Village Of Winnetka: Earth Day Is April 22

Press release from the Village of Winnetka:

April 16, 2021

Residents are encouraged to celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2021. Earth Day has become a globally-recognized day dedicated to protecting our environment. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day is now celebrated in more than 190 countries.In addition to Earth Day, residents are encouraged to celebrate Arbor Day on April 30, 2021. The Village of Winnetka invites residents to come to the Public Works facility at 1390 Willow Road to obtain FREE spruce tree seedlings. Arbor Day has been celebrated since the tradition first began in 1872 in Nebraska. Today Arbor Day is internationally recognized and celebrated in many countries around the world. Trees provide many social, ecological and economic benefits to our society worldwide. If you have any questions or need an inspection of your own trees, please call the Village Forester at 847-716-3289.

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