Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program

Here's a program announcement that just crossed my desk that's worth getting the word out on.

The Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program is asking members of the public who live in or care about the City of Punta Gorda to participate in a public workshop on Thursday, April 9 at 9 a.m. to noon to learn about the project and then identify concerns and suggestions.

They are providing refreshments, and as a thank-you for participating, giving each person participating a poster of a local scene by either Clyde Butcher or Diane Pierce, well-known artists. One signed, matted and framed print will be given as a door prize.

The workshop is being held at PGI Civic Association (2001 Shreve St, Punta Gorda).

Anyone interested can register by completing on on-line form found at www.CHNEP.org or by calling toll-free 866-835-5785 x 241. Additional guidance will be provided to those who register. Refreshments will be provided. As a thank-you for participating, each person will receive a poster of a local scene by either Clyde Butcher or Diane Pierce, well-known artists. One signed, matted and framed print will be given as a door prize.