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Celebrate Earth Month At EarthStravaganza 2019

April 2, 2019

Gather family and friends and celebrate Earth Month at EarthStravaganza 2019, on Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., at Crandon Park Visitor and Nature Center.   

In partnership with Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center, this fun-filled, family friendly day is dedicated to helping protect and preserve the environment.  Start the day participating in Youth Service Earth Fest volunteer project to clean the beach, restore the sand dunes, and enhance a butterfly garden.  Starting at noon, visit the Eco-Village for nature tours, plant sale, art exhibit, water-sports equipment rentals, arts & crafts, live music, and refreshments for sale.   

The day culminates with the Mermaid Parade on Historic Crandon Park Beach Promenade, a 1.5 mile parade to raise awareness on the importance of protecting our oceans.   

Where: 

Crandon Park Visitor and Nature Center, 6767 Crandon Beach Blvd., Key Biscayne, FL  33149

When: 

Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

How: 

The event is free.  Crandon Park charges a parking fee of $5 on weekdays and $7 on weekends. 

For more information, call 305-361-6767 or email mermaids@biscaynenaturecenter.org