A.M.
I think IKEA takes batteries for recycling. You can call the Bolingbrook location.
I am pretty sure Elmhurst Camera on Spring Rd in Elmhurst takes batteries for recycling.
I also think many Wal-Mart, Radio Shack, Office Depot etc take batteries for Recycling as well.
You can also go to earth911.com to see where various recycling centers for different things (batteries/gadgets/electronics) etc are.
Thanks for taking care of the environment.
Aarti.