News Flash

Celebrate locally with us this weekend (and every day!)

Come to Old Mill Park tomorrow, Saturday, April 22, for the city's annual Earth Day Festival. This FREE festival is filled with interactive activities, live music, delicious food, and much more. From citizen science projects to art contests, and live music to live animals, there is something for everyone! More info, including shuttle locations, can be found on earthdayfred.com. 

Helpful Tips for Environmental Sustainability in Fredericksburg:

• Learn about the City's "Bring Your Own Bag" campaign: https://youtu.be/DgO3mxn0Xrg.
• Remember to refuse, rethink, reduce, reuse and then recycle. Watch our overview of recycling at the Belman Road Convenience Center for City and Stafford residents: https://youtu.be/6w_XgxMlelQ 
• Learn about the City's efforts to help keep the Rappahannock River Clean and Green, including the trash grabber program along the trail: https://youtu.be/_StUuM0zIGA
• Find out how to compost with Master Gardener Jonathan Stevens: https://fb.watch/k2dih-g3ku/ 
• Learn more about the Fredericksburg Clean & Green Commission's Sustainability Awards: https://www.cleanandgreenfxbg.com 

Find more resources for living sustainably in Fredericksburg on our website: https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/1820/Environmental-Sustainability-Program