Pre-register to Adopt-a-Tree Sept. 23

Since its inception in 2001, the Adopt-a-Tree Program has distributed more than 225,000 trees to county residents.

The third Adopt-a-Tree event of the season will take place Saturday, Sept. 23 at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, located at 10950 SW 211 Street in Cutler Bay. Event starts at 9 a.m. and ends at noon, or when there are no trees left for adoption.

The tree selection for this event includes:

• Grafted Mango
• Soursop
• Locustberry
• Satinleaf
• Spanish Stopper
• Firebush

Also, eligible residents can upgrade their old showerheads and lightbulbs. Bring your old showerheads and incandescent lightbulbs to the event and swap them for brand new, high-efficiency showerheads and up to three energy-efficient, compact fluorescent light bulbs, absolutely FREE, courtesy of the Miami-Dade Water & Sewer Department. These items are only available while supplies last.

For more information, and to pre-register and select your preferred trees, visit Adopt-a-Tree.