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Request: Broken Snow Shovel, Salvaged Handle (Mooney's Bay) Received • The handle on my favourite snow shovel broke, but its blade is still re-usable; • Does anyone happen to have a good handle on a broken blade? • Need a wooden or composite snow shovel handle with diameter of 1 1/4 inches <== this detail is very important. A measuring tape or piece of string wrapped around its circumference would measure 3 7/8 inches (or 9.8 cm); • Would be happy to arrange a porch pickup at your convenience, depending on distance;

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Free: Wheeled 26" Snow Shovel (Mooney's Bay) Promised • Heavy-duty 26" plastic blade with a steel blade edge; • Very good condition, with only minor corrosion on the steel; • Good as a backup shovel and/or for light snowfalls; • Helps limit/avoid heavy lifting; *** Please message with preferred "porch pickup" date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Stainless-Steel Toaster (See Note) (Mooney's Bay) • This is a 2-slice toaster, but 1 of the lifters broke, leaving only 1 usable side; • Can still be used for toasting 1 slice at-a-time; • Breville Ikon model, with some convenient features like defrost/reheat/bagel settings, Lift & Look, and a blinking countdown ring beside the selected number; • Potentially repairable for 2-slice functionality by a DIY hobbyist; • Smoke-free, child-free, pet-free home; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Bamboo Tiki Torches - Set of 5 (Mooney's Bay) • Authentic bamboo torches create a warm, relaxing and inviting ambiance to your backyard or patio; • Refillable fuel containers still appear to be in good condition, but with some minor corrosion; • Includes 3 partially used fibreglass wicks, but missing 2 wicks. Replacements can be purchased at Rona for cheap; • Citronella torch fuel oil not included; • The original bamboo flame snuffers are not included (broken or missing); *** Please message with preferred pickup time if interested. ***

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Free: Oserizer Blender (See Notes) (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • 10-Speed blender; • Many years old, and nearing its end-of-life; • Starting to struggle under heavier loads like frozen fruit, ice, etc., but still usable for lighter smoothies, sauces, soups, beverages, etc.. • Clean and ready to use; • Smoke-free, child-free, pet-free home; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Stainless-Steel Toaster (See Note) (Mooney's Bay) Expired • This is a 2-slice toaster, but 1 of the lifters broke, leaving only 1 usable side; • Can be used for toasting 1 slice at-a-time, or can potentially be repaired by a DIY hobbyist; • Breville Ikon model, with some convenient features like defrost/reheat/bagel settings, Lift & Look, and a blinking countdown ring beside the selected number; • Smoke-free, child-free, pet-free home; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Polyester Summer Fedora - Size M (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Like new condition with the original tag still attached, and CLEAN; • Hudson North brand, 100% polyester; • Colour is "stone"; • Smoke-free, pet-free, child-free home; *** Please message with preferred date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Pewter Picture Frame "June Wedding" (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • High quality, heavy pewter frame made in Canada by Seagull; • Nicely detailed, timeless design; • Model PF232, "June Wedding", featuring wedding bells and blooming flowers; • 5" x 7" photo size; • Overall frame dimensions: 5 1/2" wide X 8 1/2" high; • Premium felt backing and stand; *** Please email with preferred pickup time if interested. ***

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Free: Camera Shoulder Bag by Optex (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Perfect for holding a DLSR/SLR or mirrorless camera, plus spare lens, charger, etc.. • Configurable, with plenty of zippered and Velcro'd pockets and space dividers for flexibility and convenience; • Top handle and a removable shoulder strap for carrying options; • Interior dimensions: 10" x 5.5" x 5.5" (25.4cm X 14cm X 14cm); • Excellent condition. Like new, and seldom used; • Smoke-free, child-free, pet-free home; *** Please email with preferred pickup time if interested. ***

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Free: 2.5kg Pork Leaf Fat for Rendering (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • This high quality pork fat was included (at our request) with our freezer orders of pork sides from a local Ontario farmer; • Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs); • Been in our freezer for between 1.5 to 4 years; • Some pieces might have a degree of freezer burn, despite being tightly wrapped in plastic bags; • Once rendered, may still be suitable lard for baking or for making clean-burning candles, etc.; • We had the best of intentions to make use of it ourselves, but just haven't made the time for rendering it. Want to free up some space in our freezer; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Ottawa Green Bin - Minor Damage (Mooney's Bay) Expired • A regular-sized green bin for the curbside pickup program; • One of the lid hinge brackets is broken and has been partially DIY repaired/reinforced, so the lid opens & closes fine, and it latches closed too; • Belongs to my neighbour who have been calling 311 for several weeks requesting the City to take it away, since a new replacement was received long ago; • Not sure why this neighbour even needed a new one, because this one still works fine, but they just want it gone now. So, I said I might be able to help; • If anyone wants a second green bin for the cubside program, or perhaps to use it for some other purpose like tool storage, etc., then this one might be for you; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Commercial Cooler / Freezer Packs (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Commercial grade. Only used one time, to ship temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals; • Large size: 14" x 14"; • Can be cut to smaller sizes if desired; • Can be chilled or frozen, as needed; • Reusable, non-toxic and biodegradable; • Blankets/sheets of independent sealed cells allow for more flexibility and versatility than other products--even when frozen; • Some have Cryo-Gel brand name printed on them, and some are plain white; • Twelve (12) packs currently available; *** Please message with number of packs sought and preferred pickup date/time, if interested. ***

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Free: Universal Umbrella Holder (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Please read entire description! • Good for mounting an umbrella to a golf cart, stroller, beach chair, etc.; • Brand new, never used. In original box; • Accommodates umbrella handles up to 1-1/2" diameter; • Unfortunately, the ergonomic plastic handle on my golf umbrella is too thick for this holder, so I never got to use it; • Universal adapter attaches to round, square or rectangular tubes from 3/4" to 1-1/16" <== NOTE THIS IMPORTANT LIMITATION; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: 15-Minute Digital Timer Switch (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • This 12- to 15-year-old Leviton digital countdown timer switch still works fine, but it recently started making a loud buzzing sound for the first 30 to 60 seconds of operation. That's not ideal for an ensuite bathroom ceiling fan, but might be acceptable for other applications; • Provides convenient timed control of lighting and motor loads; • Ideal in automating control of heat lamps, hot tubs, attic and bathroom exhaust fans; • 4 preset time options (up to 15 mins) and OFF; • Matching white Decora wall plate and screws included; • Installation instructions included (bilingual); *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: 3 Vintage Military Flashlights (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Vintage 1960's angle-head military issue flashlights, model MX-212/U; • One is branded Bright Star. It is clean and in very good condition. Still works well; • Two are branded Fulton. These are clean but DO NOT WORK anymore. Can be used as display pieces or for spare parts. Possibly reparable as DIY projects; • Each uses 2 D-cell batteries (not included); • Each has detachable parts that safely store spare coloured lenses and a spare bulb; • Total of ten (10) lenses included (3 clear, 3 red, 1 blue, 3 diffuser); • Total of four (4) bulbs included; *** Please email with preferred pickup time if interested. ***

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Free: Bi-Fold Door 32" Track & Hardware (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Good condition; • Please message with preferred date/time if interested;

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Free: Bi-Fold Door for 32" Opening (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Fits a finished opening of approx. 32" w X 80 3/4" h; • 31 1/2" x 78 7/8" x 1 3/8" • High density fibreboard ("HDF") 1-3/8 inch hollow-core construction; • The simple smooth/flush surface offers a clean, simplistic look that complements sophisticated interiors well; • Primed and painted in a neutral tone with eggshell sheen. You may want to refinish, depending on your project; • Some minor wear & tear, but in fairly good overall condition. We upgraded our closet to a mirrored bifold door, and no longer need this one; • One of the upper post holes may need a minor repair before re-installing, as it has become somewhat enlarged, as shown in photo; *** Please message with preferred date/time if interested. ***

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Free: USB 510 Thread Vape Battery Charger (Mooney's Bay) Expired • "A must-have accessory for vaping enthusiasts. This charger, specifically designed for 510 threading vape batteries, offers rapid charging capabilities to keep your vaping sessions uninterrupted. With its smart technology, the charger automatically shuts off upon detecting a fully charged battery, providing overcharge protection and ensuring the longevity of your battery." • This charger was left behind by a previous resident. Can't guarantee that it works but it probably does. *** Please message with preferred "porch pickup" date/time if interested. ***

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Free: 13" Mower Blade (Mooney's Bay) Expired • Removed from an old Gardena mower that has not been sold in many years; • Thought I would offer it to the community before including it in my metal recycling pile, just in case someone can use it for something; • Main hole is ~17mm diameter. The two stabilizer screw holes are ~8mm diameter and ~45mm on center; • If it is to be installed on a another mower, it could use a sharpening; *** Please email with preferred pickup time if interested. ***

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Free: Mind Trap Brain Teaser Board Game (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Like new, Never used; • Original 1991 edition --vintage! • Box has a few scuff marks, but otherwise everything is in excellent condition; • Includes all original question/answer cards, Rules of Play, a full pad of unused score cards, one pencil and one die; • Might be great to have up at the cottage for rainy days; • Rated: Ages 12 and up, for Individuals or Teams of 2 or more. NOTE: Very challenging for ALL ages, IMHO; *** The most interesting and genuine expression of interest takes it! *** *** Also, please provide a preferred porch pickup time. ***

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Free: Lawnmower Wheels for Hobby Project (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • These wheels, hubcaps and mounting plates were scavenged from our old and now defunct Gardena mower (34A easyMove); • • Wondering if any hobbyists in the community would be interested in tinkering with these for some kind of project; *** Please email with preferred pickup time if interested. ***

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Free: Chrome Towel Bar 24" (Mooney's Bay) Gifted Although it is in good condition, we are "upgrading" our basic, square, 24-inch chrome towel bar to a different style. Mounting plates are included. *** Please message with preferred date/time for "porch pickup" if interested. ***

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Free: DVD-RAM Rewritable Discs 4.7GB (Mooney's Bay) Gifted *** Please email with preferred pickup date/time if interested. *** • Brand new, never used, in original sealed packages; • Two (2) discs available; • Memorex brand. "This product is a rewritable disc for use in DVD-RAM drives and DVD-R/-RW/RAM home video recorders";

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Free: Partial Can of Polyurethane (Mooney's Bay) Gifted *** Please email with preferred pickup date/time if interested. *** • Approx 1/3 of a 946 ml can of Minwax oil-modified (water-based) clear satin polyurethane; • Might be useful for a small project; • Several years old, but still mixes well and looks good; • According to the package label, this leftover amount should cover around 4 sq meters (43 sq ft). If you apply 3 coats, then I suppose it would cover a correspondingly reduced area;

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Free: Vintage Radio + 3 Cassette Boombox (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Powered by 6 "C" size batteries (not included); • 9V wall adapter not included; • Was working the last time we used it, maybe 15 years ago, but you will need to figure out how to power it up; • Shoulder strap included; *** Please email with preferred pickup/viewing date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Insulated Wine/Pop Bottle Carrier (Mooney's Bay) Gifted *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. *** • Features a carrying strap and zippered bottom; • New condition; • We have had this for many years and have never actually used it; • Good for picnics, I would imagine; • Smoke-free, pet-free home;

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Free: Vintage Leather Nikon Camera Cover (Mooney's Bay) Gifted *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. *** • Well-used condition, but might still be of some use to someone out there, even if it's just for dust-free storage/protection of a newer digital camera; • Two-piece molded construction, intended for the old Nikon FE series of film SLR camera bodies; • Shoulder strap not included;

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Free: Heart-Shaped Metal Photo Frame (Mooney's Bay) Gifted *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. *** • Fit your favourite photo between the two glass plates, and the tubular metal heart will showcase the subject of your affection. :-) • Glass plates are 7" x 7" (18 cm X 18 cm); • Brushed nickel finish; • Like new condition; • Metal kick stand in back;

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Free: Large Stylish Leather Bag (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • Functional and attractive red leather bag; • Well used for many years to carry product samples, brochures, etc.; • Could use some TLC to extend its useful life (e.g. selective stitching reinforcement; small leather tear to be patched; small outer zipper to be replaced; • The main (longest) zipper still works fine, and the interior is in good condition: no rips, tears, etc.; • Two interior pockets, one is zippered and it works fine; • Approx. 15" x 15" (38 cm X 38 cm); • Pet-free, child-free, smoke-free home; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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Free: Two (2) Fedora Hats - Medium Size (Mooney's Bay) Gifted • The checkered one is 100% wool, and the lighter grey one is an acrylic/wool/nylon blend; • The checkered wool hat is fairly clean, but the lighter grey one is in rough shape and definitely in need of a cleaning if intended for long-term use; • Size: Med 7 - 7 1/8; • Might be good for theatrical plays, Halloween costumes, etc.; • Smoke-free, pet-free, child-free home; *** Please message with preferred pickup date/time if interested. ***

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