TheArchive: Reviewing the Rare, Retro, and Restored

Every April 22nd, people worldwide come together to celebrate Earth Day , a global movement dedicated to environmental protection, awareness, and action. What began in 1970 as a grassroots protest against pollution has grown into an international movement for climate action, conservation, and sustainability.  Earth Day reminds us to take a step back, look at the state of our planet, and ask: What kind of world are we leaving for our children? On this Earth Day, let’s explore the importance of a small but essential insect on our planet that plays a massive role in keeping our ecosystems in balance: the bee. This Earth Day, we want to highlight the film To Bee or Not to Bee .  When the world was alerted that global bee populations were declining at an alarming rate, it concerned farmers, environmentalists, and scientists everywhere. Without bees, we’re not just missing honey in our tea; the entire ecosystem suffers. A world without bees would be unrecognizable because they polli...

In this week's blog post, we're spotlighting Earth Day , which took place on April 22nd. But why limit the celebration to just one day? We invite you to join us in extending the celebration of the best planet in our solar system all week long!  Earth Day is an essential reminder of the critical importance of preserving our environment and promoting sustainability. It calls us to unite and take steps towards a healthier planet and a brighter future.  According to National Geographic Kids , the inaugural Earth Day marked a significant moment in history in 1970. Spearheaded by a senator from Wisconsin, a nationwide demonstration was organized to spotlight environmental concerns. This movement saw rallies unfold across the United States, prompting the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency by year's end. Fast-forward to 1990, and Earth Day had evolved into a global phenomenon, embraced by over 140 countries worldwide. With a diverse array of activities, resources...

Since everything from a burrito to finding a rainbow has a holiday, and those are just in April, today we pause and reflect on our planet’s well-deserved holiday…Earth Day. Earth Day now in its 51 st   year, is the most universally observed secular holiday on the planet. Nearly 200 countries and over a billion people participate "to build environmental democracy and advocate for sustainability," according to   EarthDay.org   and this year, it runs alongside the Biden administration’s global climate summit. From the pandemic to other global calamities and social unrest we’ve all seen, felt, or been directly connected to, this moment to take in the majestic miracle that is earth comes at the perfect time.   Says John Kerry in   Climate Refugees , “ Climate change is on a complete collision course with civilization as we know it.” So what do we do? According to   EarthDay.org , The 2021 theme of Earth Day is "Restore Our Earth" and   ''focuses on natural ...