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 […]
This fall, Quixotic presents Terra Luna | A Light & Sound Experience, enticing you to take a wild journey through the moonlit gardens! Encounter dancers, musicians, aerial acrobatics, immersive art displays, photo ops, and adventure along the magical garden path. Tickets are available for two magical weekends only, September 12-15 & 19-22. Tickets are limited […]
Puppets a Glow-Go is back for its fifth year of free family fun at the National WWI Museum and Memorial. This year the event also features the new Handmade Parade for the Planet and Festival. Puppets A Glow-Go Event The popular Puppets A Glow event features dozens of giant puppets, aerialists, and glow performers for […]
Connect with local experts this Saturday on solar, composting, organic food, energy efficiency, biking, electronic recycling, native plants, climate change, and more at the free Go Green 2024! fair. The event features an impressive lineup of over 30 local exhibitors and education sessions with resources to live more sustainably. The environmental fair will held in Mission, KS […]
Explore old-growth prairies bursting with life and whimsical oak/hickory woodlands with historic stone wall features. Experience nature first-hand during our Guided Naturalist Walk with Deep Roots and Johnson County Parks and Recreation District. Lexington Lake is a mixture of water, prairie, and woodland habitats. Located in DeSoto, Kansas, this 465-acre park features oak/hickory woodland and […]
Visit Colonial Garden's Alpaca Brunch! Get ready to enjoy a farm to table meal then cuddle with alpacas. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, have fun, and connect with nature. The Farm to Table kitchen features seasonal fresh fruit, quiche made with its chicken eggs, pastries and more! While savoring your meal, you'll have the […]
