Earth Day 2024
April 20, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
FreeEnjoy fun earth-inspired activities, create recycled crafts, discover live birds of prey and creatures big and small in the animal meet and greet, shop from eco-friendly vendors, learn from โgreenโ organizations, give Smokey Bear and the Lorax a high five, and rope climb up a tree. In case of inclement weather, the event will be indoors at Maine Park Leisure Center.
Schedule of Events
11:00am-3:00pm Games, Recycled Crafts, Raffles and Prizes, Eco-Friendly Products/Services, Smokey Bear, Tree Rope Climb, Food and Drinks for sale
11:00am-1:00pm Illinois Bird of Prey from the Northern Illinois Raptor Center
11:30am-Noon Ascension Dance Company performance
1:00pm-2:30pm Scales and Tales Animal Meet and Greet
2:30pm Reading of Dr. Suessโ The Lorax and special appearance by The Lorax
Bring gently used items to recycle!
Us Again collection bin: clothes and shoes
Old towels, sheets, blankets, and pillow cases (for wildlife rehabs)
Park Ridge Public Library: gently used books
Goodwill: dishware, pots, and pans
Digs with Dignity: gently used home dรฉcor (knick knacks, decorative pillows, throw blankets, drapery, lamps), Kitchenware (pots & pans, toasters, crockpots, hand mixers, utensils, dishes), Modern Art, Gently used games or puzzle, Gently used books (all ages)
Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary: gently used fleece blankets, newspaper, shredded paper, “tunnel’ boxes (soda, 6-pack boxes), bunny boxes (sturdy boxes that aren’t held together by tape, like the grocery store bulk boxes)
The Harbour: gently used holiday decorations, birthday items, and business casual clothing for female youth ages 12-24
Share our Spare: gently used baby and childrenโs items, 0-5 years old
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