DERWOOD, MD—It’s that time of year again—the Montgomery County Department of Parks annual Arbor Day celebration will be held Sunday, April 26 from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Agricultural History Farm Park, 18400 Muncaster Road in Derwood.
“Each year, our Arbor Day celebration is a chance to show our commitment to Montgomery County’s trees and forests,” said Department of Parks Arborist/Urban Forester Jeanne Kavinski. “This year, expect some old favorites and some new faces in the lineup of events.”
The schedule of activities for the 2009 Montgomery Parks Arbor Day celebration includes:
- 11:30 am – Twinbrook Story Tellers at the hay bales
- 12:00 noon – A performance by Oh Susannah! on the main stage
- 1:00 pm – Feathers the Clown on the main stage
- 1:15 pm – Montgomery County Tree City USA award and Champion Tree awards on the main stage
- 1:30 pm – Twinbrook Story Tellers at the hay bales
- 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Grammy® Award-winning Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer on the main stage
Throughout the day, event goers will also enjoy the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Scales and Tales program, music by The Cider Press Boys, balloon art with Jenny Henry the Clown, wood sculpting demonstrations by Masters of the Chainsaw, tree planting and tree climbing demonstrations, costumed characters: Johnny Appleseed, Smokey Bear and Woody the Tree. Food available from Branded ’72 Pit Barbecue (formerly O’Brien’s) and Carmen’s Italian Ice, FREE hayrides, face painting, giveaways, popcorn, treasure hunt and games with prizes for kids and more.
“Join us for a tree-mendous day of fun, food and games,” added Kavinski!
Arbor Day is FREE and open to the public. The event takes place rain or shine. Parking is also FREE for all guests. The first 400 Arbor Day visitors receive FREE tree seedlings.
“Trees are one of the few truly renewable and sustainable resources that improve air and water quality, contribute to a healthier environment, and ultimately enhance the quality of life in our communities,” said Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett.
For the 14th year, Montgomery County has been recognized with the designation of Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to tree planting and tree care. Montgomery County met the four standards necessary to become a Tree City USA by having a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.
For more on the Montgomery Parks Arbor Day Celebration, visit www.AgHistoryFarm.org.
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Contact:
Kelli Holsendolph
Media Relations Manager
Montgomery County Department of Parks
301-650-2866