Earth Day 2010

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Community Earth Day Event

Final Agenda

Olathe Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day
Hosted by the City of Olathe and the Olathe Chamber of Commerce

Thursday, April 22 ~ 9 am to 6 pm
(In case of inclement weather, the event will be held Friday, April 23- alternate agenda)

Activities will include food, recycling, presentations and information on how to be earth friendly.

Healthridge Fitness Center (17800 W 106th St, Corporate Ridge Business Park)
9 am to 1 pm

Good Neighbors and Good Stewards of the Earth Presentations

  • Learn how to compost at home at a hands-on presentation by the Johnson County Extension Master Gardeners (and don’t forget to check out their booth for information on Kansas Healthy Yards and Communities!)
  • Learn how you can use less and save more at home and at your business
  • Learn about organizations that are making a difference in our community
  • See agenda for speaker details

For more information/to RSVP

RSVPs are not required but are requested to ensure that we can accommodate all interested attendees.  Contact Sharyn Mueller at 913-971-8956 for more information or to RSVP.

Corporate Ridge Business Park (Near Farmers Insurance Building, 10551 S Ridgeview Rd)
11 am to 6 pm

Food

  • Hy-Vee grilled burgers from 11 am to 6 pm on south side of Farmer’s Insurance for $5 per person
  • Buy fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables at a Farmers Market

Recycling and More from 11 am to 6 pm!

  • Check your gas cap, courtesy of the City of Olathe Municipal Services
  • Recycle paper, plastic, and aluminum
  • Get rid of e-waste for a modest fee:  the cost for old computers and small electronics is $3; CRT monitors are $10; television sets are $15
  • Shred old documents at INTRUST Bank between 1 pm and 5 pm
  • Recycle ink and toner cartridges
  • Drop off old Cell Phones for recycling
  • Tour Farmers’ high-tech disaster van (unless they’re disaster bound!)
  • Put your name in the hat for a free rain barrel donated by KCP&L or an Instant Hot Water pump from Grundfos.
  • The first 1,200 attendees will receive a reusable tote!
  • Find green products and services at dozens of booths from earth friendly businesses and organizations

Thursday, April 22nd at 6:30 pm (rain or shine)

Drop by the Olathe Library, 201 E Park, to find out how Olathe has grown greener over the last four decades.