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Access a pdf of the event poster here. Please share as you are able!
Smokeytown Singers
Pre-Event feature
Falcon's Nest Entertainment Complex - University Center 1st Floor
Access a pdf of the event poster here. Please share as you are able!
Notes about the event layout:
Some components of Earth Fest are outdoors while others are indoors. The University Center has 4 levels and we will be using 3 of them including the lower level, the 1st floor, and the 2nd floor. If you enter at the south doors, you are entering on the lower level. If you enter the building at the north doors, you are entering on the 1st floor. Greeters will be available at both entrances and all volunteers will be wearing a green volunteer vest. A map of the University Center can be found here.
Entertainment
Falcon's Nest Entertainment Complex - University Center 1st Floor
11:00 - Smokeytown Singers Pre-Event Feature (See above for more details)
12:00 - Forager Chef Alan Bergo
12:45 - Electric Vehicle Charging 101 Presentation
1:00 - Trashion Show*
2:00 - The Pickled Beats Bluegrass Band
*The Trashion Show is a fashion show highlighting the fallout from fast fashion and bringing local talent to the runway with awesome alternatives to fast fashion! Trashion Show categories include repurposed/ recycled/upcycled materials, mended, and thrifted!
Photo from Earth Fest 2024 - Alan Bergo will give a presentation on stage at Earth Fest 2025 at 12 pm on Walnut Milk! He will then have a space in the Meet Your Farmer & Local Ag Area in the University Center Involvement Center!
Food
Served on the 1st floor between the main atrium (Heritage Hall) and the Falcon's Nest Entertainment Complex
Free Samples of Local & Sustainable Options
Food Demo
Seasonal Spotlights - Connecting Local Farms & Local Restaurants
Composting - we will be able to compost all food waste, paper towels, napkins, and the beverage cups at the event - look for the green bins labeled compost!
Photo from 2024 Earth Fest - Food at Earth Fest 2025 will be different this year and will kick off a Seasonal Spotlight partnership with local farms and local restaurants!
Activities
Outside:
Outdoor Learning & Play for Young Children
Humble Horse Ojibwe Ponies
Exhibits
Inside on the Lower Level:
Interactive Surface Water Displays
Clothing Swap
Book Giveaway
Art Project with Community Arts Base (CAB)
Community Art Mosaic Project
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue
Storytime (3 pm)
Exhibitors
80+ Exhibitors - Located throughout the event including the lower level, the 1st floor, the 2nd floor, and outside.
Meet Your Farmer & Local Ag Area - University Center Involvement Center on the 1st Floor
*New this year - Exhibitors will be allowed to sell items with permission from the Earth Fest Planning Team. Items available for sale may include honey, cookbooks, reusable bags, and more! Don't worry though - there will still be some giveaways!
It's Electric!
Electric cars, tools, and more!
âš¡Talk with owners about their electric vehicles and get your questions answered regarding charging, battery life, vehicle range, etc. (Q Lot next to North Hall)
âš¡Find out more about the clean-air benefits, national security benefits, cost-savings and fun provided by electric cars.
âš¡Talk with local people who own electric chainsaws, lawn mowers, snow blowers, and more! (just outside the University Center)
âš¡Talk with your utility about rebates energy efficiency upgrades saving you money upfront, while saving you money in the long run! River Falls Municipal Utility and Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services will both be present in the University Center Ballroom on the second floor.
âš¡Listen to a presentation on EV Charging 101 at 12:45 and talk with a local expert (University Center Falcons Nest.)
âš¡Take an EV shuttle from Q Lot to the University Center and/or from the University Center to Q Lot.
Drive Electric Earth Month (DEEM) is presented by Plug In America, The Electric Vehicle Association, The Sierra Club, EVHybridNoire, and Drive Electric USA.
Getting to Earth Fest
& Parking Info
WAYS TO GET TO EARTH FEST
👟🚲 Walk or bike!
🚗 Free parking on public streets around UWRF (Spring, 5th, 6th, Walnut, etc.)
🚙 Free parking in UWRF Lot 1/Lot Q (Cascade Ave & 2nd Street - west of North Hall)
- From there, walk or EV shuttle to Earth Fest (south across Cascade Ave)
🚙 Free parking also available in the following UWRF lots: A, B2, E, G, H, K, N, O, and T (Some
spots are reserved and all signs should be obeyed - parking in a reserved spot will result in a ticket)
💳 Pay parking (vendor & handicap) in Pay Lot 2 (South of University Center, very limited)
🚌 Free parking & shuttle service to/from Earth Fest will be available between
12-4 pm (4th St circle drop off) in collaboration with River Falls Bluegrass, Bourbon & Brews Festival. Shuttle details can be found here:https://riverfallsbluegrass.com/faq/
Shuttle Info
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What to bring
Reusable Water Bottle/Coffee Mug
Help us reduce waste at the event by bringing your own water bottle or coffee mug. There will be one beverage station (water and coffee) on the lower level, one on the 1st floor, and one on the 2nd floor.
Battery Recycling
Feel free to bring your used batteries for recycling to the event—please note that we can accept all types except lead-acid batteries. Battery drop off locations will be at each of the University Center main entrances - look for the volunteer greeters!
Clothing Swap
Bring 1-2 gently used (adult-sized) clothing items to donate or trade! The clothing swap will be on the lower level. Offered in partnership with The Closet at Our Neighbor's Place and Wiley's Wardrobe at the River Falls High School!
Well Water Testing
Free drinking water nitrate screening offered by St. Croix County. This will be on the 1st floor of the University Center.
Bring in ~ 8 oz. of water in a closed container (preferably glass) collected within 24 hours of the event. It is important to run the tap for 10 minutes (on cold at full flow) before collecting the sample. Rather than let that water go down the drain, consider filling buckets to use to water plants!
Volunteers
Over 100 volunteers are needed to make this event successful. Volunteer shifts are available on Friday, April 25th and Saturday, April 26th. Please view volunteer opportunities and sign up here. Contact earthfestrf@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you!
Resources
Vote 4 Earth:
Inform Yourself
Electric Vehicle Information
Become a sponsor
Earth Fest 2025 Sponsorship Form. Contact earthfestrf@gmail.com with questions
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