Earth Day 2009 Celebrations in Connecticut

Gaylord Nelson was the founder of Earth Day and his idea evolved over seven years, beginning in 1962 before it was finally recognized. Earth Day was first celebrated in the spring of 1970. Earth Day is on April 22 and the state of Connecticut has a variety of activities to celebrate.

Earth Day Celebration at the Smart Living Center
When: Saturday April18
Time: 9am-3pm
Where: 297 Boston Post Rd Orange, Ct
Phone: 203 799 2460

Help plant seeds for energy efficiency. Enjoy a presentation by the Rainforest Reptiles, workshops given by Little Scientists, a scavenger hunt, mini seminars, and plant sales. Scouts can earn an Earth Day patch for attending! Hands on activities for all ages to enjoy.

Earth Day Celebration and Hike
When: Sunday April 19
Time 1:30pm
Where: Mt Carmel Avenue Hamden, Ct Sleeping Giant State Park
Phone: 203 272 7841

Enjoy a hike around Sleeping Giant State Park! Wear comfortable, supportive shoes. Dress for the weather. Bring snacks, water, and a camera to capture the beauty!Meeting place is at the bulletin board near the park entrance!

Party for the Planet
When: Saturday April 18 and Sunday April 19
Time: 12pm-3pm (both days)
Where: Beardsley Zoo

Celebrate Earth Day at the Beardsley Zoo! Promoting local, organic, earth-friendly choices as a way of living a healthier life for ourselves and the planet. Environmentally friendly vendors with anything from green cleaning products, recycled fashion accessories, and better lawn care for you and the surrounding wildlife.
Saturday 1:00 Tom Hanford's Musical Menagerie
Sunday 1:00 "Environmental Hootenanny" with musical performers Tom Callihan and Ann Shapiro.

Fairfield's Earth Day
When: May 9
Time: 9:30am-3:00pm
Where: Fairfield Warde High School

Over 90 exhibitors! Get Home Depot coupons for water saving plants and shrubs. Kids can make a planter and fill it with Mother's Day Flowers. Enter raffles! Hear from Clean Energy Representatives about environmental iniatives and policies. Recycle your electronics for free at the CRRA collection!

Earth Day Celebration
When: April 22
Time: 6:15pm-8:00pm
Where: A Moment Away Spa
196 Queen St Southington, Ct
Phone: 860 426 9122

Earth Day Celebration
When: April 25
Time: 10am-3pm
Where: Connecticut Audubon Society at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street, Glastonbury, Ct

Kids craft area, vendors, presentations, recycled art, environmental information, green cleaning information, nature walks, and much more. Fun and educational for the whole family!

Family Program - Planting a Seed
When: April 18
Time: 12-3
Where: Connecticut Historical Society Museum and Library
One Elizabeth Street at Asylum Avenue Hartford, Ct
Phone: 860 236 5621 ext. 222

Come celebrate Earth Day with the Connecticut Historical Society! Decorate your own flowerpot and plant seeds to bring home and watch grow.Members, Seniors, Students - $3 Adults - $6
One flowerpot included with each admission. Additional flowerpots $3 each
Reservations recommended for groups!