By now you know that a great way to reduce waste is to buy used items instead of new ones, but maybe you’re wondering where…
BOOKS
- Amelia Earhart Regional Library on Tujunga - it’s even open on Sundays!
- Borrow from a friend!
- The Little Free Library off of Tujunga (11223 Blix St.) is a great spot to pick up a random book
- Used book stores (The Iliad Bookshop, or The Last Book Store downtown if you don’t mind a Metro trip) have great selections
MAGAZINES
- Borrow from a friend!
- You can read tons of magazines digitally from the LA public library on Zinio - it’s free and there’s no limit!
CLOTHES
- Thrift stores like Goodwill on Lankershim, and American Way in Burbank have tons of used clothes
- Resale boutiques like Wasteland, Crossroads, and Buffalo Exchange have a curated selection of used clothes, but usually cost a bit more
- Vintage shops like the new Iguana Vintage on Lankershim Blvd. are the place to find used clothes over 20 years old
- Host a clothing swap with friends
TRANSPORTATION
- Check Craigslist listings for bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, and even cars for sale by owner
TOYS
- Try having a toy swap with friends
- Thrift stores like Goodwill on Lankershim, and American Way in Burbank can be great for used toys too
MOVIES and MUSIC
- Eddie Brandt has a selection of used movies
- Thrift stores like Goodwill on Lankershim, and American Way in Burbank always have used media for sale
ELECTRONICS
- Sometimes you can find great stuff at thrift stores like Goodwill on Lankershim, and American Way in Burbank. Make sure you use their outlets to test that the power still works!
- Yard sales are great for used electronics
- Try Amazon’s warehouse deals
- For cameras and TVs, you can try B&H and Adorama’s used sections online
PET SUPPLIES
- Thrift stores are good for this, especially the Helping Hands for Animals thrift store in Burbank
- You may have luck on Craigslist as well
FURNITURE
- Check the thrift stores - if you’re a little skeeved out by the idea of used furniture, try the “higher end” thrift stores like the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop on Victory in Burbank
- Craigslist - people are always moving in this city!
- You can also check Craigslist for curb alerts - sometimes if you get there right away, it will still be in great shape!