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 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