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SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration in Theo Wirth
DESCRIPTION:Join us to remove invasive species\, including buckthorn\, in Theodore Wirth Park! Volunteer activities include cutting\, pulling\, and hauling buckthorn and other invasive species. No experience is necessary. All instructions and equipment will be provided. \nDates: First and third Tuesdays of each month\, May through October\, 5:30-7:00 \nLocation: Meet in front of the Trailhead \nSupplies: Please bring your own work gloves if you have them\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a water bottle. \nHost: This event is hosted by the Loppet \nLearn more and sign-up
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/tuesday-habitat-restoration-in-theo-wirth/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:The Trailhead\, 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T113000
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UID:87630-1789551000-1789558200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260115T164202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T164202Z
UID:87562-1789578000-1789578000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/board-meeting-142/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Headquarters\, 2117 West River Road N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88910-1789639200-1789641000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T151006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171733Z
UID:88812-1789806600-1789813800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Early Birders - September
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in September: 8:30-10:30am \nLearn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the Garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Garden’s parking lot.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/early-birders-september/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194605Z
UID:88058-1789808400-1789815600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88911-1789812000-1789813800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142028Z
UID:87631-1789983000-1789990200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142029Z
UID:87632-1790155800-1790163000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194605Z
UID:88059-1790240400-1790247600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88912-1790244000-1790245800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T151006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171734Z
UID:88813-1790411400-1790418600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Early Birders - September
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in September: 8:30-10:30am \nLearn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the Garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Garden’s parking lot.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/early-birders-september/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260217T173051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T173051Z
UID:88472-1790413200-1790424000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Loring Park Pond Invasive Plant Pull
DESCRIPTION:Thistle & Burdock: Be Gone!\nJoin us to remove invasive species from the pond and restore its natural beauty! \nDates: Monthly Saturdays\, 9am-noon\nLocation: Loring Park. Meet by the Garden of the Seasons\nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided\nClothing: Dress to get dirty\nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up Here! \nThis event is sponsored by the Friends of Loring Park and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB).
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/loring-park-pond-invasive-plant-pull/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Loring Park\, Loring Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260324T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143250Z
UID:89233-1790413200-1790424000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Father Hennepin Bluff Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River. As a volunteer\, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive\, removing invasive species\, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season. \nDate: Select Saturdays and Thursdays April-November \nLocation: Father Hennepin Bluff Park. Clear instructions upon signup. \nSupplies: Gloves and tools provided \nHost: This event is hosted by East Bank Neighborhoods \nSign up and learn more here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/father-hennepin-bluff-stewardship/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9826582;-93.2513335
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88913-1790416800-1790418600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142029Z
UID:87633-1790587800-1790595000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260205T210926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212329Z
UID:88172-1790614800-1790622000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Overlook Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Garden with us in Stevens Square at the Overlook Garden! \n* This event is eligible for the Rent Discount Program. Contact Stevens Square Community Organization for more info.   \nDates: Monthly Mondays\, 5-7pm\, May – October. \nLocation: The garden is located on 17th Street between Stevens and 2nd Avenue \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NEEDED – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSponsors: Stevens Square/Loring Heights Community Organization and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) \nSign-up Here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/overlook-garden-volunteering/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Overlook Garden\, 137 E 17th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260205T212209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212234Z
UID:88186-1790676000-1790683200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Help out in the JD Rivers' Children's Garden!
DESCRIPTION:Help out in the JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden! \nTasks will vary depending on the time of year\, but may include: weeding\, planting\, watering\, garden clean-up\, soil transportation and more. \nDates: Spring and Fall dates\, morning and evening times\n\nLocation: JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden. 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN. 55405\n\nParking: Parking is available on the south side of Glenwood Ave and perpendicular streets \nSupplies: Gloves and tools will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nChildren are welcome\, but must be accompanied by an adult. You will be asked to sign a volunteer waiver upon arrival. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/help-out-in-the-jd-rivers-childrens-garden/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:JD Rivers Children’s Garden\, 2900 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142029Z
UID:87634-1790760600-1790767800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88914-1790848800-1790850600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
GEO:44.9745452;-93.3218818
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194606Z
UID:88060-1791018000-1791025200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T151302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171710Z
UID:88815-1791019800-1791027000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Early Birders - October
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in October 9:30-11:30am \nLearn to observe and identify birds by sound and sight as you walk through the Garden and Wirth Park with a Garden Naturalist. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Garden’s parking lot.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/early-birders-october/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88915-1791021600-1791023400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142032Z
UID:87635-1791192600-1791199800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T093000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260407T164726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T164726Z
UID:89490-1791271800-1791279000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peavey Fountain Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Join MPRB staff bright and early at the Peavey Fountain garden! Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: First and third Tuesdays\, 7:30-9:30 am May-October \nLocation: Lake of the Isles\, Peavey Fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nSign-up here.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peavey-fountain-gardening/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Lake of the Isles\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9583577;-93.3032469
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260323T150505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T155942Z
UID:89137-1791307800-1791313200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Restoration in Theo Wirth
DESCRIPTION:Join us to remove invasive species\, including buckthorn\, in Theodore Wirth Park! Volunteer activities include cutting\, pulling\, and hauling buckthorn and other invasive species. No experience is necessary. All instructions and equipment will be provided. \nDates: First and third Tuesdays of each month\, May through October\, 5:30-7:00 \nLocation: Meet in front of the Trailhead \nSupplies: Please bring your own work gloves if you have them\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a water bottle. \nHost: This event is hosted by the Loppet \nLearn more and sign-up
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/tuesday-habitat-restoration-in-theo-wirth/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:The Trailhead\, 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142033Z
UID:87636-1791365400-1791372600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Peace Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peacekeepers for staff-led volunteering in the Peace Garden! This fun and friendly group meets twice a week to care for this beloved garden. Activities include planting\, weeding\, light pruning\, and general garden maintenance. \nDates: Mondays and Wednesdays\, 9:30-11:30am through October. \nLocation: Lyndale Park Peace Garden. Meet your host Jacob in the parking lot. \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided. \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather. \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/peace-garden-volunteering/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260115T164202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T164202Z
UID:87563-1791392400-1791392400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/board-meeting-142/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Headquarters\, 2117 West River Road N\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meetings
GEO:45.0008334;-93.2780339
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194606Z
UID:88061-1791450000-1791457200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Rose Garden Volunteering
DESCRIPTION:Calling all rose lovers! Join the Deadheaders and develop skills while supporting care of the historic rose garden. Each gardening day will focus on a different topic related to the seasonal maintenance of Lyndale Park Rose Garden. \nDates: 1st and 3rd Saturday & select Thursdays\, May-October\, 9-11am \nLocation: Lyndale Park Rose Garden\nMeet near the Heffelfinger fountain \nSupplies: Gloves\, tools and parking passes will be provided \nWeather: We work in light rain but will suspend or cancel work in severe weather \nNO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – ALL ARE WELCOME! \nSign-up here
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/rose-garden-volunteering/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9275251;-93.2953725
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T095324
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88916-1791453600-1791455400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May 7-October 8\, 10-10:30 am \nSundays\, May 17-October 11\, 10 am – 10:30am \nCome for a nature-packed Storytime in the heart of the Wildflower Garden led by a Naturalist. Read stories and sing songs before exploring the trails or making a themed craft in the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Perfect for ages 0-7 with their caregivers present. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/garden-storytime-2/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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