Today is the 45th anniversary of Earth Day. What is Earth Day? From Earth Day Network:
“The first Earth Day, on April 22, 1970, activated 20 million Americans from all walks of life and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. The passage of the landmark Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and many other groundbreaking environmental laws soon followed. Growing out of the first Earth Day, Earth Day Network (EDN) works with over 22,000 partners in 192 countries to broaden, diversify and mobilize the environmental movement. More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world.”
You can celebrate Earth Day by learning about ways to save the resources of our land. I like these 25 Simple Suggestions to Green Your Life from Whole Foods Markets, too! There are lots of opportunities to work at local parks this weekend, too. Check out your local conservancy organizations for more details. In Chicago, check out Earth Day Chicago activities on April 26th. 
You can also save some money on Earth Day, as well, as freebies and deals abound. Here are some great Earth Day freebies and deals I found on the web:
- Starbucks Coffee Discount – If you need a little pick-me-up to kick off your day, you’re in luck. Bring in a reusable mug to Starbucks and get a 10-cent discount on your cup of Joe.
- Like Caribou Coffee on Facebook and they will plant a tree! And get free Caribou Coffee Refills, too – Purchase the Earth Month Tumbler from Caribou Coffee and receive unlimited coffee refills for free. This offer is valid – while supplies last. The mug is has the slogan “Life is celebrating Earth Day every day.”
- Get a Free EVOS Milkshake – Stop by participating EVOS and get an Organic Milkshake for free on April 22, 2014. Yum!
- Get a Free Glass Straw from Glass Dharma – If you pass the eco-informative quiz on their website – you’ll get a coupon code via email for the free straw. One straw per person and free shipping is not included. (Offer available while supplies last)
- Here are some cool cosmetics deals:
- Origins – If you happen to have empty cosmetic jars cluttering up your counters, take them to participating Origins where they will be properly recycled. Plus, you’ll get a free sample of Origins, too. Plus a free sample of moisturizer and free shipping with online orders of $30 or more. Check here for more info.
- Zoya Nail Polish Exchange – Now you can properly dispose of that old nail polish while getting a great deal on Zoya Nail Polish for $4.50 a bottle or $5 for the PixieDust when using promotional code ZDAY2014. And by the way – Zoya Nail Polish is toxin-free. See website for details.
- Kiehl’s Earth Day – Bring in 10 empty, full-sized Keihl’s bottles and receive a free 2.5-ounce travel collection product. The Recycle and Be Rewarded Program runs all year long.
- Modern nail color brand RGB Cosmetics is celebrating Earth Day with 40% off their entire site. Meaning, all color, all care, all collaborations! Enter coupon code EARTHDAY at checkout, offer goes through 4.24.14.
- Get 20% off on selected products by Juice Beauty with code EARTH14 through 4/25.
- Get ‘Appy:
- Download a free Earth Day App for your kids! Download the free “The Four Seasons Earth Day Interactive Children’s Story Book” app on iTunes.
- If you have an iPad, head on over to the iTunes Store to download FREE app Verde. Verde helps you find the best things in your home to update and become more energy efficient. Find out exactly how much money and environmental impact that you can save by upgrading to a new television, refrigerator, air conditioner or lighting.
- Get free word searches and games for kids:
- Earth Day Word Searches – These Earth Day word searches are free to print and use at home or in the classroom. This is a great freebie that teaches kids about Earth Day in a fun way.
- Free Online Earth Day Games – The kids won’t be able to stop playing this fun and free online Earth Day games.
- Check out the Pottery Barn Earth Day Treasure Hunt – Even though Easter is over, your kids can still get their hunt on. Stop by your nearest Pottery Barn for a fun Earth Day Treasure Hunt.
- Get a Free Reusable Bag From the Disney Store – Bring in 5 plastic shopping bags into your local Disney Store on April 22nd and you’ll get an Earth Day freebie of a free Disneynature Bears reusable tote bag. One per customer and they’re available while supplies last.
- Get 50% off on Finds’ fave RuMe bags 6 pack to celebrate Earth Day and their 6th birthday. Get 2 large totes, 2 small totes and 2 zip bags (my FAVE!) for only $36 and free shipping with code SIX
- Get crafty! If you have children between the ages of 5 & 8, many Anthropologie locations are hosting a Butterfly Craft event during Earth week (each location has different times and days, so be sure to look at this list for more details).
- Earth Day Sale: Save 50 percent on greener cleaners at Whole Foods Market from April 19 to 22
- Get free Earth Day eCards Several places are offering free online ecards specially geared towards Earth Day. Care2.com has dozens of cards to choose from, ranging from whimsical cartoons to reflecting ponds and photos from the most untamed corners of the planet.
Happy Earth Day! Don’t forget my 2 Year Blog-iversary giveaway, 22 Days Bars and my Flow397 giveaway (LAST DAY!!)