MOTHER EARTH DAY RETURNS FOR 2024, PRESENTED BY PENFINANCIAL CREDIT UNION
Free admission event celebrating the environment and sustainability on Saturday, May 11, from 10 am - 3 pm at Firemen's Park
NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Mother Earth Day, presented by PenFinancial Credit Union and hosted by the Environmental Action Committee, returns to Firemen's Park on Saturday, May 11, from 10 am until 3 pm (rain or shine).
The free admission event offers a free tree giveaway, environmental demonstrations, youth activities, earth-friendly vendors, food & drinks and fun for the entire family - an excellent opportunity for residents to come together to learn, interact, and celebrate positive environmental action. Visit motherearthday.ca for a complete list of programming.
"PenFinancial Credit Union is thrilled to once again be the presenting sponsor of the City of Niagara Falls' Mother Earth Day,” said Reg Sonnenberg, Board Chair at PenFinancial Credit Union. "We are proud to support such an important event that means so much to the Niagara Falls community. Our purpose at PenFi is to improve lives and strengthen communities, and we feel that being a part of Mother Earth Day allows us to do just that. Protecting the environment, investing in sustainable business practices and supporting community events like this are how we live our Truly Local Commitment. We can’t wait to celebrate Mother Earth on Saturday, May 11th!”
Some of the free, interactive activities include:
Free Tree Giveaway
The Environmental Action Committee has prioritized engaging residents with an opportunity to do their part in enhancing the urban canopy. Funding has been provided to give away 500 native trees during the Mother Earth Day event starting at 10 am. Tree sizes will range from 1 to 2 gallons. Trees are reserved for City of Niagara Falls residents only and are limited to one per property. Trees will be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis. Photo identification will be requested.
Youth Activities
Youth activities provided by Heartland Forest and the Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee will occur throughout the day. Activities are free of charge and geared towards those ages two and over, including:
Heartland Forest Experience Train Ride
Butterfly Obstacle Course
Mother Baby Match Up
Science Experiment
Touch Table with Pelts & Skulls
Trivia Question with Spinning Wheel
Button/Collage Making
Garbage Basketball
Leaf Bashing Activities
Environmental and Wellness Demonstrations
Interactive environmental and wellness demonstrations will start at 10 am and run every half hour until 3 pm. All demonstrations will last between 20 to 30 minutes and will include the following:
Learning about Bee Hives with Rene Delaney from Small Scale Farms
Pollinator Plants with Land Care Niagara
Tai Chi with Steve Tang
Vendors and Environmental Exhibitors
The event will showcase a variety of environment-focused retail vendors as well as environmental exhibitors, providing educational opportunities for attendees.
Free Off-site Parking & Shuttle
In addition to the limited parking at Firemen's Park, attendees can take advantage of free off-site parking at Club Italia (2525 Montrose Road) and enjoy a complimentary shuttle to and from the event every half hour starting at 10 am.
Complimentary Bicycle Valet
Alternative modes of transportation are always encouraged. Bicycles can be stored safely for free throughout the day compliments of Amici Per La Vita Niagara Cycling Club from 10 am to 3 pm.
About The Environmental Action Committee
A volunteer committee appointed by City Council. The committee’s mandate is to encourage environmental responsibility and city-wide beautification, promote recreation and active transportation usage, and civic pride through community action. The Committee also advises City Council on issues regarding its mandate.
About PenFinancial Credit Union
PenFinancial Credit Union is a truly local values-based credit union committed to improving the lives its nearly 20,000 members and businesses. PenFinancial delivers a full range of financial services digitally and through a network of six branches across Niagara and Haldimand. Through their Truly Local Commitment, the credit union is a proud Certified B Corporation and Living Wage employer who invests a portion of their pre-tax profits into the communities it serves. PenFinancial is also proud to choose 100% renewable energy with Bullfrog Power as part of their commitment to environmental sustainability. For more information, visit penfinancial.com.
For more information, contact:
Jeff Guarasci
Community Development Coordinator
Recreation and Culture
P: 905-356-7521 ext. 3341 jguarasci@niagarafalls.ca
