Earth Day is April 22. Don’t miss these opportunities to appreciate the beauty of The Natural State!

1. Earth Day at Little Rock Zoo -- Enjoy fun and educational activities. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 22. Included with general admission. For info: (501) 661-7229, LittleRockZoo.com.

2. Earth Day Events at Pinnacle Mountain State Park -- Programs will be dedicated to “going green," the planet and recycling, reusing and repurposing Contact the park for a lineup. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 20. For info: (501) 868-5806, ArkansasStateParks.com/PinnacleMountain. FREE!

3. Trail Work Day at Pinnacle Mountain State Park -- Celebrate Earth Day by helping to beautify a favorite central Arkansas green space. Contact the Pinnacle Mountain State Park's volunteer coordinator for more information. 9 a.m.-noon. April 19. For info: (501) 868-5806, ArkansasStateParks.com/PinnacleMountain. FREE!

Click here to browse our full online calendar, which includes even more family-friendly events in central Arkansas.