Reduce. If you accumulate a lot of paper or plastic grocery bags, consider switching to reusable sacks. They are easier to handle and stronger.
Reuse. The Upper Valley Co-op, many village stores, and thrift stores such as SEVCA and LISTEN, accept clean brown bags or plastic bags for reuse.
Recycle. Brown paper bags can be recycled with cardboard or paper in your regular recycling program. Some grocery stores accept plastic grocery bags for recycling. Look in the front of the store or inside for a collection container. Be sure to put only clean and dry plastic grocery bags into the collection container.