​ECO FAIR 2023
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​FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
9am - 4pm

​Saturday, June 17, 2023 - ​Como Park, Saint Paul

Experience sustainable living with ​creative & interactive exhibits, and activities for all ages.
FUN ACTIVITIES & LEARNING FOR ALL AGES!

**  WEAR GREEN  **
​show your love for our planet


NEW! DONATION STATIONS:
Bring your.....​
  • Ice cream pails, zip ties & binder clamps: clean pails w/lids, zip ties and binder clamps can be any size/color (For MN Pocket Pet Rescue)
  • All Writing utensils: pens, crayons, pencils, markers - working or not (Sponsored by The Pack Up Artist) There will be a 'Soothing Sort' area where we'll sort them for donation and recycling
  • Lead fishing lures - "Get the Lead Out" with MN Pollution Control Agency.
  • NOTE: On-site paper shred is cancelled for this year, but future events will be shared.

MINI CLASSES!
In the pavilion:
  • ​11am - DIY finishes & paints (adults)
  • 12pm - What is 'de-growth'? (adults)
  • 1pm - Make your own paints (kids)
  • 2pm - Make play-dough (kids)
  • 3pm - Make your own 'ellie pooh' journals (kids)​​
In the greenspace:
  • 10am-12pm - Pause to Breathe, Move, and Rest with Movemindfully (all ages)

FUN EXHIBITS!
  • Native seed saving - MNSEED
  • Meet the MN Pocket Pet Rescue Tiny Ambassadors
  • Up-cycled crafts & ideas
  • Water protection & conservation - Get the Lead Out with MN Pollution Control 
  • Make a nature journal with Master Naturalists
  • Repair and Reuse
  • Energy & Clean air
  • Land care
  • Reduce your carbon footprint
  • And more!

Ways To Participate
Exhibit
Organizations
We are looking for nonprofits & community partners to join us.
Sponsor
Become a partner 
Find opportunities for Partnership to showcase your business.
Contribute 
Keep it free for all
Your support helps build a more sustainable community!
Attend & Share
Connect with us
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Volunteer
​Join the team!
Volunteer roles available before & during the event. Contact Us. 

Arrive Sustainably.....

A huge thanks goes to Metro Transit for providing FREE Metro Transit Passes!

Get yours here:

Event Address: 1199 Midway Parkway, Saint Paul, MN 55108
Bus stop is nearby and there are bike racks next to the pavilions. There is a parking lot at the event, as well as free street parking (If driving & parking, try to arrive early for best options)
The 2023 Eco Fair is made possible by our generous sponsors and community partners:

Thank You Sponsors!
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PAST HIGHLIGHTS


Your donation, in any amount, helps keep this a free community event.
​*OUR ZERO WASTE COMMITMENT:
 - Accessible from public transportation
​ - Reused/Reusable/Up-cycled race equipment, signs, and set up
 - Limiting handout waste: Providing electronic information where possible, or using recycled and recyclable
 - Providing Compost and Recycling stations and ambassadors
 - Offering creative experiences rather than cheap giveaways that end up in the landfill