The "Invasives and Exotics" event is TODAY at the Lake Worth Public Library

Many experts will be on hand for this event made possible by the City of Lake Worth.

Suzanne M. Holmes, the City's Public Services Coordinator, has exciting news (below) about the Tree Board. Here is her contact information:

• Phone: 561-586-1720
• Fax: 561-586-1750
• sholmes@lakeworth.org

"Lake Worth, FL – This year’s talk entitled Invasives and Exotics takes place Thursday, April 7, 2016 at the Lake Worth Public Library on 15 North M Street in beautiful downtown Lake Worth. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Presentations begin at 6:30 and continue until 8:00. Refreshments will be served. 
     Admission is free and everyone is welcome.  
     The evening’s discussions will focus on the impacts of exotic and invasive plants to South Florida and how South Florida natives allow beneficial insects, birds and butterflies to flourish:

     'It’s great to have our City Tree Board speaker series return to the Lake Worth Public Library in downtown Lake Worth,' said City of Lake Worth Horticulturalist, David McGrew, staff liaison to the board. 'The speakers will explain the exotic pest plant problem we face in South Florida.' "

Located in central Palm Beach County, Lake Worth is a dynamic, multi-cultural city with an individualistic style.  People are drawn to the city by its acceptance of different cultures and lifestyles, historic districts, hip downtown and colorful arts district.