Holidays

St. Louisans can donate to families in need this holiday season through a giving vending machine at West County Mall. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will host the machine through January 1.

TubaChristmas is an annual concert that celebrates those who play, teach and compose music for instruments in the tuba family — including sousaphone, euphonium and baritone.

Some St. Louis-area Christmas tree lot owners say that they have a tight supply and that taller trees will be difficult to find, especially as the holiday season ramps up.

Spending from consumers largely held up in the face of concerns of a recession or that it would just drop off, but there’s a limit to how much people are willing to shoulder higher costs.

Dr. Marva Robinson, a clinical psychologist, discusses how to navigate complex family dynamics and divisive topics that may come up during gatherings this holiday season.

Mexican American artist Leticia Seitz of Arte Rojo organized a Day of the Dead celebration at the International Institute, which is launching new efforts to connect with Latino communities in St. Louis and beyond.

Refuse and recycling departments throughout the region have set up drop-off locations for holiday recyclables. Officials say this is an effort to reduce waste during the holidays.

The book “A New Holiday” explores finding joy during the holiday season while grieving the loss of a loved one.

The annual Christmas Bird Count runs from Wednesday through Jan. 5. The longest-running citizen science tradition in the nation, it will allow bird watchers to see if there is decline in bird species across the St. Louis region due to avian influenza and global warming.

A clinical psychologist discusses how to navigate complex family dynamics and hot-button topics that may come up during gatherings this holiday season.