Get ready to roll up your sleeves and go green, Norman citizens, because the City of Norman's Environmental Services, along with community partners, is gearing up for a celebration of sustainability starting March 22 and spanning over nine weeks. This series of eco-friendly events, aptly titled the "Green Norman Eco-bration," promises a blend of education and hands-on activities, all designed to deepen our connection with the environment at no cost to participants, as mentioned on the City of Norman website.
In line with World Water Day, you can dive into the inner workings of our water supply with a tour of the Water Reclamation Facility on March 22 from 1 PM to 2 PM, where you'll not only learn about the journey our water takes before reaching our faucets, but also the research endeavors, some in partnership with the University of Oklahoma, aimed at improving water treatment processes. Be sure to register online for a firsthand glimpse at this essential civic operation.
Channel your inner gardener at the Native Plant Workshop held at The Well on April 4 between 9 AM and 11 AM, where you'll have the chance to make seed bombs and understand how native plants are vital to local pollinators; registration is required, so don't miss out on this opportunity to get a little dirt under your fingernails for a good cause, as per City's official website.
The artistic flavor of environmental stewardship will be on display with the Eighth Installation of Artful Inlets taking place April 16-17 at Rotary Park where visitors can observe artists turning humble storm drains into public canvases from 9 AM to 4 PM, the Great American Cleanup Kickoff Event follows with a Watershed Cleanup at Eastwood Park, where volunteers are tasked with gathering trash and excising invasive flora, all in a collective effort to preserve and beautify our shared spaces. For those eager to make a tangible difference in their community's health and aesthetics, this event is a prime opportunity.
