Celebrate Earth Day with the Town of Leland!
Join us on April 22 from 5–8 p.m. at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, located at 1212 Magnolia Village Way. Participants can enjoy a variety of activities throughout the evening.
Each participant will receive a 4-cell seed-starting tray, organic soil, and a variety of seeds. Seed varieties include vegetables, herbs, and native flowers. You will learn how to care for and plant the seedlings once they mature.
Carolina Green Clothing Recyclers will collect gently used clothing and shoes. Donations will be sorted and rehomed to local charities, keeping usable clothing out of landfills and in circulation for those in need.
6-7:30 p.m.
Listen to Matt Collogan of the North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension explain the history and possible future uses of the 3,000+ acre Eagles Island, nestled between Brunswick and New Hanover counties along the Cape Fear River. This session covers the rich history of rice cultivation, Gullah Geechee culture, shipbuilding, and the ecological diversity that makes this island unique.
Participants can also visit booths hosted by We Live Here and the Leland Area Garden Club.
We Live Here Leland serves the community through projects like litter cleanups, tree planting, and advocating for improved biking and walking trails. They also take part in Town events like Lend a Hand in Leland.
The Leland Area Garden Club is a new nonprofit and social group focused on creating a more resilient landscape in the greater Leland area. Their efforts include planting native and pollinator gardens, installing bluebird boxes, and working with local and state partners to incorporate native plants into landscaping plans.