
Recipes from the 2026 Summer Sampler
Interested in the recipes we used for the Sampler? Here they are! Learn how to make pesto, dairy-free ranch, and refrigerator dill pickles.

Level Up: Inside the Third Year of Eco3’s Video Game Development Course
Started in the summer of 2024 by one of our AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers with partners in Carlton County, this video game development course was made to create a fun and educational course for students interested in exploring computer science and to get them excited about game development.

Keeping It Fresh and Healthy: How We Wash and Pack Produce for LNPK Grocery
Ever wonder what happens between harvesting produce and giving it away at our Sidewalk Samples?
Here is a look behind the scenes at how the produce has been harvested and washed before being brought down for the sidewalk samples!

Harvesting Community: Summer Sampler Recap
The Eco3 Urban Farm community celebrated the summer harvest at the Summer Sampler! At the event, we had over 50 visitors who explored the farm, sampled fresh produce, and learned about the impact of the Food Corps volunteers.

New Staff Feature: Mary
Ecolibrium3 is very pleased to welcome our newest staff member, Mary Junnila! Former Executive Director at Lighthouse Center for Vital Living, Mary will be taking on the role of Director of Human Resources and Special Projects.

LNPK Grocery: Food on Shelves and the Importance of Accessibility
After hitting initial obstacles, we are in the home stretch to opening LNPK Grocery! As the finishing touches come together, it feels like the right moment to reflect on why this store matters.

Eco3 Receives AARP Grant for Technology Classes for Older Adults
Ecolibrium3 is thrilled to announce that we have been selected as a 2026 AARP Community Challenge grantee.

Summer at the Ecolibrium3 Urban Farm: Harvests, Events, and Pest Management
More than 140 pounds of fresh produce have been produced at the Ecolibrium3 Urban Farm over the last couple of weeks!

Eco3’s Energy Training Corps Offers Home Modifications and Weatherizations
Ecolibrium3’s Summer Energy Training Corps (ETC) crew has been hard at work since they arrived at the beginning of June.

Eco3 Hosts National Laboratory Researchers for Energy Project
Ecolibrium3 had the privilege of hosting a delegation of National Laboratory researchers from across the country as part of the Energy to Communities Project.

Summer Harvest Season at the Urban Farm!
From seeding to building, it is all happening here at the farm. Since our last update, over 90 trays of plants have been seeded at the farm!

Long Live Learning Campaign
This spring, we launched the Long Live Learning campaign, a four-week social media and community celebration spotlighting the incredible learning ecosystem.