5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Today

1. Kidspace Children's Museum

Get ready for an all-day Earth Day party. Children can participate in Earth Day activities dealing with water observation, seascape art, green collages and snow in L.A. There will also be water purifying workshops at noon and 1:30 p.m. Kidspace is open from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, 91103.

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From 4-7 p.m., stop by  for an Earth Day/Easter party. Enjoy vegan cupcakes from JAM Vegan Bakery, pick up a gift basket, and celebrate Mother Earth! 5024 Eagle Rock Blvd.

3. Employ

That's right. After you read these tips on reducing your carbon footprint, employ them—or the ones you find most agreeable. It's in honor of Earth Day, after all.

4. Recycle at the

Did you know Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., the upper level of the Macy's parking lot hosts SoCal Recycling? In honor of Earth Day, bring your cans, bottles and plastic containers to recycle. 2700 Colorado Blvd.

5. Plant a Tree.

Grow your garden. Plant a petunia! Fertilize a fern! Stop by the nearby Home Depot to pick up some seeds, flowers or a tree and celebrate the beauty of nature in your own backyard. 5040 San Fernando Rd., Glendale, 91204.