[MCN] This Saturday at Free Cycles – Missoulians for Natural Grass Open House

[Jeremy Drake]

Hi neighbors,

You are invited to a *free*, family-friendly event on Saturday, January 10,
from 12–3 p.m. at Free Cycles, to protect natural grass at Ogren Park—and
beyond. *Watch
<https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/open-house-targets-ogren-park-turf-debate>
the NBC Montana feature.*

Hosted by MT Plastic Free and Families for a Livable Climate, *the
Missoulians for Natural Grass Open House aims to build public support for
keeping Missoula’s open spaces healthy for people and the planet*.

Learn about the impacts of artificial turf, share your experiences, and
participate in hands-on activities designed to spark conversation and civic
engagement.

Free popcorn, cookies, tea, and coffee!

*Event Details:*

   - *What:* Missoulians For Natural Grass Open House
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   *When: *Saturday, January 10th | 12–3 p.m., panel discussion at 1 p.m.
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   *Where: *Free Cycles, 732 S 1st St W, Missoula, MT 59801
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   *Cost:* Free and open to the public
   -

   *RSVP:* https://www.facebook.com/share/1Aj2Jmombq/
   - *Bonus:* Dress up like your favorite baseball player to win a prize!

*A live panel discussion and Q&A* will take place from *1–2 p.m.*,
moderated by *Youpa Stein (Co-Chair, Families for a Livable Climate Beyond
Plastics Working Group; MT Plastic Free)*, featuring:

   - *Alison Reintjes*, Grow Safe Non-Toxic Missoula
   - *Vicki Watson*, Professor Emeritus, Environmental Studies, UMontana
   - *Susan Teitelman*, Climate Resilience Specialist, Climate Smart
   Missoula
   - *Jeremy Drake*, MT Plastic Free

Thanks! I hope to see you there.

Jeremy
406-493-5793
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