Boston area Earth Day events
Courtesy Zoo New England
April 22: Party for the Planet at Franklin Park Zoo
Make friends with the animals at the Franklin Park Zoo during a day of events that will include performances by the Green Rockers and POP Alert. Throughout the day, observe as zookeepers feed ice treats to the lions, tigers, and gorillas (oh my!) as well as they mandrills, keas, and more.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m., $16 for adults, $10 for children, under 2 free, Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Road, Dorchester, 617-541-5466, www.zoonewengland.org