Whether you are interested in reducing your water bill or supporting pollinators, there are alternatives to growing and maintaining typical turfgrass lawns. The topic for the August K-State Garden Hour webinar is, Establishing a More Sustainable Lawn. Dr. Sharon Ashworth, Douglas County Horticulture Agent, will discuss reducing the water, herbicides, and fertilizers used on fescue […]
Join Powell Gardens for a nature-inspired watercolor class. Paint the waterlilies found in Powell Gardens’ Marlese Lowe Gourley Island Garden! Students will walk from the Visitor Center through several garden areas and immerse themselves in the beauty of the water gardens and aquatic plants. Students will also visit the Fountain Garden to create more plein air […]
Take a virtual hike with experts from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) to view treasured native landscapes throughout Missouri. This monthly series features a live look at native plants of interest throughout the year. You will learn helpful tips for your native garden and be inspired by unique natural spaces to explore throughout the […]
Hear from leading manufacturers on how electric vehicles are boosting Kansas City's economy The switch to electric vehicles means more for our region than just lower emissions and environmental benefits. Hear directly from top leadership at Ford, Panasonic, and others about how Kansas City is stepping up to this moment and what that means for […]
Join KC Community Gardens for the upcoming free workshop, Extending the Garden Season. Just because we have had frost and hard freezes that should not prevent you from growing food. Many cool season crops can grow well into the winter with a little protection from the elements. Learn what crops grow best and how to […]
Missouri is part of the great central hardwood forest and has more than 160 native tree species. Almost half of those species are featured right here at the Discovery Center. Join an informative nature walk as we identify and learn about many of the trees in our native landscape. Make your own tree journal featuring […]
Get ready to immerse yourself in a blooming paradise at the Colonial Gardens End of Summer Flower Festival. This event celebrates the beauty of nature and all things floral. Walk among fresh flower fields to cut & design your own arrangements* or visit the flower crown workshop to build a one of a kind creation*. […]
On the third Sunday of the month (May – September), Powell Gardens welcomes dogs! You and your furry friend are invited to spend the day strolling and sniffing the gardens. As Kansas City’s botanical garden, Powell Gardens celebrates the Midwest spirit of place with display gardens, a three-mile nature trail, rotating exhibitions, architecture, and more. […]
Wine lovers and animal lovers unite! The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium has the only event in town where you can enjoy a summer evening of both at Wine Walk for Wildlife! Guests will stroll through the topside of the Zoo (excluding Africa), sip and savor 40 different types of wine, enjoy a variety of […]
De-clutter and do good when you donate your gently used clothing, furniture, toys, books and other household items at the next Un-Dumpster Day on Saturday, September 7, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lot C at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Hosted by Re.Use.Full, this free event benefiting KC-area nonprofits will also feature document-shredding […]
As more and more harmful litter shows up in our oceans, an effort is underway to clean up the Kansas River hundreds of miles upstream, and it is seeking your help. The Kansas nonprofit, Friends of the Kaw, organizes events to tackle local pollution impacting our waterways including the 1st Annual One KC Kansas River Cleanup. […]
Farm Fest at Common Ground is a free, family-friendly block party held at KC Farm School’s 14-acre urban farm. The popular community celebration and block party features an impressive lineup of local music, vendors, makers, resources, and growers. Activities will include free food, farm tours, bounce houses, fun workshops, face painting, a cardboard village, chalk […]
