Local Youth Take the Stage On Green Issues February 23, 2008

What:
Christian Arts & Theater of Corona (CAT) will perform a series of environmentally themed skits from January through April at Dos Lagos. Free and open to the public, the 40-minute skits are part of a bi-monthly program to educate the community on important environmental topics. Featured performances include “Stompin’ Out the Trash,” “Splish Splash” and “Wonderful World.”

The first performance, Stompin’ Out the Trash, begins on Jan. 26, 2008. It is a musical comedy performed by area children and teens. The theatrical performance will educate people on the important principles of “reduce, reuse and recycle” to help our planet.

Who:
Green Institute for Village Empowerment, the City of Corona and The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos are partnering to sponsor a series of environmentally-themed performances put on by the children and teens from the Christian Arts & Theater of Corona (CAT). The youth infuse creativity through musical comedy to educate and enrich the lives of the community about environmental issues that affect everyday lives.

When:
40 minute performances will be held at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
February 23 Splish Splash
March 8 Stompin’ Out the Trash
March 22 Splish Splash
April 12 Wonderful World

Where:
Dos Lagos Outdoor Amphitheatre
2780 Cabot Drive, Corona
Free admission. Open to the public.
For more information call (951) 277-7601

About Green Institute for Village Empowerment (GIVE)
GIVE is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing philanthropic and educational efforts that expand sustainable communities and promote a better quality of life. Formed by SE Corporation, GIVE hosts monthly symposiums and special events in its mission to educate the public about issues related to sustainability. For more information, visit www.GiveForTheFuture.org or www.GreenValleyNow.org

About The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos
The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos is Corona, California’s first lifestyle center. Offering more than 60 of the finest specialty shops, five full-service restaurants and a 15-screen movie theatre, the pedestrian-friendly shopping center is a part of Dos Lagos, a 543-acre master-planned sustainable community. The center was developed and is managed by Poag & McEwen Lifestyle Centers, LLC. For more information, visit www.PromenadeShopsatDosLagos.com or www.PM-Lifestyle.com.

About the City of Corona
The City of Corona is located approximately 45 miles southeast of Los Angeles in western Riverside County. The City limits encompass 38 square miles with a population of approximately 145,195. Incorporated in 1896 as a small farming community best known for its produce Corona has emerged into a quality community that is ethnically diverse, where a significant percentage of the population is made up of young, well educated families. For more information, visit www.ci.corona.ca.us/