Go green! Church of the Good Shepherd collecting recyclables, shoes

It's time to do some sole-searching in those closets.

Church of the Good Shepherd is collecting redeemable cans and bottles Sunday, April 19 from 7:45 to 11:15 a.m. Sneakers and donations will go to support sustainability efforts on the third Sunday of each month.

Donations may be dropped off outside or inside the church hall, 74 High Streett, at the rear entrance or brought during the 8 a.m. or 10 a.m. services. Cans and bottles should be rinsed and dried.

The church also accepts used sneakers, in an effort to combat thet millions of pairs are discarded annually and contribute to landfill waste and environmental pollution.