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partnering for a

Sustainable

Future

in river falls, Wisconsin
About

ABOUT hope for creation

The mission of Hope for Creation is to create a hopeful, ecologically sustainable future for River Falls through interfaith collaboration, education, partnerships, advocacy, and action.

 

Hope for Creation was formed in 2014 and continues to grow. The partnership welcomes anyone to participate and does not require affiliation with any of the partner congregations nor any faith community.

Sustainability pledge

Sustainability takes many varied forms, and many of us are already engaged in sustainability practices in the River Falls community. The purpose of this Pledge Commitment is to encourage everyone in our homes, schools, churches, workplaces, businesses, and organizations to consider ways they are and are not living sustainably. We are asking everyone to find actions they can take to be more sustainable on a daily basis in order to reimagine our community as a place where everyone sees sustainability as a shared responsibility. 

 

Sustainability is defined as the meeting of our present social, economic, and environmental justice needs without compromising the lives of future generations. 

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Pledge for Individuals, Families, & Households

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Pledge for Organizations, Businesses, & Churches

Need some help setting some goals to help you become more sustainable? Check out the SMART Goal file to the right for examples!

Pledge
Events

  • Grow to Share spring volunteering
    Multiple Dates
    Jun 03, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Hoffman Park (north of ball fields), 547 Hanson Dr, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
    Volunteer sessions all spring with Grow to Share in the garden! All are welcome. No experience needed. Give as little as one hour of your time planting, weeding, and harvesting.
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  • Useful Plants In Your Backyard
    Jun 08, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Shady Lane Farm, Beldenville, WI 54003, USA
    Learn to identify five common "weeds" and how to use them in uncommon ways. Explore our local world of plants and be amazed at what you can make and enjoy! You will have the opportunity to sample preparations in class and/or take samples home. Bring a teacup!
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  • Summer Social
    Jun 08, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    River Falls, 630-632 Glen Park Rd, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
    Hope for Creation summer social and Earth Fest planning team thank you event. All are welcome! Free meal, refreshments, and lawn games!
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  • Free Karma Gentle Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Jun 10, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
    Inspiring Actions Hudson, 1370 Hosford St, Hudson, WI 54016, USA
    The Bhagavad Gita teaches us that "Karma Yoga" is a path of selfless service, compassion, and kindness. At Inspiring Actions, we believe it is important to give back to the community and create opportunities for those that may not have the financial means to take a yoga class.
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  • Insects of Wisconsin: Gardens & Beyond
    Multiple Dates
    Jun 12, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    RF High School, D101, 818 Cemetery Rd, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
    Led by Dr. Robert Marquis, this course will be a survey of the insects found in gardens and natural areas of Wisconsin. Learn to ID tools, roles of insects, conservation, and control of pests. An optional field trip to the Kinnickinnic River will be planned to observe insects in their natural world.
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  • Free Karma Gentle Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Jun 18, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Inspiring Actions River Falls, 128 B South Main St, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
    The Bhagavad Gita teaches us that "Karma Yoga" is a path of selfless service, compassion, and kindness. At Inspiring Actions, we believe it is important to give back to the community and create opportunities for those that may not have the financial means to take a yoga class.
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  • Hope for Creation Monthly Meeting
    Multiple Dates
    Aug 10, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    St. Croix Valley Innovation Center, 1091 Sutherland Ave, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
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  • Parade of Natives: Incorporating Native Plants into your Landscaping
    Aug 20, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    River Falls High School, driving tour, 818 Cemetery Rd, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
    Join us on a tour to see how your neighbors use their home landscapes to benefit and provide natural habitat for birds, butterflies, and other pollinators. We will travel to various locations throughout River Falls so you can gain inspiration on how to incorporate native plants into your yard.
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  • Wild Mushrooms: Identification & Foraging
    Multiple Dates
    Aug 24, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    RF High School, D102 & RF School Forest, 818 Cemetery Rd, River Falls, WI 54022, USA
    Learn mushroom ID, ecology, foraging, and kitchen use. Emphasis will be put on safety and ethical harvest. This course includes a classroom portion (Th), followed by a mushroom field trip into the woods (Sa) to test your new skills.
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Upcoming Events

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Opportunities for Involvement

              Opportunity:

Spiritual/Relational Committee

Systemic Solutions Committee

Communications & Outreach

Earth Fest 2023

Are you interested in making a financial contribution to support the efforts of Hope for Creation? Please see these instructions for making a donation. We thank you for your support!

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Contact

Member Organizations

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Unitarian Universalist Society

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First Covenant Church

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Partner Organizations

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Interested in joining or partnering with us? Please fill out the contact form below.

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