April 2026

This Earth Month marks a major milestone for local conservation as volunteers prepare for the 20th anniversary of Duwamish Alive!. On Saturday, April 18, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, community members will gather to care for the Duwamish, "Seattle’s only river" by restoring native habitats across multiple urban parks and open spaces spanning from Seattle to Kent.

The ongoing restoration efforts are critical to the health of the river’s watershed. Forested areas like the Duwamish Greenbelt, one of the largest in the lower river section, provide essential air and water filtration to combat pollution from storm runoff. Furthermore, expanding the tree canopy helps mitigate summer heat domes, which disproportionately affect low-income neighborhoods and communities of color.

As the cherry blossoms unfurl and the air fills with the scent of spring, neighborhoods around the Westside are gearing up for one of the season’s most joyful traditions — the Easter Egg Hunt. From West Seattle’s parks to Ballard’s bustling churches, families will gather this weekend to celebrate renewal, laughter, and the thrill of discovery.

A Brief History of the Hunt

The Easter egg hunt traces its roots back centuries to European customs celebrating rebirth and fertility. Early Christians adopted the egg as a symbol of resurrection, and by the 17th century, German families were hiding colored eggs for children to find which is a practice that crossed the Atlantic with immigrants. In the U.S., the tradition blossomed into community-wide events, with the first White House Easter Egg Roll held in 1878. Today, hunts have evolved into vibrant festivals featuring candy-filled eggs, crafts, and family photo ops.