Volunteers are invited to a ceremonial tree planting on 1st Avenue East in Cedar Rapids. Trees will be planted along 1st Avenue to add additional beauty and environmental benefits to this important thoroughfare. The event will take place in front of Cottage Grove Place, 2115 First Avenue SE. Volunteers should dress for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes if possible, and wear gloves. Volunteers do not need to have special skills or training and all ages are welcome. Volunteers can bring shovels and other tools, but should mark them clearly with their names.
When: Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 3:30 pm (volunteers can come 30 minutes early to help with set-up)
Rain Date: Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 1:00 pm (volunteers can come 30 minutes early to help with set-up)
Where: Along First Avenue East in front of Cottage Grove Place, 2115 First Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
Event Sponsors: This planting is sponsored by Alliant Energy and has been organized in cooperation with the Cedar Rapids Public Works Forestry Program.
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