With these events happening in the greater Cleveland/Akron area, your family can have fun while helping the planet. Check the list below to find an activity nearby.
April 18
Family Earth Day Celebration. Get ready for Earth Day with hands-on activities and local organizations. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, lensc.org
Party for the Planet. A fun-filled day of education, conservation-themed activities, crafts and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, akronzoo.org
April 22
Earth Day: Bird Feeder Craft. Honor Earth Day by making a bird feeder using upcycled recyclable canisters. 4-5 p.m. Mt. Pleasant Branch Library, 14000 Kinsman Road, Cleveland, cpl.org
Earth Day Celebration. Caregivers and children come for stories, activities and crafts to celebrate Earth Day. 4-5 p.m. Randolph Branch Library, 1639 State Route 44, portagelibrary.org
Storytime Sprouts: Celebrate Earth Day. Hear stories, play recycling games and help with a service project. 10-11 a.m. The Wilderness Center, Buckeye Room, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot, wildernesscenter.org
April 25
Medina County Earth Day Festival. Earth-friendly exhibits, family fishing derby, kids’ activities and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Buffalo Creek Retreat, Hubbard Valley Road, Seville, medinacountyparks.com
Celebrating the Environment. Crafts, activities, partnerships and workshops. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Twinsburg Community Center, 10260 Ravenna Road, mytwinsburg.com
Celebrate Earth Day with the City of Solon. Mulch pick-up, tree saplings, a guided hike, learn about wildflowers and animals, and more. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Solon Community Garden, 6679 SOM Ctr Rd., Solon, solonohio.gov
April 26
Earth Day at Penitentiary Glen. Eco-fair, wildlife programs, games, crafts and more. 12-4 p.m. 8668 Kirtland-Chardon Road, Kirtland, lakemetroparks.com
