Cloudy skies continue across Metro Detroit. Spotty sprinkles are possible today with most of the day overcast with highs near 40°. Rain showers increase Friday as a storm system approaches from the south.

If you are wondering what to do with your Christmas tree after the holiday season, there are many Metro Detroit cities that are offering to recycle your used tree.

There is a winter weather advisory for slippery road conditions in effect today. There is a low chance of snow on Christmas and Christmas Eve.

This fourth annual variety show involves everything the independent entertainment venue is known for: comedy, music, improv, theater, burlesque, drag, film and more. Some scheduled performers include rock band Duende, Hot Talent Buffet, Soul-Prov, Tapes Only and more. 8 p.m. Sat. $15. 2320 Caniff, Hamtramck. Planetant.com/events.

With these temps at or around freezing, road crews across Metro Detroit say their biggest concern right now is refreezing temperatures. They're out salting the roadways.

Mitzvah Day brought Jewish officials and others to regional sites to replace those who typically serve on the holiday.

Slick spots are still possible across Metro Detroit through Wednesday morning. Temperatures climb by the end of the week and into the weekend.

After tracking travel problems leading up to the Christmas holiday with sleet and some freezing rain, highs will be near 40 degrees for Christmas through Friday. There will be a couple of flurries on Christmas Day. By the weekend, temperatures will warm into the low 50s with rain chances returning both weekend days.