Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners

FREE Event | International Perspectives on Environmental Stewardship
2025-11-18 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Davey SEED Campus, 6700 OH-43, Kent, 44240, United States
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FREE Webinar | Discover Resilience Across Oceans: Clean Water and Reforestation
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89877064045
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Join Joseph Losi, Ward Chair and IREX fellow from the Solomon Islands, for a FREE webinar on turning challenges into opportunities.
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Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring
2025-12-02 09:00 - 12:00

FREE Webinar | True Pigments: Turning Pollution into Paint
2025-12-17 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88529407250
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Liz Myers, Restoration EIT at EnviroScience, shares her experience with True Pigments, and how this innovation is drainage is turning polluted water into vibrant color.
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FREE Webinar | Breaking Ground: Perspectives from Young Conservation Professionals
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84313217984
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Join a panel of early-career environmental professionals as they share their journeys and discuss:

Real-world challenges in environmental careers

Opportunities for growth and impact

Tips for launching and thriving in the field

Insights for early-career professionals

Guidance for seasoned professionals supporting the next generation

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Great Lakes Public Forum (Virtual Option)| Registration Required
2026-02-04 12:30 - 2026-02-05 15:30
The United States and Canada invite members of the public and those involved in Great Lakes programs to register for their attendance at the Great Lakes Public Forum on February 4-5, 2026.
The forum will be held in a public meeting space on the 3rd floor of the Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building at 77 West Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604. Virtual attendance is also available.
Both in-person and virtual attendees are required to register. Registration for this event is free.
Learn more and register at https://binational.net/2025/12/22/registration-great-lakes-public-forum/

FREE Webinar | Healthy Soils, Healthy Communities: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Soil Health
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00
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Healthy soil is the foundation of healthy communities.Join Sara Continenza, Executive Director and Founder of Food Strong, for a FREE webinar on restoring degraded urban soils through community action and innovation. Sara will draw from her work transforming vacant lots into thriving green spaces.

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Building Better Gardens with Native Plants
2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Aurora Library, 115 E Pioneer Trail, Aurora, 44202, United States
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Join TCWP and The Plot Thickens gardening group for a Native Plant Gardening Workshop and discover how to turn any outdoor space into a beautiful, thriving garden.

Build Your Own Buzzin' Bee House - Native Bee Workshop
2026-03-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Pierce Streetsboro Library (8990 Kirby Ln, Streetsboro, OH, United States), Kirby Lane, Streetsboro, Ohio, 44241, United States
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Join TCWP for a FREE hands-on workshop exploring Ohio’s native bees and their role as pollinators. Participants will build a bee house for local cavity-nesting bees, learn about native pollinator plants, and receive native seed mixes to start a pollinator garden at home.
Capacity is limited to 10 bee houses (one per household). Observers are welcome and encouraged.
Important: Bee houses require annual maintenance. Please only take a bee house if you’re able to maintain it. Free replacement nesting materials will be provided for year two.

Nordonia HS STEM Day
2026-03-13 07:15 - 14:15

Build Your Own Buzzin' Bee House Workshop
2026-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Hudson City Hall, 1140 Terex Road, Hudson, OH, 44236, United States

Salamander and Frog Festival
2026-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Twinsburg Community Center, 10260 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
Look for our table at the Twinsburg Native Habitat Society’s Salamander and Frog Festival!

FREE Webinar | Nature Therapy: Finding Balance Through Pollinator Gardening
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86850938332
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Join Alyson Wakeen, wildlife biologist and certified shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) guide, for a FREE webinar on how connecting with nature can nurture both ecosystems and well-being.

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March into Spring: A Frogs, Flowers, and Fresh Air Hike
2026-03-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Liberty Park Pond Brook Conservation Area, 3973 E Aurora Road, Twinsburg, OH, 44087, United States
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Enjoy a 1.6-mile spring hike on Buttonbush Trail at Pond Brook Conservation Area in Liberty Park.
Join Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners and Open Trail Collective as we welcome spring with a guided 1.6-mile hike along the Buttonbush Trail at Pond Brook Conservation Area, part of Summit Metro Parks. Beginning at 10:00 AM on March 28, this relaxed-paced hike will explore wet woodland habitats as the season begins to awaken. While spring wildflowers may just be emerging, participants can expect to experience the sights and sounds of early spring including frogs calling from the wetlands.
The trail starts on a grassy, unpaved surface before transitioning to a wooden boardwalk that helps keep hikers above wetter, muddy areas. The route is approximately 1.6 miles and suitable for all ages and skill levels. Dogs permitted.
What to know before you go:

📍 Location: 3973 E. Aurora Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087 (parking and restrooms available onsite)
👟 Wear weather-appropriate clothing, including long pants/sleeves and waterproof hiking boots or shoes
💧 Bring a water bottle; bug spray and sunscreen as needed
🌿 Portions of the trail may be wet or muddy

Come enjoy fresh air, seasonal changes, and a peaceful spring walk through one of Summit County’s unique wetland landscapes.

Build Your Own Buzzin' Bee House - Native Bee Workshop
2026-03-31 18:00 - 19:30 | Aurora Library, 115 E Pioneer Trail, Aurora, 44202, United States
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Join TCWP for a FREE hands-on workshop exploring Ohio’s native bees and their role as pollinators. Participants will build a bee house for local cavity-nesting bees, learn about native pollinator plants, and receive native seed mixes to start a pollinator garden at home.
Capacity is limited to 10 bee houses (one per individual or one per couple/family). Observers are welcome and encouraged.
Important: Bee houses require annual maintenance. Please only take a bee house if you’re able to maintain it. Free replacement nesting materials will be provided for year two.

Stacey Faile Memorial Scholarship Due
2026-04-01 17:00

Mayors' and Local Leaders' Breakfast
2026-04-16 08:30 - 11:00

Global Youth Service Day - Maple Heights Pollinator Garden Installation
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:30
Interested in joining us for this event? Please contact Kylie at kylie@tinkerscreek.org.

Brecksville Broadview Heights Elementary School Earth Week
2026-04-20 11:00 - 2026-04-24 14:15

Mushroom Hunting 101
2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:00
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Curious about foraging wild mushrooms in Ohio? Join TCWP and Don King (the Mushroom Hunter) for a free webinar and learn the essentials of mushroom foraging in Ohio.

Solon Earth Day
2026-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Solon Community Garden, 6679 SOM Center Rd, Solon, 44139, United States
Learn more at https://www.solonohio.gov/1538/Earth-Day-2026

Build Your Own Buzzin' Bee House - Glenwillow
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00
Contact Lori Kovach @ 440-232-8788 to register

Join TCWP for a FREE hands-on workshop exploring Ohio’s native bees and their role as pollinators. Participants will build a bee house for local cavity-nesting bees, learn about native pollinator plants, and receive native seed mixes to start a pollinator garden at home.
Glenwillow Village Hall. 29555 Pettibone Rd. Glenwillow, OH 44319
April 27, 2026, 6-7:30pm
Capacity is limited to 10 bee houses (one per household). Observers are welcome and encouraged.
Important: Bee houses require annual maintenance. Please only take a bee house if you’re able to maintain it. Free replacement nesting materials will be provided for year two.
Contact Lori Kovach @ 440-232-8788 to register.

Build Your Own Buzzin' Bee House - Boston Heights
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:30 | 45 E Boston Mills Rd, 45 E Boston Mills Rd, Boston Heights, 44236
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Join TCWP for a FREE hands-on workshop exploring Ohio’s native bees and their role as pollinators. Participants will build a bee house for local cavity-nesting bees, learn about native pollinator plants, and receive native seed mixes to start a pollinator garden at home.
Boston Heights Village Hall
45 E Boston Mills Rd.
Hudson, OH
April 27, 2026, 6-7:30pm
Capacity is limited to 10 bee houses (one per household). Observers are welcome and encouraged.
Important: Bee houses require annual maintenance. Please only take a bee house if you’re able to maintain it. Free replacement nesting materials will be provided for year two.

Build Your Own Buzzin' Bee House Workshop - Twinsburg
2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Christ the King Lutheran Church, 10285 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg, 44087, United States
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Join TCWP for a FREE hands-on workshop exploring Ohio’s native bees and their role as pollinators. Participants will build a bee house for local cavity-nesting bees, learn about native pollinator plants, and receive native seed mixes to start a pollinator garden at home.
Christ the Kink Church. 10285 Ravenna Rd, Twinsburg, OH 44087
April 29, 2026, 6-7:30pm
Capacity is limited to 10 bee houses (one per household). Observers are welcome and encouraged.
Important: Bee houses require annual maintenance. Please only take a bee house if you’re able to maintain it. Free replacement nesting materials will be provided for year two.

Twinsburg Native Habitat Workshop and Plant Sale
2026-05-02 09:00 - 15:00
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Look for our table at the Twinsburg Native Habitat Association’s Native Habitat Workshop and Plant Sale!
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Ohio Stormwater Conference
2026-05-06 17:00 - 2026-05-08 12:00

Summit Metro Parks Native Plant Fest
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:00 | 521 South River Rd., Munroe Falls, OH, 521 South River Rd., Munroe Falls, 44242, United States
Look for the TCWP table at Summit Metro Park’s Native Plant Fest!

Northeast Ohio Adventure Fest
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00
Visit our table at the Northeast Ohio Adventure Fest!

Macedonia Rain Barrel Workshop
2026-05-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Macedonia Municipal Bus Garage, 9683 Valley View Road, Macedonia, OH, 44056, United States
Learn More and Register Here!

Foraged Feast Sponsorship
2026-05-21 18:00 - 21:00 | CLE Urban Winery, 2180 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights, 44118, United States
Join us for our 4th Annual Foraged Feast at CLE Urban Winery in Cleveland Heights, bringing together 75 guests for an exclusive evening of exceptional food, wine, and environmental awareness.
A limited number of spots are available for an interactive chef demonstration and tasting, featuring locally foraged ingredients—along with tips on how to incorporate wild foods into everyday meals. Renowned Executive Chef Ben Bebenroth of Spice Catering—a leader in farm, forest, and field-to-table cuisine—will craft a seasonal menu featuring locally foraged ingredients and invasive species, transforming them into a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
This zero-waste event will also feature engaging speakers and educational materials focused on the benefits of sustainable eating, responsible foraging, native plants, and waste reduction. Guests will learn how to repurpose food waste, support local ecosystems, and embrace a more sustainable way of living—all while enjoying an unforgettable culinary experience.
