The goal of the Climate Ready Cotati Fair is to educate, empower, and activate our community to: LEARN how to reduce your environmental footprint CONNECT with people and resources for climate resilience ACT now for a more sustainable future The Fair is FREE and will feature more than 20 community organizations and agencies providing resources and information that you can use. In addition, join us for activities to help you reduce, reuse, and recycle . . . and have fun! Door Prize Drawing – Visit the City of Cotati booth next to the food trucks to learn more about our great programs. Take a short survey on your priorities…

Does your current irrigation system exceed 90% efficiency getting water to the root zones of your plants? This presentation will provide options and key considerations for drip irrigation to put the right amount of water in the right place when plants need it without excess runoff, over-spray, or waste. Learn how a garden water meter can be a useful tool to help understand your plants’ water requirements. This informal presentation will have plenty of time for questions and answers. Registration Required: https://bit.ly/4gqTP2d or http://sonomamg.ucanr.edu/ Upcoming Events to complete your registration. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about attending the…

     Register today for this FREE English QWEL certification training course sponsored by Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership!   The QWEL training will be taught in English and facilitated in-person by one of our highly rated QWEL certified instructors and is available to professionals conducting work in Sonoma County and Marin County. Space is limited. Registration closes on 04/01/2025 or when class is full. The in-person classes will cover all sections of the QWEL reference manual. This includes topics on: Sustainable landscape design principles, Soil properties and health, Plant water needs, Overhead spray irrigation system audits, Irrigation system troubleshooting and maintenance, and Irrigation system programming and operation. Sonoma Water…

Spring Native Plant Sale! Generous winter rains have turned everything green again. That means it’s time for spring planting. Start making a shopping list! We have been working hard to collate a terrific selection of plants for our spring sale, including some hard-to-find spring bulbs we have not been able to offer before. The Plant Sale will be held in two ways this year. Online Pre-Order Plant Sale Online sales opens: Thursday April 3rd at 6pm Online sales close: Monday April 7th at 6pm Pickup for prepaid on-line orders: Saturday April 12th from 10:30am to 1:30pm at Bon Air Shopping Center,…

An iconic Petaluma tradition, the Butter & Egg Days Parade & Festival celebrates its rich agricultural history. The parade features over 130 units with approximately 3,000 participants and 200+ volunteers. Spread over four city blocks, Butter & Egg Days offer a feast for the entire family.  Come experience colorful floats, marching bands, elaborate chicken costumes, crafts, arts, and two large “kid areas”. Learn more: https://www.visitpetaluma.com/event/butter-egg-days-parade-festival-2025/

Join us for our Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from noon to 4 p.m.  This FREE, family-friendly, zero-waste festival brings the community together through fun activities, live performing arts, great food, and inspiring exhibits that raise environmental awareness. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate our vibrant city and get involved by learning about solutions to address drought, climate change, and environmental concerns in our community. 50+ Exhibitors Outdoor Showcase of Santa Rosa’s Performing Arts Scene Food & Drink Kids’ Activities & Crafts courtesy of Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Local & Earth-friendly Products Hydration Station Zero Waste…

The Eco-Friendly Garden Tour is a free public outreach and education program that promotes sustainable landscaping practices by showcasing inspiring gardens throughout Sonoma and Marin counties. The Tour highlights Russian River-Friendly and Bay-Friendly landscaping best practices, and supports Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper certified professionals by featuring their personal or client’s gardens. The 2025 Eco-Friendly Garden Tour will be held on Saturday, May 10th from 10am – 4pm. Learn more and register to attend: https://www.savingwaterpartnership.org/eco-friendly-garden-tour/eco-friendly-garden-tour-2025/