Today is Earth Day, but many around the Steel City are celebrating this weekend. The first Earth Day began on April 22, 1970 with over 20 million people in the U.S. rallying for environmental protection. With programs like our brownfield redevelopment initiative, we know how important it is to protect the Earth every day. Learn more about the environment and Earth Day by attending one of these eco-friendly events happening in Pittsburgh this weekend.
At the Earth Day events, visitors can “learn a little bit more about nature and the city and be excited about being a part of this great community,” Hecht says.
Other Earth Day events include: • The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium in Highland Park is celebrating Earth Day on April 26 with the annual PPG Party for the Planet, with activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event offers several activities where visitors can learn about ways to help make a positive impact on their environment. Activities, such as recycling games, eco-crafts and visits with the zoo's mascot, are included with general admission of $15, $14 for age 60 and older, and $13 for ages 2 to 13.
Details: 412-665-3640 or www.pittsburghzoo.org
• Earth Day in Mt. Lebanon, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 26 at Mt. Lebanon Main Park, includes food, entertainment, artists and representatives from many organizations, including the Sierra Club, political groups, animal shelters and more. Details: www.lebogreen.org
• The annual Westmoreland Earth Day returns April 27 to St. Vincent College in Unity with the theme “Color Your World Green.” The free event includes more than 80 exhibitors who will share information about the environment, energy and other related topics with attendees. The event, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., also includes kids activities. Details: www.westmorelandearthday.org
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