People gathering on Tuesday to enjoy their lunch in the park at Square Montholon

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Every January, Parisians take their Christmas trees to their local park (here is Square Montholon) for recycling into mulch for use by the parks department.

"Offer a second life to your tree"

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The sun is out today, it is calm in Paris on the Friday following the Thursday holiday as lots of people are away for a 4 day vacation. Here patrons enjoy lunchtime at a sunny corner spot next to Square Montholon.

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Paris life outside at a 3rd space, sunny morning coffee at Le Corail by Square Montholon with a view of bike commuters, slow speed limits, & the safety of sturdy metal bollards.

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Childrens' "toy box" on Rue Rochambeau (closed street) next to Square Montholon. The 9th arrondissement sets up tables, games, & toys for children to play with after school. Paris is putting kids first.

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Square Montholon is one of 180 Christmas tree drop-off points. Trees are shredded & used as mulch throughout Paris, eliminating disposal at a landfill.

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