Celebrate Earth Day with us by reimagining the 3-R's! In this informal webinar led by PA Master Naturalist and Penn State Extension Master Gardener, Diane Harshberger and Penn State Extension Master Gardener trainee, Patti Flowers Jacobina, learn practical ways to Reduce plastic use. Share ideas to Request non-plastic products from businesses. Respond to the global plastics crisis painlessly in your own daily home routine. This free program is offered via Zoom and interested participants can register at: http://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqd-igpjgjHdQA-XY7k5MP_EZn9B26z1ZG.  Contact JoAnn Thistlethwaite at joann@thistlethwaite.net for more information.

Volunteers are needed for our annual roadside cleanup in the Ligonier Valley, where over 50 miles of state and township roadsides will be picked up in this community-wide event!  Contact Josh Penatzer at (724) 238-7560 ext. 2# for more information or to register!

LWA's annual membership dinner meeting is a great time for camaraderie and reflection on our recent accomplishments in conservation. Join other members for a relaxing evening, buffet dinner and Silent Auction at Rizzo's Malabar Inn located in Crabtree. Invitations will be mailed in early April. Contact Cathy Johnston at (724) 238-7560 ext. 3# for reservations.

The 7th Annual Loyalhanna Sojourn is a great day on the water!  As in past events, the event will begin at the Cardinal Park launch in Latrobe and continue 9 miles downstream to the take out launch at Gray Wing Park in New Alexandria.  Paddlers of all ages and levels of experience are welcome to attend this one-day float!  Registration cost is $20 per person and includes event insurance, shuttle transportation, refreshments and a commemorative t-shirt.  Register online at www.latroberecreation.org. 

The second annual Loyalhanna Brewfest is the pefect way to kick off your summer! This outdoor festival at the Watershed Farm will feature local craft breweries, scrumptious food vendors and live entertainment by Right Turn Clyde! General Admission tickets are available for purchase at $25 each, and those attending as "Designated Drivers" are able to purchase a discount ticket for $10 (plus applicable fees). Check back for the ticket link through Eventbrite, coming soon!

The Annual Farm-to-Table Harvest Dinner has become a community fan-favorite summer event! Enjoy delectable food and beverages available for purchase from many of your favorite Ligonier Country Market vendors, and spend an evening outdoors at the market grounds listening to live music. Cost for admission/parking is only $5.00 per person, with all proceeds benefitting LWA's free community education programs.  Contact Susan for additional information at (724) 238-7560, ext. 1#.