Free Paper Shredding Event

January 23

9 a.m.- noon

Free disposal of up to five banker-size file boxes (24" x 12") is available to Irvine residents. Mobile shredding unit will be on-site.

Location:

Lakeview Senior Center

20 Lake Road, Irvine

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center

6411 Oak Canyon, Irvine

9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Tuesday- Saturday
The Collection Center accepts a variety of household hazardous waste material such as: used batteries, leftover paint, old televisions and electronics. For a complete list of materials, visit oclandfills.com/hazardous

December 2015

Issue 26

Celebrate this holiday season by making a choice to reduce, reuse and recycle. Find out how to recycle your holiday tree, safely and securely dispose of sensitive documents and make green resolutions for the New Year!

Christmas Tree Recycling

Waste Management will collect and recycle Christmas trees for three weeks after Christmas on your regular collection day. Trees taller than 4 feet must be cut in half and all decorations (tinsel, lights, ornaments and tree stands) must be removed. Place the tree curbside. Flocked trees will be collected, but cannot be recycled. Trees can also be recycled at:

Sunset Environmental
16122 Construction Circle West, Irvine
Hours of operation: 7 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Waste Management Holiday Trash Service Schedule

Waste Management of Orange County's curbside residential trash and recycling pick-up schedule:

December 24 - normal schedule

December 25 - next scheduled service day

January 1 - next scheduled service day

New Year's Green Resolutions

Cheers to a new year and another chance to live well and be green.This year, when you're pledging to make changes in your life, consider the simple solutions you can embrace to promote sustainable living. Explore green resolutions at cityofirvine.us.

Farmers Market at the Great Park
Sundays, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Every Sunday, rain or shine, the Orange County Great Park Certified Farmers Market features fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, handcrafted artisan products, live music and entertainment, and a selection of gourmet food trucks. Click here for more information.