Darien Nature Center To Hold Earth Day Celebration

DARIEN, CT — The Darien Nature Center is holding its 2nd annual Spring into Nature Festival on Saturday, April 23, with plans to bring you fresh air family fun in beautiful Cherry Lawn Park.

According to a news release, local environmental organizations will be stationed throughout the park, with activities and information for all ages to inspire sustainable living habits.

Guests who have wondered about growing microgreens, beekeeping, eco camping, supporting pollinators and raising chickens can learn more here.

"This day is designed to teach both children and adults simple actions they can take every day to make our world greener and cleaner," event co-chair Diana Plaxsun said in a news release. "We're excited for this year's lineup of groups who all have something different to offer in ways that are both entertaining and educational."

Activities this year include a community art project using recycled materials, performances by Sova Dance and Puppet Theater, ponding, animal encounters, a children’s StoryWalk, seed planting and more.

Groups attending include Essential Earth Farm, Peet’s Bees, Stoneledge Farm, Darien Pollinator Pathway, Monarch Watch, Darien Recycling Center, Darien Land Trust, Rent the Chicken and Darien Parks & Recreation. Many of the Nature Center's program educators will also be there to spend time with guests and their children.

Tickets are $50 per vehicle, with a maximum of five people per group. Guests can attend from 10 a.m. to noon, or 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased and more information can be found at dariennaturecenter.org.