Earth Day Kansas City 2008:
For Earth Day 2006, Kansas City was named by The Green Guide--an environmental consumer guide, as one of the Top 25 Green Cities in the U.S. The ranking is based on factors such as air quality, electricity use and production, green space, public health, recycling programs and a host of other factors. Head to one of these Earth Day Events and see why KC is considered one of the Top Green Cities anywhere.
For Earth Day 2006, Kansas City was named by The Green Guide--an environmental consumer guide, as one of the Top 25 Green Cities in the U.S. The ranking is based on factors such as air quality, electricity use and production, green space, public health, recycling programs and a host of other factors. Head to one of these Earth Day Events and see why KC is considered one of the Top Green Cities anywhere.
Earth Day at Science City :
Take the kids to Earth Day Events at Science City (Pershing and Main) where they will learn about environmental issues and practices, get involved with hands-on science demos, go to workshops, and be inspired to 'Go Green' by al the other Earth Day activities.
Take the kids to Earth Day Events at Science City (Pershing and Main) where they will learn about environmental issues and practices, get involved with hands-on science demos, go to workshops, and be inspired to 'Go Green' by al the other Earth Day activities.
When: Friday, April 18th, 2008, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm,
Cost: All Earth Day events are included with Science City admission
Info: Workshop space is limited--contact Union Station at 816-460-2020 for reservations and more info.
Earthwalk and Earthfest at Shawnee Mission Park :
This 2.7 mile Earth Day Nature Walk at Shawnee Mission Park, Theatre in the Park (7900 Renner, Overland Park) benefits local environmental group Bridging the Gap. The after-walk Earthfest also hosts over 70 earth-day friendly exhibitors and vendors and has entertainment, games, crafts, and tons of fun Earth Day activities.
This 2.7 mile Earth Day Nature Walk at Shawnee Mission Park, Theatre in the Park (7900 Renner, Overland Park) benefits local environmental group Bridging the Gap. The after-walk Earthfest also hosts over 70 earth-day friendly exhibitors and vendors and has entertainment, games, crafts, and tons of fun Earth Day activities.
KC Earthwalk Saturday, April 19th. Walk begins at 9 am (registration at 7:30 am or go to (www.earthdaykc.org )
EarthFest 10 am-2 pm
Earth Day Party for the Planet at the Zoo: The Kansas City Zoo hosts its 'Party for the Planet' on Saturday, April 19th. The party, which is held from 10-3pm, will have education stations, environmental preservation programs, and a 'hoppin' party. Included in zoo admission.
Earthday at Burr Oak Woods :
The Burr Oak Woods Nature Center (1401 N.W. Park, Blue Springs) celebrates Earth Day from 10 am to 2 pm with tree planting, trash pick-up, and a nature hikes--Saturday, April 19th. Burr Oak Wood's will also host a 'Rockin and Readin Nature Tales'. Free, 10-4pm. Call to register at 816-228-3766.
The Burr Oak Woods Nature Center (1401 N.W. Park, Blue Springs) celebrates Earth Day from 10 am to 2 pm with tree planting, trash pick-up, and a nature hikes--Saturday, April 19th. Burr Oak Wood's will also host a 'Rockin and Readin Nature Tales'. Free, 10-4pm. Call to register at 816-228-3766.
Earth Day at Lakeside Nature Center:
The Lakeside Nature Center, (4701 E. Gregory Blvd) will take a look at Native Missouri wildlife, have nature demonstrations as well as arts and crafts for its Earth Day celebration. Don't miss Eco-Elvis, gardening booth, guided trail hikes and classroom presentations that include everything from Water Garden demos to info on native Mo wildlife.
The Lakeside Nature Center, (4701 E. Gregory Blvd) will take a look at Native Missouri wildlife, have nature demonstrations as well as arts and crafts for its Earth Day celebration. Don't miss Eco-Elvis, gardening booth, guided trail hikes and classroom presentations that include everything from Water Garden demos to info on native Mo wildlife.
When: Saturday, April 19th 10 am to 4 pm
Cost: Free.
Go to the Lakeside Nature Center or call 816-513-8900 for more details.
Oakbrook Community Earth Day Events: The Oakbrook Community, located at 136th and Oakbrook in Kearney, Missouri celebrated Earth Day from 12-3pm on Sunday, April 22nd.
They will have a coloring contest for kids in K-5th grade and kids will receive a complimentary seedling from the Mo Dept. of Conservation with entry. Check out their hands-on activites and demonstrations (like how to plant a butterfly garden) as well as a native plant sale and lots of other fun things.
Check out the Oak Brook Website for directions and details.
