Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day (which started right here in Nebraska!) with many activities and events!
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Free Crafts for Kids: Earth Day Watering Can Craft at Lakeshore Learning Store – April 22 (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.), FREE
- Kids can make their own watering can.
Michaels Kids Club Earth Day Craft – April 22 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.), $2
- Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece.
Earth Day Omaha – April 22 (11 a.m. – 6 p.m.), Elmwood Park, FREE Admission
- Children’s activities, demonstrations, short speaker sessions, live music, and more.
- Tree Climb at Earth Day Omaha – April 22 (11 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Party for the Planet at the Omaha’s Zoo & Aquarium – April 22 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.), Regular Admission applies
- Celebrate Earth Day and discover ways you can help save our planet. Stop by one of the conservation-themed booths inside the Wild Kingdom Pavilion. Receive gate gifts, provided by Oriental Trading Company, while supplies last.
Sarpy County Earth Day – April 30 (12 – 4 p.m.), BPS Lied Activity Center, FREE
- The annual Sarpy County Earth Day Celebration & Expo will feature fun and educational environmentally friendly activities, with a highlight on the environmental efforts in our community. This is a FREE, indoor event. Location: 2700 Arboretum Drive, Bellevue, NE.
Arbor Day Celebration at La Vista Community Center – April 27 (10 a.m.)
- Come for an outdoor story time and Arbor Day tree planting followed by Preschool Playtime in the gym. No registration required.
TREEmendous Arbor Day Celebration at Lauritzen Gardens – April 29 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
- Tree-themed educational activities designed for families to learn about a variety of tree topics. The first 100 households will receive a FREE tree seedling. Included with regular admission or membership. Children who dress like a tree will get in FREE!
Other Cities
Earth Day & Party for the Planet at Lincoln Zoo – April 22 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
- Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo! Say hello to your favorite animal friends and watch a show on the Animal Encounter Stage. Included with regular admission.
Annual Arbor Day Celebration in Nebraska City – April 28 – 30
- Celebrate the tree planter’s holiday where it all began – in Nebraska City, Nebraska. The entire community will mark the internationally-celebrated holiday with a parade, craft show, and more.
Arbor Day Family Celebration at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure – April 29 – 30
- Special Arbor Day events at the Tree Adventure Family Celebration. Regular admission applies.
Free Entrance Days in the National Parks – April 22 – 23
It is always a good idea to verify with the business before visiting.
Have a wonderful celebration!
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