Arbor Day tradition continues in New Concord

Heather Sevigny
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NEW CONCORD − Second-graders from Ms. Moore's class at New Concord Elementary took part in the Village of New Concord's annual tree-planting ceremony to celebrate Arbor Day.

New Concord Village Administrator Rick Giroux (left) and Mayor Jennifer Lyle speak to second graders at the Arbor Day tree planting.
New Concord Village Administrator Rick Giroux (left) and Mayor Jennifer Lyle speak to second graders at the Arbor Day tree planting.

Mayor Jennifer Lyle and Village Administrator Rick Giroux were in attendance. A Japanese Zelkova tree from Muskingum County's Timber Run Gardens was planted in front of the New Concord Library. The species was specifically chosen for its tendency to not disturb local water resources with its root system.

Each student had the opportunity to help plant the tree, by taking turns shoveling fresh dirt onto the freshly planted Zelkova. The constant drizzle of rain and cool conditions didn't seem to bother the students as they lined up to assist.

Second graders from New Concord Elementary shovel dirt onto a freshly planted tree in New Concord for Arbor Day.
Second graders from New Concord Elementary shovel dirt onto a freshly planted tree in New Concord for Arbor Day.

Mayor Lyle spoke to the second-graders about Arbor Day and the various ways trees can play a role in our daily lives. From the production of oxygen, providing a place to climb and play, and supplying materials for household items, Lyle emphasized the importance of caring for our local trees and environment.

New Concord Elementary helped out the Village of New Concord with its annual tree planting ceremony to celebrate Arbor Day and the village's Tree City, USA designation.
New Concord Elementary helped out the Village of New Concord with its annual tree planting ceremony to celebrate Arbor Day and the village's Tree City, USA designation.

New Concord has been planting trees on Arbor Day for more than 30 years and is currently celebrating its 43rd year with a Tree City, USA distinction.

This article originally appeared on The Daily Jeffersonian: New Concord continues Arbor Day tradition.