FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 10, 2024

Office of Sustainability Contact: Nora Karakashian
Email:  NKarakashian@GlendaleCA.gov
Office: (818) 548-3320

City Media Contact: Stephanie Mkhlian
Email: SMkhlian@GlendaleCA.gov
Office: (818) 550-4424

CITY OF GLENDALE INVITES YOU TO CELEBRATE EARTH MONTH

GLENDALE, CA - This April, the City of Glendale and the Office of Sustainability invite the community to celebrate Earth Month through a series of environmentally conscious events and initiatives. Themed "Reconnect with the Earth," this year's Earth Month Fest aims to inspire residents to embrace environmental stewardship, deepen their understanding of the planet, and actively participate in sustainable practices.

Highlight of the Month: The Earth Day Fair

The cornerstone event, the Earth Day Fair, is scheduled for Saturday, April 20th, 2024, at Verdugo Park from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This zero-waste fair promises a fun day for families, kids, teens, and adults, featuring a variety of activities including educational activities, interactive games, rock climbing, face painting, carnival games, and more.

Attendees will also enjoy performances by "We Tell Stories" and the "SoCal Mobile Zoo," showcasing cool critters. Over 30 booths from vendors and community groups will be present, alongside food trucks offering delicious eats. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own water bottles, containers, cutlery, and to come the fair by walking, biking, and public transit in honor of Earth Day and to obtain bonus tickets for opportunity draws throughout the day.

This event is a vibrant celebration of our planet, designed to engage all ages in the joy and responsibility of environmental conservation.

Engage in Sustainability Throughout the Month

The Earth Month Fest doesn't stop with the Earth Day Fair. Glendale residents have a plethora of opportunities to engage with their environment throughout April and into May. Highlights include:

• Electric Car Guest Drive: Get behind the wheel of the future by test driving an electric car on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, at the Isabel Parking Lot at City Hall from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Registration required.
• Free Compost Giveaway: Boost your garden with free compost created from the community’s organic waste on Saturday, April 13th, 2024, at City Parking Lot 30 from 8:00AM – 12:00PM, or until compost run out.
• Friday Night Lecture: Get the Dirt on Dirt: Delve into the fascinating world of soil, one of our most valuable natural resources on Saturday April 19th, 2024, at Stone Barn Nature Center from 6:30PM – 8:30PM. Registration required.
• Guided Hike Through the Sycamore Canyon Wildlife Corridor: Discover Glendale's natural beauty and wildlife corridors with a guided hike with the Arroyos Foothill Conservancy on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at the Sycamore Canyon Preserve from 10:00AM – 12:00PM. Registration required.

For the full schedule of Earth Month events and activities, including how to register for specific events, please visit GlendaleCA.gov/EarthDay. The Office of Sustainability encourages all residents to participate in these events, embodying the spirit of Earth Month not just in April, but throughout the year.

The Office of Sustainability can be contacted through email at Sustainability@GlendaleCA.gov or by calling (818) 548-4844 option 2. More information of the Office of Sustainability can be found at GlendaleCA.gov/Sustainability.

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About the Office of Sustainability

The mission of the City of Glendale’s Office of Sustainability is to help meet the needs of Glendale’s residents and businesses today, as well as to help preserve the ability of future generations to meet their sustainability needs.

About Glendale   

Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of more than 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks, and easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking.