HANOVER COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Hanover County is hosting two free recycling and shredding events in the coming weeks. The events will take place on Oct. 31 and Nov. 7 directly across from the Mechanicsville Convenience Center at 7427 Verdi Lane. Proof of residency will be required. Residents can re cycle the following unwanted electronics from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31: Flat-screen monitors and televisions CRT (older convex style) monitors and televisions Computers, tablets and cell phones Printers and battery backups Rechargeable batteries Small electrical items with a plug, including microwaves Any appliances with Freon, alkaline batteries and smoke detectors will not be accepted. Residents can recycle the following household hazardous waste and shred paper from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 7: Oil-based paints Household cleaners Flammable materials Pesticides and herbicides Corrosive liquids and acids Pool and spa chemicals Drain cleaners Art and hobby supplies There is a limit of five gallons per resident based on container size. Batteries, fluorescent tube light bulbs, explosives and radioactive materials will not be accepted. Residents can bring up to four boxes -- 10 inches by 12 inches by 18 inches -- paper bags or an equivalent number of documents for secure shredding. For more information about the events, contact the Hanover County Department of Public Works at [email protected] or 804-365-6181. ...read more read less