Holiday recycling do’s and don’ts

Before throwing something away this holiday season, ask yourself: does this item belong in recycling, organics or garbage? Use this guide to answer all your holiday waste disposal questions.

Recycle

• Boxes (flatten)

• Paper cards and envelopes

• Catalogs and magazines

• Milk and broth cartons

• Plastic bottles and containers

• Glass bottles and jars

• Aluminum cans and baking trays

• Cookie and pie tins

• Steel cans

Compost

• Fruit and vegetable peels

• Dairy products

• Meat trimmings and bones

• Fish scraps

• Grains and beans

• Coffee grounds and paper tea bags

• Napkins and paper towels

• BPI certified compostable serving ware

Garbage

• Holiday lights*

• Bubble wrap and plastic bags*

• Wrapping paper

• Ribbons and bows

• Tinsel and ornaments

• Non-compostable paper plates and serving ware

• Styrofoam

*Can be recycled at Hennepin County drop off, 1400 West 96th Street