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Kids ages 10 and older can enjoy Earth Day by taking items that would normally be thrown away and turning them into something useful. For this upcycling craft, packaging tubes of different sizes will be used to create a colorful wall hanging organizer. Crafters can make it their own...
Danielle Carlomusto, founder of Motown is Gro-town, will lead families in songs and stories while sharing the joys of gardening. This program will take place on the lawn at the back of the Civic Center Library’s parking lot. Bring a blanket and/or chairs, maintain social distancing and wear a...
Reconnect with nature and celebrate Earth Day at this family event. Participants will learn about recycling, plants and pollution with a series of activities and games. Dress for the weather. Ages 5-plus. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Event cost: $8/members, $10/non-members
Event time: 1:30-2:45 p.m. April 23, 2022
Meet at the Nature Center at Lake St. Clair Metropark to pick up tools, safety equipment and area assignments to clean up the park in celebration of Earth Day. Snacks and water will be provided. For ages 6 and up. Pre-registration required by 4 p.m. April 20.
Event cost: Free
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In honor of Earth Day and in celebration of the Detroit River, the Belle Isle Conservancy has elevated the annual Spring Cleanup into a week-long event and will be working as part of the Detroit River Coalition in a joint mission to protect, preserve and celebrate the Detroit River....
