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SUMMARY:Art: Stillpoint\, Changing Line
DESCRIPTION:In a world defined by constant motion\, “Stillpoint\, Changing Line” explores the tension between what we hold onto and what we let go. This exhibition serves to illustrate that nothing remains static. Rather\, the “line” is both a boundary and a path\, marking the edge of what is known while leading us toward what is becoming. The exhibition brings together four distinct voices to explore as they move from the rigid and structural to the fluid and ephemeral. Viewers are invited to travel a complete spectrum of artistic interpretation as they enjoy “still world” of flower cloches to the kinetic power of untamed motion found in paintings. Visit the website for admission tickets.
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/art-stillpoint-changing-line/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum":MAILTO:arbinfo@umn.edu
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SUMMARY:Art: Where the Seed Remembers
DESCRIPTION:Where The Seed Remembers is an immersive multicultural community art exhibit that celebrates earth\, creation\, lineage and memory. It is co-curated by artist\, storyteller\, and cultural architect Joshua “Brotha Asé” Gillespie. This exhibition and accompanying celebration and community gatherings honors the connection between Mother Earth and the human experience. It explores birth\, nurturing\, protection\, identity\, grief\, joy and the giving and receiving cycles. The experience blends visual art\, sacred storytelling\, spoken word\, and communal reflection to reawaken connection in a time of disconnection. These stories\, artworks and reflections are presented by 10 Minnesota artists representing the Black\, Indigenous\, Latiné\, East African and Afro-Caribbean communities. Reserve your gate admission on the website.
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/art-where-the-seed-remembers/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum":MAILTO:arbinfo@umn.edu
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:Birding is for everyone! Come together with birding enthusiasts and experts from around the region to celebrate spring migration! This day-long selection of workshops\, nature walks and book signings will be offered to birders from novice to experienced. Amidst the setting of spring flowers\, interact with a host of experts about birding\, habitat\, quirky bird science and even meet live raptors! Pay one fee for the day\, but customize your experience based on your interests. Visit the website for full details.
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/arboretum-bird-day/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum":MAILTO:arbinfo@umn.edu
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Arbor Day at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum! Join us for a day of discovery\, nature and creativity as we honor the beauty and importance of trees with a series of exciting activities and events. Whether you’re a nature lover\, a family looking for fun or an art enthusiast\, we’ve curated an unforgettable experience for all ages. See the website for daily activities and reserve your admission.
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/arbor-day-celebration/
LOCATION:University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum":MAILTO:arbinfo@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
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SUMMARY:Garden Drying Rack Community Build
DESCRIPTION:Join WTA and NATIFS for a hands-on experience learning how to build drying racks for meat\, fruit and vegetables and tipi trellis’ for our new teaching gardens\, Oyate Zaniya Úƞpi Kte (The People are Coming to Get Well). \nAll supplies will be provided. All ages and experience levels are welcome & encouraged!
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/garden-drying-rack-community-build/
LOCATION:Wakan Tipi Center\, 590 4th St E\, Saint Paul\, 55106
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
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SUMMARY:Edible Landscaping and Gardening with Nature
DESCRIPTION:From raised-bed kitchen gardens to gorgeously designed sustainable yards that feed the people\, pollinators\, and the planet\, we will be looking at how to make the most of urban/suburban spaces in the short growing season of the Upper Midwest. Using nature’s patterns\, rhythms and cycles as our guide\, you will learn sustainable gardening techniques such as successional planting\, intensive planting\, companion planting\, and intentional design. You will leave with a number of ways to transform your own garden space to a beautiful bountiful edible landscape. Instructor Dina has a great passion and varied experiences growing gardens and educating folks about sustainable gardening in the Twin Cities. Join her to grow your gardening skills this year! \n  \nPlease Bring: A notebook and pen. \nInstructor Bio: Dina Kountoupes is owner of Harvest Moon Edible Landscapes\, a local woman-owned business that helps people sustainably grow food and connect to their land. She has designed\, installed\, and maintained gardens and run educational programs with individuals\, schools\, and community organizations in the Twin Cities for the past 15 years. \nMake a day of it! On the way to WEI\, visit charming Lindstrom\, MN\, for Northwoods Roasterie coffee and a pastry from the Lindstrom Bakery. After class\, visit Wild River State Park (only 10 minutes from WEI). Franconia Sculpture Park is also nearby and open ’til 8pm daily. \nIf you would be interested in staying overnight at WEI before and/or after this class\, please reserve accommodations through our FarmStay. \nWEI has an annual scholarship fund to support cost-accessible programming. Please see scholarship application instructions in the registration form below. 
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/edible-landscaping-and-gardening-with-nature/
LOCATION:Women’s Environmental Institute\, 15715 River Road\, North Branch\, 55056
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Farmers of Color Social Zoom: April
DESCRIPTION:Midwest Farmers of Color Collective is a place for growers\, knowledge holders\, cultivators\, and farmers of color. \nWhether you are just beginning your journey\, or have been a farmer for life\, this is a space for us\, by us. \nFarmers of Color Social Zoom is hosted the last Sunday of each month from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (CT). This a space specifically for farmers of color.  \nREGISTER FOR OUR MFCC SOCIAL ZOOM HERE \nWhen you register on Zoom with the link\, you will be registered for all Social Zooms through the end of the year!  \nWhen you join\, you can expect to find a place to meet other Midwest farmers\, get updates on social events\, policy\, grants\, trainings\, and other opportunities from our community. We encourage you to bring any resources or announcements to share! \n \nIf you are an ally and want to know how to get involved\, visit our join us page to learn how you can support our Midwest farmers of color! \n 
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/farmers-of-color-social-zoom-april/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Midwest Farmers of Color Collective":MAILTO:sammie@marnitastable.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T193000
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CREATED:20260202T173217Z
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SUMMARY:Planting a Pollinator Garden
DESCRIPTION:With urbanization and the ongoing loss of key prairies and landscapes\, our native bees’; and butterflies’; habits are disappearing. These pollinators are critical for maintaining our crops as well as our home gardens. Join us to learn how to create a garden of native plants to attract\, feed and house these critical pollinators. Register and learn more here.
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/planting-a-pollinator-garden-2/
LOCATION:Anoka-Hennepin Educational Service Center\, 2727 North Ferry Street\, Anoka\, 55303
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Anoka County Extension Master Gardeners":MAILTO:anokamgs@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T193000
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SUMMARY:Garden Orientation & Preparation // Orientación y preparación del jardín
DESCRIPTION:Garden Orientation & Preparation // Orientación y preparación del jardín \nWednesday\, April 29th and May 6th \n5:30-7:30 pm \nBryant Community Garden (3856 Columbus Ave S) \n 
URL:https://northerngardener.org/event/garden-orientation-preparation-orientacion-y-preparacion-del-jardin/
LOCATION:Bryant Community Garden\, 3856 Columbus Ave S\, Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Plant Grow Share":MAILTO:growfood@thecentralneighborhood.com
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