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April 18 marks the beginning of Earth Week 2020. This year, activities have gone completely virtual so we can still safely convene around a common goal: Climate Action. If you don\u2019t know where or how to start celebrating, we\u2019ve compiled a Climate Action Calendar to guide your festivities. Download an interactive copy of the calendar.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Day 1, April 18:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Earth Day 2020 Boston Facebook Live Rally<\/a>, 10 am\u20131 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kick off Earth Week by joining Boston Earth Day\u2019s Facebook live event. Throughout the day, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to learn from various experts (such as City Councilor Michelle Wu and Mass Audubon\u2019s very own Climate Change Program Director, Alexandra Vecchio), engage with others in the Massachusetts climate action community, and listen to some great music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 2, April 19:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take the Pledge to Vote<\/a>, All Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A consistent voter wields the power of voice. Mass Audubon and the Environmental Voter Project are working together to remind you to vote in each election. These simple reminders can dramatically increase someone’s likelihood of voting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 3, April 20:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mass Audubon Virtual Climate Caf\u00e9<\/a>, 7\u20138:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join Mass Audubon\u2019s Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary to discuss and engage in climate solutions. While we\u2019re socially distancing, login and learn about the origins of Earth Day, find out more about greenwashing, and discover how you can be involved and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Registration is required. A link to the virtual cafe will be sent out approximately four hours in advance of the start time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 4, April 21:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Electric Cars Are Greener Than You Think<\/a> 12\u20131 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join the Green Energy Consumer Alliance in discussing electric vehicles and climate change. Learn how clean electricity mixes, especially those implemented locally in towns and cities across Massachusetts, are guiding us towards a zero-carbon future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ACE\u2019s 6th Annual Earth Week Climate Teach-In<\/a>, 1\u20132 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a great event for educators and their students that includes climate change trivia, Q&A with special guests, and climate curriculum in celebration of Earth Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask me Anything (AMA): Climate Change and Wetland Restoration<\/a> \u2013 Submit Your Questions at 2 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ever wonder about the mysterious, climate fighting power our local wetlands wield? Hop on over to @MassAudubon\u2019s Instagram Story to submit your questions to Lauren Kras, Mass Audubon\u2019s Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary Director. Lauren will answer the questions on April 23. *You must have an Instagram account to submit a question*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 5, April 22 (Earth Day):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Earth Day Youth Climate Strike: Day One, All Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n