Tabling (11:00 am -2:30 pm)
Swing by the Clean River Partners booth to learn more about our work, hear about upcoming events, and participate in a mural activity led by local artist Rocky Casillas Aguirre!
Rocky Casillas Aguirre
Rocky is a MN-based Latino and Queer artist. He works out of his small studio Rokaturas creating comics and children’s books focused on mindfulness and mental health. As a freelance artist, he has partnered with numerous local nonprofits and businesses to advocate for social and environmental justice. His colorful art can be seen across downtown Northfield decorating the sidewalks, library bookshelves, street posts and buildings - like Mercado Local, and even the city’s 2045 Comprehensive Plan.
Rain Barrel Workshop (1:00-2:00 pm)
Learn about the benefits of rain barrels at our FREE workshop during Northfield Earth Day! In this workshop, we will discuss stormwater health and how rain barrels can be used to harvest rainwater. We will also have a step–by–step demonstration on how to construct and install a rain barrel, as well as rain barrel maintenance tips. At the end of the workshop, we will draw a name and give away the constructed rain barrel to one lucky participant! We hope you can join us to learn more about this cost-effective way to reduce stormwater runoff!
We aim to host inclusive and accessible events that allow all individuals to participate. If you anticipate needing an accommodation or have questions about accessibility, please contact Sophie Epps at sophie@cleanriverpartners.org.
*Registration is only required for the Rain Barrel Workshop
Questions about tabling or the workshop?
Contact Sophie Epps (she/her), our Minnesota GreenCorps Member
Email: sophie@cleanriverpartners.org
Phone: (507) 200-1572
Let’s Adapt: Flooding and Resiliency in Northfield (3:00 - 4:00 pm)
Join us for a panel discussion led by Mayor Erica Zweifel on flooding in our community. We'll hear from Sarah Fortner (Director of Sustainability, Carleton College) as she talks about climate science and the increased need for collaboration; James McDermott (Water Quality Technician, City of Northfield) as he dives into the history of Cannon River flooding and the new Riverfront Project; Jennifer Tonko (Executive Director, Clean River Partners) as she shares about land protection and dam reconstruction projects; and Carleton students Nico Bolling, Sadie DiCarlos, Lillian Fisher, Farren Groom, Io Harris, and Demetrius Blackmon-Jimenez as they discuss their ongoing water quality monitoring and climate awareness project. We'll also share information about volunteering and mutual aid prepared by Northfield Shares, Our Community Foundation.
Questions about this panel discussion?
Contact Jennifer Tonko (she/her), our Executive Director
Email: jennifer@cleanriverpartners.org
Phone: 507-786-3913x1
Accessibility Information
Non-accessible entrance
Non-accessible restrooms
Non-accessible parking
Thank you to our event supporters!
