DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — BROOKLYN’S CIVIL COURT, located at 141 Livingston St., will make a special celebration of Earth Day for the second year in a row on Wednesday.
Hosted by the 141 Horticulture Committee and co-sponsored by the Kings County Subcommittee of the Equal Justice Implementation Committee, the event is designed to call attention to plants, flowers and the overall beautification of the interior of 141 Livingston St. Hon. Ellen Edwards, the mastermind behind the celebration, said that the goal of the get-together is to bring more life to the building, clean the air and respect the earth. The first Earth Day was held in 1970, sparked by growing concerns about environmental damage
and pollution. It is observed in over 193 countries and engages over a billion people worldwide. Earth Day motivates people to take concrete steps to protect the environment, such as reducing waste, conserving energy and advocating for policy changes. It aims to educate the public about environmental issues and encourage a sense of responsibility for the planet.
Participants will exchange plants, propagate cuttings, replant larger plants and repurpose containers. The plants are slated to reside in various locations, including courtrooms, jury rooms, offices and chambers.
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