicycles |
For more information, please email the Department of Public Services and Utilities at
dpw@cityofpittsfield.org or by calling (413) 499-9330.