Friday, April 10, 7-8pm: HeART-Centered Healing Connections
Meander through Nature-inspired works of art, experiencing with your heart, the essence of the art. With gentle movement, mindful observing, and guided imagery, participants can sink into the art of the Healing Nature exhibit in quiet community. Your guide: Elaine M Egidio, Dance Therapist, Eco-psychotherapist, and lover of Nature. $15 for members / $20 for non members
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Saturday, April 11, 9am - 12:30pm: Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps
Clean Ocean Action’s Beach Sweeps have mobilized 176,000+ people to protect New Jersey’s coast, removing 8.7 million pieces of debris. Every cleanup benefits marine life, coastal communities, and policies that stop pollution at the source! Volunteers of all ages can participate!Registration is required and is open now!
Go to this link to sign up: https://cleanoceanaction.org/beach-sweeps
Saturday, April 11, 6-8pm: Earth, Sea & Sky Art Exhibition Opening
Join us for the opening of our latest gallery show where you can mix, mingle and meet the artists all while enjoying beautiful artwork.
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Sunday, April 12, 1-4pm: Seed Swap & Plant Exchange
Come together to exchange Nature’s valuable gifts. Join us for a seed swap and plant exchange at the gallery.
How it Works: Bring your native to NJ seeds, plants, or cuttings to swap with our local community.
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Saturday, April 18, 10am - 2pm: Earth Day at Huber Woods
The Park System invites family and friends of all ages to celebrate Earth Day at the Huber Woods Environmental Center. Events include live animal shows, and guided nature and history walks. Plus, bring a gently used nature book you no longer read and exchange it for a reading adventure that is new to you. FREE!
Location: 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ
Sunday, April 19, 1-4pm: Making Waves Coalition Clothing Swap
A fun, sustainable way to update your wardrobe while giving new life to pre-loved clothing.
How it Works:
Bring up to 10 gently used items of clothing, to swap for an item(s) of your choosing! Upon arrival, each participant will be given a ticket for each item they bring in. We will be accepting a MAX of 10 pieces of gently used clothing per person.
Clothing Requirements:
We will be accepting both men’s and women’s clothing.All items must be gently worn and in good condition, with no visible signs of wear or damage. We will NOT be accepting any winter wear, used bathing suits, or undergarments.
At the end of swap, any unclaimed items will be donated to Lunch Break& Project Paul- both serving underserved communities within Monmouth County.Don’t miss out on the chance to revamp your closet, reduce waste, and enjoy local art and music.
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Friday, April 24, 7:30pm: Zen & Saving Coastal Wildlife
Join us for a special talk on saving coastal wildlife.
From global warming to microplastics, the Jersey Shore is facing many environmental threats, but there is one thing we can all do to make a quick difference. Join Jenna Reynolds to discover how mindfulness, meditation, and how we look, see, and think about our everyday choices and actions can create a sustainable world where all life is respected.
Guest lecturer, Jenna Reynolds, is president and founder of Atlantic Highlands-based environmental non-profit Save Coastal Wildlife. She is an award-winning environmental educator with over 25 years of experience.
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Saturday, April 25, 10am: Using Mosquito Dunks
Learn how to make your very own Mosquito Dunk.
Mosquito dunks are safe for people, pets, and other wildlife, making them a humane and eco-friendly option for mosquito control.
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Wednesday, April 29, 6:30pm: “Revisiting the Gardens” Panel Discussion
End Earth Month by revisiting the Garden Tour! Hear from the Garden Walk Hosts and get excited for the next Garden Tour of Atlantic Highlands in September. panel discussion/presentation in the gallery.
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council
Saturday, May 2, 4pm: Plant-Based Treaty Talk
Join us to learn about the many benefits of plant-based eating and the work of the Plant Based Treaty Organization, which is a global non-profit organization, promoting a shift towards a plant-based food system.
Guest lecturer, Dipti Sheth, is a City Campaigner for Plant Based Treaty
Location: Atlantic Highlands Arts Council