Earth Month Celebrations
April is Earth Month, a time to celebrate our natural environment and come together to protect it. We've got fun, interactive eco-themed events and initiatives for the whole family!
| April 16 - Healthy Yards Plant & Garden Sale Begins | ||||||
| Create a beautiful, eco-friendly garden at a low cost! Starting April 16, Richmond Hill residents can pre-order native trees, shrubs, perennial wildflower kits, rain barrels and/or composters. The online sale runs until May 19 or while supplies last. Visit the Healthy Yards page for more information. |
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| April 17 - Fantastic Fish Workshop & Guided Walk (free) | ||||||
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Dive into the hidden world beneath the surface of Lake Wilcox! Join us for a family‑friendly guided walk as we explore the fascinating fish species that call Lake Wilcox—and the rest of southern Ontario—home. Early spring offers a unique glimpse into this freshwater ecosystem as we explore which species are active and how to identify them. Please note: this program is observational only; no fishing will take place. Friday, April 17, 6:15-7:45 p.m. |
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| April 18 - Our Power, Our Planet: An Earth Day Celebration (free) | ||||||
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Celebrate Earth Day with hands-on fun for the whole family! Enjoy free eco-friendly workshops (details below), e-bike & e-scooter rides, kids arts & crafts, Little Fingers Live Music with Charlie and Farisya, games, prizes & more! While you’re there, give back to the community by supporting our food drive for the Richmond Hill Food Bank. Bring non-perishable items to help local families in need and be part of a day dedicated to sustainability, care and compassion. Together, small actions can make a big impact! Saturday, April 18, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Workshops
ParkingOn event day, parking in the library lots will be limited and the underground parking will be closed. Street parking will be available all day on Atkinson Street and Hopkins Street. Participants are encouraged to carpool or take public transit. |
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| April 18 - Community Tree Planting (free) | ||||||
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Join us, Forests Canada and LEAF to plant native trees and shrubs at Meander Park! Together, we’ll dig, plant, and grow Richmond Hill’s urban forest—one tree at a time. Meander Park, 101 Alpaca Drive This green‑thumb gathering is perfect for all ages, so bring the whole family and help give nature a helping hand! What to wear:
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| April 19 - Community Tree Planting (free) | ||||||
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Join us and LEAF to plant native trees and shrubs at Meander Park! Together, we’ll dig, plant, and grow Richmond Hill’s urban forest—one tree at a time. Meander Park, 101 Alpaca Drive This green‑thumb gathering is perfect for all ages, so bring the whole family and help give nature a helping hand! Register to plant trees with us! What to wear:
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| April 20 - Clean Up, Green Up Weeks Begins (free) | ||||||
| Everyone is invited to help give Richmond Hill a spring cleaning! From April 20 to May 4, residents, businesses, community groups and schools are encouraged to come together to help pick up litter that has accumulated over the winter months in parks, trails, on boulevards and in open spaces. Learn more and register online by April 6. |
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| April 21 - Maximize Your Healthy Yard Gardening Workshop (free) | ||||||
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Growing native trees, shrubs and wildflowers can help your garden thrive and improve the natural environment. Learn how to choose the right native plants for your yard and how to install and use rain barrels and composters. Tuesday, April 21, 6-7:30 p.m. |
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| April 26 - Community Tree Planting (free) | ||||||
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Join us and Ontario Streams to plant trees in the Rouge River valleylands! Sunday, April 26, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. What to bring and wear
Thank you for your support and passion for protecting the Earth! We look forward to making a difference together! |
Other upcoming environmental initiatives:
- Spring Exploration Walk: Insects - May 2
- Richmond Hill Bird Friendly Festival - May 9
- Nominate your favourite RH front garden for recognition - June 2 to July 7
Everyone is invited to participate. Together, our actions can make a big difference!