Ok, yesterday I meant to post some Earth Day links, but got majorly behind what with Earth Day going on. But no worries, today is a great day to read some Earth Day tips because really, one set Earth Day is no good anyhow. If you want to be green and help preserve the planet you should celebrate all year long.
Following are some of the best Earth Day pieces I saw yesterday. Read up for ideas about how to stay green all year long…

Political Habitat: Notes from an Earth Day realist – this was my favorite Earth Day read yesterday. …read more

Today, April 22, is Earth Day, a celebration of the planet and a day to highlight efforts to conserve resources and live a sustainable lifestyle.
The day was created in 1970, sponsored by a far-thinking Wisconsin senator named Gaylord Nelson. Today, Earth Day is recognized in nations around the world, not just in the United States.

To commemorate Earth Day, a variety of businesses are offering freebies:
Walgreen’s is offering a free canvas shopping bag (you are using these instead of plastic, aren’t you). In addition, they are giving a 15 to 20 percent discount on purchases today. Visit the Walgreen’s site and …read more

Reynolds Wrap is rolling out their newest product, recycled aluminum foil!

The green foil is 100% recycled from a mix of pre and post consumer aluminum, and even the cardboard packaging and core are recycled. It’s food safe and available in standard or heavy duty strengths.
For today only you can get yourself a free roll via rebate in honor or Earth Day!
[image: reynoldsrecycled.com]

If you are earth-loving, this is a pretty big day for you – how awesome would it be if it was also the day you found your equally minded other half?
I am a true believer in opposites attracting. That said, sometimes common ideals work out for the best.
That’s why I found it amusing (but awesome) timing when I read today about PlanetEarthSingles.com.
I mean, there’s tons of niche sites out there, but this is one especially designed for people who are…well…tree-huggers. (I am sorry, couldn’t resist.) So, whether you are all about carbon footprints or a raw foodist, you’ll find the …read more

And here I thought I was the only one thinking this…

The ever opinionated Grist is running a campaign – Screw Earth Day, that pretty much shouts out my concerns about this one day a year event. I bet they didn’t like Earth Hour either (although, don’t quote me on that). But I digress. Each year I post about my Earth Day concerns, talk about my Earth Day concerns, and while some agree with me, others get a little huffy about it. It’s nice to know someone cool (Grist) is on my side.
Here’s what Grist has to say, (among other things), …read more

April 22 is Earth Day. In the spirit of this event, Worldcatch.com, a manufacturer of sustainable-certified seafood products, shares this recipe for Aloha Salmon Burgers:

Aloha Salmon Burgers
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Makes: 4 servings
Ingredients
1 package MSC Certified WorldCatch Wild Alaskan Salmon Burgers (SeaPak
Salmon Burgers may be substituted) (found in the frozen food section)
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 small can pineapple slices, drained
4 slices red onion
4 slices Swiss cheese (if desired)
4 leaves green leaf lettuce
4 hamburger buns
Directions
Preheat grill …read more

Do you think Earth Day and sex toys have nothing in common?
Guess again: “Sex is part of our lives, so any issue that concerns us out of the bedroom has implications inside it: if we recycle, buy local produce, watch our carbon use, and think ecologically in other ways, it makes sense to
do the same when we make sexual choices. Our well-being and that of the earth are connected, so consider where you can go Ecorotic!” says  Dr. Carol Queen, Good Vibrations‘ staff sexologist.
Just in time for Earth Day (cause it’s ALWAYS time for good toys), Good Vibrations has a …read more

This Earth Day I’m going to run crazy through my yard and pick dandelions from the vast weed garden in my yard and boil some potatoes (that I didn’t grow because that would require a green thumb whereas dandelions do not) and whip up some DandePotatoes.
Ok, maybe not. But my father’s wife Anni did. No kidding. A couple weeks ago they were in town and Anni asks me if I was going to use my dandelions. Really, it looked like we had a garden of them out there. (And it dawned on me our fruitful supply was likely due to …read more

Tonight, at sundown, begins the Jewish celebration of Passover. Jews will also celebrate today Birkat HaChamah (Blessing of the Sun), an ancient ritual held every 28 years.

According to Jewish lore, the sun is in the exact position each 28 years as it was when God created the sun, moon, and stars on the fourth day (as recounted in the Bible’s Book of Genesis).
The Blessing of the Sun is all about gratitude and appreciation of nature. Around the world, services will be held outdoors. Jews have celebrated this event more than 200 times, including in 33 A.D., the year …read more

Parents, if you’re into Earth Day emphasis and would like some projects for your youngsters, check out those at edHelper.com.  These would be great for parents in general, home schooling parents and teachers in schools.
The Caring for Earth and Earth Day Theme Unit offers a wide variety of resources and projects for a variety of ages and grades.  These involve reading suggestions, puzzles, research of related topics, worksheets, and much more.