Need a reason to have a candlelight dinner with loved ones? When was the last time you took a walk through your neighborhood at night?

Let Earth Hour be your perfect reason to have some fun while supporting an important worldwide cause. On March 31, the City of Kirkland is joining more than 5,000 communities across the world in officially supporting Earth Hour 2012.

Earth Hour is a global climate awareness event led by the World Wildlife Fund, a leading conservation organization. Kirkland residents and businesses are encouraged to “turn out and switch off” lights from 8:30-9:30 p.m.

During Earth Hour, the city will dim or turn off lights at City Hall. For more ways to participate in Earth Hour, including sharing your story, go to www.worldwildlife.org and search “Spread the Word.”

To learn about Kirkland’s sustainability programs and activities, visit www.kirklandwa.gov/kirklandgreen.