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Upcoming events in Kansas City and surrounding areas.

22nd Annual Eagle Days

Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library 4051 West Dr., Kansas City, KS, United States

The 22nd Annual Eagle Days is a free, family-friendly event at Wyandotte County Lake and the Mrs. & Mrs. FL Schlagle Library featuring live birds of prey, including a bald eagle, crafts for kids, birdwatching on the lake, binocular checkout, activity stations on the trail, and more. Operation Wildlife will be offering three 15-minute talks […]

KC Eco-Org Networking Event

Westport Plexpod Commons 300 E. 39th St., Kansas City, MO, United States

Missouri Coalition for the Environment is hosting its fourth KC Eco-Org Networking Event. This event is intended to bring individuals representing various environmental, sustainability, and conservation organizations together to network and build relationships amongst one another, to have a space to share current events within your organization and to ask for assistance in spreading the […]

Regional Landfill Capacity Study – Public Meeting

MCC-Longview Campus - Education Center 500 SW Longview Rd, Lee's Summit, MO, United States

In January 2024, MARC concluded a study, led by Burns & McDonnell, to forecast regional landfill capacity. The study is intended to inform solid waste planning, programming and permitting activities at the state, regional and local levels and to serve as a prelude to a future regional solid waste plan. This public meeting is an […]

Night at the Arboretum

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, KS, United States

Join the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens for a celestial evening to celebrate the full Wolf Moon. Experience the enchantment of the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens under the moonlit sky and witness the moon cast its luminous glow on the surroundings. The Astronomical Society of Kansas City will provide telescopes for a […]

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Fruit Trees & Berry Bushes Workshop

Kansas City Community Gardens 6917 Kensington Ave., Kansas City, United States

Kansas City Community Gardens (KCCG) is hosting a free workshop on selecting fruit trees and berry bushes. Add fruit to your garden or learn more about the best fruit varieties for our area. The workshop will discuss the fruit plant varieties offered by KCCG as well as basic fruit planting techniques. In addition to in-person […]

Winter Prairie Walk at Jerry Smith Park

Jerry Smith Prairie Park 139th & Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Resilient Activist is hosting a free winter prairie walk at the Jerry Smith Prairie Park. Trail Length: 1.4 miles Estimated Walk Time: 60-90 minutes  Ages 12+ Highlights for the walk: The trail loops through 360 acres of native Missouri tallgrass prairie. The winter prairie can be both bleak and beautiful. It’s subject to biting wind […]

Name that Critter! – Virtual

We may not always see animals, but they sure do leave us signs! Learn to recognize animal tracks, scat, and more in this free virtual program. Hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation, the program is geared towards the young and old alike. A virtual link will be sent to you via email the week […]

Wassailing in the Orchard

Colonial Gardens 27610 East Wyatt Rd., Blue Springs, MO, United States

Colonial Gardens is celebrating the age-old tradition of Wassailing in the Orchard. Step into the magic of winter to express gratitude to the orchard trees for their delicious bounty and offer blessings for a fruitful harvest in the upcoming year. Event Highlights: Wassail Walk: Embark on a delightful journey through the orchard, where we'll raise our […]

Selecting and Planting Fruit Trees for Kansas – Virtual

Discover the best fruit tree selections for Kansas, varieties to be on the lookout for, and how to go about planting and caring for them during the K-State Garden Hour series. Rebecca McMahon, Local Food System Program Administrator, and Anthony Reardon, Johnson County Horticulture - Small Farms Agent will lead a free virtual class.

Parenting in the Climate Crisis – Virtual

Learn strategies to help your family navigate the climate crisis while caring for yourself in the process - event hosted in part by the Climate Psychology Alliance, Moms Clean Air Force, and Climate Mental Health Network. How can parents help their children navigate the emotional and physical impacts of the climate crisis? How can parents […]

Native Plants for Continuous Blooms – Virtual

The Missouri Prairie Foundation is hosting a free Grow Native! webinar about succession planting. It is arguably every gardener’s dream to have plants in bloom from spring through fall in their native gardens. Presenters Alix Daniel and Cydney Ross will share their knowledge and expertise on how to keep the native wildflower blooms popping through […]

Deep Roots Lunch & Learn – Keystone Species – Virtual

Join Deep Roots each first Thursday at 12pm CST to learn best management practices for large landscapes. Working with landowners, natural resource managers, and conservationists across the Midwest, this series tells the story of native habitat stewardship and restoration efforts. On Thursday, February 1st, the series will feature, Keystone Species with Sarah Beier. Join native […]