The only problem I have about El Cerrito Recycling Center is the parking spaces. I am horrible on…read morereversing my car and aligning with the space. Am I going to give El Cerrito Recycling Center a bad review...NO! I was able to recycle used motor oil, regular AA/AAA batteries, Bluetooth Speakers, Computer monitors, Computer towers, printers, scanners, perhaps anything I am allowed to recycle at this location. I have been going to the El Cerrito Recycling Center since 1998. This place has gone through a lot of changes especially the parking spaces (yes I will continuing mention that). Thankfully nobody has DARE to trash this location and it is a good thing that they manage to keep the area in great condition. Keep the great work!

I am very happy that the local community has the El Cerrito Recycling Center present. The center is…read morewell managed and it has a method or means of disposing almost (emphasis on 'almost') anything one can think of. On top of that you may be able to find something you'd like too, like a good book to read. The last star is missing for two reasons. The center is located in a dead end location. That works in the sense of it not being a potential eyesore or traffic mess if located on a main street. But it doesn't quite work so well being there is only one way in and one way out; sometimes you can find yourself waiting a bit to do something. And the other reason is it is kinda small for all that it offers. Traffic flow can be challenging. But that's only one star split among two or more reasons. Instead focus on the other four stars that I'm dropping here

this mini purple library has just a few fiction and children's book inside…read more reads: "Ramona Quimby, Age 8 (Beverly Cleary) -Ramona is in the 3rd grade, she's learning to be on her own, taking the bus by herself, learning reading lessons to fit into her school, not to burden her parents so they can earn a living. -Ramona is also getting along fine with a perceived bully "Danny" who nicknamed her "Egghead". unbeknownst to her, it's wasn't meant to be offensive. -this is a realistic story of a schoolgirl of 8, nothing melodramatic like other book of her genre. this depicts the everyday activity of a normal girl. recommended for ages 8-12.

this simple dark blue library (#8862) has a single layer of mostly nonfiction books…read more reads: "Who Rules American?" (G. William Domhoff) *this and subsequent novels reveals the roots of power in America politics. themes (national level): -think tanks, foundations, commisions, & academia (universities) -they work thru direct action, not secretly behind the scenes -business groups/interests lobby government officials, politicians to create special legislation/policy/licenses giving them tax loopholes/subsidies/natural resources at below market rates. locally: -downtown business interest and land developers elect officials favorable to their interests who pass legislation to develop shopping mall, business districts at taxpayer expense while business interests get all the profits. (i.e. sports arena)

Great experience! I brought in jeans to be hemmed and they did an excellent job. The length came…read moreout exactly right, the work was clean and professional, and everything was ready as expected. I'll definitely come back when I need alterations again. Highly recommend!

Reasonable pricing and did a good job with my saris. Staff is very friendly and kind. They turned…read moremy urgent request in time for a wedding.

Physical Location: 201 Arlington Ave…read moreKensington, CA 94707 As we were driving by to pick up a friend who lives in the Cert, we came upon another Little Free Library! We love finding these things, they're so much fun and get the whole neighborhood involved! This location was a little cleaned out with a little too many magazines but I found a great Robin D Owens book I didn't have (read one of my favorite authors). If you're in the area drop on by! This location is right on the street! Yay Little Free Library!

Walked in was greeted right away! Now those that know! That is an Aplus!…read more The same lady that was working her bins off! Complimented my daughter on her dress! Now that makes a persons day. Off to the cashier! She was the most funniest, sweetest lady ever! We will be back. My baby girl found a million good finds!

This is a strange Goodwill--very expensive and also extremely messy/chaotic inside…read more I give them points for having an outlet so you can test your electronics before purchase. I was overcharged for an item I did not buy, or something was scanned incorrectly, but I'll have to return either way to settle it. There is a parking lot but the spaces are tiny and the setup is weird.

We were in and out in about 10 mins. Make sure to sort your items plastic bottles, aluminum cans,…read moregreen bottles, brown bottles, and clear bottles. It was very efficient. They have about 5 parking spots inside but there are also outside parking spots available. After dropping off your items, you go to the cashier for your check. It says no replacements issued for missing checks so make sure to negotiate them within 180 days. Our new go to for recycling.

Quick and easy process. Open on Saturdays. Free to drop off boxes. I love that you can drive…read moreyourself around to complete what you came to do.

this turquois and violet book box (#12286) has the usual fiction & nonfiction books. a twig on…read moreeach side of the frame adds some charm. reads: "The Classic Slave Narratives" (Edited by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.) -"The life of Olaudah Equiano" an african slave who purchased his freedom in America decided to sail the seas & trade commodities. he discovered Europe's laws did not protect him from being constantly cheated, harassed. when he discovered religion, he choose to become a missionary. -"The History of Mary Prince: A West Indian Slave" a lst hand telling of the brutality of slavery in her youth. In 1831, it was the lst book to be published in Great Britain about a black woman's life. -.."Life of Frederick Douglas" American slave who became a freed man & an abolitionist' -"Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" life story of an abolitionist who was constantly sexually harassed by her "master" when she was young. eventually she and her family members became free when their masters were paid the asking price.

this unique turquoise library with a purple roof (#34267) imitates a penguin in it's design…read more there's just a few fiction and children's books inside. read: "When i Grow up: Sonia Sotomayor" (Anne Marie)scholastic 3rd grade reader -just a thin pamphlet with the highlights of Justice Sotomayor's careet written in her voice but not by her. -born in New York of Puerto Rican parents, Sotomayer faced and overcame diabetes early. she learnt studying was the only way to succeed. decided to study law and become a judge. -it's an interesting booklet. same info can be found on wikipedia for free... almost mimics her biography.