EARTH DAY 2011 in Boulder: Events around town

In Boulder, we shoot to make every day Earth Day, but each April, the rest of the world celebrates with us.

Here’s a list of a few local events to help you get your green on.

April 22

The Boulder Valley School District will have its third annual Bike-to-School Day. Students can register at bvsd.org/saferoutes to participate. They will receive a free school lunch and coupons at local stores, as well as a chance to win prizes, such as bikes and tune-ups, helmets, bike lights, jerseys, bells and more. Go here for more info.

Alfalfa’s will re-open if you’re out and about in need of groceries. Check out the Daily Camera story: Alfalfa’s Market comes back to life in downtown Boulder.

May 1

We typically run on the Earth. Try running for it with the 9th Annual Earth Day 5k hosted by the Center for ReSource Conservation. The race starts at CU’s Research Park. Cost: $25/adults before April 30; $30/adults after. Register at Active.com.

EARTH DAY 2010 in Boulder: Events aplenty

Earth Day falls on April 22, but throughout the month there will be no shortage of fun ways to get involved and celebrate Earth Day’s 40th anniversary. After the jump, we’ve collected some cool events going on throughout Boulder County, from right now through the end of the month: Read more