The City of Fort Worth is celebrating Earth Month with a slate of events and activities. Here’s how to get involved, learn something new, and make simple changes at home to benefit the environment.<\/p>\n
The city announced the Earth Month programming in an April 1 press release<\/a>. City departments and community partners are offering activities throughout the month.<\/p>\n How to Get InvolvedParticipate in Special Event Litter Cleanups hosted by Environmental Services across the city and in the Spring Trash Bash along the Trinity River, organized by the Tarrant Regional Water District. These activities help remove litter and debris from neighborhoods, waterways, and other public spaces.The Fort Worth Public Library is offering hands-on programs such as recycled art, nature journaling, and kindness rock painting. The Bring Color to Your Garden workshop will highlight creative ways to reuse materials and make sustainable choices at home.Residents can also participate in Family Nature Exploration programs through the library or attend an Earth Day celebration for seniors hosted by the Park & Recreation Department.Easy Ways to Make a DifferenceRecycle accepted items<\/a> and keep plastic bags, food, and liquids out to avoid contamination. During spring cleaning, bring extra materials to City Drop-Off Stations for proper disposal.Securely bag garbage and yard waste to keep debris out of streets, storm drains, and waterways. Small steps at home can help stop litter before it starts.Conserve energy<\/a> by turning off lights and unplugging electronics when not in use or use power strips to switch off multiple devices at once.When possible, walk or bike for short trips to lower your carbon footprint, especially during warmer months.<\/p>\n