Five Things for Dedham, Norwood and Westwood, week of May 6-13
Wicked Local
1 The Westwood DPW will hold a Recycling Day on May 8 from 8 a.m.-noon at 50 Carby St. Accepted items, which are not allowed in your recycling cart, include TVs, computers, peripherals, appliances, tires, clean clothing and textiles, books, media, scrap metal and large plastic items. Some items are taken at no charge, others have a fee (cash or check only). Open to Westwood residents only.
2 Household Hazardous Waste and Recycling Day: May 8, 8-11 a.m., Recycling Facility, 370 Winter St., Norwood. $5 per carload; no leaf or brush disposal. Accepted materials include drain cleaners, rust removers and oil-based paints; other items, such as TVs, will be collected for a fee. To see a complete list, visit http://www.norwoodma.gov/news detail T13 R589.php
What to get Mom? Here are some local suggestions
Still wondering what to get Mom for her special day on Sunday? Here are some local suggestions:
Dedham
The Dedham Exchange, a gift shop at 455 Washington St. (across from the fire station), offers handmade products, from face masks to bird houses and pillows. The Exchange also has pottery, toys and other custom gifts.
Hours are Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed in August).
Boston General Store, 626 High St., Dedham, offers a special Mother’s Day gift box that includes a mug, a calming candle, mineral bath soak/body scrub and herbal tea. Other gift boxes available.