Urban Ambassadors

TIME CHANGE ALERT! Don't forget Trash Bash this weekend! Come celebrate Earth Day at Urban Ambassadors’ Trash Bash on Sunday, April 20th from 1 pm to 3 pm! Register on our Eventbrite at: https://lnkd.in/gkKVNBZP or just show up In partnership with the adopt-a-park program through the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department, we will rally by the river to clean up the Birdland Park & Marina. We'll meet near the Ding Darling shelter. We will have all the supplies you’ll need such as bags, pickers, and gloves. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes and plenty of sunscreen! We are interested in getting you into the water, please bring your own waders and or kayaks and fishing magnets welcomed (we will have some magnets available) If you have not cleaned with us before, please visit: Signup/Waiver form link: https://lnkd.in/ggGNagvk Form password: UA If you have any trouble finding the location, please call Kyle at 815-295-9696. See y'all there

Don't miss the upcoming Green Drinks, this time at Chain & Spoke! We're excited to welcome back Luke Hoffman, the Executive Director of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. Luke will highlight the economic and health benefits of biking and trails. Hope to see you there!

Come celebrate Earth Day at Urban Ambassadors’ Trash Bash on Sunday, April 20th from 10 am to 12 pm! Register on our Eventbrite at: https://lnkd.in/gkKVNBZP or just show up In partnership with the adopt-a-park program through the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department, we will rally by the river to clean up the Birdland Park & Marina. We'll meet near the Ding Darling shelter. We will have all the supplies you’ll need such as bags, pickers, and gloves. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes and plenty of sunscreen! We are interested in getting you into the water, please bring your own waders and or kayaks and fishing magnets welcomed (we will have some magnets available) If you have not cleaned with us before, please visit: Signup/Waiver form link: https://lnkd.in/ggGNagvk Form password: UA If you have any trouble finding the location, please call Kyle at 815-295-9696. See y'all there

Come get some fresh air and feel good doing good at Urban Ambassadors’ Trash Bash on Sunday, March 16th from 1pm to 3pm! Register on our Eventbrite or just show up In partnership with the adopt-a-park program through the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department, we will rally by the river to clean up the Birdland Park & Marina. We'll meet near the Ding Darling shelter. We will have all the supplies you’ll need such as bags, pickers, and gloves. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes and plenty of sunscreen! We are interested in getting you into the water, please bring your own waders and or kayaks and fishing magnets welcomed (we will have some magnets available) If you have not cleaned with us before, please visit: Signup/Waiver form link: https://lnkd.in/ggGNagvk Form password: UA If you have any trouble finding the location, please call Kyle at 815-295-9696. See y'all there

Des Moines residents can now place their orders for up to five FREE tree seedlings to plant on their own property! As one of the Public Works Department's most popular programs, Tiny Trees helps the City work towards its goal to expand the urban tree canopy by enlisting the help of Des Moines residents. Since the program's debut in 2017, the Forestry Division has given away tens of thousands of trees to people from all corners of Des Moines. Scroll through all nine of this year's species to decide what you'd like to plant on your property this spring, then head to DSM.city/TinyTrees to complete your order! You can also sign up to volunteer at our April 26 Tiny Trees Giveaway event! Help us expand Des Moines' urban forest by adding beauty to your home and growing the natural canopy in your community!

Thank you to Urban Ambassadors for allowing me to speak last week at their Green Drinks event! They were excellent hosts and created a fun atmosphere for sustainably-minded folks to gather. The presentation was on how Healthy Urban Canopies Promote Healthy Communities🌳 Special shoutout to my fellow AmeriCorps member, Megan Fleming, who co-wrote/designed the presentation🫶

I am proud to serve on the board of Urban Ambassadors and host these vital conversations at our monthly Green Drinks events in Des Moines. Last week, Laura Nielsen gave an excellent presentation on urban canopies and community health – a topic that feels especially relevant as cities worldwide grapple with rising temperatures and air quality challenges. These local gatherings are, for better or worse, the places where individuals can make the most change. If you're in the Des Moines area and passionate about sustainability, join us at our next Green Drinks event, February 6th at Twisted Vine Brewery. Every conversation moves us closer to a more resilient community. 🌳

Join us March 6th @6 pm at Twisted Vine Brewery for March Green Drinks! As always, the first 15 people to arrive receive free drink tickets We will be hearing from Jeremy Caron from the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency! Learn more about how your utility bill shouldn't prevent you or your organization from focusing on what matters most to you and those you serve. The Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE) strives to provide education and resources to help all Iowan's save energy and improve the health and comfort of their homes and businesses. See you there!

See you there!

Join us Thursday February 6th @6 pm for Green Drinks!! We will have the opportunity to hear from Bruce Bonestroo, AIA, NCARB the treasurer of BCE -Iowa: Designing and Building Better Buildings about the history of building design and keys for understanding building envelopes. You don't want to miss this opportunity!