Gumdrop Swap will be an exhibitor at the
"Party for the Planet" event at the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, CT on April 21, 2012. This is in honor of Earth Day. This is a perfect opportunity to let my local
community know of Gumdrop Swap and my mission to keep kids clothes,
books, and toys out of our landfills. We "recycle" damaged clothing into
new apparel, accessories, and quilts. This is my 3rd year as a participant!
The Zoo is offering environmental education activities, amazing
animal encounters, and fun for the whole family. This conservation
themed bash will take place on Saturday, April 21 (Sunday, April 22 is canceled due to expected rain) and will shine a light on initiatives that
make our planet a more sustainable place to live.
This event is FREE
with paid admission to the Zoo.
"Party for the Planet is the largest Earth Day celebration in North
America and we want everyone to get in on the action by visiting the Zoo
this weekend!" said Gregg Dancho, Zoo Director. "It's up to all of us
to play our part in saving the planet and making our community a
healthier place to live for people, animals, and all living things."
Party for the Planet encourages local, organic, earth-friendly
choices as a way of promoting better health for our planet and
ourselves. Environmentally friendly vendors will be on hand with
everything from green cleaning products and recycled fashion accessories
to better lawn care for humans and wildlife. The Mudpuppies and by The
Environmental Hootenanny with Tom Calliman and Ann Shapiro will perform
at the Peacock Pavilion.
To highlight the Zoo's ongoing connection to nature and support of
the arts, Kim Kuzina has created a large sculpture of the earth, which
greets visitors at the Zoo's front entrance and will remain outdoors
year round. Kuzina, a Middletown resident, creates art that honors the
beauty she finds outdoors.
UPDATE: Here is a photo from 2012 event. It turned out to be a beautiful day!
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