10 Reasons for Climate Hope…10 Actions You Can Take Now! with David Pogue
Feeling overwhelmed by the climate crisis? Join us at Mill Hill Historic Park – Town House for a powerful and uplifting talk that flips the script. David Pogue — Emmy-winning CBS Sunday Morning correspondent and author of How to Prepare for Climate Change — will share ten surprising reasons for hope, along with ten impactful actions anyone can take to help protect our planet.
Whether you’re a longtime environmental advocate, a curious skeptic, or just someone trying to make sense of it all, this 75-minute talk is your chance to reconnect with what’s possible. Drawing from the latest science, real-world examples, and his signature wit, Pogue reveals why we can still be optimistic about our planet’s future.
Let’s celebrate Earth Day not with fear—but with hope, action, and community. Be part of the solution and reserve your spot now.
After the talk, there will be a book signing on the Norwalk Green (8 Park St.) near the gazebo. It’s just a brief 4-minute walk from the Mill Hill Historic Park – Town House (2 East Wall St.).
WALKS
Celebrate Earth Day with Community, History and Nature!
Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission, Norwalk Health Department, Norwalk Historical Society, Norwalk River Valley Trail
- 10 AM at City Hall Entrance (125 East Ave)
- 1 hr.
- Discover exciting health initiatives, trail upgrades, fascinating local history, and inspiring neighborhood stories that showcase the city’s vibrant spirit and commitment to a sustainable future.
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Discover the Past, Present, and Future of Wall Street Corridor!
City of Norwalk, Factory Underground, Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission
- 10 AM at Factory Underground Studio (16 Isaacs St.)
- 1 hr.
- Explore the Wall Street corridors rich history, meet community leaders, and learn about the new revitalization project focused on arts, transportation, walkability, and sustainable urban development!
- Wall Street Corridor Improvements Project
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Earth ‘Forest Bathing’ Walk | Bill Wrenn (Norwalk Land Trust)
- 10 AM at Oak Hills Parking Lot (165 Fillow St.)
- A guided forest bathing trail walk in the woodlands at Oak Hills Park. Forest bathing is a meditative practice in the peace of nature which has been shown to lower blood pressure and reduce stress. Originating in Japan, doctors there prescribe forest bathing for their patients!
Spirit Walk | Al Forte (Pray for Peace)
- 10:30 AM at 7 Hendricks Ave – Commuter Parking Lot
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BIKE RIDES
Beginner & Family Friendly Ride (3 miles) | Sound Cyclists
- 10:30 AM at The Norwalk Green (8 Park St.)
- Perfect for novice cyclists, families, and kids 10+, this relaxed, no-drop ride follows a safe, scenic route through Norwalk’s parks and waterfront.
Experience Rider Route (9 miles) | Phil Chiaia & Brian Boland (Sound Cyclists)
- 10:30 AM at The Norwalk Green (8 Park St.)
- A scenic, drop ride for experienced recreational cyclists led by Sound Cyclists’ Phil Chiaia and Brian Boland, featuring a longer route through Norwalk and surrounding areas with stunning backroads and waterfront views.
