Friday, March 7, 2008

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1) Tonight is First Fridays in Bixby Knolls. Listen to music, stroll up and down Atlantic Ave., savor food from restaurants, and see the work of local artists. Guest appearance by musician Brett Bixby (www.brettbixby.com)
www.firstfridayslongbeach.com

2) Theodore Payne wildflower hotline is now live! Call to find out where the flowers are blooming.
(818) 768-3533
www.theodorepayne.org

3) Litter Free Long Beach launches "Litter Stinks" persuasive poster contest for 6th-8th grade students. Find out the details by visiting the website:
www.litterfreelb.org

4) Community Tree Planting:
When: Saturday, March 8
Where: 6th and Santiago Ave., Long Beach, 90814
Time: 9 a.m. to noon (please arrive at 8:45 to sign-in)
Join Citizen Forester Brett Beck as he continues to beautify his Long Beach neighborhood. Last fall, Brett and his community planted magnolia and Australian willow trees on six city blocks. Now, he will lead another community planting on the parkway bordering Alamitos Heights and Little Rec Park. Group will be planting 30 Southern Magnolia and Sweetshade trees. Come out and be a part of the fun!
Meet near the corner of 6th St. and Santiago Ave. Follow the TreePeople signs!
What to Bring: Wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toe shoes. Don’t forget a water bottle, sunhat, sunscreen and your positive energy.
For more information or to sign up, contact Brett Beck @ 562-233-6945
Or: brett.beck@verizon.net.

Email LongBeachGreenGuide.com

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