Ellington To Celebrate Earth Day In Community Event

Ellington to Celebrate Earth Day

Ellington's Earth Day Celebration will occur on Saturday, April 20th from 10 am - 2 pm on the Town Green and Nellie McKnight Museum property, 70 Main St. A free, fun-filled day of entertainment, refreshments, games, activities, shopping, and learning opportunities are planned from over 75 participants. Individuals of all ages can check out local businesses, organizations, and vendors promoting practices that can make Ellington even more eco-friendly.

Residents can pick up garbage bags from Ellington Public Works to " Clean Up Your Neighborhood". A dumpster will be provided at the event to deposit the trash. Residents can also drop off, clothing and textiles, household furniture, bottles, and cans. All items can be dropped off by pulling into the drive-thru driveway at the Nellie McKnight Museum 70 Main St. Ellington Youth Services will conduct a "Vape Take Back" at their booth on the green.

Multiple food vendors along Church St. will have many options for breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

The 2024 exhibit at the Nellie McKnight Museum, It Happened in Ellington…Believe It or Not, will be open during the Earth Day event. It will feature intriguing stories in Ellington’s history and famous people who once called Ellington their home. Visitors will be amazed and a bit surprised at the stories to be shared.

All activities are free and open to all.