Join biologists, volunteer naturalists, and other prairie enthusiasts at Missouri Prairie Foundation’s 302-acre Shelton L. Cook Memorial Meadow in Golden City, MO to celebrate National Prairie Day (June 1), founded by the Missouri Prairie Foundation, and help biologists inventory plants, birds, butterflies, native bees, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and more. The weekend will also feature a […]
The City of Overland Park, KS is hosting an Electronics Recycling and Shredding event for its residents. Recycle your electronics (computers, TVs, phones, rechargeable batteries, stereos, etc.) and small appliances (microwaves, toasters, etc.) at this event. Documents for shredding will also be accepted for a suggested donation of $5 per box. It will be held […]
Composting is the process of transforming organic scraps into nutrient rich garden fertilizer and it can start in your own kitchen. Join the Missouri Department of Conservation to learn about composting basics. The class will discuss the science of decomposition, common household methods and provide tips for getting started as well as preventing unwanted wildlife […]
Recycle your broken and unwanted electronics in Parkville on Saturday, June 1 from 9 am - 12 pm. The event is open to the public. Almost anything with a cord or battery (working or not) is collected. Most items are recycled for free, with some exceptions. More information on items accepted and applicable fees is […]
Celebrate the newest garden addition to the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens — the Emily Dickinson Garden. Guests are invited to gather in the new garden space to enjoy a short speaking program, poetry reading, ribbon cutting, and acorn planting ceremony, followed by a light social on the Waterside Terrace. Admission to attend the […]
Grab your hiking boots and get ready for an adventure! Experience prairie blooms and butterflies firsthand on this guided naturalist walk. Deep Roots and Johnson County Parks and Recreation District are co-hosting the 2024 Guided Naturalist Walks. On Saturday, June 15, the series will visit the prairies of Shawnee Mission Park. Hike times include 8 […]
The Kansas City Library and BikeWalkKC are hosting a screening of the documentary The Street Project! This hour-long film discusses the rise in traffic violence that impacts pedestrians and cyclists, as well as offering some solutions. Following the film, BikeWalkKC will present on local issues and advocacy, as well as a panel discussion with other guests […]
Do you ever wonder whether the insects in your garden are helping or harming your plants? Join Kansas City Community Gardens for a free workshop on Friday, June 7 from 12 - 1 PM. Learn about the common insects found in our area so that you can identify garden pests as well as the beneficial […]
If it’s time to get rid of extra stuff at home, round up your unwanted — but still usable — household items, electronics and clothing, and donate everything to charities at Un-Dumpster Day. Re.Use.Full, a website that connects your used items with non-profit organizations that can rehome them, is hosting its next Un-Dumpster Day on Saturday, […]
Do you have a bicycle that is in need of a tune up? 816 Bike Collective will be at the Ivanhoe Farmers Market on Saturday, June 8th from 9 am-1 pm to help. They bring all the tools and will guide you through the process of minor repairs and maintenance. This is a free service, […]
Join Kansas City Community Gardens in the garden for a workshop on maintenance and care. Learn how to keep your garden weed-free and bountiful during the warm season months. The workshop will be held outside in the garden (weather permitting). Limited to 20 participants. To register, visit kccg.org.
Join the Missouri Department of Conservation for a Wild Edibles Hike near the Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area on the Little Blue Trace Trail. Participants will learn to forage for early summer wild edible plants. Bring your cameras, smart phones, ID books, and water bottle. Gather at the 24 Highway shelter house. There are no […]
See all 3 Climate Friendly Yard Makeover sites in one day and learn climate friendly strategies you can implement in your yard. Stop 1: 9:00 - 10:00 am ~ 245 SE Topaz, Lee's Summit, MO Stop 2: 10:30 - 11:30 am ~ 8001 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO Stop 3: 1:00 - 2:00 pm ~ […]
Learn to preserve your own food this summer with Food Preservation 101. Whether you are canning goods from your home garden or local farmers market, preserving can stretch the fruits of summer labor far into winter, for a fresh homegrown taste all year round. Preserving some of your own produce is not only a fun […]
Wonders of Discovery is a free event for all ages hosted annually by the Johnson County Extension Master Naturalists. Visitors will be greeted with beautiful gardens of blooming native plants filled with busy pollinators. There will be many exhibits on Kansas native plants, pollinators, and wildlife. Games and activities are planned for children, so this […]
Join WAY TO GO & Urban Hikes KC for a walking tour tracing the region’s transportation history from the River Market, Downtown, Quality Hill, & the Crossroads. Participants will hear about what’s in store for the future of transportation in the region & how understanding our region’s history can better prepare us for tomorrow. Apx […]
The garden party of the summer and premier networking event is back! Join the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park for an epic all-inclusive evening of fun, food, wine, live music and entertainment, fireworks, set in the gorgeous garden scenery of the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Proceeds from Stems: A Garden Soirée […]
In collaboration with Amy Bousman from the Kansas Department of Wildlife, take an urban foraging hike with KC Urban Hikes. Learn about safety while foraging & edible plants, their uses, and get to try them. You will also learn about Lewis & Clark's expedition, native peoples, and get a look at the confluence of the […]
Dive into the fascinating world of Kansas City's fountains and uncover tales of the city's social and environmental evolution with author Amahia Mallea at the Kansas City Public Library on June 26. Author and environmental historian, Mallea will share insights from her book, A River in the City of Fountains: An Environmental History of Kansas […]
Join a conversation about navigating climate anxiety with Bill McKibben featuring KC's Sami Aaron, founder of The Resilient Activist How can intergenerational connections help us navigate our struggle and anxiety around climate change? Join CoGenerate, Climate Mental Health Network, and Third Act for an interactive workshop about how intergenerational engagement, from Generation Alpha to the […]