Where to recycle unwanted holiday trees, lights in Chicago
Organizers expect that of the 10,000 pounds of lights they have collected, they estimate they have saved about 3000 pounds of copper alone from inside the wires.
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Organizers expect that of the 10,000 pounds of lights they have collected, they estimate they have saved about 3000 pounds of copper alone from inside the wires.
For people who are looking for more eco-friendly ways to get rid of those lights and trees, some groups are offering help.
The Festival of Lights attracts about 50,000 vehicles every year.
"We have several large buckets, trays and they fill up within two or three days."
For the second year in a row, there will be ice skating, tubing, and two-story ice slide, train rides, and more at Impact Field. CBS 2’s Marissa Perlman reports from Rosemont on how your family can join in on the fun.
Gary Hazan and his family are celebrating Hanukkah with their massive lights display. The family's home display features over 30,000 lights, making it a true festival of lights.
The holiday season is starting in Chicago. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman takes a look at the Lights Festival coming up this weekend.
