Downtown Santa Cruz Earth Day
When: Saturday, April 20, 2023, from 11:30 am to 4 pm
Where: Downtown Santa Cruz
Check back in for details on or after March 15, 2024.
Organizations and businesses wishing to table at the event can apply online on the Vendor tab by April 10th, 2023
For more information, contact us here.
Watsonville Earth Day & Day of the Child 2024
When: Sunday, April 21, 2024, 12-4 pm
Where: Watsonville Plaza – 58 Main St., Watsonville
Earth Day 2024 will be a celebration of the earth and a place to inspire our community to preserve its health and well-being for our children and future generations.
This year’s theme, “Planet vs. Plastic,” is a call to action to increase awareness of the health risks of plastic and advocate for a reduction in plastic pollution. With the ongoing climate crisis, we also recognize the value of continuing to inform residents about its effects on our community and how to adapt to the changing conditions.
During this event, we want to help residents understand the impacts of plastic pollution and provide the resources they can use to phase out single-use plastics. We also would like to share with participants the actions they can take to reduce their carbon footprint and be more resilient to climate change.
Our vision is that attendees will leave the event inspired with the information, tools, and resources of how they can adapt their everyday actions to reduce their use of plastic, reduce their carbon footprint, and become more resilient to the climate crisis.
At the event, local organizations will offer:
- bilingual education and activities
- resources for families addressing different aspects of climate change, climate resilience, and reducing their use of single-use plastic
Attendees will have an opportunity to:
- Participate in games and activities relating to climate action and climate solutions
- Learn about local resources to reduce their carbon footprint and become more resilient to climate change
- Be inspired to take part in our local efforts to make Watsonville more resilient to climate change
Open to everyone & free
This event is family-friendly and free of charge. To keep everybody safe, please do not come if you are feeling sick. Otherwise, we hope to see you there!
2024 Seaside Earth Day Celebration
When: Sunday, April 21, 1 pm – 4 pm
Where: Seaside City Hall Lawn, 440 Harcourt Avenue, Seaside, CA
Emcee: Dave Pacheco, Seaside City Council member
Join Sustainable Seaside, the City of Seaside, and a host of community partners in celebrating Seaside’s 13th Annual Earth Day event! Seaside Councilmember Dave Pacheco will emcee the event. Find more details about Seaside’s Earth Day event at tinyurl.com/Seaside-2024-Earth-Day.
It’s happening on Sunday, April 21, from 1 pm to 4 pm, on the Seaside City Hall grounds. The afternoon will feature an Electric Vehicle Test Drive/Ride/Display Fair, music by Palenke Arts youth ensembles, a Trashion Fashion Show, Children’s fun arts and crafts, over 25 information booths, demos, and a free raffle for eco-friendly prizes.
Test drive, or ride in, an electric vehicle, talk to EV owners about the benefits of driving an electric vehicle, and learn about purchase incentives.
Take home some organically grown tomato starts. Several varieties have been selected for hardiness in our Seaside / Central Coast growing zone. Suggested (optional) $2 donation per plant.
You are invited to create and model a wearable work of art in our 3rd Annual Trashion Fashion Show.
Your design must be made of at least 90% recycled or re-purposed materials. Get creative with throw-away items such as newspapers, chip bags, water bottles, old VHS tapes, and CDs, etc. Thrift stores are great for finding cool clothing and accessories. Be as funky as you want to be! Individuals and groups are encouraged to coordinate a skit to model their outfits. Model your creation to your favorite music. Provide us with the details and we’ll queue it up for your walk on stage.
Please email Susan Ragsdale-Cronin, Trashion Fashion Show coordinator with the intent to participate by April 10, 2023. sragsdalecronin@comcast.net
Santa Cruz County Parks Earth Day Event
When: Sunday, April 21, 10 am – 2 pm
Where: Pinto Lake County Park
The Santa Cruz County Parks Earth Day Event is running from 10am – 2pm at Pinto Lake County Park! The UC Master Gardeners will be hosting a composting class (preregistration required) from 10am – 12pm, then they’re hosting even more fun activities that are open to the public from 12pm – 12:40pm. County Parks will be providing volunteer opportunities and family friendly games from 10am – 2pm and leading some nature hikes – one at 11am and one at 1pm. Additionally, Recycling and Solid Waste Management will be bringing a recycling game around 12:30pm! All activities are free, with only the 10am Master Gardener class requiring preregistration. Join us for the chance to win a free Picnic Reservation at Pinto Lake County Park! Volunteers will receive an automatic entry.
Access the event schedule here.
University California Santa Cruz:
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