Earth Day is tomorrow, April 22, 2009. Earth Day was established in 1970 as a celebration intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth's environment. Many countries have since decided that a global observance was needed; therefore, April 22 is recognized each year. In 2009, hundreds of millions of people in more than 180 countries are expected to participate in Earth Day activities. Here are some of the Earth Week celebrations in Palmetto Bay: The week started with a kayak and canoe tour of Biscayne Bay on Saturday, April 18th sponsored & led by volunteers from the Tropical Audubon Society. Also on Saturday, a Biscayne Bay clean-up project, known as Baynanza occurred throughout Miami-Dade County. In Palmetto Bay, the cleanup was at the Deering Estate (16701 SW 72 Av...
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