Looking for a hands-on way to support Petaluma’s community gardens? Join Daily Acts for their Garden Steward Volunteer Days, where they provide ongoing care for local demonstration gardens while creating meaningful opportunities for community involvement. 🌿 What to ExpectThese are casual, small-group workdays (typically 1–5 volunteers) where they tackle seasonal garden needs. Tasks may include:✔️ Mulching, weeding, planting✔️ Pruning (excluding fruit trees)✔️ Irrigation fixes & garden assessments (staff-led)✔️ Fun projects like plant mapping, signage, or outreach Reach out to Daily Acts by email to emily@dailyacts.org or by phone at (707)789-9664.

Take a leisurely walk on the Dickson Trail at the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge. You’ll observe the current tidal marsh restoration area at the former Dickson Ranch in comparison to the older tidal marsh restoration at the Sonoma Baylands as you walk along the levee trail that separates them. Join Sonoma Land Trust and Ag + Open Space on the Bay! Level: Gentle

Get your hands dirty for a good cause—volunteer in the native plant garden and help pollinators thrive. Snacks provided! Help Laguna Environmental Center native plant garden flourish while connecting with community and nature. Volunteers play a vital role in keeping the Laguna Environmental Center beautiful and thriving. Typical tasks include planting, pruning, weeding, and spreading wood chips. The diverse landscape features native wildflowers, grasses, sedges, forbs, and trees, along with special highlights like a living willow tunnel in the Children’s Playscape, a scenic bridge over a swale, a tranquil pond, and an observation deck with sweeping views. No experience is…

Whether lake or ocean, aquatic environments teem with life. They can also become repositories for trash and be overrun by invasive species that threaten that life. Remove trash, and possibly invasive species, to keep our shoreline and aquatic ecosystem healthy for native species. Tools, gloves, materials, and refreshments provided. Registration required. Recommended that participants dress in layers, wear comfortable, closed toe hiking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen. Most programs will happen rain or shine, but may be canceled during heavy rains, heavy smoke, or extreme temperatures. Ages 13 and under require a parent or guardian present. Ages 14–17…

Do your part for clean water and a healthy ocean. The My Water Pledge is a friendly competition hosted by the Wyland Foundation between cities across the United States to see who can be the most water-wise. Mayors nationwide will challenge their residents to conserve water, energy and other natural resources on behalf of their city through a series of online pledges.  The Wyland Foundation is a non-profit public charity dedicated to clean water and healthy oceans. Take the pledge April 1 – 30, 2026 to be entered to win 100s of prizes. 30 Daily prizes will be drawn at…

There are positive, impactful actions you can take in your own garden and community to adapt to climate change. This talk offers concrete, achievable, science-based means to use in your own garden for carbon sequestration, food security, plant and animal habitat, and increased resilience in extreme weather and other climate change events. Registration is encouraged. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about attending the library talk.

Step right up for one of Petaluma’s most cherished traditions—the 2026 Petaluma Fair! This year’s theme, “Past, Present, and Future Luma,” celebrates our community’s rich heritage, the vibrant spirit of today, and the bright possibilities ahead. Experience the magic of the fairgrounds with livestock shows, still exhibits, thrilling rides, delicious local food, and family fun for all ages. From farm animals to fine arts, it’s a showcase of Petaluma pride—where our roots meet our future under the lights of Luma! Mark your calendars for June 18–21, 2026 — you won’t want to miss it! Have questions? Reach out to fair@cityofpetaluma.org.

Learn how we can protect our planet’s future at Cool Petaluma’s Future Fest.

Join Daily Acts on Wednesday, April 22nd (Earth Day!), to help install over 500 low-water use, habitat providing plants at City Hall’s newly transformed landscape. This planting day will be one of the final steps for City Hall to be a demonstration of a climate resilient garden! They’ll highlight the multiple water saving features that are installed on site and will discuss how you too could implement these practices into your own landscape while taking advantage of local rebates and resources.  Lunch will be provided for all volunteers—just bring your enthusiasm!

Do you have a small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair? Bring it to a Repair Fair hosted by Reuse Alliance! Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair many types of items. Please stay with your item while it’s being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself! If you’d like to bring an item to repair, please register the item here. (Pre-registering allows them to prepare for your item!) Alternatively, does fixing things sound like a fun way to spend a…

Spring is almost here: prepare for the warmer, high water use months by taking advantage of Free Water Use Surveys! Free Water Use Surveys are available in many water districts to help you determine how efficient your property is, guide you on reduction strategies and to connect you with money saving rebates. Trained staff will walk you through indoor and outdoor water efficiency checks to look for improvements that could save you water and money. This free service will help you track your water usage, use water more efficiently, and learn how to apply for money saving rebates. The program…