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SUMMARY:Afternoon Birding Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, June 2-30\, 4-5 pm \nJoin a Naturalist for a late afternoon stroll on the trails in search of the various bird species that call the Garden home. Binoculars are available to borrow. Learn to identify birds by their plumage and songs while walking among the flowers. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/afternoon-birding-stroll-2/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142014Z
UID:87606-1782293400-1782300600@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/2026-06-24/
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:20260624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260311T164019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T164019Z
UID:88990-1782316800-1782320400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Invertebrate Discovery Walks
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, June 3 – June 24\, 4:00pm – 5:00pm \nJoin a naturalist on a walk to discover the hidden kingdoms of insects and other invertebrates in the Garden! We’ll learn about invertebrate identification\, their behavior\, and ecology as we observe them on the trails. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/invertebrate-discovery-walks/2026-06-24/
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:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194551Z
UID:88047-1782378000-1782385200@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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
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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-2/2026-06-25/
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:20260625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T152118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171607Z
UID:88841-1782406800-1782410400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Flower Hour
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May – August\, 5-6 pm \nJoin a Naturalist for an hour-long evening walk through the Garden to see the seasonal wildflowers. The plants are the highlight here in this tour. Come learn and unwind in nature in the beautiful Garden. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/flower-hour/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260324T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143248Z
UID:89229-1782408600-1782419400@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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260311T164520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T164520Z
UID:88995-1782468000-1782469800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Cuentos Infantiles en el Jardín - Spanish Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Viernes\, 5 de junio – 26 de Agosto\, 10:00am – 10:30am \n¡Cuentos y actividades sobre la naturaleza dirigidos por un naturalista! \nNo necesita inscribirse; nos reunimos fuera del edificio\, Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Niños de 0 a 7 años acompañados con un adulto. \n_____________________________________________________________ \nFridays\, June 5 – August 28\, from 10:00am – 10:30am \nStories and activities about nature led by a naturalist! \nNo registration is required; we meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. \nAges 0-7 with caregivers present.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/cuentos-infantiles-en-el-jardin-spanish-storytime/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T150658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171807Z
UID:88781-1782545400-1782552600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Early Birders - May-August
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, May – August: 7:30-9:30 am \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-may-august/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88887-1782554400-1782556200@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-2/2026-06-27/
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:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T090000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260205T165544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T165544Z
UID:88037-1782637200-1782637200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:TC Pride Rainbow Run
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/tc-pride-rainbow-run-9/
LOCATION:B.F. Nelson Park\, 434 Main St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- Non-MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142015Z
UID:87607-1782725400-1782732600@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/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park Peace Garden\, 4124 Roseway Road\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260205T210926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212328Z
UID:88169-1782752400-1782759600@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/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:Overlook Garden\, 137 E 17th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9661723;-93.274391
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T172126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T172126Z
UID:88975-1782835200-1782838800@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Afternoon Birding Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, June 2-30\, 4-5 pm \nJoin a Naturalist for a late afternoon stroll on the trails in search of the various bird species that call the Garden home. Binoculars are available to borrow. Learn to identify birds by their plumage and songs while walking among the flowers. \nNo registration necessary\, meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/afternoon-birding-stroll-2/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142015Z
UID:87608-1782898200-1782905400@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/2026-07-01/
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:20260701T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260115T164202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T164202Z
UID:87556-1782925200-1782925200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/board-meeting-142/2026-07-01/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88888-1782986400-1782988200@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-2/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T152118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171608Z
UID:88842-1783011600-1783015200@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Flower Hour
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May – August\, 5-6 pm \nJoin a Naturalist for an hour-long evening walk through the Garden to see the seasonal wildflowers. The plants are the highlight here in this tour. Come learn and unwind in nature in the beautiful Garden. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/flower-hour/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260311T164520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T164520Z
UID:88996-1783072800-1783074600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Cuentos Infantiles en el Jardín - Spanish Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Viernes\, 5 de junio – 26 de Agosto\, 10:00am – 10:30am \n¡Cuentos y actividades sobre la naturaleza dirigidos por un naturalista! \nNo necesita inscribirse; nos reunimos fuera del edificio\, Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. Niños de 0 a 7 años acompañados con un adulto. \n_____________________________________________________________ \nFridays\, June 5 – August 28\, from 10:00am – 10:30am \nStories and activities about nature led by a naturalist! \nNo registration is required; we meet outside the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter. \nAges 0-7 with caregivers present.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/cuentos-infantiles-en-el-jardin-spanish-storytime/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T150658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171807Z
UID:88782-1783150200-1783157400@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Early Birders - May-August
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, May – August: 7:30-9:30 am \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-may-august/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88889-1783159200-1783161000@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-2/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden\, 1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142015Z
UID:87609-1783330200-1783337400@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/2026-07-06/
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:20260707T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260407T164726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T164726Z
UID:89484-1783409400-1783416600@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/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:Lake of the Isles\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9583577;-93.3032469
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260323T150505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T155940Z
UID:89131-1783445400-1783450800@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/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:The Trailhead\, 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260116T155522Z
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UID:87610-1783503000-1783510200@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/2026-07-08/
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:20260709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260205T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194551Z
UID:88048-1783587600-1783594800@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/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Lyndale Park/Rose Garden\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9275251;-93.2953725
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T171348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171348Z
UID:88890-1783591200-1783593000@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-2/2026-07-09/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T152118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171608Z
UID:88843-1783616400-1783620000@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Flower Hour
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, May – August\, 5-6 pm \nJoin a Naturalist for an hour-long evening walk through the Garden to see the seasonal wildflowers. The plants are the highlight here in this tour. Come learn and unwind in nature in the beautiful Garden. \nNo registration necessary\, meet at the Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/flower-hour/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260324T171725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T171725Z
UID:89453-1783618200-1783629000@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/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Father Hennepin Bluff Park\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Volunteer Opportunities
GEO:44.9826582;-93.2513335
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T163314
CREATED:20260310T151749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171631Z
UID:88827-1783620000-1783623600@www.minneapolisparks.org
SUMMARY:Knitting in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Second and Fourth Thursdays of the month\, May-August from 6-7:30 pm. (Start date is May 14\, 2026) \nBring your projects and join fellow crafters in the garden for knitting\, crocheting\, and crafting in community as Autumn settles in the Garden. \nAll experience levels are welcome! \nSome chairs provided. No registration necessary\, meet at the Visitor Shelter.
URL:https://www.minneapolisparks.org/event-calendar/knitting-in-nature-2/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Events- All,Events- MPRB
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