SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA – April 16, 2010 –

Looking for bite-sized ways to reduce your carbon footprint? Want something fun to do with your family? Come to Coyote Point Museum on Sunday, April 18, 12 – 5pm, to celebrate Earth Day and find out how you can walk lightly on our Earth.

During the museum’s 3rd annual Earth Day celebration, enjoy exciting science and art activities, animal showings and special projects that focus on sustainable practices that families can implement at home. Families will be able to learn how to start an edible garden, create habitats for native animals, grow worms in a compost bin or even raise chickens.

“There are so many important challenges facing our environment today, that it can be overwhelming for individuals to figure out how they can make a difference,” said Rachel Meyer, Executive Director. “The Museum’s Earth Day celebration is the perfect opportunity for families to learn how they can make a difference in their local environment, while having fun.”

Visit Coyote Point Museum on Sunday, April 18, 12pm – 5pm for the 3rd annual Earth Day celebration. Food and musical entertainment will be available. For more information about Earth Day at Coyote Point Museum, go to http://www.coyoteptmuseum.org/activities/family-events/annual-earth-day-.... For visitors who want to get a jump start on their environmental efforts, the Museum will be leading a beach clean-up at the Coyote Point Recreation Area beach. For more information about the beach clean-up, go to www.coyoteptmuseum.org/activities/family-events/earth-day-beach-cleanup.

The Museum’s Earth Day celebration will also mark the beginning of Preview Week for Coyote Point Museum’s exhibition, “The Place Called San Mateo,” part of which will be auctioned off to community members at the museum’s Legacy Auction on Friday, April 23, 6-8pm. After 30 years, the exhibition will be de-installed and the space will be converted into an eco-friendly space for community events. For more information about the Auction and to purchase tickets, go to www.coyoteptmuseum.org/legacyauction. All proceeds from the auction will benefit Coyote Point Museum’s science and education programs.