News Briefs for Dec. 3, 2020

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St. Johns County brings back Christmas “Tree-cycling” program

St. Johns County is hosting its annual Christmas “Tree-cycling” program from 9 a.m. to
4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 28, through Monday, Jan. 4, for those who wish to recycle Christmas trees after the holiday.

Residents are encouraged to bring Christmas trees to any of the following locations:

■ Ron Parker Park – 607 Old Beach Road

■ Cornerstone Park – 1046 A1A North

■ Davis Park – 210 Davis Park Road

■ Mills Field – 1805 Racetrack Road

■ First Tee – 4401 Cypress Links Blvd.

Artificial trees will not be accepted, and trees should be free of decorations and debris. Designated areas and signage will direct participants where to drop off their trees. For more information, call (904) 209-0335.

St. Johns County Public Library extends hours beginning Jan. 5

The St. Johns County Public Library System is extending hours at all facilities to accommodate the needs of working families and students beginning Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021. The Main Branch, Ponte Vedra Beach Branch and Southeast Branch libraries will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesdays through Fridays. The Anastasia Island Branch, Bartram Trail Branch, and Hastings Branch libraries will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. All libraries will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and remain closed on Sundays and Mondays. For more information, go to www.sjcpls.org or call your local branch library.