Good to know
- What’s included: Your ticket covers food, two drink tickets valid for beer or wine and a swag bag on your way out.
- Seating: There is no assigned seating, so feel free to sit wherever you like.
- Zero-waste event: We are keeping tonight zero waste in partnership with the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio. Look for the sorting stations and compost carts, and follow the posted labels when disposing of items.
- Green Carpet: Be sure to snap a photo at the Green Carpet before you leave!
| Time | Program / Activity | Details & Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 6 p.m. | Doors Open: Registration & Silent Auction | Food station, signature cocktails, Green Carpet photos, live music, and silent auction opening. |
| 6:50 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. | Speakers and the State of Our Urban Forest |
Welcome & Introduction
• John McNamara, Green Columbus board president
Low Canopy in Central Ohio & How Green Columbus Is Taking Action
• Shelly Douglas, executive director
Climate Change, Sustainability, and Science
• Jason Cervenec, education and engagement director, Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center at The Ohio State University
Why Do We Need More Shade Trees on Columbus City Schools Campuses?
• Jeffery Roe, director of buildings and grounds, Columbus City Schools
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| 7:45 p.m. | Silent Auction Closing & Live Music | Silent auction closes! Enjoy live music and drinks. |
| 8:20 p.m. | Live Tree Auction | Live bidding on selected trees from the Green Columbus tree nursery in Linden. |
| 8:35 p.m. | Closing Remarks & Announcements | Shelly Douglas, executive director |
| 8:45 p.m. | Closing Song | Interactive community sing-along. |
| 9 p.m. | Event Concludes | Event wrap-up. |
With deepest gratitude to our sponsors, donors, volunteers and partners who make our mission possible every day.
Thank you for helping us grow a greener Columbus.
