Earth Day Staunton

600 Churchville Avenue,Staunton VA 24401

22 April, 2023

Description

Learn how to help the Earth every day at Earth Day Staunton. This year's theme, “Plant LOCAL. Think GLOBAL. Gardening for Nature,” focuses on how to make your backyard a haven for butterflies, bees, and birds. Enjoy a family-friendly, fun day for all with wildlife programs by the Wildlife Center of Virginia, a live beehive exhibit, electric cars on display, a kayak raffle, and performances of The Lorax. The Underground Classroom trailer will be on hand providing a worm’s eye view of the world of soil. Native plants, trees, and seeds will be available. The Shenandoah Valley Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society will launch their new guide to native plants in our area, Plant Ridge and Valley Natives, at the event. Children will receive an event passport to get stamped by exhibitors to earn a souvenir button. Food trucks will be on site. Composting and recycling will be offered by Shenandoah Green and Black Bear Composting. Bring your own reusable water bottle. An Earth Day poetry contest is open for submissions until April 30th. In the event of rain, the event will be held in the Gypsy Hill Park Gym. More information can be found at EarthDayStaunton.org Sponsored by: Virginia Eagle, Alani Nu Energy drinks, CMA's Valley Subaru, Staunton Parks and Recreation, Augusta Bird Club, Tiger Solar, Refill Renew Store, Valley Conservation Courncil, Friends of the Middle River, Paradise Energy Solutions, Alleghany Mt. Institute, and Secure Solar Futures.