Archive for April 21st, 2014
Earth Day
The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970. Now in it’s 44th year, the Earth Day Network estimates that 1 billion people will participate in some activity related to improving our environment. Officially celebrated on April 22, Earth Day is considered the largest secular holiday in the world. Next week is full of Earth Day events around the globe. And in our agriculturally rich area, there is much to see and celebrate.
Day trips to local nurseries, like Aztec Dahlias in Petaluma, Bamboo Sorcery and California Carnivores both in Sebastopol, Halberg Butterfly Gardens, Lavender Bee Farm and Deer Meadow Bonsai reflect the remarkable diversity of Sonoma County.
Montgomery Village will celebrate it’s fifth annual ‘Day on the Green’ April 26 from 11am to 4pm. Activities, music, food, beer and wine can be enjoyed at this free event. For further information email artep@sonic.net. In Petaluma on May 4 & 5, the 14th annual Spring Planting Festival will be celebrated at the Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company. A visit there is a special experience any time of year.
Spring is a time to plant. Not only the planting of food crops and flowers, gardens and trees, but also a time for planting our hopes and dreams. It is time to take advantage of the season, time to get your ideas and plans for the coming year into the ground. Think annuals and perennials, short-term and long-term goals.
Taking inspiration from the blushing beauty of the Earth, pick from the magic of your creative mind. Choose what is most suitable to who you are and where you are in this Spring moment. Plant those dreams, hopes and ideas. Nurture, water and feed them. Enjoy the beauty, relish the bounty, and prepare to reap the rewards of your efforts.
Mother Earth deserves to be loved and honored. I invite you to celebrate our celestial home. Happy Earth Day!