Celebrate Earth Day in LA

Earth Day: Beach Cleanup

Sailors clean up beach. by Official U.S. Navy Imagery (CC BY 2.0)

Spring is in full bloom in lovely Southern California. With loads of sunshine, flowers and shady paths it’s easy to love our beautiful Earth. On April 22nd, 2017 we get a chance to show that love in return by celebrating Earth Day. Of course we should show our Earth some tender love and care everyday by making eco-friendly choices, but on this special day we get to share our love of nature with the world. Earth Day is the day to shout your love for our planet from the roof tops. Whether you want to hug every tree in sight or ride your bike to work, show your appreciation for our planet. All through the month of April  join in some wonderful Earth Day events to raise awareness and celebrate our home.

Earth Day L.A.

Grand Park LA
grand park 2 by Lester Guijarro (CC BY 2.0)

The Music Center, Grand Park and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power will host Earth Day L.A.  on April 22nd 2017 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in Music Center Plaza. This free event  will be loads of fun with  live music and environmental awareness education. Children and adults can participate in recycled-art projects. Be sure to show up early and participate in the tree and plant giveaways.

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium Earth Day Celebration

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium by inazakira (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium by inazakira (CC BY-SA 2.0)

For a great mix of volunteer work and fun join Heal The Bay in cleaning up the beach next to the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium early morning and then get free admission to the aquarium. Volunteers will clean up the beach from 10am till noon. Free admission includes access to more than 100 species of marine life and many that you can touch. As a special treat to visitors there will be games, a photo booth, face painting, craft stations and more. In honor of Earth Day the aquarium will have special festival hours — 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both Saturday April 22nd and Sunday April 23rd. Bring the family and celebrate Earth Day.

Descanso Gardens Earth Day & Botanic Bling

Descanso Gardens Earth Day
DSC_1106 by Mad Peruvian Media (CC BY 2.0)

If you are looking for a more relaxing way of celebrating Earth Day, check out the the special program planned at Descanso Gardens for a family gardening day. A special floral installation will give you a close up view of native California blooms. There will be a great DIY course on how to build an insect home out of recycled materials. For unique Earth Day memorabilia, the Botanic Bling trunk show will sell unique accessories just in time for Mother’s Day. These gifts  are sure to make both your mother and mother earth happy. Celebrations begin  from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 25-26 at Descanso Gardens.

Fly a Kite on Earth Day

Ascot Hills Park by visually_conscious (CC BY 2.0)
Ascot Hills Park by visually_conscious (CC BY 2.0)

Join in the fun at the 6th Annual Kite Festival and Earth Day Celebration at Ascot Hills Park  April 24th. This family friendly event will also feature access to awesome hiking trails, a picnic area with live jazz and solar powered video games. The first 500 kids will receive a free kite and commemorative participant medals. Pack your picnic basket and join in the Earth Day festivities.

With so many great Earth Day events this year, it will be hard to choose just one! What are your plans for Earth Day? If you are keeping your celebration local here are some other ideas for making your neighborhood  or your home greener. Why not join or donate to your favorite green charity or non-profit organization? Share your Earth Day plans or ideas below in the comments section.