Best Ways To Celebrate Earth Day In New York City
Earth Day was created for the nation to get together in support of the environmental movement. It started in the United States in 1970, but now through the help of the Earth Day Network, it has spread to nearly 200 other countries. In New York, Earth Day began with a group of students at Columbia University. Fifth Avenue and Central Park were all made available for the first Earth Day celebration. Last year we offered four fun ways to celebrate Earth Day in New York City. This year read on below to discover some more ways to have the best Earth Day in 2015.
Earth Day Craft & Mini Garden Tour
Queens Botanical Garden
43-50 Main St.
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 886-3800
www.queensbotanical.org/home
Date: Apr. 22, 2015 at 3:30 p.m.
The Earth Day Craft & Mini Garden Tour is a wonderful activity for kids this Earth Day. Entrance into this event is free with garden admission but note that it is limited to the first 30 children. Guests will make botanical themed crafts. For more information please contact schoolprograms@queensbotanical.org
Earth Day Rockaway
Firehouse 59
5803 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Rockaway, NY 11692
(718) 318-4000
www.rwalliance.org
Date: May 2, 2015, Year at 12 p.m.
Earth Day Rockaway allows visitors to celebrate Earth Day on the beautiful Rockaway waterfront. This event is in its ninth year and includes free environmental activities. This year, among other offerings, you can learn how to better utilize the earth's resources while your kids get their faces painted. Earth Day Rockaway is an event for all ages. It is organized by the Rockway Waterfront Alliance.
Arbor Festival
Queens Botanical Garden
43-50 Main St.
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 886-3800
www.queensbotanical.org
Date: Apr. 26, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.
It's back to the Queens Botanical Garden for this must see event. The Arbor Festival is a lovely opportunity for people of all ages to celebrate Earth and Arbor Day. The event has tons of food, crafts, beer tent and even a petting zoo. It's free with garden admission. Prices vary if you choose not to purchase a garden admission ticket.
Earth Day 5K Walk & Green Tour
To Be Announced
(212) 922-0048
www.earthdayny.org/corporate-engagement
Date: Apr. 22, 2015
Earth Day New York is hosting its first ever 5K Walk & Green Tour. The tour will focus on a scavenger hunt-style walk that will allow volunteers to learn more about green places in New York City. The event is a fundraiser to earn money toward environmental education programs. Contact info@earthdayny.org for more information. After you've worked up an appetite, stick around for the picnic lunch that follows.
Green Festival Expo
Jacob Javits Center
655 W 34th St.
New York, NY 10001
www.greenfestivals.org
Date: Month Apr. 24-26, 2015
Earth Day has come a long way since the first official Earth Day was held back in 1970. The Green Festival Expo will be held throughout the day with various activities. Some events to look forward to are exhibits on green products and services. There will also be opportunities for shopping and talks from inspirational speakers.
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