Corazón Latino will be joining the USDA celebration of Earth Day by bringing music, dance, fitness, and fun.

Sustainably Cultivating the Future

USDA agencies, People’s Garden, Xerces Society, and partners are joining together for an Earth Day celebration!

When

• April 22, 2024

• 11am - 3pm: USDA Agency Exhibits

• 1 - 3pm: People’s Garden Activities

Where

• USDA Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington DC 20250 (see map)

What

• Learn about the USDA Agencies’ sustainability initiatives for agriculture and rural communities.

• Connect with community partners.

• Activities for all ages:

  • USDA agencies and offices (Lot 11) activities:

    • Citizen Science Scavenger Hunt

    • Zumba with Nature (11:30 am and 2:30 pm)

    • Appearances by Smokey Bear, Woodsy Owl, and Sammy Soil

    • Food vendors available to purchase lunch

  • People’s Garden activities:

    • Sensory walk (led by NRCS Wellness Team; 1:15 - 1:30 pm and 2:30 – 2:45 pm)

    • Forest therapy session (led by U.S. Forest Service; 1:30 - 2:30 pm)

    • Persimmon tree planting (led by USDA Employee Experience Division)

    • Seed packet decorating

    • Scavenger hunt

    • Sow seeds in the garden

    • Bring a plant home

No RSVP required! We hope to see you there!