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Every December 26, garbage cans across the country are filled with refuse that might otherwise have been recycled or repurposed. In fact, between anksgiving and New Year's, studies show Americans pile up an incredible 25 percent more trash than they do during any other part of the year. Here's how you can recycle during the Christmas season: Natural Christmas trees: Turn them into wood chippings. Remember to remove all tinsel and decorations. Artificial trees aren't recyclable, but you can donate them to a charity. Cards: Most are paper-based and can be recycled in your home recycling bin. Lights: Have they stopped working? Don't throw them out. Christmas lights are made of copper, glass, and plastic – valuable materials. Find out where you can take them, and you may earn a few dollars. Wrapping paper and bows: Some recycling centers won't take these if they are metallic or have glitter on them. Try reusing them next year. Cardboard boxes: Remove tape, plastic inserts, and glitter and break them down. en, you are good to go for recycling or reusing next year. Old electronic gadgets: Don't toss them out. Selling your device extends its usefulness and can earn you extra money. Must be RFCU ® member with online banking service and password to access online and mobile banking, mobile app, and their features. Not all features of online banking are currently available in the mobile version. Must be RFCU ® member with mobile banking, checking account, and debit card to use Card Control service. Must have compatible mobile device to use service. Certain functions of the service may not be available for all transactions or at all times. Controls and alerts based on the location of mobile device or location of merchant may not apply appropriately in some transactions and in some card-not-present transactions. Restrictions may apply. Standard wireless carrier text message and/or data rates and fees may apply; check with your carrier for more information. Ways to Reduce Christmas Waste Christmas is a magical time of year for family, food, gifts … and trash. Don't let your trash pile threaten your holiday cheer. Make a few changes and reduce that festive footprint. Online Banking helps manage money Money management skills should start early in life. At Redstone, we want to help your entire family become financially savvy. Once your teen is ready for a checking account and all that comes with financial independence, make sure he or she also signs up for Redstone's online banking. Online banking is an important tool in developing your teen's financial success. It is convenient, safe and a responsible way to manage checking and savings accounts and access an array of other services. Whether using the mobile app or the desktop version, your teen can review account transactions, budget, transfer funds, set aside savings, and more… including access important security tools to help protect accounts and debit cards. As the joint owner of your child's account, you can monitor their account activity and have access to their account security and debit card controls as well. Help your teen enroll in online banking today. ey'll need their member number and a few other pieces of information to get started. Call us at 800-234-1234 or contact us via Chat if you have questions or need help. r e d f c u.o r g | 11