Celebrate Earth Day - and More - in Manhattan Beach
Apr 19, 2022 11:45AM ● By Jeanne Fratello
As Earth Day approaches on April 22, there are a variety of activities you can participate in around Manhattan Beach and in your home to preserve our environment and natural resources.
Ongoing Through April 30
California Reforestation Project: The Manhattan Beach Middle School Grades of Green team is fundraising to reforest
areas of California affected by wildfire and drought. Each dollar
donated to the One Tree Planted fundraiser will plant one tree in
California. Watch their video to see why trees are so important in protecting our planet and fighting climate change, and then consider donating to their fundraiser. Anyone who donates $5 or more by April 30 can fill out this form to be entered into a raffle to win gift certificates to one of two nearby garden shops. See this flyer (PDF) for additional information.
Friday, April 22
A rendering of the Manhattan Beach dunes via The Bay Foundation.
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.: Dune Restoration Project: The Bay Foundation and the city of Manhattan Beach, along with other community partners, is restoring approximately three
acres of beach dunes along the north Manhattan Beach coastline. Come volunteer to help remove non-native ice plant and plant and seed native dune
species. Other volunteer opportunities are available April 27 and April 29.
Saturday, April 23
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. "Shred Fest" at Kinecta: In honor of Earth Day, Kinecta Federal Credit Union is hosting its
annual Shred Fest, a free community paper-shredding event. The event will offer the public a safe and convenient way to dispose of unwanted
paper items. Participants are invited to make a $1 donation for every
box of paper recyclables, with Kinecta matching each $1 donation up to
$500 to benefit the Richstone Family Center.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Keep It Green, Keep it Clean: The Annual Keep It Green, Keep It Clean Earth Day Celebration
is back in-person at the Roundhouse Aquarium. Join the fun on Saturday,
April 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Roundhouse Aquarium. Check
out booths by local community partners and school organizations as well
as interactive and hands-on ways to promote sustainable living, such as a
creating a reusable bag out of a shirt and a plant your own seed
station. Some events require pre-registration.
Beach trash - Photo via Heal the Bay
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Beach Cleanup: Join the Waste Less Shop, Steve Saiz State Farm
Agency, and the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce at a community beach clean up. Stop by The Waste Less Shop between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and pick up a clean bucket from The
Waste Less Shop or grab one from the State Farm tent at the beach between 34th and 35th Streets.
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Waste Less Shop Earth Day Celebration: Join the Waste Less Shop for its Earth Day celebration with an Earth Day BOGO 25% off sale & receive a free tree seedling with all purchases over $20,
plus a chance to win a $100 gift card. There will also be free
beverages, a bouquet bar from J Flowers, a sustainable pledge selfie
station, snacks and multiple local green non-profits popping up from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Also featured in the neighborhood are offers from Salon Flourish (20% off Davines liters and shampoo bars), Human Landscapers (10% off Human Landscapers skin products + 20% discount on future service with purchase), and Two Guns Espresso (20% off all barista-made drinks when you bring your own reusable cup.)
Wednesday, April 27
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.: Dune Restoration Project: The Bay Foundation and the city of Manhattan Beach, along with other community partners, is restoring approximately three
acres of beach dunes along the north Manhattan Beach coastline. Come volunteer to help remove non-native ice plant and plant and seed native dune
species.
5:00 p.m.: Earth Month Webinar: Join the city of Manhattan Beach's Environmental Sustainability
Division virtually on April 27 at 5:00 PM to learn about easy ways to
save energy at home and, in turn, lower your utility bills. The webinar will cover energy efficiency, energy conservation (and the
difference between the two), and the many residential energy and
water-saving programs that can help you "be green" while saving your
"green." Presenters include Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN), South Bay Cities Council of Government, and the West Basin Municipal Water District. Register here.
Friday, April 29
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.: Dune Restoration Project: The Bay Foundation and the city of Manhattan Beach, along with other community partners, is restoring approximately three
acres of beach dunes along the north Manhattan Beach coastline. Come volunteer to help remove non-native ice plant and plant and seed native dune
species.
Saturday, May 7
10:00 a.m.: Free Composting Workshop: Join the City of Manhattan Beach for one of its free composting workshops. Learn all about the curbside food waste program and backyard composting techniques. The workshops last one hour, are open to the public, and all levels are welcome. At the class, you will also have an opportunity to purchase a composting or worm bin for $35
each (cash or check), or purchase one anytime by calling Waste Management directly at (310) 830-7100.
Ongoing
Support local businesses
that have demonstrated their commitment to sustainability. Find out more at the city's lists
of Green Businesses and Clean Bay certified restaurants.
Visit the Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden (open daily from sunrise to sunset, except for Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) and learn about plants that are native to Manhattan Beach. Volunteer to help in the garden on Friday mornings.
