Have you ever been to a birthday party with multiple, live music performances, food from various vendors, a giant cake and a raffle? Well if you haven't, here's your chance.

On Wednesday April 22nd there will be an Earth Day Birthday celebration at Barr's Bay Park, on Pitts Bay Road from 4pm to 8pm for everyone, from children to seniors, with no charge for admission.

Earth Day comes around every year, but there has been no celebration in Bermuda for years. BASEC (The Bermuda Association of Eco-Clubs) decided to host the event to encourage people to celebrate the Earth along with the rest of the world, and hold a fun event for all to enjoy.

The Earth Day Birthday Party will include live musical performances by everyone from Mohawk Radio to the Bermuda School of Music, with Gavin Smith from Chewstick being the MC for the event. There will also be food from various vendors, including vegetarian and vegan options. Attendees will be able to visit the various booths hosted by environmentally conscious exhibitors from across the island, who will offer ways Bermudians can get involved in helping keep the Earth, and Bermuda, in good environmental health.

What is a birthday party without gifts? Anyone who attends will be allowed to make a gift to the Earth in the form of an electronic pledge to make easy improvements to their lives to do their part to help the environment. Participants in the event can also buy raffle tickets priced at $1 to be entered to win prizes from Cedar trees to composters, with proceeds going towards the costs of the event.

People are encouraged to join in the celebrations after school or work with friends, family and strangers alike, and enjoy the music, food and exhibitors, rain or shine. For many students with impending exams, this event can provide a fun and relaxing afternoon with friends before having to commence the dreaded studying. For those working, it can give you an excuse to avoid five o'clock traffic, grab a bite to eat, and listen to some free music. The event can be found under 'Earth Day Birthday' on Facebook, hosted by the group BASEC.

On Bermuda's 400th anniversary, what better time is there for everyone in Bermuda to come out and celebrate Earth's Birthday on April 22nd along with the rest of the island?