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Non-toxic activity/coloring books (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Some of these are especially good for this season! These have been carefully kept non-toxic from fragrances, smoke, etc. so please only respond if you will maintain that! Willing to split them up if needed. All of the following have non-plasticized inner pages: Halloween Activities for Primary Children, by Rachelle Cracchiolo & Mary Dupuy Smith (some implications about certain animals and "ugly" witches being scary) Make & color your own Halloween Decorations, by Jill E. Osborne (some implications about certain animals and "ugly" witches being scary) Make Your Own Calendar Coloring Book, by Anna Pomaska Learning About Plants Resource Book (level Pre K - 1), by Jo Ellen Moore & Joy Evans (1987) The Magic Pipes (or the adventures of Will and Penny Woods), by Bernadette Pitera & Sal Pitera, illustrated by Bernadette Pitera (1997) (has some outdated language about Indigenous people) – story and activity book PLASTIC-FREE: We’re Talking Electricity! Coloring [& Activity] Book, with Louie the Lightning Bug (uncoated-paper book with simple 2-staple binding, one small portion already colored in) PLASTIC-FREE: The Ring, The Sword & The Rainbow, by Karen Dickinson, illustrated by Larry Scheffler (intentionally cover-free wide uncoated-paper book with simple 2-staple binding, designed as both a story-book and a coloring-and-activity book – several of the activities completed)
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Small half-vest (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
An adult small vest-front, with adjustable straps for fitting. Note there's no solid back fabric piece. Contactless porch pick-up.
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8d
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Low-toxin games (read carefully!) (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Can request any or all! Seven checked and complete decks of cards (six standard size and one mini), puzzle box, 24 math game sets. Items are easily contaminated with the increasingly toxic chemicals found in everyday products for things like laundry, general cleaning, air "freshening," lawn care, and body care. These can cause all sorts of health problems, many of which can go undetected for a long time. If your household uses conventional products, getting low-toxin items won't do much good, because the toxins from the products will soon get into the materials. Since games cannot be washed, even "a little" contamination usually means that they are contaminated permanently. Whether or not you are chemically sensitive, if your household uses only non-toxic products and are committed to working to keep these games useable for everyone, please don't be shy about taking what you want! In messaging with your interest, please indicate that you are specifically seeking low-toxin items for this purpose.
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37d
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Low-toxin novels (read carefully!) (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
*If you are simply seeking books, please ask about the others we have, that are more suitable for conventional-product households.* Photos represent only a portion of the scores of books we have to part with. Please message directly receive a list of titles. Books are easily contaminated with the increasingly toxic chemicals found in everyday products for things like laundry, general cleaning, air "freshening," lawn care, and body care. These can cause all sorts of health problems, many of which can go undetected for a long time. If your household uses conventional products, getting low-toxin books won't do much good, because the toxins from the products will soon get into the paper. Since books cannot be washed, even "a little" contamination usually means that they are contaminated permanently. Whether or not you are chemically sensitive, if your household uses only non-toxic products and are committed to working to keep the books useable for everyone, please don't be shy about taking as many as you want! In messaging with your interest, please indicate that you are specifically seeking low-toxin books for this purpose.
37d
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Glass jars and bottles (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
These have been in long-time storage, so could probably all use washing. Preference for someone who can take and use them all, but willing to split them up also. Contactless porch pick-up.
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38d
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Old copy paper (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
This has long been in storage, and is visibly warped from humidity, but not mildewed. Big stack with two different sized sheets. Could be good for mulching, compost, scrap, shredding, etc. Contactless pick-up from Covid-cautious household.
38d
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Wallet (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Suede tri-fold wallet with velcro closure. Inside card pockets and billfold. Contactless porch pick-up.
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38d
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Flexible measuring tape (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Good for fabric arts, or other projects that need measuring without a rigid tool. This one is 60 inches long. Contactless pick-up!
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56d
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Wood hanging pole (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
This was used for displaying a quilt, so is quite sturdy and solid. Approximately 105 inches long, with embedded metal loops at either end. Contactless pick-up from Covid-cautious household.
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77d
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Bug netting/Metal window screening (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Received
Seeking some bug netting fabric and/org a partial roll of intact metal window screening (or from old windows themselves), to cut to size for keeping bugs out of car windows. I'm seeking five panels, all approximately 14 x 38 inches (or pieces I can cut down to that). Would be happy to return what I don't use, or pass along to someone else, depending on your preference! Thank you in advance for your consideration.
96d
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Rechargeable fan (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
I'm working to get a relatively decent set-up for living in my car, and wanted to ask here first if anyone has a rechargeable fan (or two) they'd be wiling to part with. I want to avoid ones that have to plugged in the whole time, or need disposable batteries to run. Preferably would clip-on to or wrap-around a surface, but I may be able to make different versions work. It would help a lot with making the car more tolerable in this season, and would also help reduce risk of mildew. I included an example picture, just to clarify my request, but I have no preference on brand. Thanks in advance for your consideration!
96d
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Low-toxin books (read carefully!) (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
*If you are simply seeking books, please ask about the others we have, that are more suitable for conventional-product households.* Photos represent only a portion of the scores of books we have to part with. Please message directly to express your genre interests, or request a list of titles. Books are easily contaminated with the increasingly toxic chemicals found in everyday products for things like laundry, general cleaning, air "freshening," lawn care, and body care. These can cause all sorts of health problems, many of which can go undetected for a long time. If your household uses conventional products, getting low-toxin books won't do much good, because the toxins from the products will soon get into the paper. Since books cannot be washed, even "a little" contamination usually means that they are contaminated permanently. Whether or not you are chemically sensitive, if your household uses only non-toxic products and are committed to working to keep the books useable for everyone, please don't be shy about taking as many as you want! In messaging with your interest, please indicate that you are specifically seeking low-toxin books for this purpose.
113d
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Tomato cages (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Three tomato cages that I pulled out of a dumpster, figuring someone could use them better than a landfill. One has the top ring not fully attached (shown in last picture). Contactless porch pick-up
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115d
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Ikea bookshelf pieces (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
These are the pieces of a tall, dark brown, Ikea particle board bookshelf. In moving it, the shelf completely collapsed under it's own weight. Hoping the pieces, especially the actual shelves, are useful for someone! Contactless porch pick-up.
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118d
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Bookshelves (contactless pick-up) (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Given the generous help of someone, these are now available for contactless porch pick-up. Measurements listed for shelves in the order of photos (hopefully!)- Brown shelf: approximately 48.25 inches tall, 36 inches wide, 12 inches deep White single door shelf: approximately 60 inches tall, 24 inches wide, 11.75 inches deep
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124d
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Marble and wood vanity (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
Marble is cracked (shown), and the handles are off of the two drawers, but are included so can be reattached. Damage to one lower side of the wood housing. The one door is removed and doesn't have hinges, but is intact otherwise. This is stored in garage with driveway access, for easier loading. Drawers can be fully removed for reducing weight for moving. Willing to help with loading from garage!
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138d
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Large painted wooden sign (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
Painted rectangle is 35.5 inches wide x 28 inches tall. Handle is 17 inches long (from bottom of painted rectangle part). Contactless pick-up from Covid-cautious household.
138d
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Salvaged items for arts/crafts (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
A large collection of different pieces to be repurposed for art, or whatever you please. Identification size and shape plastic lids, dozens of spent lighters, colorful wires, plastic flowers, some brushes, and assorted mismatched or worn out gloves and socks. Contactless pick-up from Covid-cautious household.
150d
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Fancy mug and saucer (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
White and gold painted, with stylized "D" on mug. No cracks or chips in ceramic. Contactless porch pick-up
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161d
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162d
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Decorative short broom (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Not very effective for cleaning (I've tried!), but all-compostable (except for metal fastener) rustic stick broom. Small and short. Contactless porch pick-up.
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162d
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Silicone baking mats (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Have been sitting collecting dust for a few years, so could use a wash, but are in good shape otherwise and not cracked or torn. Contactless porch pick-up.
162d
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Wood clock housing (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
Clock no longer around, but the solid wood housing remains in good condition and usable. Contactless porch pick-up.
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162d
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Two drawer filing cabinet (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Fairly short and lightweight metal filing cabinet, with several hanging folders included. Cosmetic wear and tear, but perfectly functional. Approximately 14.25 inches wide, 22 inches deep, and 26.75 inches tall. Contactless porch pick-up.
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162d
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Camelbak hiking/backpacking bottle (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Small and simple set-up and use. Collapses down for easy packing, and lightweight. A few years old, but rarely used and well-maintained. No cracks or rips in plastic, no leaking from connection points.
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165d
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EZ Access brand threshold ramps (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
A matching pair of black plastic rubber, flexible and ridged threshold ramps, intended for indoor or outdoor use. Fairly heavy in terms of weight, and heavy-duty for use. Dimensions approximately 40 inches long, 14 inches wide, and 1.5 inches tall at tallest point. Contactless pick-up from Covid-cautious household.
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172d
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Small (not standard!) guitar bag (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Very good condition still, with reinforced handle and backpack-style straps. Zipper closure and zipped front pocket. About 33 inches long and 13.5 inches wide at widest point. Contactless pick-up from Covid-cautious household.
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172d
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Wood scraps (mostly painted) (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
A number of different sizes and styles of Wood scraps, mostly painted, and many baseboard or trim pieces. Feel free to come by to take what you can use!
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172d
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Broken porcelain/ceramic/glass (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
These are various broken glasses, mugs, bowls, plates, and I think part of a sink that were saved to be used for art and/or landscaping material. We're hoping to find an appreciative home for them! Contactless porch pick-up from COVID-cautious household.
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177d
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Native sugar maple trees (you dig!) (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Expired
Update 5/19/24: We srill have ariund ten young sugar maple trees, in a range of sizes and growing fast! We love our native trees, but when they come into leaf in the extension, they block road visibility, so we're hoping to find some appreciative homes for most of them! Bring your shovels and pots/bags/etc. to try to successfully transplant these saplings (as many as you wish)! Upon your arrival, I'll mask up and direct you towards the ones we're hoping to part with most. Thank you!
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180d
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Scrap metal (Ann Arbor Northwest Side)
Gifted
Assorted items, but all fairly lightweight and easy to move. Biggest pieces are rectangular metal shelves. Contactless pick-uo from Covid-cautious household.
192d