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Life Lab: Lawn-Free and River-Friendly

with St. Johns Riverkeeper

Grow your own garden or small business and take control of your health, career, and personal finances with FREE help from local, trained professionals!

About: Interested in ditching a traditional lawn and going with something a little more ecofriendly? St. Johns Riverkeeper’s got you covered! Join us to learn some environmentally friendly lawn alternatives and how you can incorporate them into your landscape. 

St. Johns Riverkeeper Mission: To defend the St. Johns River and advocate for its protection. St. Johns Riverkeeper is a privately-funded, independent and trusted voice for the St. Johns River and the public to whom it belongs. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and rely on the support of our members, donors, and volunteers to accomplish our mission.

Register to save your seat. Registration must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN are required for registration. If you do not have a card, click HERE to obtain one.

Registered seats may be forfeited at start of program. 

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at (904) 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.

Get ready with a few titles from the library!

Lawn Gone! Low-Maintenance, Sustainable, Attractive Alternatives for Your Yard by Pam Penick

Beautiful No-Mow Yards: 50 Amazing Lawn Alternatives by Evelyn J. Hadden

Covering Ground: Unexpected Ideas for Landscaping with Colorful, Low-Maintenance Ground Covers by Barbara W. Ellis

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