March 10, 2009 (Santee)–Santee invites the public to participate in "SanTree Fest," an Earth Day celebration from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14th at Mast Park, located at 9125 Carlton Hills Blvd. Festivities begin at 9:45 with a nature walk departing from a trail entrance at the northwest side of the Wal-Mart parking lot. A community tree planting event follows at 10:15. Live bluegrass music by Virtual Strangers, kids’ crafts, pot-a-plant with Lowe’s, environmental and informational booths will also be available. In addition, local restaurants will provide samples of healthy foods–all free! Park at Carlton Hills Elementary or Wal-Mart, as there is no parking onsite. Participants in tree planting and the river park cleanup must sign a waiver (or have a parent/guardian sign for those under 18. Waivers are available onsite or at the Santee website. More Info: http://www.ci.santee.ca.us/Index.aspx?page =8&recordid=656
