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South Grand 2022 Volunteer Events
Help steward the native landscape along South Grand with the South Grand EcoCrew! Calling all gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts! The South Grand Community Improvement District is seeking hard-working volunteers to help steward the native landscape areas located throughout the District. There are events scheduled throughout the year that are open to small groups and individual volunteers. […]
Brightside’s Been Busy!
Brightside has been busy with events on events! Our annual St. Louis Gardening Symposium was a hit last weekend. Presented as a hybrid virtual and in-person event, native plant and pollinator experts shared their knowledge with neighbors through presentations and tours of the Brightside Demonstration Garden! A big thanks to our experts- Nina Fogel, Scott […]
Great Rivers Greenway Trash Pick Up Event
In partnership with community members on the City’s north side, Great Rivers Greenway is organizing a volunteer trash pick-up event. On Saturday, June 11 from 10am to 1pm, volunteers will gather to pick up trash along a one-mile section of N. Grand from Natural Bridge to Cass Ave. The flyer below includes additional information about how to […]
Brightside Family Fun Day
Sunday June 5 | 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Brightside Demonstration Garden 4646 Shenandoah Ave 63110 | Free admission Families are invited to learn about our environment and why caring for our planet is everyone’s responsibility! Participate in fun activities with the Missouri Department of Conservation, Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, Great Rivers Greenway, Missouri Botanical […]
May Blitz Events – Volunteers Needed!
What’s Brightside up to this month? Check out this list of events and projects we’re looking forward to for May. Opportunities are updated as we receive them, so check back often for updates!
Boost Your Gift on #GiveSTLDay
_____________________________________________ THANK YOU for planning your donation to Brightside on #GiveSTLDay – Thursday, May 5th! ______________________________________________ No matter the size, your #GiveSTLDay donation can have an even greater impact when you donate during specific time frames. Boost your gift during various Power Hours throughout #GiveSTLDay. We are excited and grateful for the generosity of the William A. Kerr […]
Flower Shower -> Blitz Blooms!
Did you know we’re growing dianthus, marigolds and celosia in the Greenhouse at Forest Park? 40,000 of each in honor of our 40th anniversary! Now we need your help to plant them! Every year, Blitz Blooms volunteers plan a neighborhood cleanup and then plant these annuals in public spaces across St. Louis. Blitz Blooms as […]
April Blitz Events – Volunteers Needed!
What’s Brightside up to this month? Check out this list of events and projects we’re looking forward to for April. Opportunities are updated as we receive them, so check back often for updates!