Pittsburgh Earth Day

Generations Yet To Come: Environmental Rights in PA
2020-05-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | REI, 412 S 27th St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
Join us at REI Pittsburgh for the PA Conservation Heritage documentary film screening with a panel discussion to follow with partners from the PA Parks & Forest Foundation. Pennsylvania is one of only a few states to recognize environmental quality as a basic civil right. The Environmental Rights Amendment was added to the state constitution in 1971. For decades, this right was ignored. That is starting to change. In recent years, state Supreme Court decisions are giving it renewed life. This documentary looks at our conservation past, present, and future, ensuring the health and longevity of our public lands for years to come. This film is presented as a part of a statewide Earth Day initiative, celebrating the 50th anniversary of this important holiday.

Rachel Carson: Voice of Nature | Film & Discussion
2020-04-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Threadbare Cider House, 1291 Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
Much has been written and said about author and biologist Rachel Carson. This documentary focuses on her connection to Pennsylvania and the impact her work has had on PA environmental and conservation policy. Inspired by a supportive mother, her natural surroundings and the Allegheny River, it was her formative years in Springdale that would shape her passionate environmental ethic.
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day REI has partnered with the Pennsylvania Parks and Forest Foundation to screen PA Conservation Heritage documentaries at locations throughout the state and support local conservation projects. REI and Threadbare Cider House will host this event and your first drink is included in the registration fee.
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The Threadbare Bar + Kitchen will be open for additional food and drink sales during the film! Please register and buy tickets here: https://threadbarecider.com/event/rachel-carson-voice-of-nature-film-discussion/

Humpback Whales 3D
2020-04-26 11:00 - 15:30, 2020-04-25 14:00 - 15:30, 2020-04-24 14:00 - 15:30, 2020-04-23 14:00 - 15:30, 2020-04-22 14:00 - 15:00, 2020-04-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2020-04-20 14:00 - 15:30, 2020-04-19 14:00 - 15:30 and 1 more date | The Rangos Giant Cinema, 1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
In celebration of Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary, The Rangos Giant Cinema will offer a week of screenings of Humpback Whales 3D on Pittsburgh’s largest screen! Take an in-depth look at the lives of humpback whales and admire the beauty of these massive mammals. This 45-minute documentary is the perfect addition to your family’s Earth Day activities.

The Story of Plastics
2020-04-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Harris Theater, 809 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
As part of our Eco-Film Festival, The Story of Plastics offers solutions, tips, and advice about the current plastic crisis. Join us for an evening of sustainability and environmentalism at the historic Harris Theater.

Fight for Flight
2020-04-25 14:00 - 15:00 | National Aviary, 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
Join us for a screening of the documentary Fight for Flight followed by a group discussion.

Earth Day Celebration at the National Aviary
2020-04-25 11:00 - 15:00 | National Aviary, 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**

April marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, the world’s largest movement to protect the environment. Celebrate the day at the National Aviary. Meet with Pittsburgh organizations who can help you take action locally that will have a global impact! Build a pollinator for birds, bats, and bees, and plant a sunflower seed to bring birds to your own backyard habitat. Join Ornithologist Bob Mulvihill for a bird watching walk with a purpose: as you spot birds in the trees in Allegheny Commons Park, pick up litter to keep the park clean with supplies from Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. Enjoy special story times and a film as part of the Pittsburgh Eco Short Film Showcase! All included with admission.

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy | Frick Environmental Center Earth Day Celebration
2020-04-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Frick Environmental Center, 2005 Beechwood Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
At the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, every day is Earth Day! In honor of international Earth Day, hundreds of Pittsburgh neighbors come to Frick Park for our free community celebration.
Check out the website for full details on events: https://www.pittsburghparks.org/earth-day
We strive to make our programs accessible to everyone. Inquire about disability accommodations for these events by contacting Patty Himes at 412-586-4576 ext 107 or phimes@pittsburghparks.org. Requests need to be made one week before events take place.

Brave Blue World
2020-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | The Rangos Giant Cinema, 1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
Join us for an evening of environmental optimism, open discussion, and education as we showcase Brave Blue World on Pittsburgh’s largest screen! The documentary paints an inspired picture of how humanity is adapting to water crises and pioneering innovation for a brighter future. Follow an incredible journey that reimagines how we handle water, our most precious resource. Listen to expert testimonials and interact with community members on this growing issue.
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This screening is in partnership with The Western Pennsylvania Water Pollution Control Association (WPWPCA) and is a part of the national Water Environment Federation(WEF). Following the film there will be speakers and a Q&A session.

Earth Day 5k Tour: Pittsburgh and the Environment
2020-04-19 09:00 - 10:15 | PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**

Join Pittsburgh Running Tours for a special look into Pittsburgh’s revitalization as a green city. From ‘hell with the lid off’ to hosting the Climate Reality Project in 2017, learn about Pittsburgh’s green buildings and local pioneers in environmental issues while enjoying a run through downtown.
Pre-registration is required.
Duration: 1 Hour
Length: 5k / 3 miles
Scheduled stops: 7 – Listen to some history and catch your breath

The Power of One Voice - Rachel Carson Film & Discussion
2020-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Senator John Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**

The Power of One Voice: A 50-Year Perspective on the Life of Rachel Carson shares the story of Rachel Carson’s life and details the highlights of her environmental work. Join us for a 50 minute film followed by a discussion with director Mark Dixon as part of the “Women Forging the Way Series.”

Eco Film Festival at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
2020-04-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**
Film TBD

Penn Woods: Cradle of Conservation
2020-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | REI, 412 S 27th St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
**Pittsburgh Earth Day event dates are in the process of being moved due to COVID-19. Please stay tuned.**

Join us at REI Pittsburgh for the PA Conservation Heritage documentary film screening with a panel discussion to follow with partners from the PA Parks & Forest Foundation. Penns Woods: Cradle of Conservation takes a historic look at how Pennsylvania’s natural resources helped transform the state into an industrial powerhouse. With economic booms and revolutions in natural resource extraction, came an environmental price. Pennsylvanians set about restoring the state’s environmental riches and in the process helped shape the national conservation and environmental movements of the twentieth century. This film is presented as a part of a statewide Earth Day initiative, celebrating the 50th anniversary of this important holiday.
