Take off all the decorations + lights and properly dispose of your Christmas tree. | Photo by @kikanaphoto
Now that the holidays are over and if you celebrate Christmas, you know that sooner or later you have to deal with that “Night of the Living Dead” tree in the corner.
We have some tips on how to put an old tree to good use + how to properly dispose of it.
Bye bye festive fern
The City of San Antonio Solid Waste Management Department will have four free drop-off locations for undecorated Christmas trees. Locations include the Culebra Road Drop-Off Center, Frio City Road Drop-Off Center, Rigsby Road Drop-Off Center, and Bitters Brush Recycling Center.
Drop-off recycling runs through Wednesday, Jan. 15. Be sure to check the hours of operation before you load up the truck.
Later in the month, the city is offering free mulch service by turning real Christmas trees into compost at its Bitters Brush Recycling Center while supplies last.
Events
Events
Thursday, Jan. 9
Sal Vulcano | 7 p.m. | Majestic Theatre | $25+ | The “Impractical Jokers” comedian makes a stop in San Antonio on his “Everything is Fine Tour.”
Friday, Jan. 10
THE ART WAY | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Old School Makerspace | Free | Connect with other community members as you bring your art piece to life at this open studio.
Shane Gillis | 8 p.m. | Frost Bank Center | $43+ | Comedian, actor, and writer Shane Gillis is coming to town for a night of heavy laughter.
Saturday, Jan. 11
Farmers Market | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | PRESS Coffee @ The Enclave | Cost of purchase | Grab your favorite latte and shop from local merchants and grocers.
Folklores Coffee House Second Location Grand Opening | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Folklores Coffee House | Cost of purchase | Come out and celebrate the grand opening of Folklores and CheeseMé Charcuterie Shop’s joint location.
Culinaria is expanding its Restaurant Weeks offerings to include Fredericksburg eateries. In addition to dining at local favorites like Brasserie Mon Chou Chou and La Frite, patrons can expect the Hill Country’s Ocotillo and Cabernet Grill. Check out the full list.
Read
Local author Isa Arsén released her sophomore historical fiction novel this week, “The Unbecoming of Margaret Wolf.” For even more books by San Antonio authors, scroll through our City Guide.
Community
Speaking of books. Bring your current read to one of the newly announced Silent Book Club San Antonio meetings. January meet ups are taking place at Berta Almaguer Center and Poetic Republic Coffee Roasters.
Concert
Newsletter Editor Nicholas here. Do you remember No. 7 on my 25 favorites list? Not to worry if you don’t because Agarita announced three upcoming Humble Hall concerts. These concerts are free and happening on Saturday, Jan. 11 + Saturday, April 26.
Cause
Bring a gently-used coat to any Santikos theater and donate it to receive a free popcorn + arcade card, as well as a dry cleaning coupon. Donations are being accepted through Friday, Jan. 31.
Sports
Let’s breaks down the Dallas Stars comeback win over the New York Rangers in overtime. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Dallas Stars with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Eat
Start 2025 with Thrive Market: organic groceries delivered right to your door. (They ban over 1,000 harmful ingredients.) Join here to get 30% off your order plus a free $60 gift.*
Health
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The Buy
The Buy
The best two-piece sweatsuit for running errands, work-from-home days, or cozy weekends. We love the knit fabric and the roomy turtleneck design for extra comfort.
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