Earth Month

April is Earth Month, a worldwide annual event that celebrates environmental protections and educates on ways we can keep our planet green. We all share this beautiful planet, and by working together, we can sustain a clean and healthy world for generations to come- whether it’s cleaning up litter, planting native trees and plants, recycling, reusing, repurposing, or walking instead of driving. April is a time to reflect on our consumption and form sustainable habitats that support the earth and each other. There are many ways to participate in Earth Month; check out these great opportunities below.

HANDS-ON Green Tukwila Volunteer Restoration Work Parties 

Local Forest Stewards need hands-on help removing noxious weeds in our parks to create healthy habitats for wildlife and a cleaner watershed for all.

Fun Fact: Tukwila’s Parks are like giant sponges that soak up dirty water from roadways and air pollution, filter it, and restore clean air and water in the environment. The more trees and native plants, the more pollution can be filtered out. Join us!

All work parties provide tools & training onsite; all identities are welcome.

• Tuesday, 4/8, 11:30 am.-1:30 pm., Riverton Park
• Wednesday, 4/9, 9 am.-1 pm., Green River Trail
• Thursday, 4/10, 11 am.-2 pm, Cottonwood Corner
• Saturday, 4/12, 10 am. -1 pm., Tukwila Community Center
• Friday, 4/18, 1 pm.-4 pm., Duwamish Hill Preserve
• Saturday, 4/19, 9 am.-1 pm., Duwamish Alive

See all the opportunities and SIGN UP: www.TukwilaWA.gov/greentukwila  

How to Reduce Food Waste and Save Money

Learn how to maximize your food through proper storage, label reading and innovative recipes.

All participants will receive a kit from City of Tukwila to take home that will help with reducing wasted food at home, including a food storage guide.

Class is FREE and provided in partnership with City of Tukwila.

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by adult.

SIGN UP TODAY: CLICK HERE

 

Nature is all around us! Knowing what species are in our city and where they are, helps us study and protect them, but the ONLY way to do that is by all of us – scientists, land managers, and the community – working together to find and document the nature in our area. Look high and low for all nature in the region and share your observations using iNaturalist!  Learn More Click Here! 

Join Green Tukwila’s Stewardship Coordinator, Olena Perry to learn how to use iNautralist and participate in the City Nature Challenge over the weekend.  This step by step workshop will go over the details on what to be aware of and how to take the best photos.

“How To” use iNaturalist, 4/25, Friday 10-11:30 am, Tukwila Community Center, Sign Up Click Here 

• • Observe! April 25 – April 28, 2025
    Take and upload pictures of wild plants and animals. 
  • Identify!   April 29 – May 4, 2025
    Help identify what was found. 

Watch this 5 min overview of the City Nature Challenge, why community science is essential, and how to participate from the Cobb County Water System in 2020.

EarthCorps’ Community Fair

Saturday, April 26
10 am-2 pm, Sullivan Center

Connect with local organizations, enjoy snacks, and discover the work being done to protect our communities and our planet. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability or looking for a way to spend the day, there’s something for everyone. Explore informative booths, meet community leaders, and find out how you can make an impact!

Here is the link to RSVP: https://bit.ly/ECEarthDayFair2025

How to Make Your Own Non-Toxic Cleaners

Metro Flex

Use Metro Flex to get around the neighborhood without a car! Book a short ride on your phone for the same cost as a bus trip. Try riding from Foster High to the Tukwila Community Center. Download the Metro Flex app or call (206) 258-7739 to ride.

Cost: $2.75 for adults, $1.00 with ORCA LIFT and RRFP, and free for youth.