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Curb Day is Saturday, May
16th, 2009 Give your Stuff Away
 On
Saturday, May 16, 2009, people all over will participate in “Curb Day” by
bringing unwanted (but still valuable) items to their curbs for others to
cart away for free.
We all own “stuff” we don’t need – things that have value,
but not to us. Overall, there are millions of items out there – good stuff,
just wasting away, cluttering households. Many people could really use some
of this stuff, especially in today’s economy.
Of course, selling or donating these items are options. But
most of us don’t bother. We just keep packing it in, don't we?
On May 16 (or the night
of the 15th), please bring your unwanted valuables to your curb. By doing
so, you’re donating them to others. And if you need something, take a walk
in your neighborhood – you might just find it for free.
Please use care in
selecting your donations. Don’t put your loaded 12-guage shotgun out there.
No weapons of any kind. No chemicals, and nothing dangerous at all. Nothing
illegal either. No food or alcohol either, please.
Do NOT put garbage out on
Curb Day. If you’re not sure if something is valuable or truly junk, ask for
some opinions, or don’t put it out.
Finally, extra care will
be required when driving about that weekend. Be alert for vehicles stopping
quickly. Stay in the left lane if available.
Curb Day is Saturday, May
16th, 2009 The World’s Biggest Giveaway all over North America
Created by Mike Morone of Rochester, NY
On May
16, 2009, people across North America will participate in “Curb Day” by
bringing their unwanted (but still valuable) items to their curbs for others
to pick up that weekend.
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If local ordinances prohibit this activity, please do not participate.
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Please place ONLY the allowed items on your curb (see below).
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Please do NOT place junk, dangerous or illegal items on your curb (see
below).
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Please be careful driving that weekend, as many drivers will be frequently
stopping
Most of
us own things of value that we don’t need any more. What’s rusting out in
your garage? In total, this represents millions of items out there – good
stuff, just wasting away. It clutters our homes and psyches. In today’s
economy, especially, many people would benefit from receiving these items.
We could
sell or donate these items. But most of us don’t do either. We just keep
storing more and more stuff.
Here is
a simple solution – On May 16 (or the night of the 15th), let’s take our
unneeded valuables to our curb. By doing so, we’re telling others that these
items are free for the taking. Come and get it. In turn, if you need
something, drive around your neighborhood – you might find it.
Now
let’s use some common sense. Don’t put your loaded 12-guage shotgun out
there. No weapons of any kind. No chemicals, and nothing dangerous at all.
Nothing illegal either. No food or alcohol, please.
Do NOT
put garbage out on Curb Day. If you are unsure if an item is valuable or
truly junk, get a second opinion or do not place it on your curb. We don’t
want mountains of unusable junk out there.
Finally,
extra care will be required when driving about that weekend. Be alert for
vehicles stopping quickly. Stay in the left lane if available.
If you
have questions or concerns, please contact Mike Morone at
mike@curbday.com, (585) 749-5107.
These items are OK to place
at your curb on Curb Day, May 16th:
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Appliances
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Computers (with hard drives scrubbed)
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Electronics
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Bicycles
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Sporting Goods
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Tools (be careful with sharp blades)
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Yard and Garden Equipment
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Lawn mowers and other Outdoor Equipment
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Tables
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Chairs
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Couches / Sofas
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Desks
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Bedroom Furniture
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Musical Instruments
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Books
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Clothes
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Shoes
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Kitchen Utensils
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Lamps
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Plants, Potted Trees, etc.
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Building Materials
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Other Durable Goods
These items are PROHIBITED:
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Garbage
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Weapons of any kind
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Dangerous items
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Chemicals of any kind
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Food items
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Illegal Items
Want to help?
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Bring out your stuff on May 16th
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Tell all your friends
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Tell your local media
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Post this event on Craig’s List and other sites
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Send in your ideas, stories, and photos
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Send us a few bucks (to help us promote Curb Day)
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