EARTH DAY EVE

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EARTH DAY EVE ☼

APRIL 21, 2026

Join us in kicking off Earth Day with a day filled with sustainable and wellness activities! See our schedule of programs along with event details and registration links below.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

  • Greet the day with a refreshing rooftop yoga session inspired by fresh air and mindful movement.

    No Cost | Sign-Up Required

  • Sample some of Robin’s delicious banana bread made from upcycled ingredients and zero-waste practices.

    No Cost | Open to the Public

  • Create your own custom tea blend with a selection of sustainable herbs and flavors.

    Available With Purchase of Tea

  • Sample a seasonal vibrant, nutrient-packed smoothie made with fresh spring produce.

    No Cost | Open to the Public

  • Learn to build perfectly layered, grab-and-go salad jars for easy, sustainable meals.

    No Cost | Sign-Up Required

  • Discover the versatility of a single ingredient prepared in three creative, eco-friendly samples - recipes included!

    No Cost | Open to the Public

  • Take a refreshing guided walk with our energetic Fitness team to recharge and connect with nature.

    No Cost | Sign-Up Required

  • Discover the simple deliciousness of herb pesto while learning the art of homemade pasta.

    No Cost | Sign-Up Required

  • Sip on creative, alcohol-free mocktails crafted with seasonal, sustainable ingredients.

    No Cost | Open to the Public

  • Hear quick, inspiring talks focused on sustainability, innovation, and everyday impact. Presented by the Pitt Sustainability Department.

    No Cost | Sign-Up Preferred

  • Celebrate Earth Day Eve by planting our terrace herb boxes, making your own herb box to take home and grow, and munch on sustainable snacks sponsored by the Pitt Sustainability Department and Conference Services team!

    No Cost | Sign-Up Preferred

  • Power through a high-energy cycling session by our Fitness Team, focused on wellness, endurance, and eco-conscious living.

    No Cost | Sign-Up Required

EVENT DETAILS

  • Rooftop Yoga

    7:00AM - 8:00AM

    WELLNESS ACTIVATION

    Greet the day with a refreshing rooftop yoga session led by instructor Anita Prozzoly, inspired by fresh air and mindful movement. No cost, registration required.

    Sponsor: UC Fitness Center

    REGISTER

  • No Waste Bread

    8:00AM - 9:00AM

    SAMPLING TABLE

    Sample some of Robin’s delicious banana bread made from upcycled ingredients and zero-waste practices. Sample table located in UClub Lobby, no cost, open to the public.

    Sponsor: The University Club

  • BYO Tea Bag

    9:00AM - 10:00AM

    SUSTAINABLE SPECIAL

    Create your own custom tea blend with a selection of sustainable herbs and flavors. Available in Cafe 1923 with purchase of hot tea.

    Sponsor: Pitt Eats & The University Club

  • Spring Smoothie

    10:00AM - 11:00AM

    SAMPLING TABLE

    Sample a seasonal vibrant, nutrient-packed smoothie made with fresh spring produce. Sample table located in University Club Lobby, no cost, open to the public.

    Sponsor: The University Club

  • DIY Salad Jars

    11:00AM - 12:00PM

    TEACHING KITCHEN

    Learn to build perfectly layered, grab-and-go salad jars for easy, sustainable meals, taught by Campus Dietician Lindsay Wilson. No cost, registration required.

    Sponsor: Pitt Eats

    REGISTER

  • 1 Product, 3 Ways

    12:00PM-1:00PM

    SAMPLING TABLE

    Discover the versatility of a single ingredient prepared in three creative, eco-friendly samples by Executive Chef Chris Vasconi - recipes included! Sample table located in University Club Lobby, no cost, open to the public.

    Sponsor: The University Club

  • Get Up and Walk!

    1:00PM - 2:00PM

    WELLNESS ACTIVATION

    Take a refreshing guided walk with our energetic Fitness team to recharge and connect with nature. No cost, RSVP preferred.

    Sponsor: UC Fitness Center

    RSVP

  • Eat, Herbs, Pasta

    2:00PM - 3:00PM

    TEACHING KITCHEN

    Discover the simple deliciousness of homemade herb pesto pasta making. Led by Campus Dietician Lindsay Wilson & Executive Chef Chris Vasconi. No cost, registration required.

    Sponsor: Pitt Eats

    REGISTER

  • Mocktail Bar

    3:00PM - 4:00PM

    SAMPLING TABLE

    Sip on creative, alcohol-free mocktails crafted for our new spring menu with seasonal, sustainable ingredients. Sampling bar in College Room, no cost, open to the public.

    Sponsor: The University Club

  • Green Speakeasy

    4:00PM - 5:00PM

    SUSTAINABLE LECTURE

    Hear quick, inspiring talks focused on sustainability, innovation, and everyday impact. No cost, RSVP preferred.

    Sponsor: Pitt Sustainability

    RSVP

  • Happy Hour

    5:00PM - 6:00PM

    SUSTAINABLE HAPPY HOUR

    Join us on our terrace to plant our herb boxes, make your own planter and snack sustainably with friends! No cost, RSVP preferred.

    Sponsor: Pitt Sustainability & Pitt Conference Services

    RSVP

  • Cycle Down

    5:30PM - 6:30PM

    WELLNESS ACTIVATION

    Power through a high-energy cycling session by our Fitness Team, focused on wellness, endurance, and eco-conscious living. For one day only no cost, registration required.

    Sponsor: University Club Fitness Center

    REGISTER