Earth Month kicked off on April 1st, which is a time to celebrate our planet and take action to protect it. According to Sustainlife.org, Earth Month continues the Earth Day movement, which began in the early 1970s. The first Earth Day was held in the U.S. on April 22, 1970, and we have continued to celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd every year since. Here is a list of events and activities taking place in and around the Tri-Community that honor our planet, which helps us remember that we can continue to celebrate Earth Day all year long.
Seed Swap at the Wrightwood Farmers Market – Friday, April 12th, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Bring seeds for flowers, vegetables, or herbs to the farmers market and swap them with other gardeners in the community.
Gardening 101 Class at Phelan Community Park Garden- Saturday, April 13th, from 10:00 a.m. Enjoy this free gardening class at the Phelan Community Park teaching garden behind the Phelan Community Building. Learn from Master Gardener Michelle Hannon about transplanting plants to the garden bed. A new topic is introduced each month. This is a free class, and all ages are welcome.
Mojave Water Agency Spring Conservation Fair – Saturday, April 13th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free event at the Victorville Fairgrounds will include vendors, demonstrations, giveaways, and raffles. The event will empower individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to make a positive impact on the environment.
Earth Day Clean Up & Walking Tour at Llano Silos – Saturday, April 20th at 9:00 am. Join High Desert Keepers and other local organizations by removing garbage and graffiti at the historic Llano Silos site in Llano. Lunch will be provided to volunteers following the tour. Sign up and learn more about this event online at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/earth-day-clean-up-at-the…
POSTPONED TO JUNE 1ST! Mountain Hardware Springtime Event- Saturday, June 1st, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s time to think about your Spring garden. Along with gardening items, there will be raffles and giveaways, plus a kid’s bounce house, fresh popcorn, and kid’s crafts. There is something for all ages to see and do. Check out local Moonstruck Farms for what she has to offer, as well as other community booths. Mountain Hardware is located at 1390 Highway 2 in Wrightwood.
Earth Day Art Contest for Phelan & Pinon Hills Students – Submit artwork by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, April 30th. Earth Day Art Contest is open to students attending Phelan and Pinon Hills schools. The deadline to submit your artwork is no later than 5 pm on April 30th at the PPHCSD office located at 4176 Warbler Road in Phelan. Artwork entries should center around reminding everyone to recycle or conserve water. Artwork will be judged in three age categories, from kindergarten to 12th grade. The top three winners in each age group will be awarded first place-$100.00, second place-$75.00, and third place-$50.00. An award presentation will take place at the PPHCSD Board meeting held on May 8, 2024. Contest rules and entry forms can be found at Upcoming Events on the pphcsd.org website.
EARTH DAY- Monday, April 22nd. Plant a tree, start a garden, get rid of single-use plastics in your home, or pick up trash. Whatever you do, be sure that you continue to protect our wonderful planet!
