Richmond Celebrates Environment Week 2006
11 April 2006
From Edible Bugs to the Planet Jupiter
The City of Richmond will be exploring everything from bugs and slugs to orbiting planets during Canadian Environment Week - a tribute dedicated to giving attention to the many aspects of the environment and the benefits of environmental protection. Events take place from May 28 until June 25, 2006.
In its fifth year of celebrating this important event, the City of Richmond will offer several activities, giving shrewd minds of all ages an opportunity to learn how to help make our planet a better place to live. By contributing a little time and effort, everyone can make a difference!
And if bugs aren’t your thing and Jupiter is too far out of this world, there are over 20 other fun and informative activities for all ages! Some of the events are:
- Alternative to Pesticides (South Arm Community Centre, June 3)
- Eagles in Our Backyard (Steveston Library, June 8)
- Going Green- with Science World (Cambie Community Centre, June 17)
- Island City by Bike Tour (Britannia Shipyard, June 4)
- Backyard and Worm Composting (Terra Nova Rural Park, June 11)
- Balcony Gardening (City Centre Community Centre, June 6)
- Fish Festivities (Ironwood Library, June 7)
- Kids Bug Workshop (Hamilton Community Centre, June 7)
- Seniors Nature Walk and Nature Journal Writing (Minoru Place Activity Centre, June 23)
- Recycled Art (Richmond Arts Centre, June 17)
The City Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services are partnering with community organizations including the Richmond Public Library, Science World, UBC, HR MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver Aquarium, Richmond Community Cycling Committee and Richmond Community Challenge.
Most of the programs are free or cost a nominal fee for supplies. About half require pre-registration by calling 604-276-4300. You may pick-up a copy of the Spring 2006 Recreation and Culture Guide at any City of Richmond Facilities.
When you locate the program number, you may book online through our Program Registration.
