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Upcoming events and volunteer days

Free, family-friendly events across the Brazos Valley. No experience needed: just bring water and closed-toe shoes.

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What's coming up

Nov
14
Cleanup

Creek Cleanup Day

Saturday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Riverside Park trailhead

Remove litter from the creek banks before it reaches the river. Gloves, bags and snacks provided.

Nov
21
Workshop

Backyard Composting 101

Saturday, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM · Community Library meeting room

Learn how to turn food scraps and yard waste into rich soil, even in a small apartment.

Dec
5
Planting

Native Tree Planting

Saturday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Eastside Greenway

Help plant 150 native oak and pecan saplings to expand shade and wildlife habitat.

Dec
12
Workshop

Low-Waste Holidays

Saturday, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM · Community Library

Gift wrapping without plastic, reducing food waste at gatherings, and second-hand gift ideas.

Jan
16
Cleanup

Neighborhood Litter Sweep

Saturday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Meet at Central Square

Teams cover streets near storm drains, where litter is most likely to wash into creeks.

Feb
6
Planting

Pollinator Garden Build

Saturday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Westfield Elementary

Build raised beds and plant native flowers that support bees and butterflies.

Volunteer roles

Find the right fit

Event volunteer

Join cleanups and plantings a few Saturdays a year. Great for students and families.

Workshop leader

Share a skill such as composting, gardening or bike repair with your neighbors.

School ambassador

Help bring short, hands-on environmental lessons to local classrooms.