VGCC invites Earth Day participants

Vance-Granville Community College is planning to hold Earth Day festivities at three campuses this year, and organizers are inviting members of the community to participate.

 

Earth Day 2014 celebrations will be held on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County, South Campus (between Butner and Creedmoor) and Franklin County Campus (near Louisburg) on Tuesday, April 22, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at each location.

 

Each year, these events seek to educate the college and community about conservation and the natural world in a fun, informative setting. VGCC faculty and staff members will be on hand with information and demonstrations related to their particular areas of expertise, and students will present their own projects and artwork. To promote both healthy living and a healthy planet, the Main Campus and South Campus events are scheduled to feature “fun” runs/walks around the campus.

 

Businesses, community groups and individuals who are involved in natural sciences and environmental efforts, including sustainable agriculture, wildlife, energy and “green” practices, are encouraged to join the event.

 

There is no charge for participants to set up a booth, but space is limited.

 

For more information about reserving your spot at Earth Day at Main Campus, call VGCC science instructor Dr. Dan Settles at (252) 738-3449 or e-mail settles@vgcc.edu .

 

For Earth Day at South Campus, call Geraldine Cash at (252) 738-3506 .

 

For Earth Day at Franklin Campus, call Diane Hunt at (252) 738-3600 .

 

Above: Raleigh-based American Wildlife Refuge director Steve Stone educates VGCC students and guests about his birds during the 2013 Earth Day festival on the college’s main campus. (VGCC photo)