Kannapolis, N.C., April 20, 2009—The Kannapolis Environmental Stewardship Commission (ESC) and the Piedmont Farmers Market partnered for an Earth Day Extravaganza on Saturday, April 25. The 25th marked the the opening of the market for the summer season.
The event included many activities for families to help mark the day, including classes, information booths and games. “We are nearing the end of the first year for our environmental stewardship commission, and this was a great event for them,” said Kannapolis Community Outreach Coordinator Renee Goodnight. “As the commission matures we hope to provide more opportunities for community education.”
The celebration included:
Worm Farming by Carolina Organic Depot
Kannapolis Middle School Edible Schoolyard
Vegetarian Lifestyles sponsored by Inspired Garden
Education on Community Supported Agriculture by author Aaron Newton. Aaron’s book “A Nation of Farmers” was available for purchase
Bruster's Ice Cream Gift Card Giveaway (First 20 people to take recycling to Bi-Lo recycling station and participate in an interview)
The ESC has also sponsored a photography contest for City of Kannapolis School students. Their work was on display at the event, and winners were announced.
Prizes were awarded by Veolia Transportation.
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