Earth-conscious San Diegans can take part in several Earth Day events this weekend, from volunteer cleanups to festivals.
More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day events each year since the first Earth Day observation in 1970, according to Earthday.org Earth Day , officially celebrated on Monday,"connects people to the public spaces where wildlife and nature thrive." The global theme this year is Planet vs. Plastics. According to Earthday.org, more than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day events each year since the first Earth Day observation in 1970.
Things to do this weekend in San Diego: 54th Chicano Park Day Celebration, Spring Sake Festival and morewill run from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday at Libby Lake Park, 424 Calle Montecito, with environmentally focused vendors, arts, crafts, music and activities. EarthFest, presented by Vegan Food Popup, will feature more than 100 sustainable food, product and service vendors. Several dozen environmental, conservation and animal rescue groups will also be onsite sharing information and resources.
EarthFest is a zero-waste event and is partnering again this year with Sustainability is Sexy to implement onsite waste diversion and recycling management.
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