Earth Day Events

Party for the Planet

Apr 16, 10am-6pm, Celebrate Earth and learn how our actions impact it in our own backyards and beyond. Regular admission. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr, 217-753-6217.

Blue Gold: World Water Wars

Apr 18, 6pm, Award-winning documentary screening about world water crisis and discussion with Stefano Longo. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-6245.

T.W. Samuels Lecture

Apr 18, 8pm, Environmental expert Dr. Jay Hakes shares his insights on impact that energy supply and consumption has on our world. Free. Kirkland Fine Arts Center, 1184 W. Main St, Decatur, 424-6318.

UIS Earth Day Speaker: Dan Knapp

Apr 20, 7pm, Founder of Berkley’s Urban Ore thrift store that uses methods environmentally sustainable disposal adapted by other countries. UIS Brookens Auditorium, One University Plaza, 217-206-6245.

Earth Week Celebration

Apr 21, 11am-1pm, Recycled art contest, demonstrations, rain barrel giveaway, sustainability related videos and more. Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, 217-786-2200.

Lay of the Land: Sustain 2011

Apr 22, 5:30-8pm, Reception for Artists Karen Bondarchuk and Terrence Campagna addressing sustainability and environmental conservation. (Art on display April 14-22, 11am-6pm Mon-Thu, 11am- 8pm Fri.) UIS Visual Arts Gallery, HSB 201, One University Plaza, 217-206-6506.

Jacksonville Earth Day Celebration

Apr 22, 8am-2pm, Bring your recyclables to Lincoln Square, Salvation Army on hand to take reusables. Plants and trees available for sale. 245-6121. Jacksonville.