Get ready to roll up your sleeves, St. Paul—the city's annual Earth Day cleanup is back this Saturday. Locals will converge across the city from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the 38th annual Citywide Spring Cleanup, with the dual purpose of beautifying their neighborhoods and paying homage to planet Earth. The event is an open call for volunteers of every age to partner with city staff and various organizations, ensuring a day of community-driven environmental stewardship.

Those looking to join in need not preregister; 33 kickoff locations throughout Saint Paul will welcome volunteers on the morning of April 20. These sites, ranging from community churches and breweries to parks and business districts, will supply participants with the necessary gear to tackle the winter's accumulated debris. Among the spots are locations like Awaken Community Church and the Phalen Picnic Pavilion, where folks can get their hands on bags and gloves, as reported by a statement from the City of Saint Paul.

This cleanup initiative is more than a simple beautification effort; it underlines the strong sense of community and shared responsibility among Saint Paul residents. The gesture not only promotes visual appeal but also safeguards the environmental health of the city. Saint Paul Parks and Recreation, paired with the Public Works Department and other local entities, has been significant in orchestrating this volunteer operation, as per a release on the city's official site.

Notably, the Saint Paul Parks and Recreation department has garnered national recognition, boasting a gold medal award-winning status and an accolade as the #2 City Park System in the United States by the Trust for Public Land's ParkScore® in 2023. This large-scale cleanup event, therefore, is a testament to their ongoing commitment to maintaining the city's reputation. Information on the event and its participating locations can be sourced from the city's website, where interested individuals are encouraged to learn more about the scheduled cleanups.