"Celebrate Citrus"

April 1, 2011 Yesterday I posted comments about the sweet smell of the citrus blossoms. Tomorrow you will have the opportunity to join the Inland Orange Conservancy's annual "Celebrate Citrus" event. From 1-4 p.m. attendees can sample unique varieties of locally grown citrus. The event is held at Redlands' Prospect Park grove at Highland Avenue and Cajon Street. There will be a citrus themed art show, musical entertainment, activities for children including an afternoon art project. Olive Avenue Market will offer citrus flavored cookies, cupcakes and scones along with fresh lemonade and other citrus beverages for sale. Attendees will learn how they can play a role in saving local citrus groves through the conservancy's programs. Purchasing a "Share the Crop" entitles buyers to receive 10 pounds of citrus each week during the 14 week growing season. Oranges can be picked up at one of 18 pickup locations throughout San Bernardino and Riverside counties. For more information go to http://www.inlandorange.org/