Explore Elkin’s monthly food truck event kicked off for the season on Friday at the Farmers Market Shelter downtown. Explore Elkin’s Food Truck Fridays take place the second Friday of each month from April through October.
Despite a chilly breeze, there were still folks out enjoying the snacks and live music last Friday evening. Each month the event features a variety of food trucks with fare like carnival-favorites, sweet treats, and more. The food trucks are on site during lunch hours and into the evening, with live music in the evening and wine and beer available for purchase.
This weekend, Explore Elkin will celebrate Earth Day with a slate of events planned throughout the community.
Earth to Elkin is being called a celebration of the town’s natural beauty and commitment to sustainability.
“This Earth Day event invites you to immerse yourself in hands-on activities that foster community engagement and environmental stewardship,” event organizers said. “From helping build community gardens to learning practical tips for leading a more sustainable lifestyle, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. Come together with friends, neighbors, and fellow nature enthusiasts to honor our planet and take meaningful steps towards a greener, more sustainable future for Elkin.”
Naturalist Challenges with prizes
Challenge opened Monday, April 15 and ends Saturday, April 20 at 2 p.m. Winners will be announced at the Earth Rally at The Railyard
Download the the free and easy-to-understand ‘eBird’ and ‘Seek’ apps on your smartphone, and join in a community-wide natural science challenge! The challenge is virtual but involves you being outdoors, observing as much data as you can. You can submit via the app or if you would rather, you can submit your findings to this Google Form. Instructions for how to submit will be on the form pending the challenge you choose. Prizes will go to the following participants (one individual per category):
Highest bird diversity
Highest plant diversity
Most bird photos
Most wildflower photos
If you need help using the apps, visit the Explore Elkin Booth at the Heritage & Trails Center during the Farmer’s Market on Saturday, April 20.
Earth Day Rally at the Railyard
Get ready to celebrate Earth Day at the Elkin Railyard this Saturday. Join us for the Earth to Elkin Rally, where we’ll have local non-profit environmental exhibitors showcasing their work, along with a special display highlighting the sustainability efforts of our schools. Enjoy live music, delicious food from food trucks, and take part in lawn games while sipping on a selection of Railyard beers.
Live Music Line Up
Caroline Beverly 3 — 4 p.m.
Libby Haynes 4:30 — 6 p.m.
Box Dogs 6 — 8 p.m.
Schools Stewardship Showcase
Witness the dedication of Elkin Middle School 7th graders as they restore the wildflower meadow loop trail at the park, the community garden on West Main, and the area in the corner of Crater Park above the boat dock. The Yadkin Valley Community School will also be lending a hand by assisting the Episcopal Church in maintaining the West Main garden.
Earth Day Tee’s
$20, Available at the Explore Elkin tent at the Farmers Market & the RailYard Earth Rally on April 20. 5% of each sale goes to the non-profits at the Earth Day Rally
Other Activities Around Town
• Trails Volunteering
LOCATION: Bonanza — Yadkin River Trail
TIME: 8:15AM — 1:00PM
TASKS:
Trash Detail (at one culvert/large amount of trash from HWY 268 and I77)
Trail Grooming
Trail Mowing
The EVTA Triple T’s meet for Trail building, Trail maintenance, and Trail Fun. Part of the Elkin Valley Trails Association’s Volunteer Network — elkinvalleytrails.org Signing up for this specific event, will automatically send out any updates to you. If you want notices, you need to RSVP to each specific event. Pending Weather & Schedule Conflicts
Proper Trail maintenance/building attire recommended. Hydrate- bring water/electrolytes Open to all ages — some tasks/specific events will require specific skills/age. Follow the Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) on social media for information.
• “Common Ground” free film screening at Elkin Public Library — Saturday, April 20 at 1 p.m.
In celebration of Earth Week and in partnership with Interfaith Power and Light’s Faith Climate Action Week Galloway Memorial Episcopal Church Presents The Highly Acclaimed Documentary Film “Common Ground.” Common Ground is a new film about how regenerating the world’s soils has the potential to rapidly stabilize Earth’s climate, restore lost ecosystems, and create abundant food supplies. This film explains why transitioning to regenerative agriculture could be key in rehabilitating the planet, while simultaneously invigorating a new sense of hope and inspiration in viewers.
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