Visit Grainger in Dayton, Ohio -- only a mile away from Northridge -- and bring only rechargeable batteries to recycle. The store participates in the Call 2 Recycle program and offers free recycling to customers. Look for the Call 2 Recycle collection kits in the store to deposit used batteries and cell phones. Insert your batteries into the self-adhesive plastic bag and drop it into the box. All rechargeable batteries under 11 pounds are accepted.
Stop at the South Transfer station -- located a mile way from Northbridge in Dayton on 1001 Encrete Lane -- to deposit both car and portable batteries. Drop-off hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday, except Christmas and New Year's day. The program is available to Montgomery County residents only, so bring a valid form of identification.
Go to the Staples store -- located in Huber Heights on Old Troy Pike, about six miles from Northridge -- to deposit your old rechargeable batteries. Staples has a contract with the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
Stop at the Best Buy -- located on 1709 North Bechtle Ave. in Springfield, Ohio, only 7 miles away from Northridge -- to drop off rechargeable batteries in the recycling kiosk near the entrance.