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Tour participants checking out the irrigation from the Laundry-to-Landscape Greywater System on a tour in Petaluma last month. |
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Dear Daily Actor, This April, Earth Month serves as a reminder of the vital role each of us plays in taking action to create a more equitable and climate-resilient future. We are excited to share some updates from the field on several dozen upcoming installations that are growing our community resilience. 🌱 |
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Last week, we hosted a community input session at Sunrise Park to share about the upcoming garden installation and hear feedback on our draft designs. If you live near Sunrise Park in Petaluma, it’s not too late to share your thoughts by taking our survey! We are excited to move forward with this next public demonstration garden as a part of our Land Resilience Partnership (LRP) program in collaboration with Occidental Arts and Ecology Center, Sonoma RCD and Petaluma Bounty. |
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Additionally, our team will be completing thirty more residential installations this year, including lawn conversions, rainwater catchment, and laundry-to-landscape greywater systems. If you are interested in receiving a free landscape design or low-to-no cost installation, now is your last chance to apply with applications closing this month on April 30th. Whether you are lending a hand at a community planting day, growing your climate-resilient skillset, or speaking up for a cause close to your heart, every action you take today counts towards making the change we wish to see in the world tomorrow a reality. We hope you will join us at one of our upcoming events to celebrate Earth Day, every day! 🌍🧡 With gratitude,
Jess Gallagher
Programs Manager P.S - We are still seeking a passionate person to join our fun and enthusiastic team! Learn more about the Programs Coordinator role below. |
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 | Earth Day is more than just a day to reflect on the beauty of our planet—it’s a call to action. It’s an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the world we all share. We have lots of opportunities to take action coming up! |
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Garden Stewards Volunteer Workdays
Every First Fridays & Third Tuesdays • 9:30am - 12:00pm • Petaluma Looking for a hands-on way to get involved in Petaluma, or a regular volunteer opportunity? Join our Garden Steward Volunteer Days to provide ongoing care for our demonstration gardens while being a part of meaningful opportunities for community involvement. |
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Wildscaping for Birds and Other Wildlife
Saturday, April 5th • 10:00am - 12:00pm • Petaluma
Curious how to create habitat for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife? This program lead by Native Songbird Care and Conservation founder, Veronica Bowers, will teach you how to design landscapes and choose plants that support thriving ecosystems. |
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Trathen Speaking at Water Conference of the West
Thursday, April 10th • 9:00am - 4:00pm • Anaheim Daily Acts' Founder & Executive Director Trathen Heckman will be speaking at an upcoming workshop as part of a Danish-Californian dialogue on water efficiency and loss prevention. He'll share about Daily Acts' unique approach to water conservation through community-based landscape transformations. |
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Coffee Hour on Legacy Giving
Thursday, May 1st • 10:00am - 11:00am • Petaluma Considering how to include charitable giving in your estate plans? Join Daily Acts' Founder & Executive Director, Trathen Heckman, and Mark P. Dunn, financial advisor at Edward Jones, for a relaxed and informative coffee hour where you'll learn about legacy giving and how you can make a lasting impact. |
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Digging Deep! Soil Health and Climate Change
Saturday, May 3rd • 9:30am - 12:00pm • Sebastopol What if the key to combating climate change lies beneath our feet? Join us at Singing Frogs Farm for Digging Deep, an inspiring morning tour and discussion to explore the essential connection between soil health, carbon sequestration, and a sustainable future. |
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Eco-Friendly Garden Tour: A Tour within a Tour!
Saturday, May 10th • 10:00am - 12:30pm • Petaluma Want to find garden inspiration in local spaces? Join us on a walking tour through East Petaluma neighborhoods! From growing food and habitat, to reusing water and upcycled barrels, this tour will highlight the ways that we can live a rich and full lifestyle while having a positive impact on the environment. |
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Bioswales & Hügelkultur Workshop Thusday, May 15th • 5:30pm - 7:30pm • Petaluma Daily Acts is thrilled to be joined by members of the Regenerative Education Alliance (REA) student intern program for an evening of learning, inspiration, and youth leadership at this hands-on water retention workshop to learn about bioswales and hügelkulturs! |
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Volunteer Sheet Mulching Day at Tahola Lane Pocket Park
Thursday, May 22nd • 9:30am - 3:30pm • Petaluma We are revitalizing the Tahola Lane Pocket Park to make it a more inviting, beautiful, and usable space for all. Please join us for a fun day of sheet mulching and community building! Lend a hand to help us prepare the site for future planting while learning more about sustainable gardening practices. |
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| |  | Building a foundation of Legacy supporters is vital to the future of Daily Acts, as it will provide the deep roots needed to grow and thrive for generations to come. You can make a lasting impact on our communities by joining our Legacy Circle and including Daily Acts in your will. |
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"If climate change is going to be addressed, it's going to be done by people working at a scale where they can see the influence of what they're doing. My hope would be that Daily Acts is seen as a model that teaches others in California, and perhaps even beyond. That's because I love what Daily Acts does and what it can become.”
-Bruce Hartsough |
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 | Daily Acts is hiring! Join our fun and enthusiastic team of change-makers: |
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Programs Coordinator: Do you want to learn about and educate others on water saving actions like water-wise gardens, rainwater catchment and greywater? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and get a little dirty? We are looking for someone who is organized, passionate, and ready to build community one garden a time.
40 hours/week | $25-$28 hourly |
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Sonoma Wild Music Festival
Saturday, June 7th • 1:00pm - 9:00pm • Rohnert Park Enjoy incredible music, environmental information booths (including Daily Acts) and presentations, an eclectic assortment of crafters, food vendors, ART, and more! A portion of the proceeds will benefit local environmental organizations. We hope to see you there! |
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