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Earth Day at the J

  • JCC Indianapolis 6701 Hoover Road Indianapolis, IN, 46260 United States (map)

Earth Day at the J, co-sponsored by AES Indiana and Citizens Energy Group, returns with dozens of hands-on, environmentally-friendly activities by 40+ exhibitors. Stay for the afternoon with music, entertainment and food trucks. Rain or shine; pets on leashes are welcome. FREE!

For a list of all the activities, to sign up to volunteer, or to help sponsor Earth Day, visit https://jccindy.org/earth-day/

A core Jewish value is #tikkunolam, Hebrew for repairing the earth or making the world a better place. It is a natural fit for the JCC to celebrate this day as a signature event for the organization and the Indianapolis community.

Highlights of the event:
--All your favorite earth-friendly organizations will be here with interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities centered around sustainability and going green.
--Arts with a Purpose will have hands-on visual activities for children of all ages. Also featuring music from Cathy Morris. In Celebration Plaza.
--Farmers Market by Indiana Owned
--Beer, wine and coffee provided by Backdraft Tap, Vino Mobile Bar and Tapestry Coffee. Among the food trucks that will be on-site are Mr. and Mrs. Hot Dog Stand, Pastabilitiez, Ritters Frozen Custard, Nicey Treat, Garnacha Spot, Taco Tommy, Taste of Manila, Combos and Pierogi Love Indy, along with the J Cafe supplying kosher food.

Parking is available onsite at the JCC. The event is in front (west). And there will be ample parking available in back (east).

Earlier Event: May 17
Thriving Buildings: Data Jam
Later Event: May 22
Home Energy Rebates Workshop