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There will be plenty to do in the West Chester area this weekend, including the opportunity to meet a pair Cincinnati sports legends, a farmers’ market and a chance to gaze at the stars. However, there is a chance for showers and thunderstorms for Saturday’s outdoor events.

Meet Rose and Anderson – Cincinnati sports legends Pete Rose and Ken Anderson will both host autograph sessions this Saturday afternoon at rival sports memorabilia shops. The Rose signing session will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Sports Gallery, 7967 Cincinnati-Dayton Road in West Chester, while Anderson will be hosting his autograph session from 2 to 4 p.m. at Advanced Sports Marketing. 7043 Yankee Road in Liberty Township.

The weekly West Chester Farmers’ Market returns to the Square at Union Centre next Saturday, May 12. During the winter months, West Chester hosts a farmers’ market about once a month. Photo provided.

Farmers’ market – The farmers’ market season in West Chester Township is on its way back. There is only one winter farmers’ market remaining before the weekly West Chester Farmers’ and Art Market will open for the 2012 season May 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Just like the weekly farmers’ market, the last winter market will take place at The Square at Union Centre. The winter market will take place this Saturday from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Gaze at the stars – West Chester Township will be offering its first Star Gazing program of 2012 this Saturday at 9 p.m. at Keener Park. The program is free to the public and will take place near the tennis courts at the park. The Dayton and Cincinnati Astronomers Society will be providing their telescopes so that the public can view the stars and planets up close.

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day – Law enforcement agencies across the region are participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Drug Take-Back Day. On Saturday, dozens of police agencies in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky are providing sites for community members to drop off expired, unused or unwanted prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Drugs can be turned in 10 a.m.-2 p.m., with no questions asked. The local drop-off location will be at West Chester Presbyterian Church, 8930 Cincinnati-Dayton Road.

Arbor Day and Earth Day celebration – Mueller Parker Funeral Home, 6791 Tylersville Road, is hosting a community Arbor Day and Earth Day event from 9 a.m. to noon this Saturday. This community event will provide opportunities to recycle and to remember loved ones with plants.

Free family theatre – A free performance of River Rat and Cat, a comic tale for the entire family, will be presented at Miami University’s Voice of America Learning Center 3 p.m. Sunday. A production of Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s Off the Hill education series, River Rat and Cat is a comedy about friendship and cooperation.

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Mueller Parker Funeral Home, 6791 Tylersville Road, is hosting a community Arbor Day and Earth Day event from 9 a.m. to noon this Saturday.

This community event will provide opportunities to recycle and to remember loved ones with plants.

There will be a shred-it truck for recyclables at the event. The funeral home will also be collecting used cell phones for “Cell Phones for Soldiers.”

Furthermore, seedlings will be given away to plant in memory of loved ones.

The event is free to attend.

For more information, call 513-398-9100.

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Sue Kiesewetter reports

Seven new American Liberty Elm trees will be planted Friday in Liberty Township’s Wetlands Park West as part of an Earth Day celebration.

The trees are being donated by Duke Energy, which is collaborating with the township on the project. The trees will be planted during a public ceremony set for 10 a.m. at the park, 6906 VanGordon Road.

“The environment and our corporate volunteerism are very important to Duke Energy and our employees are excited to celebrate Earth Day with the Liberty Township community,” said Tim Abbott, Duke Energy’s director of government and community relations.

The fast-growing trees were selected to represent the township’s heritage. American Liberty elms typically grow to be 200-275 years old.

“The residents of Liberty Township will benefit nicely from this generous donation of Liberty Elm trees from Duke Energy,” said Christine Matacic, president of the township’s board of trustees.

“We are thrilled to be part of the Earth Day celebration and proud to add new trees to one of Liberty Township’s great parks.”

Free evergreen tree seedlings available on Earth Day – Free evergreen tree seedlings will be distributed Friday as part of the Earth Day celebration by the Butler County Recycling and Solid Waste District.

Residents can pick up seedlings during the program, which runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the government services center, 130 High Street, in Hamilton. There will also be free hot dogs and hamburgers.

“Earth Day is an opportunity to inspire people to get involved and participate in activities that will protect our natural resources every day,’’ said Tim McLelland, event co-chairman and manager of the Ground Water Consortium.

Experts will be on hand to talk about the importance of planting trees, recycling, protecting drinking water supply, monitoring water quality and cleaning up streams.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will bring animals and discuss protection of parks and wildlife. Hamilton officials will distribute water.

For more Information, call 513-615-2538

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St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in West Chester will host a recycling event for unwanted household electronic equipment, aluminum cans, books, clothing and plastic bottles Saturday, April 21, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Recyclable electronic equipment includes keyboards, cables, speakers, laptops, CD-ROM drives, telephones and other items. A complete list of acceptable electronic equipment is available at www.2trg.com.

Most equipment will be accepted for free. CRTs and monitors will be accepted for $10, and TV consoles for $20. Appliances, ballasts, batteries and light bulbs will not be accepted.

Aluminum cans, books, clothing and plastic bottles will be collected by, and benefit, Green Works Recycling with City Missions.

This recycling event is being held to commemorate Earth Day and is sponsored by the justice and peace commission of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Boy Scout Troop 940.

St. John Church is located at 9080 Cincinnati-Dayton Road.

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Not only is today Good Friday, but it is also Earth Day. This year, many businesses located in and around West Chester will feature deals and giveaway freebies for the holiday. There are also many ways customers can benefit from Earth Day from businesses online.

Starbucks: Customers can bring in a reusable mug today and receive a free brewed coffee or tea. There are six Starbucks locations in West Chester and Liberty Township.

Caribou Coffee: According to the Pulse Journal, this coffee shop, which is located at 7755 Cox Lane off Tylersville Road in West Chester, will serve up a free cup of coffee to customers who bring in a reusable mug. The shop also offers a savings of 50 cents on coffee every day of the week when customers bring in a reusable mug.

Lowe’s: The home improvement store is celebrating Earth Day by giving away a million trees on Saturday, April 23. Lowe’s is located at 7975 Tylersville Square Road. The store will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. this Saturday.

Home Depot: According to the Pulse Journal, the local Home Depot located at 7749 Dudley Dr. in West Chester, will be hosting a free workshop this Saturday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. for women who want to learn some gardening tips.

Kmart: The discount department store is offering Earth Day deals on air conditioners and other energy savers. The store will also offer additional savings on televisions, sporting goods and more. Most of the deals are available only online.

Drugstore.com: Another online saving opportunity – Drugstore.com will be offering up to 60 percent off green and natural products. The sale ends today.

Travelocity: According to Yahoo.com, Travelocity has green hotels on sale for up to 40 percent off. There is also a chance to win two round-trip Virgin America tickets and a couple of nights at an eco-friendly hotel.

Target: In recognition of Earth Day, Target is allowing customers to enter into its Refresh Your Nest sweepstakes through April 30. Customers can enter online and win a home makeover valued up to $50,000.

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