SCHEDULE
Monday, April 18th
Earth Week Information Table :
UC front walkway 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Come find out what we have planned for Earth Week!
Documentary Screening : Racing Extinction
Anspach 169 8:00 pm
This film explores how humans have played a role in the extinction of almost half of the world's species, and how we are creating the path for our own extinction as well. Eye opening from start to finish, you do not want to miss this one!
Tuesday, April 19th
Outdoor Celebration : Community Tabling Event
UC Walkway - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Come find out how you can get involved in protecting our planet, both on campus and throughout the state. There will also be crafts and environmentally minded goods for sale!
Interactive Panel Discussion on Environmental Racism :
French Auditorium 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The panel discussion will provide an in depth perspective on the subject and examine the root causes of where and why it is happening in 2016.
Special guests,
Emma Lockridge: The Community of the 48217 - A First Hand Look at the Most Polluted Zip Code in Michigan
Lisa McGeshick: Defending Our Water - The Flint Water Crisis & the Threats of Fracking
Wednesday, April 20th
Campus Grow Volunteering in the Garden Event :
Community Gardens by IM fields 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Help get the gardens ready for Spring, come play in the dirt!
Birds of Prey Show by the Wildlife Society :
Pearce 128 7:00 pm
The Wildlife Recovery Association is bringing some exciting birds of prey for an educational and exciting program! There may be screech owls, bald eagles, and great horned owls, to name a few.
Reel Paddling Film Festival :
Park Library Auditorium 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This screening of awe-inspiring paddling films showcases the natural beauty of our water resources. Watch, enjoy and get inspired to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, push your physical and emotional limits, embrace an environmentally-friendly lifestyle, and appreciate the heritage of the wild and wonderful places we have to paddle.
Documentary Screening : Racing Extinction
Education and Human Services Building room 213 8:00 pm
The documentary so good we are showing it twice! If you missed the first one, be sure to check it out tonight. This film explores how humans have played a role in the extinction of almost half of the world's species, and how we are creating the path for our own extinction as well. Eye opening from start to finish, you do not want to miss this one!
Thursday, April 21st
Documentary Screening : The Cove
Pearce 223 4:30 pm
Learn about the secret world of dolphin exploitation and the people who documented it against incredible obstacles. This film is a must watch if you care about the beauty and the respect of life on our planet.
Interactive Panel Discussion on Urgent Environmental Issues in Michigan :
French Auditorium 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Speakers from Food and Water Watch, the Sierra Club, Michigan Coalition Against Tar Sands, Michigan Citizens for Water Conservation, the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, and the Ecology Center will discuss the most pressing environmental issues in Michigan and what is being done to protect our beautiful state. Hear about potential internships and employment opportunities with these environmental organizations as well!
Saturday, April 23rd
Experience Earth Week Volunteer Opportunity :
Chippewa Nature Center, 400 S Badour Rd, Midland MI, 48640
call 989-631-0830 with questions
volunteer shifts run between 9:45 am - 4pm
Plant seeds to take home or build nesting boxes at one of three time slots 9:45 am - 12 (noon); 11:45 am - 2 pm and 1:45 - 4 pm
Help with tree and shrub planting from
10:00 am - 12:00pm, or 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Invasive plant species pull from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Earth Day - Friday, April 22nd
Service Ambassadors : Volunteer Event
Chippewa Nature Center 11 - 3pm
Get some fresh air while helping maintain our local forests! Service Ambassadors will be sending 12 students (who sign up in advance on April 18th at https://orgsync.com/26702/chapter) to plant trees at the nature center.
CARMA Pick Up the Chip River Clean-Up :
Island Park 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Spend some time cleaning up the Chippewa River and enjoying the outdoors
Contact Sara at zalew1sa@cmich.edu if you want to volunteer!
Open Mic Earth Day Event :
The Dreamer Coffee Shop 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Poetry, art, music, environmental awareness, and of course coffee!
Parks & Outdoor Recreation Coalition River Clean-Up :
Buckley’s Canoes 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Float down the Chip in a canoe or kayak and pick up some trash
Contact Jon at breit1jj@cmich.edu if you want to volunteer!
Earth Day Celebration : Craft Beer, Trivia, Live Music, & Art
Mountain Town Brewery 7:00 pm - midnight
Join us on Earth Day to celebrate all 365 days spent on our amazing planet, with craft beer, trivia, live music, and art!
Trivia starts at 7:30 pm