Earth Week

Every living creature has intrinsic value in its existence, its life, its beauty and its interdependence with other creatures. Teach us to discover the worth of each thing, to be filled with awe and contemplation, to recognize that we are profoundly united.

Pope Francis, Laudato Si’ On Care for Our Common Home

Earth Week 2024 Events

Community Service Opportunities for Earth Week

Saturday, April 20: Spring Harvesting

Volunteers are needed at God's Community Garden from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the spring harvest. Volunteers should dress for the weather as this event is outside. All supplies will be provided.

Volunteer cap: 10
Location: 200 Turner Road, Middletown
Transportation: Not provided

Saturday, April 20: Garden Cleanup

Volunteers are needed at King Park from 9 a.m. to noon to assist Friends of the Waterfront with a garden cleanup. Volunteers should dress for the weather as this event is outside. All supplies will be provided.

Volunteer cap: 20
Location: 125 Wellington Ave., Newport
Transportation: This event is located on the trolley line

Tuesday, April 23: Spring Harvesting

Volunteers are needed at God's Community Garden from 9:30-11:30 a.m. for the spring harvest. Volunteers should dress for the weather as this event is outside. All supplies will be provided.

Volunteer cap: 10
Location: 200 Turner Road, Middletown
Transportation: Not provided

Thursday, April 25: Shoreline Cleanup

Volunteers are needed on the Cliff Walk from 1-3 p.m. to assist Save the Bay with a shoreline cleanup. Volunteers will meet at the Marine Avenue entrance of the Cliff Walk. Volunteers should dress for the weather as this event is outside. Volunteers should complete the waiver in advance to save time at check in. Bring your own water, garden gloves and bucket for collecting trash.

Volunteer cap: 20
Location: Corner of Wetmore and Marine avenues, Newport
Transportation: This event is within walking distance of campus.

Saturday, April 27: Spring Harvesting

Volunteers are needed at God's Community Garden from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the spring harvest. Volunteers should dress for the weather as this event is outside. All supplies will be provided.

Volunteer cap: 10
Location: 200 Turner Road, Middletown
Transportation: Not provided

Celebrate Earth Week in Miley Dining Hall

Monday, April 22: Tossed Salad Takeover

Hearty vegetable and quinoa salad with a blood orange vinaigrette, featuring local greens and mushrooms.

Tuesday, April 23: Reduced Carbon Footprint Menu

Pizza featuring local cheese and vegetable toppings. Grill featuring impossible and falafel burger bar with vegan toppings and locally sourced toppings and sides, including hand-cut fries and vegetables.

Wednesday, April 24: Eat Local

Salad bar featuring local greens, vegetables and cheeses. Grill featuring a variety of plant-based grilled cheeses with local cheese, vegetables and herbs.

Thursday, April 25: Sustainable Seafood

Locally and sustainably caught arctic char served with locally sourced tomatoes, carrots and potatoes.

Friday, April 26: Reduced Carbon Footprint Menu

Caprese pizza featuring local tomatoes and cheeses. Grill featuring vegan street-style pita bar. Bake shop featuring house-made desserts with local cheese and Aquidneck honey sourced on the island.