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Earth Day for Kids: Celebrations for Families in the Lower Hudson Valley
We've already rounded up several Earth Day celebrations happening throughout Westchester, and the fun doesn't stop there! We are going beyond the county line to explore even more ways to celebrate our planet in Lower Hudson Valley.
Earth Day, held annually on April 22, falls on a Friday this year, and there's plenty going on throughout April. These events are interactive, educational and fun for all ages—after all, it's never too early show our kids that we must love, protect and preserve the world we live in. Read on for our top picks for Earth Day events happening throughout Lower Hudson Valley. If you see something that piques your interest, click through to the event listing for all the details, including address, time and price. Also, be sure to peruse our Event Calendar for more family-friendly outings.
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Earth Day Nyack – Nyack
Saturday, April 16, 2016
In addition to music, organic foods, face painting, green vendors and children’s activities, there will be global awareness demonstration, art projects and planting activities.
Earth Day – Poughkeepsie
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Get musical with singalongs and drum circles, watch puppet shows and listen to storytimes, and create kid-friendly arts and crafts. Bring your bike for a bicycle skills rodeo! FREE
Earth Day Fair – New Paltz
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Hosted by by the Reformed Church of New Paltz, this fair will have music, food, children’s activities, green demonstrations and entertainment in a church picnic atmosphere.
Trailside Zoo Earth Day Celebration – Bear Mountain
Saturday, April 23, 2016
Make food for the bears and then watch them devour the treats in their den. There will also be Earth-friendly displays and activities, spring-themed animal enrichment, and the first 75 families can take home a free native tree seedling.
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Earth Day Celebration – Cornwall
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Kids will receive a free Planet Protector Passport at the Outdoor Discover Center and can then receive stamps at each booth in the “Green Zone” and “Going Local” activity areas. There will be live music, games and storytelling; food will be available for purchase. FREE admission and suggested parking donation. Rain date May 1.
Storytime by the Lake – Poughkeepsie
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Held at Morgan Lake, this story time, song and game hour is best for children in grades pre-K through 2nd. FREE
Don't forge to check out our Event Calendar for family-friendly activities happening throughout Westchester and Lower Hudson Valley.
Flickr image credit: Florida Fish and Wildlife
Originally published in 2015 and updated for 2016
