ART CONNECTS COMMUNITY

Art Connects Community is an open invitation for artists across the St. Croix Valley to share their creative vision of a world where we all thrive. Selected works will be displayed online and in the community to spark conversations, build connections, and inspire a more resilient future. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

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HOW WE WORK

Through citizen activism, we act on local projects, programs, and events to make Stillwater green, sustainable, and resilient. We address everything from environmental to economic to social issues.

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JOIN US

SSMN is filled with friendly, inclusive, and welcoming individuals, so join a team today! Serve on our board, volunteer in a workgroup, become a Green Business, or support our work by donating.

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STAY CURRENT

Stay current with the latest news and updates from SSMN! Our monthly newsletters cover our workgroup initiatives, upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, sustainability news, and more.

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ATTEND EVENTS

We host mulitple free events through the year for community members to get involved with environmental stewardship, learn about sustainability and climate solutions, and explore alternative transportation.

Upcoming Events

Latest News

Kelsey Depew’s Communications Journey with Sustainable Stillwater MN

Kelsey Depew has been a guiding force behind Sustainable Stillwater MN since 2018—transforming our communications, building digital systems, and bringing our mission to life with clarity and heart. As she steps fully into her staff role, we honor the legacy she’s helped create.

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Trinity Lutheran Church to Install EV Charging Stations: A Milestone for Sustainable Transportation in Downtown Stillwater

We’re excited to support Trinity Lutheran Church in their efforts to install four electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in its south parking lot, becoming the first public EV chargers near downtown Stillwater. This project is not just about infrastructure—it’s a powerful example of community-led climate action.

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Sustainable Stillwater MN Brings Green Focus to 2025 Farmers Market Season

This past Saturday, Leslie Frick repped the SSMN Green Business Directory at the Farmers Market — and helped spread the word about Washington County’s Food Scraps Pickup Program! It’s an easy way to reduce waste and help our planet.

5 days ago1 min read

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~ Eckhart Tolle

"The power for creating a BETTER FUTURE is contained in the present moment:

You create a good future by creating a good present."