Community

Get internet for $30 a month

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Anyone who receives benefits through SNAP, Medicaid, federal public housing assistance or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is eligible to get internet access for $30 a month.

Chicago Park District

Recycle your Christmas tree

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Chicago’s Christmas tree recycling program begins Jan. 7 and runs from Jan. 22 at 26 parks across the city, including Garfield Park, 100 N. Central Park Ave. Trees can be dropped off anytime during normal park hours, which are n

Only live/natural trees without flocking are accepted; garlands and wreaths will not be accepted. Because the trees are turned into mulch, all tinsel, ornaments, lights and stands must be removed.

2023

Happy 2023!

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We wish you a happy and safe new year. As we embark on our 14th year of operation, AustinTalks thanks you for your continued support.

Community

Name a city snowplow!

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The deadline to submit names is Jan 6 or earlier if the city receives 20,000 submissions. Fifty finalists will be selected, and residents will be able to vote for up to six names by Jan. 31.

Community

Chicago warming centers open

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The city’s six warming centers – including one on the West Side – are open. The Garfield Center site, at 10 S. Kedzie Ave., is the only one open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Seniors are also welcome at one of the city’s 21 senior centers, including the Austin Satellite Senior Center at 5071 W. Congress.