We're celebrating Earth Day at the library! Try out hands-on activities and learn about ways to make the world a better place. Drop-in; no registration required.
Each year, the Forest Preserve District of Kane County hosts a planting event in honor of Earth Day. We need the public's help to plant hundreds of trees on this...
Earth Day, Birth Day β Help celebrate all that Planet Earth provides us on this special day, the anniversary of our first Earth Day. Originally held on April 22, 1970,...
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Come volunteer to help clean and beautify Fischer Farm. Water and snacks will be provided during the event. Volunteers will receive a free commemorative Earth Day T-shirt,...
Join us for some interesting art projects with recycled materials and show off your creativity and environmental awareness. Session from 10:00am - 10:45am is for ages 2-5. Session from 2:00pm...
REGISTER IN ADVANCE You see them when itβs warm outside, hanging out in flowers and working away. Bees! Safely meet these fascinating and important insects during an Earth Day event...
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Art activities, worm composting demonstrations, scavenger hunts and free plant giveaways.
Celebrate Earth Day at Hidden Oaks! Enjoy live music and demonstrations from local artisans while discovering fun ways to shrink your carbon footprint by going green. Meet the bees that...
Join us as we enjoy the best of what Mother Nature has to offer β the chance to explore, discover, get muddy and play! Grab a net and catch critters...
Visit with local business and organizations to learn about their sustainable initiatives and how you can be more "green".
Join the Village of North Aurora in celebrating Arbor Day! Mayor Gaffino and the Public Works Department welcome the community to plant a tree on Arbor Day near the parking...
Join the Lemont Park District early Childhood Preschool Program for an Arbor Day celebration! The day's activities may include a butterfly aviary, a visit from Seemore the Eagle, fun activities...
Celebrate the grandeur of trees and why theyβre vital to our community with plantings and walks. Drop-in.
How will you protect planet Earth on this Earth Day? Join the Roselle Park District as we partner with Green Roselle to learn how we can help take care of...
Join us as we make several crafts to celebrate Earth Day! We will make upcycled mini plant pots, seed bombs, and spinning earth mobiles! While supplies last.
All ages. Join us for a fun evening of crafting. Get inspired and create something unique with our large selection of leftover craft supplies and materials. There will be no...
Celebrate Earth Day by doing your part in helping clean up litter in the Preserves. Supplies available to check-out. Grove 25.
Every day is Earth Day at Brookfield Zoo, but on this very special day, we'll be showcasing some of the steps you can take that will truly make a difference...
Plant a tree, make your own bird feeder, pick up litter, and more. Family program.
Celebrate Earth Day with themed games, self-guided litter cleanup and more.
Celebrate Earth Day with the Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum at Benedictine University on Saturday, April 20th! Open House: The museum will be open for drop-in visits between 10:00am and 2:00pm. Nature...
Fun for the whole family. Teach your children the importance of a clean planet. Learn ways we can reduce, reuse & recycle. Crafts, Games, Giveaways, Entertainment, Scavenger Hunt, Face Painting...
Enjoy 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 βgreenβ...
Play, plant, paint and pretend with family-fun activities.
Create some repurposed crafts using coffee filters and a variety of recycled materials.
Come celebrate Earth Day with the Elmwood Park Garden Club and us! We'll read some stories, sing and dance, and at the end, each child will get to take home...
Come celebrate Earth Day at the Franklin Park Public Library! Youβll be able to plant your very own plant as well as other fun activities. Open to ages 4-12. Registration...
Join us as we make several crafts to celebrate Earth Day! We will make upcycled mini plant pots, seed bombs, and spinning earth mobiles! While supplies last.
This fun task offers young children a chance to explore their tactile sense of touch through different textures and create their own earth to celebrate Earth Day!
Join the Park Districtβs forestry team to learn about an exciting new volunteer opportunity. Participate in planting and caring for trees in our parks. Learn the correct way to plant...
No registration required, while supplies last. Mon., March 24: Sustainability Scavenger Hunt Tues., March 25: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Kit. One per child, while supplies last. Wed., March 26: DIY Chia...
No registration required, while supplies last. Mon., March 24: Sustainability Scavenger Hunt Tues., March 25: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Kit. One per child, while supplies last. Wed., March 26: DIY Chia...
No registration required, while supplies last. Mon., March 24: Sustainability Scavenger Hunt Tues., March 25: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Kit. One per child, while supplies last. Wed., March 26: DIY Chia...
No registration required, while supplies last. Mon., March 24: Sustainability Scavenger Hunt Tues., March 25: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Kit. One per child, while supplies last. Wed., March 26: DIY Chia...
No registration required, while supplies last. Mon., March 24: Sustainability Scavenger Hunt Tues., March 25: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Kit. One per child, while supplies last. Wed., March 26: DIY Chia...
At this eco-friendly family fun fest hosted by Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and community partners, join in an array of activities including guided walks, Junior Rangers program, bird watching,...
Celebrate our amazing planet with Earth Day Yoga! Kids in grades PreK-2nd will move their bodies through challenging and silly poses, and lots of smiles. Class is taught by La...
Celebrate Earth Day by helping clean up litter in the Forest Preserves. Litter picks and supplies will be available to check out.
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt Make an Outdoor Lantern Plant a Vegetable Earth Friendly Snacks Earth Day Games Recycle Crayons
β’ Arts and crafts β’ Nature walk β’ Nature classroom will be open
Celebrate Earth Day at Peck Farm Park! All ages welcome! This event is FREE! Activities include: Small electronics recycling (additional items can be recycled for a fee) Food vendors Paper...
Celebrate Earth Day at White Oaks Park with a FREE family friendly celebration filled with interactive activities, giveaways, and education to deepen your connection with our planet Earth.
Celebrate Earthβs biodiversity through stewardship, art and educational activities. Free plant giveaways. Drop-in.
Participate in the gloval event celebrating our Earth! Indoor activities include crafts, animal meet & greets and hands-on projects. Venture outside to connect with nature by taking Harley the Hawk's...
Play, plant, paint and pretend with family-fun activities.
Celebrate Earth Week with a special painting class where we'll learn about eco-friendly art and make our own creations! Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Celebrate Earth Day by joining us for a hands-on workshop where creativity meets sustainability. Learn how to transform everyday materialsβlike old magazines and scrap paperβinto stunning handmade beads. These vibrant...
Celebrate Earth Day at Lincoln Marsh! Families are invited to spend time together at the Prairie Patch Play Area where children can create, discover and play with nature. Enjoy activities,...
Celebrate Earth day with a hands-on experience at the Bartlett Nature Center! Letβs roll up our sleeves and prepare for spring and summer by sprucing up the center to make...
Celebrate Earth Week at Lincoln Park Zoo starting on Monday, April 21! The zoo is hosting activities and programs throughout the week, both on grounds and around Chicagoβand YOU can...
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