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Upcoming events in Kansas City and surrounding areas.

Deep Roots Lunch & Learn – Cedar Niles Park – 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, April 4th, the series will feature the trails at Cedar Niles Park in […]

Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway – Missouri Dept. of Conservation

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center 1401 NW Park Rd, Blue Springs, MO, United States

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is holding an Arbor Day Tree Seedling Giveaway from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, April 5 and 6, at the Burr Oak Woods Nature Center in Blue Springs. Each family or group may receive one redbud or black walnut seedling to plant in their yard. […]

Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway – Overland Park

In celebration of Arbor Day, the City of Overland Park and the Legacy of Greenery Committee will be handing out free tree and shrub seedlings to Overland Park residents at the following locations: Thompson Park, 8045 Santa Fe Drive Tomahawk Ridge Community Center, 11902 Lowell Avenue Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 8909 W. 179th […]

Eat Local & Organic Expo

johnson county community college 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, United States

Kick off farmers market season at the Eat Local & Organic Expo! Shop with more than 30 KC Food Circle™ farmers who pledge to meet high standards for growing plants and mushrooms, beekeeping and raising animals. Attendees can talk directly with farmers as they sign up for weekly farm shares, buy transplants for their gardens, […]

Free

Gardeners Connect Free Speaker Series

Merriam Community Center 6040 Slater St, Merriam, KS, United States

In April, a lily expert from the top ranks of the North American lily world is coming to Kansas City to discuss the delight and wonder of growing lilies. Art Evans from Gravette, Ark., plans to present a program titled, Lily Addiction: Not That Bad, Really! He plans to talk about the magnetic attraction of […]

Free

Botanical Survey at Stable M

Learn how to identify plants, explore different habitats, and see how many species you can find with the help of the iNaturalist app. Botanical Belonging has partnered with a nearby 73-acre property called Stable M to launch a year-long series of botanical surveys aimed at teaching plant identification skills and fostering greater appreciation of a […]

Guided Nature Walk at Cedar Niles Park

Cedar Niles Park Clare Road Trailhead 12650 South Clare Road, Olathe, KS, United States

Grab your hiking boots and get ready for an adventure. Join nature enthusiasts for a woodland walk at Cedar Niles Park with a naturalist. Expert guest speakers from Johnson County Parks and Recreation will share how their natural resource management practices have supported this woodland ecosystem. Deep Roots naturalist and self-proclaimed "native plant nerd", Cydney […]

Brookside Farmers Market

HJ’s Community Center 6425 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Brookside Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 am - 12 pm. To plan your visits, you can subscribe to its weekly harvest reports to find what farmers and vendors are attending.

Appliance Recycling + Shredding Event – Overland Park, KS

Indian Woods Middle School 9700 Woodson, Overland Park, KS, United States

Residents of Overland Park, KS can recycle large appliances (refrigerators, ovens, air conditioners, etc.) at no cost at this event. Small appliances and electronics (televisions, computers, etc.) will NOT be accepted. Documents for shredding will also be accepted for a suggested donation of $5 per box.

Healthy Yards Expo

Shawnee Civic Centre 13817 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, MO, United States

Make greener choices for your yard and home at the Healthy Yards Expo, a free earth-friendly lawn and garden event. Discover simple practices for achieving a nice yard while still protecting our water, air, and healthy soils. The Healthy Yards Expo features businesses, non-profits, seminars, and tips to help residents become greener in their lawn […]

Native Plants at Noon – Virtual

The April Native Plants at Noon event is going on the road to the Maple Woods Natural Area. This mature maple and oak forest is recognized by the National Park Service as a significant Natural Area in Gladstone, Missouri. Learn with Missouri Department of Conservation experts why it is a popular spring destination to view […]

Linger Over Breakfast Series: Healing the Universe One Plant at a Time

St. Teresa’s Academy 5600 Main St., Kansas City, MO, United States

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Linger Over Breakfast series will feature, Healing the Universe One Plant at a Time...our next steps, on Saturday, April 20 at St. Teresa’s Academy. Its 2024 series theme is, Care for our Common Home. Want to enjoy beautiful butterflies, delicious vegetables, fabulous flowers all in your backyard, and […]

$20