4/22
Creative Kids: Recycled Crafts. It’s time to hike, explore and create using nature as an inspirational guide. 10-11 a.m. and noon-1 p.m. Children’s Schoolhouse Nature Park, 9045 Baldwin Road, Kirtland Hills, lakemetroparks.com
Earth Day Extravaganza. Interactive event with expert speakers, tree and wildflower giveaways, kayaking, fishing and instruction, native plant gardening, reptile and amphibian show-and-tell, and more. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Headwaters Park, Boathouse Lodge & Crystal Lake Shelter, 13365 Old State Road, Huntsburg, geaugaparkdistrict.org
Party For The Planet: Conservation Hero Day. Learn about the amazing conservation projects in which zoo staff are involved as they highlight conservation efforts through different activities and showcase superhero enrichment. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Akron Zoo, 504 Euclid Ave., 330-375-2550, akronzoo.org
EarthFest 2017: Vibrant Green Space. Exhibits, biodiesel-powered amusement park rides, food trucks, local microbrews, all-day music, petting zoos, urban farm animals, chef demos, water workshops and more. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Road, Berea, earthdaycoalition.org
Medina County’s 21st Annual Earth Day Festival. Earth-friendly exhibits, family fishing derby, kids’ activities, food and much more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Buffalo Creek Retreat, 8600 Hubbard Valley Road, Seville, medinacountyparks.com
Earth Day Celebration. Live music, guided hike, exhibits, electric car display and more. Noon-4 p.m. Twinsburg Ledges & Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Road, summitmetroparks.org
March for Science Cleveland. Held in Cleveland’s Public Square, this satellite march to the national March for Science held the same day in Washington, D.C., is meant to underscore the vital role scientific research plays in our daily lives and celebrate the impact of science in the Northeast Ohio community. The day — which is free to attend — includes many activities that promote the importance of understanding science, advocacy for scientific research and highlighting the history of scientific breakthrough and discovery in the region. Activities for children and adults begin at 9 a.m., a rally with speakers and entertainment begins at 10 a.m., and the march kicks off at 11 a.m. www.sciencemarchcle.com
4/23
Earth Day. Celebrate Earth Day with your family this spring and discover many ways to help our Earth be a healthier planet. Noon-4 p.m. Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Road, Willoughby, 440- 256-1404, lakemetroparks.com
