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Building toward a better future & environmental justice in Minneapolis by converting the Roof Depot warehouse into an indoor urban farm & community hub 🌱 A project stewarded by East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI)
Learn more: linktr.ee/epnifarm 🌻

08/18/2026

We're finally building at the Roof Depot urban farm!

First step is to lay down new ground. Our volunteers and apprentices are busy processing wood chips, and we need YOUR help.

Want to learn about power tools and build a healthier future in your community? 🪚

Know of places that could donate large lumber?🪵

Need a new workout routine? 🏋🏽‍♀️

RSVP at the link and volunteer with us or message [email protected] for lumber leads 👋

08/17/2026

🌻 The next Seed Sunset is September 9, RSVP now!

We had a blast last week with the Seed Sunset x Skillshare Workshops led by apprentices, from beekeeping to power tools.

Over 20 neighbors came out to learn, connect with each other, tend to the urban farm, and harvest some melons to share 🍉

Bring a friend to our next free workshop event and RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrYRn3DhZQGyKfSC_zNnIeDh6_0wJ-Z9Uama45xlrwA3cL-A/viewform?usp=header

08/11/2026

We need wood to build the Roof Depot urban farm!

🌳 If you've got leads on large timber or wood 1-6 inches in diameter for woodchip shredding, drop us an email at [email protected]

If you're interested in wood processing and volunteer days at the Roof Depot, RSVP here: https://forms.gle/WNVCbqiJrUfASqKPA

08/03/2026

Our free after school program is just around the corner, starting September 3 until October 29.

✅ Registration is open: epnifarm.org/education-program

The program will show where our comes from, how plants are domesticated, and how to and process food and medicinal from our urban farms.

📢 Would you be able to pick-up a few flyers from our offices and post them around town at community spaces or share with other parents of 10-16 year olds you know?

If you can help, email [email protected] with the subject line "Fall Camp Volunteer."

07/29/2026

Our August Seed Sunset is extra special! This free event is being paired with a variety of skillsharing workshops led by EPNI Woodworking and Farm Apprentices

Join us on Wednesday, August 12 from 5:30-7:30 PM at the East Phillips Community Garden (2428 17th Ave S, Minneapolis) for a fun way to learn introductory safety and handling with power tools, plus .

🍉 We’ll have to share and time to connect with neighbors. This is a family-friendly event!

🐝 RSVP and bring your friends: www.epnifarm.org/events-news/seed-sunsets-skillshare-workshops

07/27/2026

EDIT: Due to the grief of Karen’s passing, we are postponing the Will Allen event to spring 2027. We are still in planning and if you or your organization would like to be part of the event, please email [email protected]

In honor of Karen Clark and WEI’s enduring partnership with farmer-mentor Will Allen, WEI will host the 16th Annual Will Allen Farmer Training Weekend this September. Please save the dates for September 26th & 27th. We'll host the event as usual at WEI's Amador Hill Farm & Orchard just outside North Branch MN.

Right now, we seek people to help put on the event. do you feel moved to help us make this an event Karen would be proud of? Contact Alma to be involved: [email protected].
We are in need of instructors, volunteer event managers, and funding to bring youth from the metro to the farm. Email Alma with your interest!

East Phillips Neighborhood Institute - EPNI
Zero Burn Coalition
Littleearth Urbanfarm
East Phillips Improvement Coalition
Minneapolis American Indian Center
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table

07/22/2026

Planting Knowledge Summer Camp is full of food, play, and learning!

The last two weeks, students have been learning about plant science and ecology, while spending time outdoors and visiting the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden 🌼

We've also had a blast cooking with garden harvests like pizza day with dough generously donated from Northern Fires Pizza and soup day with amazing bread provided by Brake Bread 🥖🥬🍕

Bring your kids to the next Seed Sunset on August 12 for a good time!

07/15/2026

🌝 SAVE THE DATE: HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL 2026 🧺

The third annual event returns on Saturday, September 26 from 11 AM - 4 PM at Cedar Field Park! Join us for a celebration of and victories.

This year is particularly special now that the purchase agreement for the Roof Depot is advancing. Our annual festivities are a chance to uplift all the local initiatives happening in East Phillips, Minneapolis, and beyond.

All are welcome to this free event, put on by and for the community. There will be food, live art and performances, skill-sharing activities, and resources from several local groups for all ages.

We need you to make this happen.

Please complete this form to indicate your involvement interest as a , community (vendor, tabling, activity host), , , or something else: https://www.epnifarm.org/events-news/harvest-moon-2026

07/09/2026

Rain or shine, apprentices are out here!

This summer, we're hosting nine apprentices across our Education and Farm programs.

Apprentices gain exposure to a variety of professional development skills, from wood working to agriculture to program management.

We're so proud of the work they're doing to nurture our urban farm sites, support youth summer camps, plus map out the Roof Depot parking lot urban farm infrastructure.

Stay tuned for an apprentice-led workshop coming up later this month!

07/02/2026

Seed Sunsets (formerly Seed Saturdays) are a wonderful opportunity for youth and adults alike to learn gardening skills, slow down in a welcoming learning setting, and connect with neighbors.

Instructions will be provided for activities, there will be tasks for all different abilities. You are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty and to bring a water bottle.

Seed Sunsets will be hosted monthly on the 2nd Wednesday starting on July 8 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the East Phillips Community Garden (2428 17th Ave S, Minneapolis).

We'll have snacks and limited work gloves available. No prep is needed.

📩 Please RSVP for our free, monthly events: https://forms.gle/XDeG15jMFkYDHJYQ6

** We're switching from bi-weekly Saturday events to monthly week night events based on attendance patterns and to support our team & apprentices' capacity. Thanks for understanding! **

Address

1860 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN
55407

Website

https://linktr.ee/epnifarm

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