Free Saplings And City Clean Up: Franklin Plans Arbor Day Celebration

FRANKLIN, WI — While the official Arbor Day has passed, there are still plans to celebrate it in Franklin on Saturday with a city-wide clean-up and free saplings.

Both events will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Franklin Public Library, 9151 West Loomis Road. For the Arbor Day Celebration, Franklin residents will be able to find free tree saplings from the Franklin Environmental Commission while supplies last, according to the city's website.

In addition to the saplings, there will be bird-friendly shrubs and wildflower seed packets, the city said, plus a host of other native plants.

The clean-up event will be meeting at the same location at the same time. It's part of the Big Clean MKE Citywide Clean-up. You'll be able to find free trash bags at the library for cleaning up around Franklin.

Those looking to participate in the clean-up are asked to bring gloves and to register ahead with the Franklin Public Works Department by emailing astormoen@franklinwi.gov or calling 414-425-2592. Registration is also available during the event at the Library.

More information about the clean-up event and the Arbor Day Celebration is available on the city's website.