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COOL DAVIS EVENTS

COOL DAVIS Earth Day Pledge Challenge – SOFT LAUNCH

Friday April 14th (all day online)

Embrace the challenge and make your pledge to complete 6 emissions-reducing resilience-building actions before Earth Day next year! Check out the full announcement or go directly to the pledge page!

COOL DAVIS, Climate Strike, and DEVA in Picnic Day Parade

Saturday, April 15th 9:30am to 11am

Save your spot along the parade route and check out our vibe! (Cool Davis and Climate Strike are #7) (Davis Electric Vehicle Association (DEVA) is #8), so … up front! More info here

 

 

COOL DAVIS at Davis Farmers Market – Energy Make a Plan Campaign

Saturday, April 22nd 8am to 1pm

301 C St., Davis. Monthly on the third Saturday

 

COOL DAVIS Earth Day Pledge Challenge – LAUNCH

Sunday April 23 online and at the Climate Movie Circle

Embrace the challenge and make your pledge to complete 6 emissions-reducing resilience-building actions before Earth Day next year!

Check out the full announcement or go directly to the pledge page.

 

April COOL DAVIS Climate Movie Circle

Sunday April 23 1:30pm to 4:30pm

Our movie starts at about 1:30pm, the discussion follows at 3:15pm, and an Earth Day pledging session will follow that. Free popcorn and more TBA. “One Earth Filmmakers 10 Best of the Best.” Check out the full announcement!

 

 

 

COOL DAVIS PARTNER AND OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS

Yolo County Vegan Chef Challenge

April 1st through 30th

BRAND NEW vegan options all over Yolo County. Check out our article with more info.

Climate Strike Organized by Fridays for Future Davis

Friday, April 14th 12pm to 1pm

Gather at E 14th & B Street, then march to Central Park Davis.

More info: instagram.com/fridaysforfuture_davis/ or fridaysforfuture.org/

 

Tree Davis Tree Planting at Da Vinci High School

Sunday, April 16th 1pm to 4pm

Join Tree Davis in planting climate-ready trees on the Da Vinci High School campus! All volunteers must bring their own work gloves, water, snacks, sun protection and closed toed shoes. We request that volunteers who are feeling ill in any form wait until they are fully recovered to participate in Tree Davis events. Meet at the back of the school on the grassy field, which is accessible from the parking lot at 1400 E 8th St Davis, CA  95616. Tree Davis is a Cool Davis partner. Tree Davis calendar.

 

COOL Cuisine Meetup for Yolo Vegan Chef Challenge

Tuesday, April 18th at 6pm

Noodle 88 restaurant in Davis. RSVP needed if you want a seat saved for you with the group. RSVP here! 

 

Climate Strike Organized by Fridays for Future Davis

Friday, April 21st 12pm to 1pm

Gather at E 14th & B Street, then march to Central Park Davis.

More info: instagram.com/fridaysforfuture_davis/ or fridaysforfuture.org/

 

Dr. Julia B. Levine, Davis Poet Laureate, at Community Mercantile

Saturday, April 22nd 12pm to 5pm (3pm reading)

  1. FREE succulents for the first 40 people
  2. Make your own FREE fabric banner/bunting
  3. Make your own FREE flower head wreath
  4. Poetry reading!

Dr. Julia B. Levine, Poet Laureate for the City of Davis, will be sharing her poetry on climate change for the upcoming Earth Day event at Community Mercantile Thrift Store 622 Cantrill Drive, Davis. Julia Levine is an accomplished poet and clinical psychologist who is passionately committed to both poetry and reducing the impacts of global warming as well as working towards ecological justice. She is a long-time resident of Davis who has worked on efforts to support Tree Davis, Yolo Land Trust, Cool Davis and Tuleyome. Exact times TBD. More info here.

 

 

Cesar Chavez Elementary School Bike Swap

More info here 

Young and Emerging Planners Earth Day Clean-up

April 22nd 9am to 12pm

Interested in restoration of the Putah Creek Riparian Reserve? Want to help out the environment and make some friends? Young and Emerging Planners (YEP) is hosting an Earth Day clean-up event at Putah Creek. Grab a friend and get involved. Volunteers will have the opportunity to enjoy nature, network, and support restoration and stewardship efforts alongside the Putah Creek Council. RSVP today to save your spot! Meeting place and event time will be updated closer to the event.

 

Tree Davis Tree Planting at Davis Senior High School

April 22nd 1pm to 4pm

Join Tree Davis in planting Climate-Ready Trees on the Da Vinci High School campus! All volunteers must bring their own work gloves, water, snacks, sun protection and closed toed shoes. We request that volunteers who are feeling ill in any form wait until they are fully recovered to participate in Tree Davis events. Meet at the south side of DSHS on W 14th Street, Davis, CA  95616. Tree Davis is a Cool Davis partner. Tree Davis calendar.

 

Natural Resources Commission Meeting

Monday, April 24 at 6:30pm to 9:30pm

The Natural Resources Commission meets at the Community Chambers Conference Room at City Hall on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30pm, located at 23 Russell Boulevard. The commission does not normally meet in August or December. The public is welcome to attend.

Sign up for eNotification to receive meeting information via email.

 

City of Davis Sustainable Gardening Webinar

Tuesday, April 27, 3pm-4pm

Join City of Davis Conservation Coordinators Dawn Calciano and Jennifer Gilbert for a Zoom webinar and take a look at gardening through a sustainability lens. Learn ways to create and maintain a sustainable landscape by optimizing your water use, choosing the right plants, keeping rainwater onsite, cultivating healthy soils, reducing waste and managing yard materials. City of Davis calendar.

Zoom link: https://yolocounty.zoom.us/j/81855490863

 

Climate Strike Organized by Fridays for Future Davis

Friday, April 28th 12pm to 1pm

Gather at E 14th & B Street, then march to Central Park Davis.

More info: instagram.com/fridaysforfuture_davis/ or fridaysforfuture.org/

 

OTHER SUPER COOL EVENTS

Yolo County Central Landfill Compost Giveaway

March 1st through April 30th

Bring your own shovel and bags, plus ID or utility bill to prove Yolo County residency. Monday through Saturday from 6:30am to 4pm and Sunday from 8am to 4pm. No appointment needed. The landfill is located at 44090 County Road 28H.

https://www.yolocounty.org/government/general-government-departments/community-services/integrated-waste-management-division/central-landfill/compost-available-for-sale

 

Yolo County Earth Day, Day of Shopping & Inspiration for Sustainability

April 22nd 9am to 3pm

Big Blue Barn Thrift Store at the Yolo County Central Landfill

Join the City of Davis at the Yolo County Landfill for an Earth Day Event with activities and information on environmental programs in Yolo County. Meet industry experts and learn new tips on how to compost, recycle, and repurpose for a more sustainable future. The Big Blue Barn will be offering 50% off. The Yolo County Landfill is located at 44090 County Road 28H, Woodland, CA 95776.

Yolo County Climate Action Commission Meeting

Monday, April 24, 4pm-6:30pm

The Yolo County Climate Action and Sustainability Program (Sustainability Program) leads the County’s efforts to advance equitable climate action and response to climate change. The Sustainability Program staffs the Yolo County Climate Action Commission (YCCAC) and coordinates climate action and sustainability efforts among County Departments.  This eleven-member advisory body is charged with developing and implementing a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) to meet the 2030 goal and ensuring vulnerable, marginalized, and historically underserved communities are centered in the process. The program also works closely with external partners including local municipalities, regional agencies, community-based organizations, and local community leaders to align goals and collaborate on regional climate mitigation and adaptation. https://www.yolocounty.org/government/general-government-departments/community-services/climate-action-sustainability

 

Tree Davis Arbor Day Celebration Events

April 29th 8am to 1pm

Farmer’s Market at Central Park Davis

The City of Davis and Tree Davis are co-hosting the Davis Arbor Day Celebration at the Farmer’s Market at Central Park.

Saturday, April 29, marks National Arbor Day, and Tree Davis will celebrate it by offering two, free events at 8 a.m.: a bicycle ride/tree tour and a celebration at Central Park with the City of Davis and journalist Bob Dunning. Mayor Will Arnold will also attend the event and read the City’s proclamation.

Starting at 8 a.m., the fifth edition of the “Great Tree Search Bike Tour” will begin with coffee and donuts at the North Davis Pond parking lot, located at Anderson Road and F Street. At 8:30 a.m., Board President Greg McPherson will begin the six-mile tour with stops at several ecological restoration projects. In addition to visiting Great Trees, the tour will include outstanding examples of tree shaded streets and parking lots. Riders will learn about the past, present, and future of the Avenue of Trees along West Russell, then finish at noon at Central Park to join the ongoing celebration.

At the same time, from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., an Arbor Day Celebration will be taking place at Central Park. Tree Davis, City of Davis, UC Davis Arboretum, CAL FIRE, West Coast Arborists and other urban forestry champions will be available to chat with attendees about the importance of trees in the face of climate change. At noon, Bob Dunning will lead a discussion at the event about the history and impact of Davis’ trees, alongside city staff and other community leaders.

Attendance for both events is free, though registration for the bicycle ride is necessary, at: www.treedavis.org. Watch for more details on the Tree Davis website.

 

California Duck Days

April 29th 9am to 4pm

California Duck Days is a family oriented, community-based outdoor festival held at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters, 45211 County Road 32B, Davis, CA 95618. This event will have activities for people of all ages, on-site activities for families, interactive exhibits, wetland themed arts and crafts and much more. Come by the City’s Wildlife table to learn about our local wildlife, pollinators and the Davis wetlands.

Learn more on the Yolo Basin Foundation’s Website

Whole Earth Festival at UC Davis

May 12th through 14th Mother’s Day Weekend

UC Davis Quad and other events across campus

The annual Whole Earth Festival will be taking place on the UC Davis campus this May! There will be vendors, exhibitors, art, plant-based eating, and more. Mark your calendars for the festival next month!

More info: https://wef.ucdavis.edu/

 

PAST EVENTS

(PAST) Trash Talk with Jennifer Gilbert: Climate Change and Recycling Webinar

Hosted by the COOL DAVIS Coalition

April 10th 7pm online

https://www.cooldavis.org/2023/02/24/trash-talk-webinar-climate-change-and-recycling/

(PAST) “Microplastic Madness” Screening

April 11th at 4:30am

Veterans Memorial Theater Davis

Screening and program 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Hosted by Sunrise Rotary Club Environment and Youth Services Committee.

(PAST) COOL DAVIS / DEVA Meeting Online

April 12, 6pm to 7:30pm

Every 2 months on second Wednesdays

Email deva@cooldavis.org to get on the meeting list

(PAST) Interfaith Alliance for Climate Justice planning meeting

April 13th 1pm to 2pm

In-person at the Methodist Church at 1620 Anderson Road, Davis. ALL FAITHS ARE WELCOME. The Alliance is a Cool Davis working group.

(PAST) Climate Restoration: The Only Future That Will Sustain the Human Race with Author Peter Fiekowsky

April 13th 7pm

Davis Community Church Fellowship Room at 421 D Street Davis. Hosted by Yolo Citizens Climate Lobby in association with Indivisible Yolo, Cool Davis, and Ocean Iron Fertilization Alliance.

 

 SACRAMENTO EVENTS

 

Earth Day Forum & Community Health Fair

Join 350 Sacramento and many other organizations on April 15th at the Robertson Community Center at 3525 Norwood Ave, Sacramento from 10 am to 1 pm. There will be activities for youth, food, nutrition demonstration, health screenings, and more!

 

Earth Day at Sac State

April 20th 10 am to 3 pm

Save the date for Earth Day at Sac State, at the Campus Library Quad,2000 State University Dr, Sacramento. Volunteer options!

 

Sacramento Earth Day (hosted by ECOS)

April 23, Southside Park, Sacramento, 11am – 4pm

Sacramento Earth Day is the largest Earth Day celebration in the Sacramento Region. There will be experts to advise on native plants and landscaping, exhibitors, an EV showcase, and live musical performances. Sacramento Regional Transit will also be providing free rides to or from Southside Park, as well as bike valet services from the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates. The theme this year is Grow Native! Organizers are still looking for volunteers!

 

Sacramento Earth Day

City of Sacramento Earth Day City-wide Clean-up Event

April 22, See Website for locations

The city of Sacramento is hosting the “Great Sacramento Clean-up” in several locations across the Sacramento area. Volunteers can bring their sunscreen and snacks to get involved with the community clean-up effort! Find out more at: https://www.cityofsacramento.org/EARTHDAY

 

Sac City College Earth Day on April 27th from 11 am to 3 pm at 3835 Freeport Blvd, Lillard Hall, Sacramento. Join 350 Sacramento at this event to celebrate! Team members are encouraged to volunteer at this event.

Sac Clean Air Celebration on April 29th from 8:30 to 11:30 am. Hosted by Fern Bacon Middle School located at 4140 Cuny Ave, Sacramento. 350 Sacramento will have our Air Filters Project table with presentation and kits! No need to register or RSVP. Check out more details below and see you there!

 

NATIONAL ONLINE EVENTS

Get plugged in with Earthday.org’s Earth Day livestream event series in honor of the 2023 Theme, Invest in Our Planet. The events listed below will be livestreamed on Earthday.org social media platforms. The easiest way to access the livestreams is to visit their YouTube link channel and select “Notify me” for the topics that interest you. You could also visit their Facebook link page and look for posts to register. Finally, you can RSVP here: https://www.earthday.org/earth-week-live-2023/

  • Friday, April 14that 12:00pm EST– Fashion’s Age of Invention – Part II: Toward a Balance with Nature
  • Monday, April 17that 12:00pm EST– Activating Elected Officials at All Levels for Earth Day
  • Monday, April 17that 2:00pm EST– Climate Education at COP28: The Road to Climate Literacy and Equitable Education
  • Tuesday, April 18th, at 12:00pm EST– Ending Plastic Pollution: The Role the Petrochemical and Tobacco Industries Play in Plastic Pollution
  • Wednesday, April 19th, at 12:00pm EST– Stewards of the Soil: Addressing the Climate Crisis From the Ground Up
  • Wednesday, April 19th, at 2:00pm EST– Why Planting Trees is More Important Than Ever
  • Thursday, April 20th, at 2:00pm EST– Gaming for Good: A Catalyst for Environmental Change
  • Thursday, April 20th, at 4:00pm EST– Why Blockchain? Accelerating & Funding Climate Solutions at Scale
  • Thursday, April 20th, at 7:00pm EST– A Screening of Louie Schwartzberg’s Documentary: Gratitude Revealed
  • Friday, April 21st, at 12:00pm EST– How Seeing Our Finite Planet From the Hostile Blackness of Space Can Drive Positive Change
  • Saturday, April 22nd, at 2:00pm EST– Earth Day Fiesta: Collective Advocacy for Climate Action