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Save the Date: Gulf Coast Green 2018
Save the Date: Gulf Coast Green 2018
@ Rice University Bioscience Research Collaborative
Jun 1 all-day
 Gulf Coast Green Symposium and Expo 2018 continues to bring like-minded green building professionals together to experience next-generation sustainable and resilient building solutions.  Gulf Coast Green 2018 Symposium and Green Expo June 1, 2018 Rice BioScience Research Collaborative 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005 After 12 successful years, Gulf Coast Green Symposium and Expo has proven to be the leading...
Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 1 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Spring Creek Nature Trail Ribbon Cutting
9:00 am
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
Children’s Story Hour
10:00 am
Children’s Story Hour
@ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Jun 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
.jpg) Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home. For more information, visit hermannpark.org.
The Future Price of Oil: A Perspective
11:30 am
The Future Price of Oil: A Perspective
@ Wyndham Houston West Energy Corridor
Jun 1 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
 There is no registration fee. The lunch menu is buffet style, and the South Texas Section subsidizes lunch cost by $5 per attendee. STS members as well as non-members are welcome to attend. They only request that you pre-register at the STS-AIChE.org website so they can get an accurate head count for the restaurant.
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2018 Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) Course
2018 Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) Course
@ Blackwood Educational Land Institute
Jun 2 – Jun 5 all-day
 BE BETTER PREPARED FOR AN EMERGENCY! Recognizing life-threatening medical symptoms for kids and adults is crucial for any parent, professional or concerned citizen. As outdoor educators and farmers at Blackwood Land, we believe this knowledge is invaluable whether you live in an urban area or leading a trip into the wilderness. In this course, offered by the prestigious Wilderness Medical...
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 2 all-day
 The Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center has a diverse spread of fun and educational summer programs lined up from May to August. Check out their website and summer schedule for more information.
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
8:00 am
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
@ Church of the Holy Apostles
Jun 2 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
This the same market that you knew as The LaCenterra Farmers Market! The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway gives local vendors and farmers a place to come together and celebrate good, hard, honest work – the work done by the hands of our neighbors. Come out and help us grow. Interested in becoming a Vendor? Â Download the application. Please the...
Woodlands Farmers Market
8:00 am
Woodlands Farmers Market
@ Grogan's Mill Center
Jun 2 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
 The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill was established in 2008 as “The Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market,†a weekly community event sponsored by the Grogan’s Mill Village Association. The Market is open Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm at the Grogan’s Mill Center. The market typically closes only one Saturday during the year, the Saturday between Christmas and New Year’s...
Heights Epicurean Farmers Market
8:30 am
Heights Epicurean Farmers Market
@ Grace United Methodist Campus
Jun 2 @ 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
 Farmer’s Markets are the alternative to the corporate store-house. Heights Epicurean’s farmers are dedicated to chemical-free, sustainable farming methods including humane aminal treatment, using Texas products in Texas. On the first Saturday of each month, everyone in the Heights Epicurean Farmers Market community reconvenes, pops up their tents, and joins the Greater Heights Community for some fun in the sunshine! Grace...
National Trails Day at Memorial Park
8:30 am
National Trails Day at Memorial Park
@ Memorial Park Conservancy Trail Head/Dog Wash Station
Jun 2 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
 National Trails Day at Memorial Park Come celebrate Houston’s hometown trails! There will be activities for the kids, booths from local trail organizations, and food trucks. Participate in a volunteer burst at 9 am and/or 10:30 am to get a taste for what it takes to manage Memorial Park Conservancy’s trails. All are welcome. Visit http://memorialparkconservancy.org/visit/cal.html to learn more.
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
9:00 am
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
 Clearlake Shores Farmers Market has a unique diversity of seasonal fresh fruits, nuts, beans and vegetables from Frobergs Farm and Georgias Grassfed Beef/Farm to Market, eggs and delicious canned and baked goods from Alvin’s Joyful Noise Farm, homemade preserves, salsa and hot sauce(Texas Select), delicious spice blends for seasoning(Salt-Spices and More), fresh served cottage foods from Mexico(Mama Lupes), Columbia/Paraguay(Kapau Empanadas)...
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
9:00 am
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
@ Grisby Square
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
 The Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market is a project of the Energy Corridor District®, a special district and a political subdivision of the State of Texas. It is the mission of the Energy Corridor Farmers Market to provide residents and visitors of the Energy Corridor District and West Houston with access to locally grown and seasonal fresh foods, to provide a...
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
9:00 am
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
@ Imperial Park Recreation Center
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
 The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will continue to host the popular Farmers Market at the new Matlage Way location, now in its 7thyear! The market features fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, grass fed meats, free range chickens and eggs, local honey, small batch foods and bakery items.  Visitors can browse the art from local artisans and try delicious ready...
Free Family Fishing Day Event at Trinity River Refuge
9:00 am
Free Family Fishing Day Event at Trinity River Refuge
@ Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge. Champion Lake Public Use Area
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
 Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge along with the Friends of Trinity River Refuge will be hosting the annual “Free Family Fishing Day” on Saturday, June 2, 2018 from 9:00am – 11:00am at the Champion Lake Public Use Area. It is the one day in the state of Texas that anyone can fish or crab without a license on public waters. We will have fishing poles and...
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
9:00 am
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
@ First Congregational Church
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
 The goal of the Memorial Villages Farmers Market is to build a quality relationship between farmers, artisans and the community at large. Hosted by First Congregational Church in cooperation with the City of Hunters Creek Village, MVFM has quickly done just that, establishing itself as one of Houston’s premier farmers markets. Market Highlights High quality vendors Live music Playground and...
Olivewood Cemetery Clean-up
9:00 am
Olivewood Cemetery Clean-up
@ Olivewood Cemetery
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Olivewood Cemetery Clean-up Olivewood is located next to White Oak Bayou, and is therefore surrounded by lush flora. It only takes about a week in the summer for the cemetery to be overrun with vegetation. Beyond routine mowing and weeding, the Descendants of Olivewood have begun projects to beautify individual plots, restoring the old landscaping that has changed with time....
Outreach Teacher Workshop
9:00 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
 Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Planting for Pollinators
9:00 am
Planting for Pollinators
@ West University Community Center
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Plant natives at home! Join local experts Glenn Olsen and Lauren Jansen Simpson to learn how to make a difference in your community by planting native plants. For more information and to register, visit www.katyprairie.org/events.
Public Meeting for Coastal Heritage Preserve
9:00 am
Public Meeting for Coastal Heritage Preserve
@ Galveston Country Club
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
 On June 2, 2018, from 9-10:30 a.m., Artist Boat will share the full vision for the Coastal Heritage Preserve and the Gulf Coast Educational Center.  Artist Boat will present the public education and access plan, habitat management plan, and accomplishments to date of the Coastal Heritage Preserve.  Learn more about the status of the remaining acreage of Marquette and Anchor Bay still at stake for...
Tomball Farmers Market
9:00 am
Tomball Farmers Market
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
 Tomball Farmers Market is a registered nonprofit and works as a cooperative effort of local families dedicated to providing the highest quality food and handmade products to our community. This market was created by farmers and is operated by farmers. For information regarding parking or “what to bring,” visit Plan-Your-Visit. Are you interested in volunteering for the market, take a...
Vision and Plans for the Coastal Heritage Preserve – Public Meeting
9:00 am
Vision and Plans for the Coastal Heritage Preserve – Public Meeting
@ Galveston Country Club
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Artist Boat cordially invites all interested parties to join them as they share the full vision for the Coastal Heritage Preserve and future of the Gulf Coast Educational Center. Â Artist Boat will present the public education and access plan, habitat management plan, and accomplishments to date of the Coastal Heritage Preserve. Â Learn more about the status of the remaining acreage...
Wellness Walk at Buffalo Bayou Park
9:00 am
Wellness Walk at Buffalo Bayou Park
@ The Water Works
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
 Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership on a Wellness Walk led by Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths Wellness Coaching. Anyone and everyone is invited to walk through the paths of Buffalo Bayou Park while discussing topics including mental and physical health as well as the benefits of being exposed to nature. Walks depart at 9 am and cover 3 miles in 1.5 hours.
Marysee Prairie Work Day
9:30 am
Marysee Prairie Work Day
Jun 2 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Houston Sierra Club Outings Saturday, June 2 at 9:30 AM The Marysee Prairie is one of the last remnants of tallgrass prairie in the Big Thicket region. Come assist the Texas Land Conservancy in this ongoi… https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/qsvpkfyxjbdb/
Bolivar Flats Beach Rambles
10:00 am
Bolivar Flats Beach Rambles
@ Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am
 1ST SATURDAY BOLIVAR FLATS BEACH RAMBLES Come explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary and see what the forces of nature have left for us on the beach and in the wrack lines with Sanctuaries Manager Pete Deichmann. You’ll walk along the beach and out onto the flats discovering the diversity of life along the gulf coast. It’s a perfect opportunity for...
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only)
10:00 am
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only)
@ Salvage Warehouse
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
 All of the material at Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse has been reclaimed from historic houses that Historic Houston has deconstructed, as well as individual items that have been brought to our Salvage Warehouse. The Salvage Warehouse, now located at 1200 National, has become a regional resource for reclaimed building materials serving an 11 county region of Southeast Texas. Materials at the Salvage Warehouse include,...
Nurture Nature Series Guided Hike
10:00 am
Nurture Nature Series Guided Hike
@ Baytown Nature Center
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
 The popular program is from 10 am-12 noon on the first Saturday of each month, except April, when the nature center hosts its Nurture Nature Festival. The family-friendly offerings with hands-on-topics are free with regular admission. Enjoy a fun, educational morning; then stay to picnic, bird, hike, fish or just relax – a great way to spend a morning. June’s program...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
10:00 am
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ University of St. Thomas - Farm
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
 Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. PLANT IT...
Animal Care Program Orientation
12:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 2 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Jones Park Bicycling
8:00 am
Jones Park Bicycling
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 3 @ 8:00 am
The Jones-Bender, Judy Overby Bell and Spring Creek Greenway trails are open for bicycling. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical ability, national origin, or religion. Anyone...
East End Farmers Market
10:00 am
East End Farmers Market
@ Navigation Esplanade
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
 Brought to you by the Greater East End Management District, the East End Street Market is open every Sunday from 10am – 2pm on the Navigation Esplanade (2800 Navigation Blvd.) in front of the historic original Ninfa’s Restaurant. Unique among Houston’s farmers markets, the East End Street Market blends sights and sounds, cuisine and culture to create an experience that is rooted in...
Chimney Rock Market
12:00 pm
Chimney Rock Market
@ Chimney Rock Plaza
Jun 3 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
 Chimney Rock Market is an outdoor market that features local artists and farmers. Beginning on Feb. 18, 2018, are open the first Sunday of each month. Their vendors sell mouth-watering eats and artisan gifts the whole family can enjoy. As always, four-legged friends are welcome. There will be plenty of treats for them too! When you’re done shopping, stop in...
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 3 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
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Discovering Nature Camp
8:30 am
Discovering Nature Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 4 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
 Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 1st & 2nd grade. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
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Discovering Nature Camp
8:30 am
Discovering Nature Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 5 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 1st & 2nd grade. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Outreach Teacher Workshop
9:00 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Sea Center Texas
Jun 5 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Lessons from a Storm: Public Ed and Hurricane Harvey
11:30 am
Lessons from a Storm: Public Ed and Hurricane Harvey
@ HCC West Loop Campus
Jun 5 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
 The event is free, open to the public and includes a light lunch.
BIG Spring Meeting
1:00 pm
BIG Spring Meeting
@ Houston-Galveston Area Council
Jun 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
 Don’t forget to let us know you plan to attend the Bacteria Implementation Group (BIG) Spring Meeting on Tuesday, June 5 at the Houston-Galveston Area Council. The BIG meets twice a year to assess plan implementation, review progress on improving water quality in the region, and consider changes to the BIG Implementation Plan. Please RSVP below if you plan to attend: constantcontact.com. Learn more...
Texas Water Development Board Financial Assistance Workshop
1:00 pm
Texas Water Development Board Financial Assistance Workshop
@ Beeville Community Center - Room 101
Jun 5 @ 1:00 pm
 The Texas Water Development Board continues to have funding for public works infrastructure. Funding is available for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. All phases of the projects are eligible; acquisition, planning and design, and construction. Construction projects include new facilities and repair and rehabilitation of existing facilities. In addition, the TWDB has $90 million designated for disaster recovery for...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
3:30 pm
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ Plant It Forward Warehouse
Jun 5 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. SNAP,...
Rice University Farmers Market
3:30 pm
Rice University Farmers Market
@ Rice University
Jun 5 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
 The Rice Farmers Market is open every Tuesday, rain or shine, from 3:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Entrance 13B off of 5600 Greenbriar Dr. Parking is free. The Rice University Farmers Market supports activities, goods and services that promote community education about the benefits of eating fresh, locally produced food. No cash? Not a problem. The market has tokens that...
Twilight Moments: World Environment Day Observation with Martha Serpas
6:00 pm
Twilight Moments: World Environment Day Observation with Martha Serpas
@ Rothko Chapel
Jun 5 @ 6:00 pm
 Twilight Moments: World Environment Day Observation with Martha Serpas Pay What You Can, suggested contribution $15 In commemoration of World Environment Day, the Rothko Chapel will hold a Twilight Meditation led by poet Martha Serpas. Join as we unite in support of environmental justice around the world. The paradoxes of water—conceived by death and love—may never have been as obvious as during Hurricane Harvey....
EPA San Jacinto River Waste Pits public meeting
6:30 pm
EPA San Jacinto River Waste Pits public meeting
@ The Highlands Community Center
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in cooperation with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), federal, state and Harris County agencies, local officials and industry, invites area community members and stakeholders to attend the community meeting for the San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund site. This meeting will provide the opportunity to ask questions about site activities, the remedial...
San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund Site Community Meeting
6:30 pm
San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund Site Community Meeting
@ The Highlands Community Center
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
World Oceans Day Lecture: “Texas’ Own Coral Reefs: Weathering the Stormâ€
6:30 pm
World Oceans Day Lecture: “Texas’ Own Coral Reefs: Weathering the Stormâ€
@ Houston Museum of Natural Science
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm
 Hurricane Harvey dumped 13 trillion gallons of rain on southeast Texas in August of 2017. Do extreme storm events like Harvey impact the coral reefs off Texas’ coast in the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary? Dr. Correa shares ongoing research connecting the Gulf Coast, extreme weather, and reef ecosystems. HMNS Members $12. Tickets $18.
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HGS Flood Conference: Flooding in Southeast Texas: The Science Behind The Floods
7:30 am
HGS Flood Conference: Flooding in Southeast Texas: The Science Behind The Floods
@ University of Houston Student Center
Jun 6 @ 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
 The Houston Geological Society (HGS) is coordinating a two-day, in-depth workshop on a very timely topic—flooding in Southeast Texas. Area governments, prominent universities, and industry are providing numerous expert speakers (such as Judge Ed Emmett, Congressman Culberson, Jeffrey Lindner, Dr. Philip Bedient of Rice Univ. and Dr. William Dupre of Univ. of Houston). This is an excellent opportunity for stakeholders...
Discovering Nature Camp
8:30 am
Discovering Nature Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 6 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 1st & 2nd grade. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
9:00 am
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
@ Central City Co-Op (Inside Kindred Church)
Jun 6 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
All About Central City Co-Op In September 2001, Jennifer Georgantas and Pat Greer dreamed of a community of people joining together each week around healthy, earth-friendly food. This dream became a reality 15 years ago with the founding of Central City Co-Op, Houston’s very first organic co-op. Organic Produce, Organic Community Our mission is to support sustainable, chemical free farming practices through...
Tai Chi
9:00 am
Tai Chi
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 6 @ 9:00 am
Meet in the outdoor classroom near the Nature Center for a one-hour beginner class with JJPV member and instructor Doug Ebeling. Programs are for all ages unless otherwise noted. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
City Hall Farmers Market
11:00 am
City Hall Farmers Market
@ City Hall
Jun 6 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
 The public can enjoy a variety of locally prepared ready-to-eat or packaged to-go foods, pick up farm-fresh weekly groceries and at the same time support sustainable food, all amidst Houston’s dramatic downtown urban setting.  The City Hall Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors (located along both sides of City Hall’s reflection pool), including local fresh produce grown by local farmers, cheeses,...
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Jun 6 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 Environment Protectors Initiating Change (E.P.I.C) E.P.I.C. is a free service learning club for high school teens that is aimed at learning about, and solving coastal environmental problems through hands-on projects. If you would like to: Make a difference Help your community Make new friends Gain volunteer hours Have fun Join them for a meeting at the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands...
World Oceans Day Film Screening: “Chasing Coralâ€
6:00 pm
World Oceans Day Film Screening: “Chasing Coralâ€
@ Houston Museum of Natural Science
Jun 6 @ 6:00 pm
 Coral reefs around the world are vanishing at an unprecedented rate. “Chasing Coral” chronicles a team of divers, photographers and scientists on a mission to solve this underwater mystery. The three-year project shot 500+ hours of underwater footage and collected coral bleaching samples off coast of 30 countries. Their mission is impact–to ensure the loss of our reefs does not...
CoHousing Houston’s Monthly CoHousing Gathering
7:00 pm
CoHousing Houston’s Monthly CoHousing Gathering
@ The Black Labrador Pub
Jun 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Please join us to learn more about what is “cohousing” and what’s happening with cohousing in Houston. Come early and stay late if you want to chat more with the core members. Many of us arrive by 6:30 PM. Everyone is welcome! parking If the parking lot in the front is full, there is free parking in the garage behind the...
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HGS Flood Conference: Flooding in Southeast Texas: The Science Behind The Floods
7:30 am
HGS Flood Conference: Flooding in Southeast Texas: The Science Behind The Floods
@ University of Houston Student Center
Jun 7 @ 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
The Houston Geological Society (HGS) is coordinating a two-day, in-depth workshop on a very timely topic—flooding in Southeast Texas. Area governments, prominent universities, and industry are providing numerous expert speakers (such as Judge Ed Emmett, Congressman Culberson, Jeffrey Lindner, Dr. Philip Bedient of Rice Univ. and Dr. William Dupre of Univ. of Houston). This is an excellent opportunity for stakeholders...
Discovering Nature Camp
8:30 am
Discovering Nature Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 7 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 1st & 2nd grade. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
9:00 am
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
Jun 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Texas Coastal Watershed Program holds weekly volunteer days for their stormwater wetland program, 9am-12pm on Thursdays. Volunteers help propagate plants in the wetland plant nursery at Exploration Green in Clear Lake City, or at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson.  The stormwater wetland program is developing demonstration projects to show  how wetlands can be designed into flood...
Kingwood Farmers Market
2:00 pm
Kingwood Farmers Market
@ Kingwood Town Center Park
Jun 7 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
 Every Thursday, rain or shine, from 2 pm to 6 pm (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time), Lake Houston Area residents visit Kingwood Town Center Park to pick up produce, fresh bread, homemade soaps, herbs, flowers, plants, Indian food, and more from Kingwood Farmers Market. The Kingwood Famers Market makes our community stronger because shoppers have the opportunity...
Mid-Main Market
6:00 pm
Mid-Main Market
Jun 7 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
 Music, prepared food, produce and more, all benefiting local non-profits. Join Urban Harvest on the first Thursday of every month on 3606 Main St. For more information, contact Urban Harvest at info@urbanharvest.org or 713.880.5540. Urban Harvest envisions a healthier city where everyone has access to locally-grown nutritious food harvest from sustainable community gardens and farms. They are improving the lives, soils, and...
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World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day
Jun 8 all-day
Join the global community in celebrating World Oceans Day! The action focus for World Oceans Day 2018 is to prevent plastic pollution and encourage solutions for a healthy ocean. Visit the World Oceans Day website to plan your ocean celebration with free resources including new materials for youth. Register your event to share your celebration with the world on the event map!
Outreach Teacher Workshop
8:30 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Big Stone Lodge
Jun 8 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 8 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
Children’s Story Hour
10:00 am
Children’s Story Hour
@ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Jun 8 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home. For more information, visit hermannpark.org.
The Greater Houston Ducks Unlimited Shoot
12:00 pm
The Greater Houston Ducks Unlimited Shoot
@ Greater Houston Gun Club
Jun 8 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
 Online ticket sales end on 6/7/2018
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5th Ward Bond Beautification Project
7:00 am
5th Ward Bond Beautification Project
Jun 9 @ 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
 NEW DATE: JUNE 9th Neighborhood Cleanup Day: OPERATION: FLOOD CONTROL (Clearing trash & debris from ditches and waterways). Can get community service hours.
Hike at Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary
7:30 am
Hike at Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary
@ Starbucks
Jun 9 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am
Houston Sierra Club Outings Saturday, June 9 at 7:30 AM On Saturday, June 9, 2018, the Houston Sierra Club will hike in the Outdoor Nature Club’s Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary (LTNS). There are many mile… https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/244433366/
Breakfast on the Bayou Pontoon Excursion
8:00 am
Breakfast on the Bayou Pontoon Excursion
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am
 Start your weekend by enjoying a leisurely Saturday morning breakfast drifting down the bayou on our pontoon boat, the “Bayou Ranger”. Observe wildlife searching for their breakfast on the bayou. This trip through the heart of the Nature Center presents an uncommon opportunity to watch and learn about bayou life. Enjoy pastries, juice and coffee while underway. Maximum 8 persons, ages...
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
8:00 am
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
@ Church of the Holy Apostles
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
This the same market that you knew as The LaCenterra Farmers Market! The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway gives local vendors and farmers a place to come together and celebrate good, hard, honest work – the work done by the hands of our neighbors. Come out and help us grow. Interested in becoming a Vendor? Â Download the application. Please the...
Gardening Class: Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden
8:00 am
Gardening Class: Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden
@ Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
 This presentation will give you insight on how to create a garden for caterpillars and adult butterflies. We will discuss all the necessary elements you need to have a flurry of butterflies in your yard. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. No pre-registration required. Class fee of $5 (for one class) payable at door – cash only please (exact change will...
Second Saturday Bird Walks
8:00 am
Second Saturday Bird Walks
@ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
 Free to attend, donations appreciated. Work on your bird watching skills while helping the Arboretum monitor bird populations on a fun, relaxed morning walk. Join the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center on the second Saturday of each month at the front door of the building for a two-hour bird walk led by Kelsey Low and Theo Ostler, a resident bird...
Woodlands Farmers Market
8:00 am
Woodlands Farmers Market
@ Grogan's Mill Center
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill was established in 2008 as “The Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market,†a weekly community event sponsored by the Grogan’s Mill Village Association. The Market is open Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm at the Grogan’s Mill Center. The market typically closes only one Saturday during the year, the Saturday between Christmas and New Year’s...
High Island Workdays
8:30 am
High Island Workdays
@ High Island
Jun 9 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
 Workdays are held once a month, October through March on the second Saturday of the month. We start work around 8:30 AM and work until about noon, when we break for lunch, provided by Houston Audubon and prepared by the lunch crew. Lunch at the picnic area of Boy Scout Woods is a good chance to visit with other volunteers...
Artist Boat Sea Citizens Orientation
9:00 am
Artist Boat Sea Citizens Orientation
@ Artist Boat
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
 Sea Citizens are Artist Boat’s dedicated team of volunteers helping to make Artist Boat’s mission and vision a reality. Our Sea Citizen Orientations are our way of showcasing all the different ways Sea Citizens can get involved, from land management and habitat restoration, to helping our Educators teach the public about coastal ecosystems on the beach and via kayak, to...
Children’s Garden Grand Opening
9:00 am
Children’s Garden Grand Opening
@ Mercer Arboretum
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am
 Mercer’s new Children’s Garden, opening Saturday, June 9 at 9 a.m., will be the first garden at Mercer featuring touchable plants and herbs. Since Mercer is home to many rare and endangered plants, staff have historically discouraged visitors from touching the
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
9:00 am
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Clearlake Shores Farmers Market has a unique diversity of seasonal fresh fruits, nuts, beans and vegetables from Frobergs Farm and Georgias Grassfed Beef/Farm to Market, eggs and delicious canned and baked goods from Alvin’s Joyful Noise Farm, homemade preserves, salsa and hot sauce(Texas Select), delicious spice blends for seasoning(Salt-Spices and More), fresh served cottage foods from Mexico(Mama Lupes), Columbia/Paraguay(Kapau Empanadas)...
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
9:00 am
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
@ Grisby Square
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market is a project of the Energy Corridor District®, a special district and a political subdivision of the State of Texas. It is the mission of the Energy Corridor Farmers Market to provide residents and visitors of the Energy Corridor District and West Houston with access to locally grown and seasonal fresh foods, to provide a...
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
9:00 am
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
@ Imperial Park Recreation Center
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will continue to host the popular Farmers Market at the new Matlage Way location, now in its 7thyear! The market features fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, grass fed meats, free range chickens and eggs, local honey, small batch foods and bakery items.  Visitors can browse the art from local artisans and try delicious ready...
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
9:00 am
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
@ First Congregational Church
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The goal of the Memorial Villages Farmers Market is to build a quality relationship between farmers, artisans and the community at large. Hosted by First Congregational Church in cooperation with the City of Hunters Creek Village, MVFM has quickly done just that, establishing itself as one of Houston’s premier farmers markets. Market Highlights High quality vendors Live music Playground and...
Tomball Farmers Market
9:00 am
Tomball Farmers Market
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tomball Farmers Market is a registered nonprofit and works as a cooperative effort of local families dedicated to providing the highest quality food and handmade products to our community. This market was created by farmers and is operated by farmers. For information regarding parking or “what to bring,” visit Plan-Your-Visit. Are you interested in volunteering for the market, take a...
Urban Harvest Garden Classes
9:00 am
Urban Harvest Garden Classes
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am
 Join Urban Harvest for a series of fun and informative garden classes. Upcoming classes in the “Be Waterwise With Low Volume Irrigation Series” include: Sat. June 9:Â Low Volume Irrigation (HMNS*) Sat. June 16:Â Starting a Community or School Garden Workshop Sat. July 21:Â Fall Vegetable Gardening (HMNS*) Sat. Aug 11:Â Waste Not, Want Not – Bokashi and Vermicomposting Times vary form workshop to...
World Oceans Day at the Houston Zoo
9:00 am
World Oceans Day at the Houston Zoo
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 9 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 It’s a well-known fact that the oceans make up a VERY large part of the planet we live on. Even more – we don’t know nearly as much about it as we’d like! Head to the Houston Zoo on Saturday, June 9 to celebrate and learn how to keep the oceans healthy during World Oceans Day Presented by Whole Foods...
Houston Renewable Energy Group
9:30 am
Houston Renewable Energy Group
@ 2018 Southwest Houston Solar Tour
Jun 9 @ 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
 Verisolar cordially invites you to the 2018 Southwest Houston Solar Tour. Come and get your questions about solar answered by their Solar Experts and get the chance to see live systems on homes here in Houston.
Low Volume Irrigation (HMNS)
9:30 am
Low Volume Irrigation (HMNS)
@ The Houston Museum of Natural Science, Moran Conference Hall
Jun 9 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
A garden that conserves precious water resources is a rewarding investment. Keeping water on our property is good for our gardens, as well as the health of the city’s water supply. Through micro or low volume irrigation, we can eliminate water runoff into the street and water more deeply for healthier root systems. In this class, Angela Chandler will teach...
Center Volunteer Orientation
10:00 am
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
10:00 am
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ University of St. Thomas - Farm
Jun 9 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. PLANT IT...
Citizens’ Climate Lobby Woodlands Chapter Meeting
10:30 am
Citizens’ Climate Lobby Woodlands Chapter Meeting
@ Virtual Event
Jun 9 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
 Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is a non-partisan, grass-roots organization that works to create political will for climate solutions by building constructive and respectful working relationships with members of Congress. CCL advocates for Carbon Fee and Dividend (CF&D), a revenue-neutral, market-based climate change solution, with all revenue returned directly to households. Come out to their monthly meetings every 2nd Saturday of...
Gardening Class: Breeding Queen Bees Using the Nicot System
10:30 am
Gardening Class: Breeding Queen Bees Using the Nicot System
@ Thomas R. LeRoy Education Building
Jun 9 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. No pre-registration required. Class fee of $5 (for one class) payable at door – cash only please (exact change will be greatly appreciated). $8.00 for both classes on same Day. Refreshments provided: coffee, water and snack.
Animal Care Program Orientation
12:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 9 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Turtle Patrol at Galveston Island State Park
4:00 pm
Turtle Patrol at Galveston Island State Park
@ Galveston Island State Park
Jun 9 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 During the warm nesting season, park rangers conserve habitat, eliminate trash, and patrol the beaches for critters. We want you to help our endangered sea turtles and join us to help endangered sea turtles Park entry fee paid before trip (park permit on vehicle) All children must be accompanied by an adult • Be prepared for physical activity • Small...
Vegan Society of P.E.A.C.E. Monthly Meeting
6:00 pm
Vegan Society of P.E.A.C.E. Monthly Meeting
@ Houston Community College Conference Center
Jun 9 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 Join Vegan Society of P.E.A.C.E. for their “Vegan 2nd Saturdays†Monthly Meetings, Presentations & Vegan Potlucks Held on the “2nd Saturdays†of each month, they will enjoy a delicious vegan potluck and meeting, along with a discussion, film screening, food demo or speaker presentation on intersectional issues of veganism, animal rights, environmentalism, nonviolence, health and more. Each month will be...
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Jones Park Bicycling
8:00 am
Jones Park Bicycling
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 10 @ 8:00 am
The Jones-Bender, Judy Overby Bell and Spring Creek Greenway trails are open for bicycling. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical ability, national origin, or religion. Anyone...
Bay Exploration
10:00 am
Bay Exploration
@ Galveston Island State Park
Jun 10 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
 Weekly explorations of the connections between the mainland and our island paradise – Galveston Bay. Meet our volunteer guides at the Nature Center at 10:00 am for a brief orientation and restroom break before we drive towards the bay. Explorations generally last 75 minutes. Tour activities include hands-on-seining, fiddler crab sightings and more under the guidance of Friends of Galveston...
East End Farmers Market
10:00 am
East End Farmers Market
@ Navigation Esplanade
Jun 10 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Brought to you by the Greater East End Management District, the East End Street Market is open every Sunday from 10am – 2pm on the Navigation Esplanade (2800 Navigation Blvd.) in front of the historic original Ninfa’s Restaurant. Unique among Houston’s farmers markets, the East End Street Market blends sights and sounds, cuisine and culture to create an experience that is rooted in...
Farmers Market at Bridgeland
12:30 pm
Farmers Market at Bridgeland
Jun 10 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
 The market is a monthly gathering of high-quality vendors bringing fresh local produce, pastured meats, free-range eggs, goat cheese, honey, jellies, pasta, pickles, live plants, natural home & pet products, soaps, lotions, and much more right to your neighborhood! The market is located in the parking lot adjacent to the Activity Center in the community of Bridgeland. Due to local...
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 10 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Walk Gently on Earth
1:30 pm
Walk Gently on Earth
@ Emerson Unitarian-Universalist Church
Jun 10 @ 1:30 pm
 Last fall, world religious leaders presented the interfaith climate declaration, Walk Gently on Earth, to the UN Conference on Climate Change in Bonn. The Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston invites you to a talk about the declaration by Imaad Khan, of the Texas Interfaith Center for Public Policy (TICPP), who was there. Imaad will discuss the presentation of the declaration,...
Walk Gently on Earth
1:30 pm
Walk Gently on Earth
@ Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church
Jun 10 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
 This talk takes place at Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church and online, via a simultaneous web meeting. Please register for this event; https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-gently-on-earth-tickets-45446870814
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Hermann Park Bird Survey
7:30 am
Hermann Park Bird Survey
@ Hermann Park
Jun 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
 Hermann Park Bird Survey Leaders: Skip Almoney and Peter Tsan They meet at 8:00 AM (7:30 in the summer months). Take the Parking Lot D entry from Masks are optional for vaccinated participants and social distancing is recommended. Please wear a mask if unvaccinated. Please contact Julie Francis at hermannparkbirdsurvey@gmail.com if you’d like to participate. The Hermann Park Survey is conducted...
Summer Science Camp: Get Buggy, Grades 1-3
8:00 am
Summer Science Camp: Get Buggy, Grades 1-3
@ Baytown Nature Center
Jun 11 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
 Campers entering grades 1 to 3 will explore the wonderful world of insects. What is a bug? What is an insect? What do they eat? Join us for a week of collecting and identifying the smallest inhabitants of the nature center. The fee for this camp is $75 for the week. Registration forms are available online  or...
Citizen Science Camp
8:30 am
Citizen Science Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 11 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 3rd – 5th grade. Limit 12 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Clear Lake Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas
6:30 pm
Clear Lake Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas
@ Forest Room (B1418), Bayou Building University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
 Clear Lake Chapter meetings are on the 2nd Monday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There is a meet and greet at 6:30 p.m. followed by the business meeting at 6:45 p.m. and program at 7 p.m. Meetings are open to the public; visitors are welcome.
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EPA Region 6 Environmental Justice Forum
1:00 pm
18th Annual American Ecological Engineering Society Meeting
18th Annual American Ecological Engineering Society Meeting
Jun 12 – Jun 14 all-day
 The Annual Meeting of the American Ecological Engineering Society takes place this year in Houston with the theme “Ecological Engineering: Addressing Uncertainty in a Dynamic Worldâ€. In the spirit of this theme, we will synergize efforts and integrate ecological engineering viewed through the lens of scientists, practitioners, policy makers, and society to advance the development of sustainable ecosystems, while fostering...
18th Annual American Ecological Engineering Society Meeting
18th Annual American Ecological Engineering Society Meeting
@ Hilton Post Oak
Jun 12 – Jun 14 all-day
We are excited to host this year’s meeting in Houston, TX, a diverse metropolis brimming with personality. The theme of this year’s meeting is Ecological Engineering: Addressing Uncertainty in a Dynamic World. In the spirit of this theme, we hope to synergize efforts and integrate ecological engineering as viewed through the lens of scientists, practitioners, policy makers, and society to advance...
Citizen Science Camp
8:30 am
Citizen Science Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 12 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 3rd – 5th grade. Limit 12 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Outreach Teacher Workshop
8:30 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Kleb Woods Nature Center
Jun 12 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
3:30 pm
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ Plant It Forward Warehouse
Jun 12 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. SNAP,...
Rice University Farmers Market
3:30 pm
Rice University Farmers Market
@ Rice University
Jun 12 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
The Rice Farmers Market is open every Tuesday, rain or shine, from 3:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Entrance 13B off of 5600 Greenbriar Dr. Parking is free. The Rice University Farmers Market supports activities, goods and services that promote community education about the benefits of eating fresh, locally produced food. No cash? Not a problem. The market has tokens that...
White Oak Bayou Association Monthly Meeting
7:00 pm
White Oak Bayou Association Monthly Meeting
Jun 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 The White Oak Bayou Association board meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month (except November) at 7:00 pm. If you would like to join us for our board meetings, please call 765-426-1743 to confirm. From time to time we change our meeting venue. In November, the Association holds its annual meeting.
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Citizen Science Camp
8:30 am
Citizen Science Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 13 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 3rd – 5th grade. Limit 12 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
9:00 am
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
@ Central City Co-Op (Inside Kindred Church)
Jun 13 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
All About Central City Co-Op In September 2001, Jennifer Georgantas and Pat Greer dreamed of a community of people joining together each week around healthy, earth-friendly food. This dream became a reality 15 years ago with the founding of Central City Co-Op, Houston’s very first organic co-op. Organic Produce, Organic Community Our mission is to support sustainable, chemical free farming practices through...
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
9:00 am
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
@ Deer Park Prairie
Jun 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Visitation of Deer Park Prairie is by appointment only. Since the prairie will be attended on scheduled workdays, they will be ideal days to visit. Please email Lan.shen@txgcmn.org for appointment on either workdays or any other days. 1222 E. Purdue Lane, Deer Park, TX 77536  https://goo.gl/maps/RtcecLSFnp22 Please bring a signed liability release: adult or  adult+children Please do not park directly in...
Tai Chi
9:00 am
Tai Chi
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 13 @ 9:00 am
Meet in the outdoor classroom near the Nature Center for a one-hour beginner class with JJPV member and instructor Doug Ebeling. Programs are for all ages unless otherwise noted. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
City Hall Farmers Market
11:00 am
City Hall Farmers Market
@ City Hall
Jun 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
The public can enjoy a variety of locally prepared ready-to-eat or packaged to-go foods, pick up farm-fresh weekly groceries and at the same time support sustainable food, all amidst Houston’s dramatic downtown urban setting.  The City Hall Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors (located along both sides of City Hall’s reflection pool), including local fresh produce grown by local farmers, cheeses,...
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Jun 13 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Environment Protectors Initiating Change (E.P.I.C) E.P.I.C. is a free service learning club for high school teens that is aimed at learning about, and solving coastal environmental problems through hands-on projects. If you would like to: Make a difference Help your community Make new friends Gain volunteer hours Have fun Join them for a meeting at the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands...
Family Nature Night: Living in Space
6:30 pm
Family Nature Night: Living in Space
@ Nature Discovery Center
Jun 13 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
 Mark your calendars to attend Nature Night’s “Living in Space” with Lisa Shore of NASA. She will talk to us about what it’s like to train for and then live and work in space onboard the International Space Station. Part of working in space includes taking occasional spacewalks to maintain the space station or support science experiments. It’s not as easy as...
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Oceans: Our Blue Planet 3D
Oceans: Our Blue Planet 3D
@ Houston Museum of Natural Science
Jun 14 all-day
Oceans: The Blue Planet is an extraordinary journey of discovery and wonder, transporting the audience to the deep, mysterious worlds of our oceans. Packed with drama, awe and spectacle, we reveal untold stories of the ocean’s most astonishing creatures. Through July Member cost for adults and children: $6 Regular cost for children and seniors: $10 Regular cost for adults: $12
Citizen Science Camp
8:30 am
Citizen Science Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 14 @ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Rising 3rd – 5th grade. Limit 12 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
HPARD’s Native Plant Propagation Workdays
9:00 am
HPARD’s Native Plant Propagation Workdays
@ HPARD Greenhouse
Jun 14 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Habitat Restoration Our volunteer group meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the HPARD Greenhouse. We propagate plants from locally collected native seed. A typical workday may include seeding pots, bumping up trays into 1-gallon containers, separating seedlings, and weeding pots. We will also have special seed collecting trips, invasive species removal workdays,...
Outreach Teacher Workshop
9:00 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Brazoria County AgriLife Extension Office
Jun 14 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Plant Propagation Committee at Memorial Park Greenhouse
9:00 am
Plant Propagation Committee at Memorial Park Greenhouse
@ Memorial Park Greenhouse
Jun 14 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Anyone interested in native plants is invited to join Gulf Coast Master Naturalists on the propagation workdays on second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 9:00 am to noon.  Please note this is the new site in Memorial Park. RSVP to Lan Shen at Lan.Shen@TXgcmn.org 713-771-1415 or Celeste Mead at Celeste.Mead@txgcmn.org 832-680-7263 or just come on out!
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
9:00 am
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
Jun 14 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Texas Coastal Watershed Program holds weekly volunteer days for their stormwater wetland program, 9am-12pm on Thursdays. Volunteers help propagate plants in the wetland plant nursery at Exploration Green in Clear Lake City, or at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson.  The stormwater wetland program is developing demonstration projects to show  how wetlands can be designed into flood...
25 YEARS OF CHANGES & CHALLENGES IN THE RAINFOREST PYRAMID by Donita Brannon
10:00 am
25 YEARS OF CHANGES & CHALLENGES IN THE RAINFOREST PYRAMID by Donita Brannon
@ Genoa Friendship Gardens Educational Center Building
Jun 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
 Harris County Master Gardener event & plant sale
The Houston Green Book Discussion Group
12:00 pm
The Houston Green Book Discussion Group
@ Downtown Main Library
Jun 14 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
 The second Thursday of each month book group for learning more about green themes including the environmental, social and economic approaches to sustainability. For more information visit Facebook.com
Kingwood Farmers Market
2:00 pm
Kingwood Farmers Market
@ Kingwood Town Center Park
Jun 14 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Every Thursday, rain or shine, from 2 pm to 6 pm (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time), Lake Houston Area residents visit Kingwood Town Center Park to pick up produce, fresh bread, homemade soaps, herbs, flowers, plants, Indian food, and more from Kingwood Farmers Market. The Kingwood Famers Market makes our community stronger because shoppers have the opportunity...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Carpenters Bayou
6:00 pm
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Carpenters Bayou
@ ML Flukinger Community Center
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Mobility Community Workshop
6:00 pm
Mobility Community Workshop
@ Mount Ararat Baptist Church
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
 Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis recently initiated a city-county partnership to connect neighborhoods and destinations with high comfort bikeways and to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. Commissioner Ellis has pledged $10 million from Harris County Precinct One funds to build short term opportunities in one year. We would like to start funding quick implementation projects from the...
Designing, Planning and Paying for Resilience
7:00 pm
Designing, Planning and Paying for Resilience
@ Bioscience Research Collaborative
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
 Leading national experts discuss flood mitigation strategies, how these strategies interact with broader planning efforts and communities, and how to best pay for this work. They will explore a range of site-specific mitigation strategies including low impact design, green infrastructure, and urban-scale green space preservation. Moderator Kyle Shelton, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Kinder Institute for Urban Research Panelists Isabelle Michele...
General Monthly Meeting: Explore Houston – Spotlight: Memorial Park
7:00 pm
General Monthly Meeting: Explore Houston – Spotlight: Memorial Park
@ St. Stephen's Pecore Hall @ 1805 W. Alabama,
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Houston Sierra Club Outings Thursday, June 14 at 7:00 PM The meeting opens at 7:00 PM, and the program starts at 7:30 PM. Everyone is welcome. NOVEMBER GENERAL MEETING: “EXPLORE HOUSTON PART 2 – SPOTLIGHT … https://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/245694143/
Organic Rose Protocols & Plant Health by Daniel Millikin
7:00 pm
Organic Rose Protocols & Plant Health by Daniel Millikin
@ Cherie Flores Garden Pavillon
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm
 Free. Houston Rose Society event
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Gulf of Mexico Alliance All Hands Conference
Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 15 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Memorial Park Conservation Crew Work Day
9:00 am
Memorial Park Conservation Crew Work Day
@ Memorial Park
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Get an up-close look at what it takes to manage a healthy forest, prairie, and bayou shoreline. Volunteers are crucial to Memorial Park Conservancy’s mission to preserve, protect, and enhance Memorial Park for Houstonians of today and tomorrow. Work includes invasive species management, trail work, native prairie plant grow out, seed collection, and more. Join the front lines of our...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
Children’s Story Hour
10:00 am
Children’s Story Hour
@ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home. For more information, visit hermannpark.org.
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Cypress Creek
6:00 pm
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Cypress Creek
@ Raveneaux Country Club
Jun 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Turtle Patrol at Galveston Island State Park
6:00 pm
Turtle Patrol at Galveston Island State Park
@ Galveston Island State Park
Jun 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
During the warm nesting season, park rangers conserve habitat, eliminate trash, and patrol the beaches for critters. We want you to help our endangered sea turtles and join us to help endangered sea turtles Park entry fee paid before trip (park permit on vehicle) All children must be accompanied by an adult • Be prepared for physical activity • Small...
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Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 16 all-day
The Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center has a diverse spread of fun and educational summer programs lined up from May to August. Check out their website and summer schedule for more information.
Baytown Farmers Market
8:00 am
Baytown Farmers Market
@ Town Square
Jun 16 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
 The Baytown Farmers Market hosts it’s monthly Market on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Town Square on Texas Avenue. The vibe is similar to a Hallmark movie setting. Come out to a peaceful environment to shop for your goods as well as helping support local consumers, performers, artist, crafters, and entrepreneurs. Calling all...
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
8:00 am
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
@ Church of the Holy Apostles
Jun 16 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
This the same market that you knew as The LaCenterra Farmers Market! The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway gives local vendors and farmers a place to come together and celebrate good, hard, honest work – the work done by the hands of our neighbors. Come out and help us grow. Interested in becoming a Vendor? Â Download the application. Please the...
Willow Waterhole Bird Surveys
8:00 am
Willow Waterhole Bird Surveys
@ Willow Waterhole Park
Jun 16 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
 The Nature Discovery Center partners with Houston Audubon to conduct monthly surveys at Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, a 290-acre park on the site of a Harris County Flood Control District retention pond project. Participants can help by either spotting birds or helping to identify them on this 2.5 hour long survey. This is a great way to get involved with Houston’s citizen science community....
Woodlands Farmers Market
8:00 am
Woodlands Farmers Market
@ Grogan's Mill Center
Jun 16 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill was established in 2008 as “The Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market,†a weekly community event sponsored by the Grogan’s Mill Village Association. The Market is open Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm at the Grogan’s Mill Center. The market typically closes only one Saturday during the year, the Saturday between Christmas and New Year’s...
Monthly Volunteer Day at Buffalo Bayou Park
8:30 am
Monthly Volunteer Day at Buffalo Bayou Park
@ Wortham Insurance Visitor Center at The Water Works
Jun 16 @ 8:30 am – 11:30 am
Houstonians, ages 9 and up, are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month. Whether volunteering as a large or small group, or individually, your efforts will lead to a healthier environment and a more aesthetically pleasing amenity for all to enjoy. Volunteers will help with a variety of tasks, including...
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
9:00 am
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Clearlake Shores Farmers Market has a unique diversity of seasonal fresh fruits, nuts, beans and vegetables from Frobergs Farm and Georgias Grassfed Beef/Farm to Market, eggs and delicious canned and baked goods from Alvin’s Joyful Noise Farm, homemade preserves, salsa and hot sauce(Texas Select), delicious spice blends for seasoning(Salt-Spices and More), fresh served cottage foods from Mexico(Mama Lupes), Columbia/Paraguay(Kapau Empanadas)...
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
9:00 am
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
@ Grisby Square
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market is a project of the Energy Corridor District®, a special district and a political subdivision of the State of Texas. It is the mission of the Energy Corridor Farmers Market to provide residents and visitors of the Energy Corridor District and West Houston with access to locally grown and seasonal fresh foods, to provide a...
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
9:00 am
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
@ Imperial Park Recreation Center
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will continue to host the popular Farmers Market at the new Matlage Way location, now in its 7thyear! The market features fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, grass fed meats, free range chickens and eggs, local honey, small batch foods and bakery items.  Visitors can browse the art from local artisans and try delicious ready...
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
9:00 am
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
@ First Congregational Church
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The goal of the Memorial Villages Farmers Market is to build a quality relationship between farmers, artisans and the community at large. Hosted by First Congregational Church in cooperation with the City of Hunters Creek Village, MVFM has quickly done just that, establishing itself as one of Houston’s premier farmers markets. Market Highlights High quality vendors Live music Playground and...
Olivewood Cemetery Clean-up
9:00 am
Olivewood Cemetery Clean-up
@ Historic Olivewood Cemetery
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Olivewood is located next to White Oak Bayou, and is therefore surrounded by lush flora. It only takes about a week in the summer for the cemetery to be overrun with vegetation. Beyond routine mowing and weeding, the Descendants of Olivewood have begun projects to beautify individual plots, restoring the old landscaping that has changed with time. If you have...
Tomball Farmers Market
9:00 am
Tomball Farmers Market
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tomball Farmers Market is a registered nonprofit and works as a cooperative effort of local families dedicated to providing the highest quality food and handmade products to our community. This market was created by farmers and is operated by farmers. For information regarding parking or “what to bring,” visit Plan-Your-Visit. Are you interested in volunteering for the market, take a...
Urban Harvest Garden Classes
9:00 am
Urban Harvest Garden Classes
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am
Join Urban Harvest for a series of fun and informative garden classes. Upcoming classes in the “Be Waterwise With Low Volume Irrigation Series” include: Sat. June 9:Â Low Volume Irrigation (HMNS*) Sat. June 16:Â Starting a Community or School Garden Workshop Sat. July 21:Â Fall Vegetable Gardening (HMNS*) Sat. Aug 11:Â Waste Not, Want Not – Bokashi and Vermicomposting Times vary form workshop to...
Volunteer Workday at Don Green Park
9:00 am
Volunteer Workday at Don Green Park
@ Don Greene Nature Park
Jun 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Join us Every 3rd Saturday of every month at “The Don Greene Nature Park”. A new, one acre Harris County neighborhood pocket park left to the county and dedicated in honor of Don Greene’s memory on October 2015. The Friends of Don Greene is a new non-profit dedicated to restoring the property to it’s original glory from the days when...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings- Greens Bayou
10:00 am
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings- Greens Bayou
@ Mangum-Howell Center
Jun 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only)
10:00 am
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only)
@ Salvage Warehouse
Jun 16 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
All of the material at Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse has been reclaimed from historic houses that Historic Houston has deconstructed, as well as individual items that have been brought to our Salvage Warehouse. The Salvage Warehouse, now located at 1200 National, has become a regional resource for reclaimed building materials serving an 11 county region of Southeast Texas. Materials at the Salvage Warehouse include,...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
10:00 am
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ University of St. Thomas - Farm
Jun 16 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. PLANT IT...
Summer Garden Club at Mercer Botanic Gardens
10:00 am
Summer Garden Club at Mercer Botanic Gardens
@ Mercer Botanic Gardens Westside Arboretum
Jun 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
 When the area garden clubs go on summer hiatus, we have the perfect solution for not only garden club members but anyone who would just like to be a part of a fun Summer Saturday Workshop. Call 713-274-4160 to register or click here to link to The Mercer Society Online Registration. Registration is required. Your registration fee includes all project materials for your...
Ecology Walking Tour
10:30 am
Ecology Walking Tour
@ The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park
Jun 16 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
 Enjoy a free walking tour in Buffalo Bayou Park highlighting the landscape and ecology of 19th century Texas that created Houston, as well as the importance of prairies in rebuilding this astonishing and all but vanished ecosystem. Parking: City Lot H
PROPAGATION & SEED SAVING
10:30 am
PROPAGATION & SEED SAVING
@ Maud Smith Marks Library
Jun 16 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Free. Harris County Master Gardener event
Animal Care Program Orientation
12:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 16 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Soil Health by Jim Gilliam
1:00 pm
Soil Health by Jim Gilliam
@ Galveston County AgriLife Extension Bldg, Carbide Park
Jun 16 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Galveston County Master Gardener event. Free. Register
Evening Chill
5:00 pm
Evening Chill
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 16 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun...
KBP’s Pocket Pear Speakeasy Party
6:00 pm
KBP’s Pocket Pear Speakeasy Party
@ Pearland Lion's Club
Jun 16 @ 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm
 Join Keep Pearland Beautiful for a Speakeasy Party on Saturday, June 16, 2018. We’ll take you back to the Roaring 20’s for dinner, casino games, dancing, door prizes, wine pull, silent auction and raffle prizes. Poker Tournament limited to 50 players. Proceeds benefit the Joe Miller Environmental Scholarship fund and KPB programs.
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Blackwood’s Summer Nature Camp
Blackwood’s Summer Nature Camp
@ Blackwood Educational Land Institute
Jun 17 – Jun 22 all-day
 Nature Camp is a week-long overnight camp for 8-14 year olds. Our goal is simple: get kids outside and active for the summer! At Blackwood, we understand the importance of giving kids the chance to play and develop a relationship with the outdoors. Do you have any fond memories of your childhood in nature with friends? We find that those...
Jones Park Bicycling
8:00 am
Jones Park Bicycling
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 17 @ 8:00 am
The Jones-Bender, Judy Overby Bell and Spring Creek Greenway trails are open for bicycling. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical ability, national origin, or religion. Anyone...
East End Farmers Market
10:00 am
East End Farmers Market
@ Navigation Esplanade
Jun 17 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Brought to you by the Greater East End Management District, the East End Street Market is open every Sunday from 10am – 2pm on the Navigation Esplanade (2800 Navigation Blvd.) in front of the historic original Ninfa’s Restaurant. Unique among Houston’s farmers markets, the East End Street Market blends sights and sounds, cuisine and culture to create an experience that is rooted in...
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 17 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Growing Ferns From Spore by Joan Hudson & Patrick Hudnall
2:00 pm
Growing Ferns From Spore by Joan Hudson & Patrick Hudnall
@ Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center
Jun 17 @ 2:00 pm
 Free. Texas Gulf Coast Fern Society event
Going Green for Home Building/Remodeling Projects
6:00 pm
Sunday Evening Conversations on Creation
6:00 pm
Sunday Evening Conversations on Creation
@ online
Jun 17 @ 6:00 pm
 Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to attend Sunday Evening Conversations on Creation, an environmental education web meeting series whose theme in 2017 is Connections between People and Nature. The Creation Care Team Mission Statement: Being earth keepers is foundational to our Christian vocation. The Creation Care Team encourages members of Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church to incorporate care for...
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Harris County Master Gardeners Open Garden Day & Plant Sale
8:00 am
Harris County Master Gardeners Open Garden Day & Plant Sale
@ Genoa Friendship Gardens Educational Center Building
Jun 18 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Open to the public on the third Monday of every month through October from 8:00 am-11:00 am. Master Gardeners will be available to answer your gardening questions
Outreach Teacher Workshop
9:00 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Brazos Bend State Park
Jun 18 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Summer Evening Science Camp: Wilderness Survival, Grades 4-6
6:00 pm
Summer Evening Science Camp: Wilderness Survival, Grades 4-6
@ baytown nature center
Jun 18 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Campers entering grades 4-6 will have a fun filled week each evening of wilderness survival, learning basic first aid, how to safely build a fire, reclaim drinking water and build a shelter. The fee for this camp is $75 for the week. Registration forms are available online  or at the Wetlands Education Center at 1724 Market Street,...
Brays Bayou Association Meeting
7:30 pm
Brays Bayou Association Meeting
@ The Gathering Place
Jun 18 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Brays Bayou Association meets the third Monday of each month at The Gathering Place. Brays Bayou Association does not currently have a website.
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The Edible Academy: Cultivating the Outdoor Classroom
8:00 am
The Edible Academy: Cultivating the Outdoor Classroom
@ Gregory-Lincoln Education Center
Jun 19 @ 8:00 am – Jun 21 @ 3:00 pm
In this three-day workshop, Carol Burton, Kelly Karavias, Irene Nava, and Urban Harvest Garden Educators will provide classroom educators, parents and garden coordinators with hands-on experience that will help you use your Outdoor Classroom as an exciting educational tool! Explore lessons in gardening and basic cooking techniques that support TEKS objectives in earth science, social studies, health, nutrition, physical education and...
TWA’s L.A.N.D.S. Teacher/ Volunteer Training
TWA’s L.A.N.D.S. Teacher/ Volunteer Training
@ Falcon Point Ranch
Jun 19 – Jun 21 all-day
WHO Educators: 6 – 8th, HS EE, Biology & Ag Science Volunteers:Â TX Master Naturalists or Gardeners, Private Biologist, Retired teachers, College Students COST $225 per person Includes: Food, lodging for two nights, and materials For more events by the Texas Wildlife Association (TWA), visit their Events page!
Compensatory Mitigation Webinar Series: Part 1
1:00 pm
Compensatory Mitigation Webinar Series: Part 1
@ Not applicable
Jun 19 @ 1:00 pm
 This is the first of four webinars to assist permit reviewers in evaluating the potential for compensatory wetland mitigation proposals to achieve ecological objectives planned for the summer of 2018. To register, go to https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7485952740901587715
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
3:30 pm
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ Plant It Forward Warehouse
Jun 19 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. SNAP,...
Rice University Farmers Market
3:30 pm
Rice University Farmers Market
@ Rice University
Jun 19 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
The Rice Farmers Market is open every Tuesday, rain or shine, from 3:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Entrance 13B off of 5600 Greenbriar Dr. Parking is free. The Rice University Farmers Market supports activities, goods and services that promote community education about the benefits of eating fresh, locally produced food. No cash? Not a problem. The market has tokens that...
HREG Monthly Meeting
6:30 pm
HREG Monthly Meeting
@ United Way-Greater Houston
Jun 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
 All are welcome to Houston Renewable Energy Group’s monthly meetings! They will have a presentation on an interesting aspect of renewable energy in Houston, review HREG business, progress, and plan events. After the meeting, they usually spend some time socializing and finding out what is happening on the renewable scene in Houston from each other. Monthly Meetings are the best...
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Outreach Teacher Workshop
8:30 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Friends of Texas Wildlife Education Building
Jun 20 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
9:00 am
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
@ Central City Co-Op (Inside Kindred Church)
Jun 20 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
All About Central City Co-Op In September 2001, Jennifer Georgantas and Pat Greer dreamed of a community of people joining together each week around healthy, earth-friendly food. This dream became a reality 15 years ago with the founding of Central City Co-Op, Houston’s very first organic co-op. Organic Produce, Organic Community Our mission is to support sustainable, chemical free farming practices through...
Tai Chi
9:00 am
Tai Chi
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 20 @ 9:00 am
Meet in the outdoor classroom near the Nature Center for a one-hour beginner class with JJPV member and instructor Doug Ebeling. Programs are for all ages unless otherwise noted. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
City Hall Farmers Market
11:00 am
City Hall Farmers Market
@ City Hall
Jun 20 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
The public can enjoy a variety of locally prepared ready-to-eat or packaged to-go foods, pick up farm-fresh weekly groceries and at the same time support sustainable food, all amidst Houston’s dramatic downtown urban setting.  The City Hall Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors (located along both sides of City Hall’s reflection pool), including local fresh produce grown by local farmers, cheeses,...
Clean Waters Initiative Workshop
2:00 pm
Clean Waters Initiative Workshop
@ Houston-Galveston Area Council
Jun 20 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
 Join us for the next CWI workshop to discuss Water Quality & Public Health on Wednesday, June 20, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Houston-Galveston Area Council Conference Rooms B and C (second floor).
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Jun 20 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Environment Protectors Initiating Change (E.P.I.C) E.P.I.C. is a free service learning club for high school teens that is aimed at learning about, and solving coastal environmental problems through hands-on projects. If you would like to: Make a difference Help your community Make new friends Gain volunteer hours Have fun Join them for a meeting at the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands...
Galveston Forum: Coastal Solutions – Working With Nature
6:00 pm
Galveston Forum: Coastal Solutions – Working With Nature
@ Rosenberg Library - Wortham Auditorium
Jun 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Bayou City Waterkeerper is co-hosting a public forum in Galveston to discuss opportunities to protect people, property, and the environment. Join them June 20th to learn about and discuss proposed projects from the Corps of Engineers and the possible effects of such projects. Join Bayou City Waterkeeper along with representatives from Turtle Island Restoration Network, Galveston Bay Foundation, and Gulf Restoration...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Halls Bayou
6:00 pm
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Halls Bayou
@ North East Harris County Community Center
Jun 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Pollinator Workshop
6:00 pm
Pollinator Workshop
@ Lawther-Deer Park Prairie Preserve
Jun 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Please join the Native Prairie Association of Texas for our Pollinator Workshop to enjoy the wildflowers and wildlife at Deer Park Prairie.  Come watch the sun set and see a land that looks much as it did in 1836, when the soldiers marched to San Jacinto.
Houston GREEN Film Series
6:30 pm
Houston GREEN Film Series
@ Rice Media Center
Jun 20 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
 The films presented by the Houston Green Film Series are free to public and funded by volunteer efforts, in-kind contributions and donations from the public. In general, the series is screened on the third Wednesday of each month. For current films, visit the Houston Green Films website or Facebook page.
Houston GREEN Film Series – Evolution of Organic
6:30 pm
Houston GREEN Film Series – Evolution of Organic
@ Rice Media Center
Jun 20 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Mark Kitchell’s Evolution of Organic brings us the story of organic agriculture, told by those who built the movement. A motley crew of back-to-the-landers, spiritual seekers and farmers’ sons and daughters rejected chemical industrial farming and set out to discover organic alternatives. By now organic has gone mainstream – split into an industry oriented toward bringing organic to all people,...
Post-Harvey meeting
6:30 pm
Post-Harvey meeting
@ Highlands Community Center
Jun 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
 On June 20, 2018, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Texas Health and Environmental Alliance will host a public meeting featuring two presentations: geologist Dr. Kathleen Garland will present her findings on the San Jacinto Waste Pits Superfund site post-Harvey, and researchers from Oregon State University will present findings from their post-Harvey wristband study. The meeting will be held at the Highlands/San...
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Outreach Teacher Workshop
8:30 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Lake Houston Wilderness Park
Jun 21 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Houston Community ToolBank Warehouse Tour
9:00 am
Houston Community ToolBank Warehouse Tour
@ Houston Community ToolBank
Jun 21 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
 Every third Thursday of the month from 9:00 to 10:00 am the Houston Community ToolBank host an open warehouse tour. The ToolBank lends tools (hammers, shovels, saws, etc.) and items (tents, tables, chairs, safety gear, etc.) to nonprofits, community groups and corporate volunteers for charitable projects. Access to ToolBank tools eliminates the need for agencies and groups to incur the...
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
9:00 am
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
Jun 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Texas Coastal Watershed Program holds weekly volunteer days for their stormwater wetland program, 9am-12pm on Thursdays. Volunteers help propagate plants in the wetland plant nursery at Exploration Green in Clear Lake City, or at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson.  The stormwater wetland program is developing demonstration projects to show  how wetlands can be designed into flood...
Urban Harvest Garden Classes
9:00 am
Urban Harvest Garden Classes
Jun 21 @ 9:00 am
Join Urban Harvest for a series of fun and informative garden classes. Upcoming classes in the “Be Waterwise With Low Volume Irrigation Series” include: Sat. June 9:Â Low Volume Irrigation (HMNS*) Sat. June 16:Â Starting a Community or School Garden Workshop Sat. July 21:Â Fall Vegetable Gardening (HMNS*) Sat. Aug 11:Â Waste Not, Want Not – Bokashi and Vermicomposting Times vary form workshop to...
Reopened Woodway Entrance of the Houston Arboretum
9:30 am
Reopened Woodway Entrance of the Houston Arboretum
@ Houston Arboretum, Woodway Entrance
Jun 21 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
 Guided tours by Arboretum experts at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. (Coffee, water and snacks provided) WHAT TO EXPECT: You will be immersed in the environment before even getting out of your car The tour goes through the new parking loop, past the two new ponds and through several of the new trails, including the donor boardwalk  Will showcase the savanna field station  Will...
Texas Bullet Train Meeting
12:00 pm
Texas Bullet Train Meeting
@ Frost Bank Financial Center
Jun 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
ALL ABOARD! Interested in the latest developments regarding the Texas Bullet Train? Join Scenic Houston on Thursday, June 21st for a briefing from Texas Central on its latest progress and plans to build the first high-speed train in the U.S., right here in Texas. We want to share this opportunity to learn all about the bullet train with you and your...
Texas Bullet Train Project Overview
12:00 pm
Texas Bullet Train Project Overview
@ Frost Bank Financial Center
Jun 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
 Interested in the latest developments regarding the Texas Bullet Train?  Join Scenic Houston on Thursday, June 21st for a briefing from Texas Central on its latest progress and plans to build the first high-speed train in the U.S., right here in Texas. This project is a privately developed high-speed train system that will provide another choice for those traveling between the two...
Kingwood Farmers Market
2:00 pm
Kingwood Farmers Market
@ Kingwood Town Center Park
Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Every Thursday, rain or shine, from 2 pm to 6 pm (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time), Lake Houston Area residents visit Kingwood Town Center Park to pick up produce, fresh bread, homemade soaps, herbs, flowers, plants, Indian food, and more from Kingwood Farmers Market. The Kingwood Famers Market makes our community stronger because shoppers have the opportunity...
After Dark Sip and Sea (21+)
6:00 pm
After Dark Sip and Sea (21+)
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
 If you’ve always wanted to relax and sip a favorite glass of wine against the elegant backdrop of the Zoo’s beautiful Reflection Pool, this event is for you. Wear your favorite white attire for this al fresco evening under the stars. While you’re here, you can learn more about the Zoo’s aquatic animals, like sea lions and sea turtles, and...
Blanket Bingo – Pride Edition!
6:00 pm
Blanket Bingo – Pride Edition!
@ Market Square Park
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 It’s Pride Week and Downtown District and BBP are raising our rainbow flags! Be entertained by the lovely Violet S’Arbleau, Miss Gay Texas America 2017, who will co-host the evening alongside John Mills McCoin, your favorite zany announcer. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs or snag one of the tables at the park for a night of fun, music and great...
Bolivar Forum: Coastal Solutions – Working With Nature
6:00 pm
Bolivar Forum: Coastal Solutions – Working With Nature
@ Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Department - Community Room
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bayou City Waterkeerper is co-hosting a public forum in Bolivar to discuss opportunities to protect people, property, and the environment. Join them June 21st to learn about and discuss proposed projects from the Corps of Engineers and the possible effects of such projects. Join Bayou City Waterkeeper along with representatives from Turtle Island Restoration Network, Galveston Bay Foundation, and Gulf Restoration...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings- Addicks Reservoir
6:00 pm
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings- Addicks Reservoir
@ Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Native Plant Society Meeting
6:45 pm
NPSOT A Love Affair with Pollinators
6:45 pm
NPSOT A Love Affair with Pollinators
@ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Jun 21 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm
NPSOT A Love Affair with Pollinators: Confessions of a Citizen Scientist When you want to help pollinators survive in the city, you plant a wildlife-habitat garden at home! In this presentation, Ms. Lauren Simpson will share the story of St. Julian’s Crossing, her Houston home’s own wildlife-habitat gardens, which have welcomed 44 species of butterfly, close to 30 species of...
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Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 22 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
Memorial Park Conservation Crew Work Day
9:00 am
Memorial Park Conservation Crew Work Day
@ Memorial Park
Jun 22 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Get an up-close look at what it takes to manage a healthy forest, prairie, and bayou shoreline. Volunteers are crucial to Memorial Park Conservancy’s mission to preserve, protect, and enhance Memorial Park for Houstonians of today and tomorrow. Work includes invasive species management, trail work, native prairie plant grow out, seed collection, and more. Join the front lines of our...
Native Plant Propagation
9:00 am
Native Plant Propagation
@ Edith Moore Nature Sanctuary
Jun 22 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
All volunteers must pre-register by the Wednesday before workday with Bethany Foshée at bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, telephone 713-932-1639. Activities include trail maintenance, filling bird feeders and baths, litter pick-up, native gardening, and invasive species removal.
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
Children’s Story Hour
10:00 am
Children’s Story Hour
@ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home. For more information, visit hermannpark.org.
Daylight Hour
12:00 pm
Daylight Hour
@ Building Energy Exchange
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
 Registration is officially open for Daylight Hour 2018, a global social media campaign promoting energy savings and health in the office environment, and they hope that your office will participate again! As a reminder, participation is easy: register your office here, turn off non-critical lights from noon to 1pm on June 22nd, bask in the daylight, and post about involvement to social media leading...
Friday Afternoon Hikes
1:00 pm
Friday Afternoon Hikes
@ Huntsville State Park
Jun 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
 Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks, and weather appropriate clothing. Everyone will meet up at the Nature Center before the hike.
ASWM-NRCS Wetland Training Webinar 1: Introduction to Wetlands
2:00 pm
ASWM-NRCS Wetland Training Webinar 1: Introduction to Wetlands
@ Not applicable
Jun 22 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
 To register for the webinar, go to https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2247385665903618305. The webinar will start with introducing the primary components of a wetland, moving on to what makes wetlands distinctive from other types of waters and land. Next, the webinar will cover the variability of wetlands across the landscape, including across seasons and time and the benefits of wetlands.
Evening Chill
5:00 pm
Evening Chill
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 22 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun...
Turtle Patrol at Galveston Island State Park
6:00 pm
Turtle Patrol at Galveston Island State Park
@ Galveston Island State Park
Jun 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
During the warm nesting season, park rangers conserve habitat, eliminate trash, and patrol the beaches for critters. We want you to help our endangered sea turtles and join us to help endangered sea turtles Park entry fee paid before trip (park permit on vehicle) All children must be accompanied by an adult • Be prepared for physical activity • Small...
Night Hike
8:00 pm
Night Hike
@ Daingerfield State Park
Jun 22 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Join a ranger at the pavilion for an evening hike. They will meet at the Pavilion in the Day Use Area at 8:00pm. Entrance Fees:Â $4.00 per adult (age 13+);Â Children 12 years and younger are free.
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2018 ASHRAE Annual Conference (Save the Date)
2018 ASHRAE Annual Conference (Save the Date)
@ George R. Brown Convention Center
Jun 23 – Jun 27 all-day
 The 2018 ASHRAE Annual Conference will be held in Houston, June 23–27, 2018. The Technical Program along with Committee meetings, Registration, Bookstore, and Speakers Lounge will be held at the Hilton America’s hotel and the George R. Brown Convention Center. Registration will open March 1, 2018. For more information, visit ashrae.org.
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 23 all-day
The Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center has a diverse spread of fun and educational summer programs lined up from May to August. Check out their website and summer schedule for more information.
Deer Park Prairie: Bird Survey
7:30 am
Deer Park Prairie: Bird Survey
Jun 23 @ 7:30 am
Bird Survey, Saturday, February 27, 7:30 a.m. with Damien Carey 1222 E. Purdue Lane, Deer Park, TX 77536 See (MAP for more details) Please bring a signed liability release: adult or  adult+children Please do not park directly in front of our neighbors’ houses – park across the street. As always on the prairie, wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. For seed collecting, bring...
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
8:00 am
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
@ Church of the Holy Apostles
Jun 23 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
This the same market that you knew as The LaCenterra Farmers Market! The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway gives local vendors and farmers a place to come together and celebrate good, hard, honest work – the work done by the hands of our neighbors. Come out and help us grow. Interested in becoming a Vendor? Â Download the application. Please the...
Woodlands Farmers Market
8:00 am
Woodlands Farmers Market
@ Grogan's Mill Center
Jun 23 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill was established in 2008 as “The Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market,†a weekly community event sponsored by the Grogan’s Mill Village Association. The Market is open Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm at the Grogan’s Mill Center. The market typically closes only one Saturday during the year, the Saturday between Christmas and New Year’s...
9:00 am
@ The Arboretum Trail at Willow Waterhole
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am
 The Arboretum Trail has been recently completed and it is time to welcome the community to view its entire 300 feet length and thank all those who participated in its construction!   Nine Eagle Scout projects and one Gold Award project were completed during the yearlong effort on the Trail, along with conservation workdays held with several area organizations. The Arboretum contains over 100...
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
9:00 am
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Clearlake Shores Farmers Market has a unique diversity of seasonal fresh fruits, nuts, beans and vegetables from Frobergs Farm and Georgias Grassfed Beef/Farm to Market, eggs and delicious canned and baked goods from Alvin’s Joyful Noise Farm, homemade preserves, salsa and hot sauce(Texas Select), delicious spice blends for seasoning(Salt-Spices and More), fresh served cottage foods from Mexico(Mama Lupes), Columbia/Paraguay(Kapau Empanadas)...
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
9:00 am
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
@ Deer Park Prairie
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Workday: Fourth Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. to noon or later Visitation of Deer Park Prairie is by appointment only. Since the prairie will be attended on scheduled workdays, they will be ideal days to visit. Please email HNPAT@TexasPrairie for appointment on either workdays or any other days. 1222 E. Purdue Lane, Deer Park, TX 77536  (Check out the map for...
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
9:00 am
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
@ Grisby Square
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market is a project of the Energy Corridor District®, a special district and a political subdivision of the State of Texas. It is the mission of the Energy Corridor Farmers Market to provide residents and visitors of the Energy Corridor District and West Houston with access to locally grown and seasonal fresh foods, to provide a...
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
9:00 am
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
@ Imperial Park Recreation Center
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will continue to host the popular Farmers Market at the new Matlage Way location, now in its 7thyear! The market features fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, grass fed meats, free range chickens and eggs, local honey, small batch foods and bakery items.  Visitors can browse the art from local artisans and try delicious ready...
Go Fish!
9:00 am
Go Fish!
@ Galveston Island State Park
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learn the basics of fishing through hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for door prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No fishing license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water. Registration and start time is 9:00 A.M. What to bring: Be sure to get a park pass (either...
Invasive Species ID and Treatment Workshop
9:00 am
Invasive Species ID and Treatment Workshop
@ Lawther-Deer Park Prairie
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
 A workshop designed to teach novice learners about common invasive species of the coastal prairie and their management. This workshop will provide hands on identification and safe and effective removal techniques.
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
9:00 am
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
@ First Congregational Church
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The goal of the Memorial Villages Farmers Market is to build a quality relationship between farmers, artisans and the community at large. Hosted by First Congregational Church in cooperation with the City of Hunters Creek Village, MVFM has quickly done just that, establishing itself as one of Houston’s premier farmers markets. Market Highlights High quality vendors Live music Playground and...
Pollinator Palooza
9:00 am
Pollinator Palooza
@ The Houston Zoo
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 Pollinators help plants complete their life cycle by moving pollen from one plant to another. This is a very important process if you like any of the following things – chocolate, fruits, ice cream, and even tequila! Celebrate these miracle workers during Pollinator Palooza. Learn about the different types of pollinators, pair pollinators with what they help produce, and learn...
Tomball Farmers Market
9:00 am
Tomball Farmers Market
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tomball Farmers Market is a registered nonprofit and works as a cooperative effort of local families dedicated to providing the highest quality food and handmade products to our community. This market was created by farmers and is operated by farmers. For information regarding parking or “what to bring,” visit Plan-Your-Visit. Are you interested in volunteering for the market, take a...
Wildscape Work Day
9:00 am
Wildscape Work Day
@ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
 Come celebrate Pollinator week on Saturday and Sunday with the TPWD at the park! The importance of these birds, bats, bees, and butterflies are more than just their beauty! The park’s wildscape garden has multiple garden beds dedicated to our pollinator friends. Come join the TPWD while they help make these beds more suitable for these wonderful creatures! Bring your...
Center Volunteer Orientation
10:00 am
Flower Power
10:00 am
Flower Power
@ Cockrell Butterfly Centre
Jun 23 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
 How do the teeniest, tiniest creatures make the biggest impact in nature? Find out at Flower Power, a celebration of pollinators like bees, hummingbirds, bats and beetles. Buzz on over to HMNS and celebrate these tiny but mighty, pollinating power-houses. You can build a hummingbird house and plant a seedling. Decorate a ladybug cookie, indulge in a honey tasting and...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Hunting Bayou
10:00 am
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Hunting Bayou
@ Kashmere Multi-Service Center
Jun 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Marine Biology Tour – Galveston, TX
10:00 am
Marine Biology Tour – Galveston, TX
@ Texas Seaport Museum
Jun 23 @ 10:00 am
 The Marine Biology Tour provides participants with a hands-on opportunity to observe dolphins and other species in their natural habitat, trawl for and handle marine organisms, study plankton through a microscopic lens, and explore Galveston Bay’s rich history. This unique experience takes place on board the SEAGULL II, a 50’ catamaran which docks at the Texas Seaport Museum, and is...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
10:00 am
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ University of St. Thomas - Farm
Jun 23 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. PLANT IT...
Animal Care Program Orientation
12:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 23 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Evening Chill
5:00 pm
Evening Chill
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 23 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun...
BBQ, Beer and Bingo
6:00 pm
BBQ, Beer and Bingo
@ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Jun 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
 Houston Arboretum and Nature Center Celebrate the official start of summer with delicious BBQ and beer while playing everyone’s favorite game, Bingo! There will be five rounds of bingo and nature-themed trivia to win great prizes from Bering’s Hardware, Pinkerton’s Barbecue, Eureka Heights, Katz Coffee, Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and more. The first round will begin promptly at 6:30 pm. Tasty Pinkerton’s...
Buzz and Snooze Family Overnight
7:00 pm
Buzz and Snooze Family Overnight
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 23 @ 7:00 pm – Jun 24 @ 9:00 am
 Join us for a wild night at the Zoo and get the buzz on the fascinating world of pollinators! From seed dispersal to forest gardener, we could not live without them. We’ll learn about the unique life of bugs as we explore the new BIG BUGS exhibit and find out about other pollinators that may surprise you. Celebrate these miracle...
Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
7:00 pm
Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
@ Allen's Landing
Jun 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
 Learn more about these thousands of magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us! Led by a “bat girl†docent, guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from the Waugh Drive Bridge on Buffalo Bayou. Time: Dusk – Boat departs 30 minutes before sunset (1½ hour boat rides) Cost: $30 per person (children under 4 are not...
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Blackwood’s Summer Nature Camp
Blackwood’s Summer Nature Camp
@ Blackwood Educational Land Institute
Jun 24 – Jun 29 all-day
Nature Camp is a week-long overnight camp for 8-14 year olds. Our goal is simple: get kids outside and active for the summer! At Blackwood, we understand the importance of giving kids the chance to play and develop a relationship with the outdoors. Do you have any fond memories of your childhood in nature with friends? We find that those...
Jones Park Bicycling
8:00 am
Jones Park Bicycling
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 24 @ 8:00 am
The Jones-Bender, Judy Overby Bell and Spring Creek Greenway trails are open for bicycling. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical ability, national origin, or religion. Anyone...
Pollinator Palooza
9:00 am
Pollinator Palooza
@ The Houston Zoo
Jun 24 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Pollinators help plants complete their life cycle by moving pollen from one plant to another. This is a very important process if you like any of the following things – chocolate, fruits, ice cream, and even tequila! Celebrate these miracle workers during Pollinator Palooza. Learn about the different types of pollinators, pair pollinators with what they help produce, and learn...
East End Farmers Market
10:00 am
East End Farmers Market
@ Navigation Esplanade
Jun 24 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Brought to you by the Greater East End Management District, the East End Street Market is open every Sunday from 10am – 2pm on the Navigation Esplanade (2800 Navigation Blvd.) in front of the historic original Ninfa’s Restaurant. Unique among Houston’s farmers markets, the East End Street Market blends sights and sounds, cuisine and culture to create an experience that is rooted in...
Pollinator Week – Wildflower Hike
10:30 am
Pollinator Week – Wildflower Hike
@ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Jun 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Take your camera and hit the trails while exploring the beauty of the native plants in the park. Go and celebrate Pollinator Week on Saturday and Sunday with Texas Parks and Wildlife at the park! The importance of these birds, bats, bees, and butterflies are more than just their beauty! Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike to see...
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 24 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Sunday Afternoon Ranger Walks
2:00 pm
Sunday Afternoon Ranger Walks
@ Palmetto State Park
Jun 24 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
A guided hike of Palmetto State Park. All ages welcome.
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Environmental Impacts to the Gulf Coast
9:00 am
Environmental Impacts to the Gulf Coast
@ NOAA Planet Stewards (Professional Development
Jun 25 @ 9:00 am – Jun 28 @ 5:00 pm
 What:Â Environmental Impacts to the Gulf Coast: What do we know, What can we do? Who:Â Formal and informal educators of middle and high school students. When:Â June 25-28th, 2018. Approximately 9am-5pm daily. Price:Â $50 per registrant, lunch included daily and Monday night dinner at Moody Gardens. Credit:Â 28-32 CPE hours, depending on final agenda Daily Field Trips:Â Moody Gardens Aquarium to explore the Flower Garden...
NOAA Professional Development Workshop
9:00 am
NOAA Professional Development Workshop
@ Carbide Park – Galveston County Extension Office
Jun 25 @ 9:00 am – Jun 28 @ 5:00 pm
 Artist Boat is working with NOAA to provide an educator workshop to help you better understand climate change and ocean acidification, and their impacts on our Gulf of Mexico, and provide resources to help you convey this information to your audiences. This Professional Development Program is sponsored by NOAA Planet Stewards Education Project, NOAA Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, and Artist...
Birding Camp
8:00 am
Birding Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 25 @ 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Ages 7 – 13. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Summer Science Camp: Young Naturalists, Grades 1-3
8:00 am
Summer Science Camp: Young Naturalists, Grades 1-3
@ Baytown Nature Center
Jun 25 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Campers entering grades 1 to 3 will get an inside view of what a naturalist does. They learn to identify insects, birds, fish and plants while learning about our environment. The fee for this camp is $75 for the week. Registration forms are available online  or at the Wetlands Education Center at 1724 Market Street, Baytown, TX...
Outreach Teacher Workshop
8:30 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ WG Jones State Forest Texas A&M Forest Service
Jun 25 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
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Birding Camp
8:00 am
Birding Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 26 @ 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Ages 7 – 13. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Outreach Teacher Workshop
8:30 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Houston Audubon's Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center
Jun 26 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
3:30 pm
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ Plant It Forward Warehouse
Jun 26 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. SNAP,...
Rice University Farmers Market
3:30 pm
Rice University Farmers Market
@ Rice University
Jun 26 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
The Rice Farmers Market is open every Tuesday, rain or shine, from 3:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Entrance 13B off of 5600 Greenbriar Dr. Parking is free. The Rice University Farmers Market supports activities, goods and services that promote community education about the benefits of eating fresh, locally produced food. No cash? Not a problem. The market has tokens that...
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Focus on Forests for Ag and Environmental Science Educators
10:00 am
Focus on Forests for Ag and Environmental Science Educators
@ Bugscuffle Inn
Jun 27 @ 10:00 am – Jun 29 @ 4:00 pm
 Focus on Forests is a three-day high-energy program. Our home base will be the lovely Bugscuffle Inn, near Cushing, Texas. Meals will be provided from Wednesday lunch through Friday lunch. What to Expect Get an overview of Texas’ forest industry by touring managed forests, an active timber harvest operation, forest product manufacturing facilities, and a seedling nursery Evening sessions, taught by professional...
Birding Camp
8:00 am
Birding Camp
@ University of Houston-Clear Lake
Jun 27 @ 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Camp activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, dip-netting, gardening, geocaching, flower pressing, games, crafts, stories and more! Ages 7 – 13. Limit 8 students. For more information and to register, visit www.uhcl.edu/environmental-institute.
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
9:00 am
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market
@ Central City Co-Op (Inside Kindred Church)
Jun 27 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
All About Central City Co-Op In September 2001, Jennifer Georgantas and Pat Greer dreamed of a community of people joining together each week around healthy, earth-friendly food. This dream became a reality 15 years ago with the founding of Central City Co-Op, Houston’s very first organic co-op. Organic Produce, Organic Community Our mission is to support sustainable, chemical free farming practices through...
Tai Chi
9:00 am
Tai Chi
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 27 @ 9:00 am
Meet in the outdoor classroom near the Nature Center for a one-hour beginner class with JJPV member and instructor Doug Ebeling. Programs are for all ages unless otherwise noted. All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
City Hall Farmers Market
11:00 am
City Hall Farmers Market
@ City Hall
Jun 27 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
The public can enjoy a variety of locally prepared ready-to-eat or packaged to-go foods, pick up farm-fresh weekly groceries and at the same time support sustainable food, all amidst Houston’s dramatic downtown urban setting.  The City Hall Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors (located along both sides of City Hall’s reflection pool), including local fresh produce grown by local farmers, cheeses,...
Webinar: Use of Microbial Source Tracking Tools in Waterborne Disease Outbreak Response
1:00 pm
Webinar: Use of Microbial Source Tracking Tools in Waterborne Disease Outbreak Response
@ online
Jun 27 @ 1:00 pm
 Fecal pollution in recreational and drinking source waters can result in outbreaks leading to the transmission of disease. Recent advancements in the field of molecular biology have led to the development of microbial source tracking (MST) tools that can characterize fecal pollution from different animal groups. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is using tools developed by EPA scientists for environmental...
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Jun 27 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Environment Protectors Initiating Change (E.P.I.C) E.P.I.C. is a free service learning club for high school teens that is aimed at learning about, and solving coastal environmental problems through hands-on projects. If you would like to: Make a difference Help your community Make new friends Gain volunteer hours Have fun Join them for a meeting at the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Spring Creek
6:00 pm
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Spring Creek
@ Big Stone Lodge at Dennis Johnston Park
Jun 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
Learning from Green Conferences
6:00 pm
Learning from Green Conferences
@ Green Building Resource Center
Jun 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gulf Coast Green is a regional conference held annually and attended by Houston green building enthusiasts, and Greenbuild is a national conference annually attended by thousands. Great for those who attend, but what if you can’t? Come see what some local folks have taken away from these events, and how that helps them move Houston to a sustainable future. And...
Oysters, Water, and Boaters presentation
6:00 pm
Oysters, Water, and Boaters presentation
@ United Way Resource Center
Jun 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 How Clean Are Galveston Bay’s Waters? What is being done to protect them? What can I do to help? Join GBF as we tackle these questions. Oysters, Water, and Boaters Presentation by GBF’s Water Quality Team Time: Reception: 6 – 6:45pm Program: 6:45 – 7:45pm Q & A: 7:45 – 8pm
Cultivating Native Plants from Seed
6:30 pm
Cultivating Native Plants from Seed
@ Red Cross Building
Jun 27 @ 6:30 pm
 Wally Ward will present a program on native plant propagation. Cultivating plants successfully from seed is something like law practice:  many times cases turn on the facts. An experimental frame of mind and information from experts can bring success, especially with native plants. Occasional crop failures are also a learning tool,  he shall be blunt about what can go wrong,...
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Environmental Impacts to the Gulf Coast
9:00 am
Environmental Impacts to the Gulf Coast
@ NOAA Planet Stewards (Professional Development
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – Jul 1 @ 5:00 pm
What:Â Environmental Impacts to the Gulf Coast: What do we know, What can we do? Who:Â Formal and informal educators of middle and high school students. When:Â June 25-28th, 2018. Approximately 9am-5pm daily. Price:Â $50 per registrant, lunch included daily and Monday night dinner at Moody Gardens. Credit:Â 28-32 CPE hours, depending on final agenda Daily Field Trips:Â Moody Gardens Aquarium to explore the Flower Garden...
HPARD’s Native Plant Propagation Workdays
9:00 am
HPARD’s Native Plant Propagation Workdays
@ HPARD Greenhouse
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Habitat Restoration Our volunteer group meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at the HPARD Greenhouse. We propagate plants from locally collected native seed. A typical workday may include seeding pots, bumping up trays into 1-gallon containers, separating seedlings, and weeding pots. We will also have special seed collecting trips, invasive species removal workdays,...
Outreach Teacher Workshop
9:00 am
Outreach Teacher Workshop
@ Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Outreach Teacher Workshops are six (6) hour hands-on trainings that introduce attendees to the Texas Wildlife Association, in-class and outdoor L.A.N.D.S. Outreach lessons and activities, and how to incorporate natural resources into classrooms or programming. Lessons focus on teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation and are TEKS-aligned. This workshop is ideal for educators grades K-8 (ages 5-14) and...
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
9:00 am
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Texas Coastal Watershed Program holds weekly volunteer days for their stormwater wetland program, 9am-12pm on Thursdays. Volunteers help propagate plants in the wetland plant nursery at Exploration Green in Clear Lake City, or at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory in Lake Jackson.  The stormwater wetland program is developing demonstration projects to show  how wetlands can be designed into flood...
“USGS Annual Data Dive” with LSGCD Water Efficiency Network
1:30 pm
“USGS Annual Data Dive” with LSGCD Water Efficiency Network
@ Houston-Galveston Area Council
Jun 28 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
 The Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District’s Water Efficiency Network will host a presentation by Jason Ramage of the U.S. Geological Survey, who will discuss the results from the latest round of measurements of water table levels in hundreds of water wells in the region. Ramage will also highlight various trends that have developed over the past decades of data collection...
Meeting of the Water Efficiency Network
1:30 pm
Meeting of the Water Efficiency Network
@ Houston-Galveston Area Council
Jun 28 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
 The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has been monitoring water table levels in hundreds of water wells on an annual basis in our region for more than forty years. At June’s Network meeting, they will discuss the results from the latest round of measurements. The speaker will also highlight various trends that have developed over the past decades of data...
Kingwood Farmers Market
2:00 pm
Kingwood Farmers Market
@ Kingwood Town Center Park
Jun 28 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Every Thursday, rain or shine, from 2 pm to 6 pm (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time), Lake Houston Area residents visit Kingwood Town Center Park to pick up produce, fresh bread, homemade soaps, herbs, flowers, plants, Indian food, and more from Kingwood Farmers Market. The Kingwood Famers Market makes our community stronger because shoppers have the opportunity...
Public Hearing on Hurricane Harvey Funding Distribution
5:00 pm
Public Hearing on Hurricane Harvey Funding Distribution
@ Courtyard Marriott at Katy Mills
Jun 28 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
 The Houston-Galveston Area Council is seeking input on the draft method of distribution of $241 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery funding to counties and local jurisdictions outside of the City of Houston and Harris County for buyout/acquisition and infrastructure projects associated with Hurricane Harvey. The allocation includes $111 million of recovery funds for a local buyout/acquisition...
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Spring Gully/Goose Creek
6:00 pm
HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Spring Gully/Goose Creek
@ Baytown Community Center
Jun 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.
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Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 29 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
An opportunity to participate in stewardship work for registered volunteers–if you are not already a volunteer, please check out Armand Bayou Nature Centers’ website for more information. Help restore the prairie by potting and planting native plants and forbs every Friday, rain or shine. You do not need to attend every Friday.
HPARD’s Milby Park Cleanup
9:00 am
HPARD’s Milby Park Cleanup
@ Charles H Milby Park
Jun 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
 Volunteer to help clean up litter at the Milby Park riparian restoration area! Please email Naturalresources@houstontx.gov to let them know you are planning to help. They would love to see you there!
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
Children’s Story Hour
10:00 am
Children’s Story Hour
@ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Jun 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home. For more information, visit hermannpark.org.
Public Hearing on Hurricane Harvey Funding Distribution
10:00 am
Public Hearing on Hurricane Harvey Funding Distribution
@ Hilton Homewood Suites
Jun 29 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Houston-Galveston Area Council is seeking input on the draft method of distribution of $241 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery funding to counties and local jurisdictions outside of the City of Houston and Harris County for buyout/acquisition and infrastructure projects associated with Hurricane Harvey. The allocation includes $111 million of recovery funds for a local buyout/acquisition...
Friday Afternoon Hikes
1:00 pm
Friday Afternoon Hikes
@ Huntsville State Park
Jun 29 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks, and weather appropriate clothing. Everyone will meet up at the Nature Center before the hike.
HREG Solar Workshop
2:00 pm
HREG Solar Workshop
@ TX/RX Labs
Jun 29 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
This free, monthly workshop addresses the basics on how to install and operate a solar system. It covers topics such as solar array types, costs of equipment and labor, permitting, energy savings, and reliability. The instructor, Bill Swann, is an expert in solar energy and has built many of his own solar systems. This workshop is ideal for all people;...
Evening Chill
5:00 pm
Evening Chill
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 29 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun...
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Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center Summer Programs 2018
@ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jun 30 all-day
The Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center has a diverse spread of fun and educational summer programs lined up from May to August. Check out their website and summer schedule for more information.
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
8:00 am
Farmers Market on Grand Parkway
@ Church of the Holy Apostles
Jun 30 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
This the same market that you knew as The LaCenterra Farmers Market! The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway gives local vendors and farmers a place to come together and celebrate good, hard, honest work – the work done by the hands of our neighbors. Come out and help us grow. Interested in becoming a Vendor? Â Download the application. Please the...
Houston Urban Conservation Summit
8:00 am
Houston Urban Conservation Summit
@ Sheldon Lake State Park & ELS
Jun 30 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
   The Houston Urban Conservation Summit will provide a unique opportunity to learn about the restoration, management, and monitoring of Houston’s diverse ecosystems and wildlife! Location: Sheldon Lake State Park & ELS What to bring: All participants should bring a reusable water bottle, notebook, and business cards. Day-of-event contact: (281) 660-6683 Cost: $10 per person (includes lunch) Rating: Intermediate to Expert Registration: REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please find...
Woodlands Farmers Market
8:00 am
Woodlands Farmers Market
@ Grogan's Mill Center
Jun 30 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill was established in 2008 as “The Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market,†a weekly community event sponsored by the Grogan’s Mill Village Association. The Market is open Saturdays from 8 am – 12 pm at the Grogan’s Mill Center. The market typically closes only one Saturday during the year, the Saturday between Christmas and New Year’s...
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
9:00 am
Clear Lake Shores Farmers Market
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Clearlake Shores Farmers Market has a unique diversity of seasonal fresh fruits, nuts, beans and vegetables from Frobergs Farm and Georgias Grassfed Beef/Farm to Market, eggs and delicious canned and baked goods from Alvin’s Joyful Noise Farm, homemade preserves, salsa and hot sauce(Texas Select), delicious spice blends for seasoning(Salt-Spices and More), fresh served cottage foods from Mexico(Mama Lupes), Columbia/Paraguay(Kapau Empanadas)...
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
9:00 am
Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market
@ Grisby Square
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Energy Corridor Farmers’ Market is a project of the Energy Corridor District®, a special district and a political subdivision of the State of Texas. It is the mission of the Energy Corridor Farmers Market to provide residents and visitors of the Energy Corridor District and West Houston with access to locally grown and seasonal fresh foods, to provide a...
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
9:00 am
Farmers Market at Imperial Sugar Land
@ Imperial Park Recreation Center
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will continue to host the popular Farmers Market at the new Matlage Way location, now in its 7thyear! The market features fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, grass fed meats, free range chickens and eggs, local honey, small batch foods and bakery items.  Visitors can browse the art from local artisans and try delicious ready...
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
9:00 am
Memorial Villages Farmers Market
@ First Congregational Church
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The goal of the Memorial Villages Farmers Market is to build a quality relationship between farmers, artisans and the community at large. Hosted by First Congregational Church in cooperation with the City of Hunters Creek Village, MVFM has quickly done just that, establishing itself as one of Houston’s premier farmers markets. Market Highlights High quality vendors Live music Playground and...
Tomball Farmers Market
9:00 am
Tomball Farmers Market
Jun 30 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tomball Farmers Market is a registered nonprofit and works as a cooperative effort of local families dedicated to providing the highest quality food and handmade products to our community. This market was created by farmers and is operated by farmers. For information regarding parking or “what to bring,” visit Plan-Your-Visit. Are you interested in volunteering for the market, take a...
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
10:00 am
Plant It Forward Farm Stand
@ University of St. Thomas - Farm
Jun 30 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Plant It Forward farms are selling fresh produces directly on-the-farm at their neighborhood Farm Stands. You can stop by during Farm Stand hours to buy freshly harvested produce from your friendly neighborhood farmer. If you’d like to stop by and see one of their farms, Plant It Forward recommends that you visit during Farm Stand hours and meet one of their farmers. PLANT IT...
Animal Care Program Orientation
12:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
1:00 pm
Natural History Demonstration
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jun 30 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the animals of Armand Bayou and the habitats they live in. Demonstrations vary from week to week: mammals, birds and reptiles.
Vox Storytellers 2018
3:00 pm
Vox Storytellers 2018
@ Cafeza
Jun 30 @ 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
 Vox Storytellers 2018 will thread together a narrative of Houston’s environmental past, present and future. Thoughtfully curated speakers, all Houstonians, who come from a range of professional backgrounds, will share their individual stories in the context of the city’s environment to give the audience a more holistic picture. Ultimately, Vox Storytellers hopes to probe the question – where do we...
Evening Chill
5:00 pm
Evening Chill
@ Houston Zoo
Jun 30 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun...
Full Moon Hike
8:00 pm
Full Moon Hike
@ BAYTOWN NATURE CENTER
Jun 30 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
 Join the Baytown Nature Center each month to explore a different section of the nature center in hopes of seeing nocturnal animals. All sorts of things have been spotted – no lions, tigers, or bears, but definitely raccoons, opossums, coyotes, owls, fireflies, and even flying squirrels! This monthly 90-minute hike begins just after sunset. Hikers are asked to wear comfortable...
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