Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, launched on April 22, 1970 to celebrate the earth and organize for environmental change.
Twenty million Americans gathered in their communities on that first Earth Day to talk about the environment, march, or participate in community projects.
It was the start of a movement that has grown to 193 countries participating in this year’s Earth Day. Continue reading 5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary
The rattling sound was distinctive as I rounded the curve of the road heading to the marsh.
I paused to listen more carefully.
Checked the regular haunts where I’ve seen the Belted Kingfisher in the past.
Not on the scraggly stump on the south side of the marsh.
Not in the overhanging limb of the tree on the far side of the marsh. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Belted Kingfisher at the Marsh
Created of painted steel, the zebra sculpture catches your eye as you travel Ford Road in Canton Township, Michigan.
Zebra Herder 1 & 2 is the work of retired iron worker Mike Sohikian of Genoa, Ohio. It’s one of more than a dozen installations on Ford Road, part of the 14th Annual Sculpture Exhibit in Canton Township. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Zebra Herder 1 & 2