How To Recycle Your Christmas Tree in Los Angeles

Time to kick that tree to the curb. But is that allowed in your city?

On the 12th day of Christmas, my city gave to me—a chance to recycle my Christmas tree!

Whether from a lot at the corner or a cut-your-own farm in LA's outer regions, we lug those lovely-smelling, triangular chunks of evergreen wonder home on top of our cars each December amid singing, warm drinks, and family bonding. Thoughts of what will become of them a few weeks later are pushed to the outer regions of our To Do Lists. Well, the 12th day of Christmas is quickly approaching, and our To Do Lists have come home to roost. Luckily, recycling a Christmas tree does not have to be difficult to arrange; all you need is a little information, which we've assembled here!

25 Free Things To Do with Kids in Connecticut this Winter

Winter is a great time for a trip to the Wadsworth Athenaeum Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins

After the holidays, when the decorations are all put away, the cookies have been eaten, and the new toys have lost their novelty, moms and dads start looking for fun things to do with their kids. But what if they could find something fun and FREE? Look no further, because we have done all the footwork to collect a wide-ranging list of things for you do with your little artists, astronomers, and historians this winter.

To get more free fun at home and in your town delivered to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters—and discover all the free events and activities near you in our Connecticut Free Things To Do with Kids Guide.

40+ Free Things to Do in Chicago with Kids this Winter

Sledding is always a fun free activity for kids in Chicago. Photo courtesy of the Forest Preserve of Cook County

Say what you want about Chicago winters, but the fact is, this town knows how to pack a lot of fun into the coldest months of the year. And best of all, there are plenty of FREE things to do in Chicago during the winter.

Some of the city's best attractions offer free admission during the winter, with free Illinois resident days at the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum—plus, The DuSable Museum is always free (to help you celebrate MLK Day and Black History Month in February), and the Art Institute of Chicago is free on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays through St. Patrick's Day. Speaking of St. Patrick's Day, lots of parades are returning as everyone becomes Chi-rish for a day, or you can see a different kind of parade at Chinese New Year in Chinatown. Groundhog Day and Valentine's Day also make our list of fun free things to do in Chicago this winter.

Looking for more? Our list of 100 Things to Do With Chicago Kids Before They Grow Up might do the trick, and of course you can always find more daily activities in our Chicago Event Calendar or our Chicago Winter Fun Guide.

20+ Free Activities Near Philly this Winter for Kids and Families

Winter in Franklin Square runs through the end of February. Photo courtesy of Historic Philadelphia

As the holidays give way to the new year, take the burden off your wallet after all that gift-giving, and check out these free activities near Philadelphia for kids. Bundle up for ice sculpture festivals, or take the family exploring at one of the region's nature centers. Alternatively, stay warm indoors at free museum days and indoor play spaces, or simply cozy up at home with virtual offerings. And if the snow gods make their mark on the Philadelphia region, we've got cost-free ways to enjoy the white stuff in our Winter Activities Guide.

15 Free Activities Near DC this Winter for Kids and Families

Admission to Planet Word is free and offers plenty of hands-on exhibits kids will love. Photo courtesy of  the museum

When the weather turns colder, it gets harder to entertain the kids without spending money. Free outdoor events such as festivals and concerts in the park aren't happening. Splash pads and spraygrounds are closed. Playground equipment freezes up. Fortunately, there are still plenty of free activities near DC for kids and families to enjoy this winter.

Some of these free activities for kids are located indoors. Others require the family to bundle up and brave the cold. But all of these free events and activities will brighten up even the dreariest winter day.

Here are 15 free activities near DC to do with kids this winter. For more ideas for cold-weather fun, check out our Winter Activities Guide for DC Kids.

25 Things We Are Excited To Do in Atlanta with Kids This Winter

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden is a magical winter spot. Photo courtesy of the garden

Even as we enjoy fairly mild winters in Atlanta, most of us Southerners tend to hibernate rather than brave the not-quite-freezing temperatures. But for those of us who get cabin fever, there are some outdoor activities this winter that are sure to keep kids active and engaged. 

From snow tubing at Snow Island in Margaritaville to MLK Day events, outdoor entertainment, and light shows, even in these COVID times there is something for everyone this winter in Atlanta. We've handpicked our favorite Atlanta winter activities, so bundle up, gather your crew, and prepare for some wintertime fun. 

30 Things We Are Excited to Do with Orlando Kids This Winter

Speed down the hills at Snowcat Ridge for thrilling snow tubing and family fun at this winter snow park! Photo courtesy of Snowcat Ridge

Start 2022 by creating special memories with your family with the help of our guide of fun things to do this winter in Orlando. From manatee sightings and strawberry picking, to a theme park festival and Scottish Highland Games, no matter where you are around Central Florida there is no shortage of fun things to do in the winter. 

Don't forget to ​subscribe to our FREE newsletter as well for the best events, ideas, and happenings in the area delivered right to your inbox!

Winter Bucket List: 50 Things To Do in Houston with Kids this Winter

If you haven't been yet, put the Houston Museum of Natural Science on your list for this winter. Photo courtesy of Houston Museum of Natural Science

Yes, we are in the midst of (another) pandemic winter, but the great news is there are still plenty of fun, socially distanced activities to do around Houston as well as at home this season. Plus, the mild winters in Houston allow for plenty of outdoor fun. From the best winter break events to our favorite rainy day activities to our Winter Activities Guide, we have a long list of fun things to do in Houston this winter.

We are continuing to update our guides and reviews with latest updates or changes to operations due to COVID-19. For options that don't require leaving the house, check out our Stay-at-Home Guide with hundreds of ideas for kids of all ages. 

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