Blacksmith Lester Markarian talks about the tools that are on display inside William T. Baer's restored blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch Preserve in this file photo. In the foreground is the original forge. The forge will be fired up April 27 at the Baer Blacksmith Shop for blacksmithing demonstrations. (Photo by Jacqueline Ramseyer)
Earth Day Festival
Cupertino’s annual Earth Day and Arbor Day Festival is set for Saturday, April 20, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Library Field Park.
This interactive event that invites community members of all ages to learn about environmental issues and solutions in a family-friendly atmosphere. The festival features hands-on activities, live entertainment and local food trucks.
For more information, visit https://www.cupertino.org/our-city/departments/environment-sustainability.
Blacksmith shop demo
The Baer Blacksmith Shop at McClellan Ranch Preserve might look like just another building, but this restored blacksmith shop dates back to the 1880s. Originally located at the crossroads of Stevens Creek and De Anza Boulevard, the Baer Blacksmith Shop was moved to McClellan, preserving a historical piece of early Cupertino.
Visitors can stop by the restored blacksmith shop on April 27 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and learn about early Cupertino. The forged will be fired up, and an experienced metalworker will give demonstrations.
McClellan Ranch Preserve is located at 22221 McClellan Road.
Habitat Restoration Day
Bay Area Older Adults is seeking volunteers April 19 to help restore the Alviso wetlands for the birds, insects and mammals that call the area home. Volunteers will help with raking and mulching to prepare the area for native plants. All activities will be done standing up, and supplies and tools will be provided in addition to snacks, lunch and a bottle of water.
The Habitat Restoration Day runs 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For more information and to register, visit https://www.bayareaolderadults.org/bao-culture.
Originally published at Anne Gelhaus