Central Florida’s growth over the past 150 years has been astounding, but it’s also taken a significant toll on our environment.
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As part of its 150th anniversary celebration, the Orlando Sentinel will host a panel discussion about environmental issues facing our area. The event will take place this Thursday, May 14, at the 4Roots Farm Campus in Orlando, from 5 to 7 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public, but attendees must register in advance. Sign up for tickets at OrlandoSentinel.com/RSVP.
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The Sentinel’s panel will feature representatives from key environmental groups. Among the participants are Julie Wraithmell, Vice President and Executive Director of Audubon Florida; Kim Dinkins, Policy and Planning Director for 1000 Friends of Florida; and Ashley Rearden, Director of Conservation for the East Coast Zoological Foundation.
John Rivers, CEO of 4R Restaurant Group and chairman of 4Roots – our event site – will also share information about his group’s environmental work.
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Space is limited, so please secure your tickets as soon as possible.