This year Salmon Arm is going big with Earth Day celebrations planned for both April 21 and 22.
Earth Day inspired a collaborative effort between the Salmon Arm Arts Centre, Song Sparrow Hall and Downtown Salmon Arm. The organizers say they are excited about connections between the arts and sustainability that naturally came together. They expressed appreciation for the efforts of many participants working to make it a vibrant event.
The 2023 Earth Day gathering will be a free, public event at the Ross Street Plaza on Saturday, April 22 from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
The stage will feature: three-minute talks by Earth-focused organizations; Secwépemc storytelling with Kenthen Thomas; story time with Ardie Burnham; and Earth-inspired music with Clea Roddick.
In the plaza the public will find sustainability projects and booths, electric vehicles on display, the Project Grow…