 Hope you can join us! 💛
We’re excited to participate in New Brighton Beautification Day on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 12 PM – 5 PM! This is a free community event for all ages with planter unveilings, giveaways (yes, free pizza 🍕), snacks, music, and a closing celebration at Snug Harbor. 🌱 Let’s come together to show love to our neighborhood and help keep New Brighton beautiful! 📍 Meet us at 12 PM at North Shore Esplanade, Richmond Terrace & Westervelt Avenue for the kickoff. See the flyer above for full details—we’d love to see you there!
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