Bellingham Celebrate Arbor Day Sept. 18

Celebrate the magnificent trees of Elizabeth Park during an Arbor Day celebration planned 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010.

This free event offers guided tree walks by James Luce, City Arborist, at 10:30 a.m. around Elizabeth Park, Bellingham Mayor Dan Pike will read an Arbor Day proclamation at noon, and a tree climbing demonstration is planned at 12:30 p.m. There will also be opportunities to ask an arborist questions about trees, build a nesting box, and participate in special activities for children.

Partners in this event include Bellingham Parks & Recreation, Tree Keepers and the North Cascades Audubon Society. http://www.piersystem.com/go/doc/1264/893599/