Earth Celebration Day & Recycle Fundraiser 2023

Earth Celebration Day & Recycle Fundraiser 2023

Saturday April 22nd, 2023 * 11:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Our 2023 Earth Celebration will happen at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa.
The Institute celebrates spring with environmental exhibitors, live music, environmental artists and artisans, a student art show and more.
Spend a day in the park and celebrate spring and the Earth!
Yard Sale Fundraiser: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Earth Celebration: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Earth Celebration Day features:
• Eco-Friendly Exhibitors
• Artist Vendors
• Paper Shredding by OSI
• Goodwill Truck Pick Up
• Eye Glasses, Cell Phone & Aluminum Tab Recycling by WALL Lions Club
• Battery Collecting by Christ United Methodist Church
Plus, Franklin Co. Commissioners Earth Day Proclamation
Also featuring Environmental Artists and Craftsmen
• Student Art Show
• Environmental Artistry Award 
For more info: info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org
Fundraiser: Bring Cash!
• Decorated Rain Barrel Silent Auction
• Raffle Items
• Bake Sale
• Food Trucks: Maddie Ann’s Perogies, Salt & Brie, and Bricello’s Caterers & Grilled Formaggio
Live Music by Mountain Air!
Recycle/Reuse Yard Sale 2023, The Institute

Recycle/Reuse Yard Sale 2023, The Institute

April 22nd, 2023 * 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event coinciding with Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art.
Your throw-aways may be just what someone else is looking for.
Make some extra cash for yourself, your family, or your organization.
And The Institute makes money on the space rentals!
Shoppers attend and browse for free!
Table space is just a flat fee of $25—bring your own table.
See the Yard Sale flier and registration form here.
Event will take place outdoors in Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro, Pa.
Please come prepared for an outdoor day.
Rain location: Waynesboro Area Middle School.
Contact us at (717) 762-0373 or info@natureandcultureinstitute.org 
‘Get to Know Nature: Learning then Conserving’ at Conococheague Institute

‘Get to Know Nature: Learning then Conserving’ at Conococheague Institute

Saturday April 15th, 2023 * 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Prepare for Earth Day 2023 (April 22nd) by attending this wild event at CI and learn the importance of conservation!
We’ve partnered with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Conococheague Audubon, Wonderfully Wild, Miller’s Wildlife, F&M Trust and the Franklin County Libraries Bookmobile to provide activities that will bring nature to you.
Don’t miss a special animal encounter program by Wonderfully Wild at 11am that provides a fun and educational way to help foster a love of our natural world, and a unique bird of prey flight display with Miller’s Wildlife at 1pm, along with the chance to to see various rescue birds up close on the glove.
Their programs consist of a variety of small mammals, reptiles, owls and falcons from around the world. By understanding that the Earth we seek to protect through conservation has a GLOBAL impact, not just locally, we can see the results of actions we take.
  • 11am ‘Wonderfully Wild’ Animal Encounter Program (Sponsored by F+M Trust)
  • Tree Conservation: Learn how to plant trees with us for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, and take a tree home to plant yourself
  • 1pm ‘Miller’s Wildlife’ History of Falconry Program with flight display (Sponsored by F+M Trust)
  • Conococheague Audubon Society, Bird Activities and crafts
  • Nature Crafts for Kids and Adults! Make a ‘Seed Bomb or a Simple Bird Feeder (Sponsored by F+M Trust)
  • Medicinal Plant walks
  • Franklin County Bookmobile
  • Climate Change and Forest Preservation talks
The special live creature programs and take home activity kits are made possible by a generous contribution from F&M Trust Bank. Their sponsorship of the event brings these unique experiences available to our community. Thank you!
Earth Celebration Day & Recycle Fundraiser 2023

Earth Celebration Day 2022, The Institute

Saturday April 23rd, 2022 * 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Our 2022 Earth Celebration will happen at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa.
Spend a day in the park and celebrate spring and the Earth!
Yard Sale Fundraiser: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. • Earth Celebration: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Earth Celebration Day features:
• Environmental Exhibitors
• Paper Shredding by OSI
• Goodwill Truck Pick Up
• Drug Take-Back by Washington Township Police
• Eye Glasses & Cell Phone Recycling by WALL Lions Club
Plus, Franklin Co. Commissioners Earth Day Proclamation at 1:30 p.m.
Also featuring Environmental Artists and Craftsmen
• Student Art Show
• Environmental Artistry Award 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy the Educational Experience of the: Pennsylvania WoodMobile!
For more info: info@NatureAndCultureInstitute.org
Fundraiser: Bring Cash!
• Decorated Rain Barrel Silent Auction
• Raffle Items
• Bake Sale
• Food Trucks: Jenni’s Knife & Spork and McCoy Pop-Up Pizzas
Enjoy Live Music by Mountain Air!
Recycle/Reuse Yard Sale 2023, The Institute

Recycle/Reuse Yard Sale 2022, The Institute

Saturday April 23rd, 2022 * 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event coinciding with Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art.
Your throw-aways may be just what someone else is looking for.
Make some extra cash for yourself, your family, or your organization and The Institute makes money on the space rentals!
Shoppers attend and browse for free!
Download the Yard Sale flier and registration form here.
Event will take place outdoors in Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro, Pa. Please come prepared for an outdoor day. Rain location: Waynesboro Area Middle School.
Contact us at (717) 762-0373 or info@natureandcultureinstitute.org