People who have certain chronic diseases, like diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, are at an increased risk of severe COVID-19 illness. Therefore, it is especially important to maintain good health during this pandemic. The Prince George’s County Health Department is taking registrations NOW for its latest round of Living Well Chronic Disease Self-Management Program classes. The classes are FREE and meet online every Thursday afternoon starting May 6th, 2021. The program is led by trained instructors who help you develop healthier lifestyles and make an action plan!
Sign up now by e-mailing wellnessinfo@co.pg.md.us or calling (301) 856-9643. The link to the program will be emailed to registered participants prior to the start of the program. Visit health.mypgc.us/LivingWell for additional information.
The County Executive, Angela Alsobrooks has launch the “Growing Green with Pride” which is the community clean-up program for Prince George’s County. County Executive Alsobrooks is requesting that you, citizens of this County for a day of beautification. We will beautify our communities by picking up roadside litter on County roadways.
The “Growing Green with Pride” event is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2021. The Camp Springs Civic Association, Inc (CSCA) will be participating in the community clean-up event scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
We are soliciting volunteers to participate in this collaborative effort to keep our Community clean. If you are interested in joining us for the “Growing Green With Pride” clean-up, please meet us on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the 2nd Avenue Thrift Store parking lot located at 6307 Allentown Road (Allentown and Old Branch Avenue) at 8:00 am at which time you will be assigned an area and receive supplies. The areas that are scheduled to be cleaned are: Old Branch Avenue from Allentown Road to Manchester Drive; Allentown Road, from underpass on Allentown Road to Brinkley Road and Brinkley Road from Allentown Road to Temple Hills Road.
Please note that you will be provided with a safety vest, litter grabber, trash bags and gloves. However, we are asking that you bring your own gloves because the County provides thin plastic gloves and for your safety it is recommended that you use garden or work gloves. Just a reminder that the safety vest and litter grabber will need to be return at the end of the clean-up.
We are asking for your support in keeping our community clean by showing up on Saturday, May 1, 2021“Growing Green with Pride”
For more information, contact: Linda Lowe Public Information Officer Department of the Environment (301) 836-2115
Happy Earth Day! Celebrate Earth Day Every Day in Prince George’s County
Largo, MD – Today, April 22, is the day Earth Day is officially celebrated, but your Prince George’s County Government invites you to enjoy Earth Day Every Day in 2021 and beyond.
“Taking care of Mother Earth is more important than ever,” says Acting Director Michelle Russell. “As we continue to practice social distancing, there are virtual opportunities and do-it-yourself activities that can show our commitment to protect and restore our planet.”
Throughout April, the Department of the Environment has been sharing information, tips, programs, and resources that County citizens and residents can do to give back to the planet and your community. These virtual Earth Day and Earth Month Activities are ways to bring your family, friends, and community together to do something positive.
Here are five ways to safely celebrate Earth Day:
Ditch the car and walk, ride your bike, or carpool to get from place to place. The fewer cars that are on the road, the better off it is for our environment.
Recycle, reduce and reuse! It’s our job to minimize the amount of waste going to our landfills.
Plant a tree. Trees are a big part of our Earth, and planting one will add to the health and wellness of the world we live in.
Stop drinking bottled water. If you stop drinking bottled water, you help keep plastic out of the landfills and waterways.
Don’t litter! Properly dispose of all waste materials in the correct receptacles or containers and help clean up litter and debris within your neighborhoods and communities so you can stay Prince George’s Proud.
For more information on how you can celebrate Earth Day Every Day or participate in virtual events happening throughout the County, visit bit.ly/PGCEarthDayEveryDay.
