Slippery Rock in Bloom participating in national competition this year
An environmental program formed by the Slippery Rock Rotary will again compete in a national contest that helps improve the look of municipalities.
Fifteen volunteers with Slippery Rock in Bloom gathered in late May to plant nearly 1,000 plants in Memorial Park — near the community library — at Holmes Corner, and in 22 large pots located throughout the community.
The efforts lead up to a visit from America in Bloom judges in July, where Slippery Rock is compared to other communities across the nation.
America in Bloom is an organization that aims to form connections between communities and their environments. Each year, America in Bloom holds a competition known as the National Awards Program. Winners receive recognition for their efforts in impacting their communities in positive ways.
The last time Slippery Rock in Bloom participated in the competition was in 2018, and the borough was awarded first place for communities of its size.
Much like America in Bloom, Slippery Rock in Bloom works closely with the community to help make the town a better place for its people and environment.
