Earth Day began on April 22, 1970 and a year later, the United Nations proclaimed it an international holiday. Since then, people around the world have celebrated this holiday annually to continue to think about ways to preserve our planet. Here's a sampling of Earth Day celebrations on Long Island. Please note that some events are before or after April 22.
Friday, April 17
- What: Earthstock. Stony Brook University presents an Earth Day celebration that's open to the public. Environmental organizations and others with an earth-friendly message will be on hand. There will be an Earthstock music performance at 11:30 a.m.
When: Starts at 10 a.m.
Where: Stony Brook University.
Cost: **FREE**
More Info: Visit the Stony Brook University website for more information.
- What: Women in Science & Math Series: Mother Earth Day Parade. Children ages 3 and up will enjoy the Long Island Children's Museum's second annual Mother Earth Day Parade. Children will explore plants, insects and animals.
When:1 - 3 p.m.
Where: Long Island Children's Museum, 1 Davis Avenue, Garden City
Cost: $3 with museum admission.
More Info: (516) 224-5800
- What: Earth Day at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge. There will be guided nature walks, live animal presentations, crafts for the kids, environmental exhibitors, and self-guided kayaking and canoeing on Old Ice Pond.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.
Where: The Quogue Wildlife Refuge, 3 Old Country Road, Quogue
Cost: **FREE**
More Info: Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Sunday, April 19
- What: Families will enjoy Celebrate Earth Day at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center. There will be live aimals demos throughout the day, animal crafts and trails to wander through. Stay for an hour or for the whole day.
When: 1 to 3 p.m. At 1 p.m., the staff will showcase hawks, owls and falcons, and at 2 p.m., you'll see snakes, turtles and lizards.
Where: Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center,134 Cove Road, Oyster Bay.
Cost: **FREE**
More Info: Call (516) 922-3200 for more information.
- What: Earth Day Festival
When:10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Indian Island County Park & Country Club, Cross River Drive, Route 105, Riverhead
Cost: **FREE**
More Info: (631) 852-3232
Wednesday, April 22
- What: First Annual Earth Day Celebration with the Group for the East End. Children, accompanied by an adult, will learn how to prepare healthy treats created from organic, local ingredients. Three different dishes will be prepared and participants will sample the finished fare.
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: 15 Prospect Street, Southampton.
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $12 per ticket for groups of six or more purchased in advance.
More Info: Call the Group for the East End (631)283-3354
- What: Huntington Family Earth Day Expo. Learn about solar energy, organic gardening, composting, bio-diesel and alternative fuel and more. The kids will enjoy fun family educational activities.
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Huntington Town Hall, 100 Main Street.
Cost: .
More Info: Visit Huntington Family Earth Day Expo
- What: Green Living Expo. Learn about new products and services that help to keep you, your family and the earth healthy. You can also drop off your old computers and computer components for recycling.
When: Saturday from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood Campus, Health, Sports & Education Center, 101 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood.
Cost: Tickets are $10 per adult. Free for children 12 and under. Cash only purchase at the box office on day of event.
More Info: Green Living Expo
- What: Family-oriented Earth Day at Heckscher State Park.
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Heckscher State Park, Heckscher Parkway Field 1, East Islip.
Cost: $6 per car.
More Info: Call (631) 581-2100
- What: Sayville's 19th Annual Earth Day Celebration features performers, live music, animal exhibits, educational workshops, displays and more .
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Gillette Park, Sayville
Cost: FREE
More Info: Call (631) 224-5650
