Even
though Earth Day has passed, find ways to celebrate the earth all month long!
There are still many events going on in the community and on campus that
promote a sustainable, beautiful world. The following are just a few of the
things you can do to celebrate the earth you love.
APRIL
27
Arbor Day
Iowa State University Department of Residence
SAVE Ongoing ISU Campus
The
Department of Residence and Central Stores collects gently used clothing,
furniture and working electronics and unopened, non-perishable food items from
students during spring semester move-out. The food items will be donated to
either Bethesda or MICA food pantries. The clothing, furniture and electronics
will be donated to Goodwill allowing items to be reused and keeping them out of
the landfills.
Yard Waste Free Day 8AM-4PM
Chamness Technology
Participants
may dispose of yard waste, lawn clippings, branches, shrubs or brush
Iowa Naturally Preview Weekend
9AM-4:30PM
Tour
the Gardens and enjoy garden inspired sculpture created by artists with Iowa
ties. Ten to fifteen sculptures will be nestled in the landscape creating
beautiful displays sure to inspire. See something you like? All the sculptures
in this juried show will be for sale with a portion benefiting the Gardens.
Arbor Day at the Arboretum
10AM-1PM Story County Arboretum
Join
Charity Nebbe, host of Iowa Public Radio’s Talk of Iowa, as she plants a tree
at the Arboretum. Free trees will be given away during the event. Activities
include paper making, wood turning, beekeeping and more. Joan
Klostermann-Ketels will be signing her book Personali Trees. Free to the
public.
Organic Sale Wheatsfield
Save
10% on certified organic products throughout the store (on items not already on
sale, non-members save 5%). In addition, meet with environmentally-minded
groups from around the community.
APRIL
28
Iowa State University Department of Residence
SAVE Ongoing ISU Campus
The
Department of Residence and Central Stores collects gently used clothing,
furniture and working electronics and unopened, non-perishable food items from
students during spring semester move-out. The food items will be donated to
either Bethesda or MICA food pantries. The clothing, furniture and electronics
will be donated to Goodwill allowing items to be reused and keeping them out of
the landfills.
Iowa Naturally Preview Weekend
9AM-4:30PM
Tour
the Gardens and enjoy garden inspired sculpture created by artists with Iowa
ties. Ten to fifteen sculptures will be nestled in the landscape creating
beautiful displays sure to inspire. See something you like? All the sculptures
in this juried show will be for sale with a portion benefiting the Gardens.
APRIL
29
Iowa State University Department of Residence
SAVE Ongoing ISU Campus
The
Department of Residence and Central Stores collects gently used clothing,
furniture and working electronics and unopened, non-perishable food items from
students during spring semester move-out. The food items will be donated to
either Bethesda or MICA food pantries. The clothing, furniture and electronics
will be donated to Goodwill allowing items to be reused and keeping them out of
the landfills.
Story County Youth Volunteer Awards
7:00-8:30PM Sun Room and South Ballroom, Memorial Union
Celebrate
the young volunteers of Story County at this reception!
APRIL
30
Iowa State University Department of Residence
SAVE Ongoing ISU Campus
The
Department of Residence and Central Stores collects gently used clothing,
furniture and working electronics and unopened, non-perishable food items from
students during spring semester move-out. The food items will be donated to
either Bethesda or MICA food pantries. The clothing, furniture and electronics
will be donated to Goodwill allowing items to be reused and keeping them out of
the landfills.
The Green Umbrella Memorial Union Food Court
Fundraiser 3:30-7PM Memorial Union
Support
the Green Umbrella by purchasing food in the food court! A portion of your
purchase will go back to the organization and help create sustainable events on
campus!
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