{"id":56734,"date":"2018-04-16T08:02:00","date_gmt":"2018-04-16T12:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=56734"},"modified":"2021-08-24T14:46:58","modified_gmt":"2021-08-24T18:46:58","slug":"6-earth-day-events-in-new-york-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/56734\/6-earth-day-events-in-new-york-city\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Earth Day Events in New York City"},"content":{"rendered":"

In 1969, a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California prompted then U.S Senator from Wisconsin, Gaylord Nelson, to create the first ever Earth Day. He felt encouraging students to take action while raising awareness about pollution could put environmental protection on the national political agenda. Fast forward more than 50 years later, we\u2019re still celebrating this holiday by working together to take measures to protect our Earth.<\/span><\/p>\n

This April, environmentalists and people alike will gather at events around the world to celebrate Earth Day. Whether you choose to pick up trash in the park or participate in a fundraising run, you\u2019ll be part of a global environmental effort. Here are six excellent events happening right here in New York City that you can take part in to celebrate the holiday.<\/p>\n

National Grid Earth Day Celebration\u00a0 <\/strong><\/h1>\n

Crown Heights, Brooklyn<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts will collaborate with National Grid to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 21st, at 2pm. An interactive family-friendly event will happen on the Weeksville Heritage Center in Crown Heights. This is a free event that will include hands-on activities for children and parents, such as the New York City Fire Department\u2019s fire prevention demonstration, an instrument building workshop using recycled materials, a puppeteer, circus demonstrations, children\u2019s yoga, and much, much, more. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Car Free NYC\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Midtown Manhattan<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

On Saturday, April 21st, a 30 block stretch from Broadway, between Times Square, and down to Union Square will be closed to vehicular traffic. This is the third annual celebration of Car Free NYC to promote reducing greenhouse gas emissions. There will be various activities going on during the day that you\u2019re going to want to check out from free fitness classes to helmet giveaways to climate change education. The idea behind this event is to promote New Yorkers to choose alternatives to driving.<\/p>\n

Prospect Park Earth Day Celebration<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n

Park Slope, Brooklyn<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

On Sunday April 22nd, head to Prospect Park for a full day of activities hosted by the Prospect Park Alliance and the Audubon Society. Wildlife enthusiasts can join a raptors tour to learn about the birds of Prospect Park. Meanwhile foodies can head to the Greenmarket to find local vendors and composting. Register for free<\/a>\u00a0for walking tours, fishing and even an opportunity to pot plants.<\/p>\n

Earth Day 5K Green Tour<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Manhattan<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

On Monday, April 22nd, from 9am to 12pm, you can take a tour of some of the most eco-frie<\/span>ndly buildings in New York City. You\u2019ll travel from each site, learning about what different green groups are doing on the grounds. This year you can check out an urban farm, zero-waste office, and a sanitation facility. Tickets start at $30.<\/span><\/p>\n

March for Science<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Washington Square Park, Manhattan<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to support publicly funded science and scientists, head over to The March for Science on May 4th. While the 2019 schedule has not yet been released, the march usually kicks off with a “Teach In” featuring inspiring speakers in Washington Square Park. From here, you\u2019re are encouraged to march south to Zuccotti Park with signs and banners.<\/span><\/p>\n

EarthFest\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Upper West Side, Manhattan<\/strong><\/p>\n

The American Museum of Natural History is hosting a full day of events this Earth Day starting with sunrise yoga and climate meditations as early as 7:00AM. The day is jam packed with live performances, thought provoking films,\u00a0 education on how to take action, guided museum tours, and even a dedicated “bird zone.”<\/p>\n

*Bonus event*: there’s an 100% recyclable maze, a scavenger hunt and more coming to Brooklyn this year at City Point’s Earth Day Playground.<\/p>\n

\"Flowers\"

And if you can\u2019t make one of these events, check out our <\/span>list of environmental non-profits<\/span><\/a><\/em> that are always looking for donations to support their work.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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