CASSOPOLIS — The Rain Garden Natural Shoreline workshop will be hosted from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20 at the Jefferson Township Hall located at 24725 Jefferson Center St.

Paul Sniadecki, local water resource expert, will address stormwater management and introduce the benefits of natural shorelines. Local business owner Darren Williamson of North Star Landscape will present basic landscaping design of rain gardens and landscaping tips for stormwater management, sharing his years of experience working with lakeshore properties.

Jared Foster of St. Joseph County’s Native Connections will extend the presentation with more information on specific native plants, proper plant selection advice and more experiences related to landscaping design will be shared. 

Attendenees can RSVP at (269) 445-8641 x 5. A light meal will be available and donations will be accepted to help cover cost.