Earth Day, celebrated officially each year on April 22, began in 1970 as an effort to increase public consciousness of air and water pollution. Forty-three years later, it is widely celebrated as a reminder to take care of our planet. Around the city of Houston, multiple celebrations have already taken place. This weekend there are still more themed activities in the area to enjoy with your family. Here is a roundup of Earth Day events on our calendar:
Saturday, April 20
Earth Day at the Houston Zoo
Spring Fling Earth Day Celebration (Bellaire)
Earth Day Extravaganza - Children's Museum of Houston
Earth Day Storytime at Barnes and Noble
Make Earth Day Binoculars at Lakeshore Learning
Sunday, April 21
Earth Day at the Houston Zoo continues, as does Earth Week at the Children's Museum of Houston
Activities/Crafts
A great site called No Time For Flashcards lists a variety of Earth Day crafts and activities. Check here.
Lots of fun ideas are listed on Spoonful.
The Huffington Post lists some activities ideas here.
A site called Living Locurto has a fantastic roundup of sites for crafts and gardening ideas.
