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One of the great things about New Orleans is there is never a shortage of something to do. The weather is supposed to be great all weekend long. Why not grab your loved ones and get in touch with Mother Earth. Here’s a few hand-picked Live Green Orleans ideas to connect you with the earth, and do some good for the community.

What is a rain garden? Simply put, a rain garden is designed to capture rainfall as it flows in a runoff through your yard, then stores that water in its roots for nourishment, thus intercepting and removing pollutants (fertilizers, pesticides, soil, oil, grease, even feces and urine) before returning it to the water cycle.

Below programs are held at the Parkway Partners Greenhouse: 1137 Baronne Street, 70113 Corner of Clio and Baronne Streets. Gates open at 9 a.m. and close at noon, with a speaker at 10 a.m.