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Spring is in full bloom in\u00a0lovely Southern California. With loads of sunshine, flowers and shady paths it’s easy to love\u00a0our beautiful Earth. On April 22nd, 2017 we get a chance to show that love in return by celebrating<\/span>\u00a0Earth Day<\/span><\/a>. Of course we should show our Earth some tender love and care everyday by making <\/span>eco-friendly choices<\/a>, b<\/span>ut on this special day we get to share our love of nature with the world. Earth Day is the day to shout your love for our planet from the roof tops. Whether you want to\u00a0hug every tree in sight or ride your bike to work, show your appreciation for our planet. All through the month of April \u00a0join in some wonderful <\/span>Earth Day events<\/span><\/a> to raise awareness and celebrate our home. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Earth Day L.A.<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n
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grand park 2<\/a> by Lester Guijarro<\/a> (CC BY 2.0<\/a>)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Music Center, Grand Park and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power will host <\/span>Earth Day L.A.<\/b> \u00a0on April 22nd 2017 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in Music Center Plaza. This free event \u00a0will be loads of fun with \u00a0live music and environmental awareness education. Children and adults can participate in recycled-art projects. Be sure to show up early and participate in the tree and plant giveaways. <\/span><\/p>\n

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium Earth Day Celebration <\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n
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For a great mix of volunteer work and fun join Heal The Bay in cleaning up the beach next to the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium early morning and then get free admission to the aquarium. Volunteers will clean up the beach from 10am till noon. Free admission includes access to more than 100 species of marine life and many that you can touch. As a special treat to visitors there will be games, a photo booth, face painting, craft stations and more. In honor of Earth Day the aquarium will have special festival hours \u2014 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both Saturday April 22nd and Sunday April 23rd. Bring the family and celebrate Earth Day. <\/span><\/p>\n

Descanso Gardens <\/span><\/a>Earth Day & Botanic Bling<\/span><\/h2>\n
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If you are looking for a more relaxing way of celebrating Earth Day, check out the the special program planned at Descanso Gardens for a family gardening day. A special floral installation will give you a close up view of native California blooms. There will be a great DIY course on how to build an insect home out of recycled materials. For unique Earth Day memorabilia, the Botanic Bling trunk show will sell unique accessories just in time for Mother’s Day. These gifts \u00a0are sure to make both your mother and mother earth happy. Celebrations begin <\/span>\u00a0<\/b>from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 25-26 at Descanso Gardens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fly a Kite on Earth Day<\/h2>\n
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Ascot Hills Park<\/a> by visually_conscious<\/a> (CC BY 2.0<\/a>)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Join in the fun at the <\/span>6th Annual Kite Festival and Earth Day Celebration at Ascot Hills Park <\/span><\/a>\u00a0April 24th. This family friendly event will also feature access to awesome hiking trails, a picnic area with live jazz and solar powered video games. The first 500 kids will receive a free kite and commemorative participant medals. Pack your picnic basket and join in the Earth Day festivities. <\/span><\/p>\n

With so many great <\/span>Earth Day events<\/span><\/a> this year, it will be hard to choose just one! What are your plans for Earth Day? If you are keeping your celebration local here are some other ideas for <\/span>making your neighborhood <\/span><\/a>\u00a0or your <\/span>home greener<\/span><\/a>. Why not join or donate to your favorite <\/span>green charity<\/span><\/a> or non-profit organization? Share your Earth Day plans or ideas below in the comments section. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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