| Board of Supervisors | |
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•Robert R. Hart, Chair •Sara J. Erlbaum, Vice-Chair |
•Amy P. Grossman •Cathy Peduzzi •Melissa S. Sterling |
| Board of Supervisors | |
|
•Robert R. Hart, Chair •Sara J. Erlbaum, Vice-Chair |
•Amy P. Grossman •Cathy Peduzzi •Melissa S. Sterling |
When: Thursday, March 1, 2012, 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Where: Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School West Cafeteria & Gym
Join us for our second annual Eco-Fest, an event designed to educate and inform residents about the benefits of a greener, more environmentally friendly community.
Event includes:
- Hands-on activities for kids
- Displays and information from environmentally conscious organizations
- Give-aways
- Food for purchase at a nominal cost from Whole Foods Market to benefit the Colonial School Garden
Documents & Forms:
Register with the Township Parks & Recreation Department at 610-828-7276
2012 Eco-Fest brought to you by: Whitemarsh Township, Plymouth Township, the Colonial School District, Conshohocken Fellowship House, and Whole Foods of Plymouth Meeting
When: Monday, March 12, 2012 from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: William Jeanes Memorial Library (4051 Joshua Road)
Cost: Free if pre-registered. $5 if registering at the door
Ever wonder if the weeds growing in your yard or flower beds are more than just nuisance? Learn about the invasive plant species that are pervasive in our region, why they pose a threat to our local ecology, and the best tactics for controlling them. Joanne Donahue, manager of Land Restoration at the Schuylkill Center will share the best methods for controlling invasive plants and reclaiming your yard and flower beds with native alternatives.
Register with the Township Parks & Recreation Department at 610-828-7276
When: Tuesday, March 20, 2012 from 7 pm - 8 pm
Where: Whitemarsh Township Building (616 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill)
Cost: Free if pre-registered. $5 if registering at the door
Techniques, tools, and timing of proper pruning of perennials, trees and shrubs will be discussed to get gardeners prepared for spring.
Register with the Township Parks & Recreation Department at 610-828-7276
When: Thursday, April 12, 2012 from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Township Parks & Recreation Building (4021 Joshua Road, Lafayette Hill, PA)
Cost: Free if pre-registered. $5 if registering at the door
Learn tips and tricks for managing your home garden without the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. Camila Rivera-Tinsley, Education Farm Manager at the Schuylkill Center will share the basics of integrated pest management and strategies of growing healthy food you can feel good about!
Register with the Township Parks & Recreation Department at 610-828-7276
When: Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 7 pm to 8 pm
Where: Koontz Park Building
Cost: Free if pre-registered. $5 if registering at the door
This "Going Green" program will be about making lifestyle changes such as home and garden methods, alternative energy, and protecting water resources, all ways in which people can contribute to maintaining a more sustainable environment. The topic of integrated pest management will also be discussed.
Register with the Township Parks & Recreation Department at 610-828-7276
Whitemarsh Township
616 Germantown Pike
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Phone: (610) 825-3535
Fax: (610) 825-9416
Hours:
Monday - Friday
9 AM to 5 PM
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