Newport Recreation Center to Host Tree Giveaway on April 25 to Celebrate Arbor DayCommunity members are invited to help grow a greener Newport by picking up a free Vine Maple sapling and learning about local sustainability efforts during an Arbor Day celebration on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Newport Recreation Center is partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to host the giveaway and educational event.After picking out a tree, participants can pose with their new plant at an Arbor Day Photobooth and take the memory home with them.The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees, which help mitigate urban heat island effects, reduce stormwater runoff, improve air quality, and boost mental and physical health in cities and neighborhoods. The City of Newport, which earned a Tree City USA recognition in 2025, is committed to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit the community. Adopting a tree at the Arbor Day Celebration helps create a positive, local impact through community tree stewardship.Saplings will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The event will take place in Room 117 at the Newport Recreation Center. For more information, contact [email protected] or call 541-265-7783. To learn more about the Arbor Day Foundation and the Tree City USA program, visit arborday.org.