Winter Career Fair

Thursday, January 30, from 10 am to 4 pm

Arlington Hills Community Center
1200 Payne Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55130

Tree Identification Walk

Wednesday, August 7, from 4 pm to 5 pm

Horton Park Arboretum
1383 West Minnehaha Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55104

Join us for an informative stroll around the mini arboretum located at Horton Park!  Learn some basic tree identification skills from Tree Trust experts, test your skills, and hear about the state of urban forestry in the Twin Cities.  We will learn all about Minnesota’s native trees, in addition to a few newer species being planted for climate resilience.

Please note, there are no public restrooms at this park.  Please plan accordingly.

Community Tree Care Party

Wednesday, August 21, from 4 pm to 6 pm

Keystone Park
3034 Alabama Ave. South
St. Louis Park, MN 55416

Help spruce up the neighborhood by caring for the trees that we planted in the last few years in St. Louis Park!  Join your neighbors and local tree experts from Tree Trust to water, weed, and mulch trees.  After the trees are taken care of, we will celebrate with a community celebration including snacks and crafts. This event is a great volunteering opportunity for families and small groups.

Please list children’s names on their accompanying adult’s ticket. Please wear outdoor clothing that can get dirty, closed-toe shoes or boots, and bring a refillable water bottle.

Tree Trust’s Spring Career Fair

Wednesday, March 6, from  11 am to 5 pm

Arlington Hills Community Center
1200 Payne Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55130

Join Tree Trust’s Career Pathways team for an exciting day of opportunity. We are NOW HIRING staff and participants for various positions in our Summer Programing.

We Provide:

Book Club: The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben

Wednesday, March 20, from  5 to 7 pm

Number 12 Cider
614 North 5th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Join us for a lively discussion about “The Hidden Life of Trees” by German forester Peter Wohlleben. With certified arborists on hand to answer questions, we will dive into the ever-expanding science of tree communication and social networks. Do trees have memories? Do they parent their offspring? Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other Tree Trust volunteers and explore how new insights may influence our tree planting efforts in the Twin Cities. Come prepared to learn something new!

Find this book at a library here or here.

Find this book for purchase here.

MIA Art Walk: Why Art Needs Trees (And Trees Need Art)

New Dates!

Sat Feb 10, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Register for Feb 10, here! 

Sat Feb 17, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Register for Feb 17, here!

Minneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404

Join us for an exciting event at the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Explore the fascinating relationship between art and trees on this walking tour of the public galleries. Discover how artists draw inspiration from nature’s beauty and how trees benefit from artistic expressions. Marvel at the masterpieces created by talented artists who have found inspiration in the natural world, and engage in meaningful conversations about how art can be used as a catalyst for environmental change.

Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop

Sat Feb 24, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Folwell Park
1615 North Dowling Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55412

This introductory pruning workshop is for beginners who would like to learn how to effectively manage their trees for maximum health and output. We will demonstrate the basic techniques of pruning for high crop yield, and you will learn hands-on how to make successful cuts with pruners and pole saws. This highly anticipated event will fill up fast, so don’t hesitate to register!

Tools and gloves will be provided for workshop use. Feel free to bring your own tools.