Tag: Earth Day
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Earth Day events include cleanup, celebration
The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership will hold a cleanup in South Brunswick from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 23 in honor of Earth Day. Volunteers will meet at Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave. Wear clothing coverings arms and legs, and wear stout shoes. Registration is required in advance by visiting www.southbrunswicknj.gov/2017-volunteer-release-formb. Volunteers…
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North Brunswick encourages Earth Day cleanups
In celebration of the Earth Day on April 22, the North Brunswick Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Services is encouraging all residents to become involved in a litter cleanup project in his/her neighborhood or local area. The department will supply bags, gloves and pickers if needed. For more information, call Lou Ann Benson at 732-266-0675.
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Park system honors Earth Day
From animal shows to nature walks, the Monmouth County Park System is honoring Earth Day with activities offered throughout the county from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 22, according to a press release. Here’s what is planned: • Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth, Middletown: Celebrate the shore and discover cool coastal animals…
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Children make their mark in Earth Day contest
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK – More than a dozen students were honored for their consideration of the environment through the North Brunswick Earth Day Bookmark Contest. The winners were presented with awards during the North Brunswick Council meeting on May 2: First grade, first place, Selma Elbenni from Judd Elementary Second grade, first place,…
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Earth Day contest open to North Brunswick students
The North Brunswick Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Services, along with the North Brunswick Open Space Committee, are accepting submissions for the 2016 Earth Day contest. Children in grades kindergarten to five can make a bookmark that reflects the change he or she will make to benefit the environment. Children in grades 6, 7…
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Kingston Greenways seeks workers for Earth Day cleanup
The Kingston Greenways Association seeks volunteers for its Earth Day cleanup from 2-4 p.m. on April 23 in the vicinity of Railroad Avenue in Kingston. Greenwood Avenue, Division Street, Mapleton Road and Ridge Road will be cleared of litter, larger trash and anything that poses a hazard to wildlife. Wear work boots and sturdy gloves. Grabbers and…