The Rare & Unusual Plant Sale returns in 2025 for its 33rd year at City Farm and will feature 20,000 city-grown, city-sown vegetable, herb, and fruit plants, including a wide variety of medicinals. All plant starts are grown with love, using organic and regenerative practices, from seed in our greenhouse at City Farm, Rhode Island’s […]
Join Groundwork Southcoast for a special day of community, connection, and tree planting. The day will start off with a brief groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate and celebrate a collaborative effort to increase tree canopy in New Bedford's North End. After that, attendees will be given a brief tree planting training and can pitch in by […]
Congress of the Birds, a wildlife rehabilitation organization specializing in birds, will explore the links between conservation efforts and the importance of rehabilitation organizations in ensuring the survival of our local avian population. Sheida Soleimani will speak about rescue and release of wild birds, avian flu, and what to do if you find a baby […]
Join Climate Action Rhode Island and Indivisible Rhode Island for a timely conversation with Attorney General Peter Neronha on how we can save our climate and democracy. President Trump’s sweeping 100-day assault on our democracy, people, and climate have left many feeling confused and uncertain in response, but not Neronha. Attendees will leave with a […]
Join the Rhode Island Mycological Society for their second annual spring Fungi Fair, an immersive experience designed to promote ecological literacy and celebrate the diversity of flora, fauna, and funga as a community. Attendees can engage with fungi through a blend of education, music, art, and community, offering a unique platform for vendors, artists, farmers, […]
Join us to discuss agroforestry, ocean farming, and land-to-sea connection at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston. Farmers, researchers, business leaders, investors, practitioners, and policymakers will discuss marine farming, the relationships between terrestrial and marine farming operations, and how to can build further beneficial bridges between them. With a focus on the Northeast, presenters […]
Join Green Energy Consumers Alliance at the beautiful Botanical Center in Roger Williams Park for our annual spring meeting and hear about its work to empower consumers and communities to speed a just transition to a zero-carbon future.
Black bears have returned to Rhode Island, and have been spotted ambling around the state. While these large mammals can be intimidating, coexistence is possible when you are “Bear Aware.” Join RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife staff to learn about these beautiful creatures and actions you can take to avoid issues with bears. This […]
Come learn about the Affordable Solar Access Pathways (ASAP) and energy efficiency programs.
The Empowerment Factory (TEF), which focuses on providing youth the skills needed to lead happier, healthier, more empowered lives, invites the community to its annual fundraiser. Attendees will enjoy local food, raffles, and live music by The New Providence Big Band. The community is invited to join the fun and support The Empowerment Factory’s mission […]
Join the Newport Tree Conservancy's Tree Corps to mulch and care for the trees in Touro Park on Saturdays throughout the summer. No experience is necessary, and lunch will be provided. Volunteers will receive NTC T-shirts, tools will be provided, and experience is not necessary. Please dress for the weather, bring your own water, and […]
Join the town of Westerly and the Green Infrastructure Center for the Westerly Tree Canopy open house at the Westerly Library Terrace Room to discuss opportunities and challenges to growing the town's tree cover. Attendees will select their favorite strategies to optimize the potential for trees to reduce urban heat, manage flooding, and improve community […]
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