COLUMBUS, Ind. – April 22 marks the celebration of Earth day, which is held to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District is hosting its annual Earth Day event at the Recycling Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event includes children’s activities, a plant swap, electronics recycling, and much more. For a full itinerary visit www.bcswmd.com.
In the city of Franklin, residents have options to join together to spruce up the parks for spring. Participants can mulch flower beds, pull weeds, paint, pick up trash and sticks. Another option is for volunteers to help plant 90 trees at the urban garden beginning at 9 a.m.