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Reading Offers Curbside, Drop-Off Christmas Tree Recycling Options
The town is offering options for residents seeking to dispose of their Christmas trees this month.
READING, MA — Reading residents have two options to recycle their Christmas trees later this month, according to town officials.
Republic Services will collect Christmas trees and leaves curbside during the week of Jan. 12–16. Trees must be free of all decorations, tinsel and plastic bags to be collected, the town said.
Residents may also drop off Christmas trees at the Reading Compost Center on Strout Avenue on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Town officials said trees brought to the compost center must also be free of decorations and plastic.
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A valid 2026 compost sticker is required for vehicles dropping off trees at the compost center on Jan. 17. Stickers can be purchased online through the town’s website or in person at the Department of Public Works office.
Leaves will also be collected curbside during the week of Jan. 12–16, according to the town.
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More information about compost stickers and recycling guidelines is available at the Town's Facebook page.
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