The annual Lawrence County Earth Day Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 22rd at Ewing Park, Ellwood City from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The event will offer an eARTh Day Art and Photography Show.
Submit an art piece or photo to convey what you love about the earth! Artwork can be created from any medium such as clay, canvas, wood, recycled materials, etc. Photos should be placed on sturdy backing. Participants can sign up by April 18 by visiting the Lawrence County Conservation District Facebook page or by contacting Jillian Court at ecce1892@gmail.com to fill out the form.
Two winners will be chosen and awarded $75 cash prizes.
There will also be a Trashion Show at 10:30 am. Design an outfit out of 75%+ reused and recycled materials such as food wrappers, cans, container lids, newspaper, etc. Show off your outfit on stage! Outfits will be judged based on visual impact, originality, and materials. Participants can sign up by April 14 by visiting the Lawrence County Conservation District Facebook page or by contacting Jillian Court at ecce1892@gmail.com to fill out the form. Cash prizes will be offered for first and second place winners in each age group (except the pre-K group who will all receive participation prizes).
In addition to the Trashion show and art show, the event will have food provided by INMETCO, vendors, musicians, and childrens activities. Wild World of Animals will be returning with exotic animals at 1:15pm. A horse and trolley ride will be offered for the duration of the event. Come enjoy the entertainment and learn how to protect our environment!
The planning committee continues to seek vendors to sell environmentally friendly products. It is free of cost for vendors to set up at the event!
Lawrence County Earth Day is sponsored by INMETCO, WesBanco, the Hoyt Foundation, and Caroline Knox Memorial Fund.
Please contact Jillian Court of Ellwood City Community Enrichment at ecce1892@gmail.com and check the Lawrence County Conservation District Facebook Page for more information.
MARY ANN SHANER WITH WXED RADIO WILL BE AT “EARTH DAY” WITH HER RECORDER TO COLLECT INTERVIEWS FROM VENDORS, ORGANIZATIONS AND PATRONS.