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Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Oct 1 all-day
[metaslider id=2507999] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 8:00 am to noon: Urban Harvest Eastside Farmers Market at St. John’s Parking Lot (weekly) 8:00 am to noon: The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway (weekly) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm: The Woodlands Farmers Market at Grogan’s Mill Center (weekly) 8:00 am to 1:00 pm:...
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Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Oct 2 all-day
 We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 9:00am -1:00pm {October – May} Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (weekly) 10:00am -2:00pm East End Farmers Market (weekly)
Active Hope: Climate Grief & Transformation Group
1:00 pm
Active Hope: Climate Grief & Transformation Group
@ First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
Oct 2 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Transform despair to action in the troubled world – a mutual support self study group
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Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
6:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 3 @ 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by First Unitarian Universalist Church Climate Action Team. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
@ online
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
 As people of faith and conscience, we believe elections are a referendum on the values that will shape our future. How can we renew our fragile democracy? How do we honor the human dignity of every person? Will we protect our Sacred Earth and our children’s future? What policies will prioritize the common good and confront future crises that remind...
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
7:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 4 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by Extinction Rebellion. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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People’s Eco-Challenge
12:00 am
People’s Eco-Challenge
@ online
Oct 5 @ 12:00 am – Oct 26 @ 11:45 pm
 All Houston-area residents are invited to participate in the online People’s Ecochallenge. This event offers you the opportunity to care for the earth by taking on a challenge in: regenerating nature, nourishing food, balancing consumption, cultivating communities or enacting equity. You can learn about these topics, take action in your personal life, advocate or create a new environmental justice/stewardship habit...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Oct 5 @ 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...
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
@ ONLINE
Oct 5 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
 Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. That may seem like a very high hurdle. But, it translates to only a 5%/year reduction, starting now. Participants in this course will leave with a plan for at least their first 5% reduction, and knowledge of how to find the other 40%. Many participants...
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Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Oct 6 all-day
[metaslider id=”2508619″] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much!  2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Kingwood Farmers Market at Kingwood Town Center Park (weekly) (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time) 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Westchase District Farmers Market next to St. Cyril’s of Alexandria Church (weekly) (4 to 7 pm during...
Immense World Book Discussion Group for the Season of Creation
5:00 pm
Immense World Book Discussion Group for the Season of Creation
@ online
Oct 6 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
 Calling environmentalists, animal lovers, Christians observing the Season of Creation, and people of all faith/spiritual traditions to learn about the amazing sensory abilities of animals in a weekly book discussion group using the bestseller Immense World: How Animals Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us. In the last decade, research on other animals’ ways of perceiving and making sense of...
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Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 7 @ 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
Plant-Based Burger Bar & Potluck
5:30 pm
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Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Oct 8 all-day
[metaslider id=2507999] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 8:00 am to noon: Urban Harvest Eastside Farmers Market at St. John’s Parking Lot (weekly) 8:00 am to noon: The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway (weekly) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm: The Woodlands Farmers Market at Grogan’s Mill Center (weekly) 8:00 am to 1:00 pm:...
Armand Bayou Bird Survey
7:00 am
Armand Bayou Bird Survey
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 8 @ 7:00 am
 The monthly bird count will begin at 7 a.m., starting off from the front parking lot of Armand Bayou Nature Center, dispersing from there. Please try and be here by 7 a.m. as gates will lock promptly at 7:05. If you plan on attending, feel free to shoot Andrew Hamlett an email or just show up.
Second Saturday Bird Walks
8:00 am
Second Saturday Bird Walks
@ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Oct 8 @ 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...
Garden Tour & Prayer with Eyes Wide Open
10:00 am
Garden Tour & Prayer with Eyes Wide Open
@ Houston Botanic Garden
Oct 8 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
 Experience a private guided tour of the Houston Botanic Garden, followed by practice of the nature-based Christian spiritual discipline of prayer with eyes wide open. Prayer with eyes wide open is a very meaningful way to deepen spirituality through nature, and nurture a loving relationship with the earth. Through prayer that engages with the world around us, instead of shutting...
Citizens’ Climate Lobby Woodlands Chapter Meeting
10:30 am
Citizens’ Climate Lobby Woodlands Chapter Meeting
@ Virtual Event
Oct 8 @ 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...
Vegetarianism and the Environment
5:00 pm
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
Oct 8 @ 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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Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Oct 9 all-day
We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 9:00am -1:00pm {October – May} Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (weekly) 10:00am -2:00pm East End Farmers Market (weekly)
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Hermann Park Bird Survey
7:30 am
Hermann Park Bird Survey
@ Hermann Park
Oct 10 @ 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...
Second Ward Healing Hours
5:00 pm
Second Ward Healing Hours
@ Wonky Power
Oct 10 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Do you love the Second Ward? Do you have some time next week to come and talk to us about why? Join Kam Franklin and Citizens’ Environmental Coalition (CEC) for a week of music, fashion, connection, healing, and environmental education. Second Ward Healing Hours are part of the Houston Inspira public health storytelling campaign. The week-long event will feature local...
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
6:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 10 @ 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by First Unitarian Universalist Church Climate Action Team. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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
Oct 10 @ 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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Second Ward Healing Hours
5:00 pm
Second Ward Healing Hours
@ Wonky Power
Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Do you love the Second Ward? Do you have some time next week to come and talk to us about why? Join Kam Franklin and Citizens’ Environmental Coalition (CEC) for a week of music, fashion, connection, healing, and environmental education. Second Ward Healing Hours are part of the Houston Inspira public health storytelling campaign. The week-long event will feature local...
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
@ online
Oct 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
As people of faith and conscience, we believe elections are a referendum on the values that will shape our future. How can we renew our fragile democracy? How do we honor the human dignity of every person? Will we protect our Sacred Earth and our children’s future? What policies will prioritize the common good and confront future crises that remind...
Houston Climate Movement Monthly Meeting
7:00 pm
Houston Climate Movement Monthly Meeting
@ Online Event
Oct 11 @ 7:00 pm
 Houston Climate Movements Monthly Meeting
White Oak Bayou Association Monthly Meeting
7:00 pm
White Oak Bayou Association Monthly Meeting
Oct 11 @ 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.
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
7:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 11 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by Extinction Rebellion. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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Deer Park Prairie: Workday
9:00 am
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
@ Deer Park Prairie
Oct 12 @ 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...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Oct 12 @ 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...
Second Ward Healing Hours
5:00 pm
Second Ward Healing Hours
@ Wonky Power
Oct 12 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Do you love the Second Ward? Do you have some time next week to come and talk to us about why? Join Kam Franklin and Citizens’ Environmental Coalition (CEC) for a week of music, fashion, connection, healing, and environmental education. Second Ward Healing Hours are part of the Houston Inspira public health storytelling campaign. The week-long event will feature local...
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
@ ONLINE
Oct 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. That may seem like a very high hurdle. But, it translates to only a 5%/year reduction, starting now. Participants in this course will leave with a plan for at least their first 5% reduction, and knowledge of how to find the other 40%. Many participants...
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Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Oct 13 all-day
[metaslider id=”2508619″] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much!  2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Kingwood Farmers Market at Kingwood Town Center Park (weekly) (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time) 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Westchase District Farmers Market next to St. Cyril’s of Alexandria Church (weekly) (4 to 7 pm during...
The Houston Green Book Discussion Group
12:00 pm
The Houston Green Book Discussion Group
@ Downtown Main Library
Oct 13 @ 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
Climate Solutions 101
5:00 pm
Climate Solutions 101
@ online
Oct 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
 Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions. Rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges, these materials from Project Drawdown concentrate on game-changing climate action based on rigorous scientific research and analysis. This course, presented in video units and in-depth conversations, combines Project Drawdown’s trusted resources with the expertise of several inspiring voices from...
Second Ward Healing Hours
5:00 pm
Second Ward Healing Hours
@ Wonky Power
Oct 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Do you love the Second Ward? Do you have some time next week to come and talk to us about why? Join Kam Franklin and Citizens’ Environmental Coalition (CEC) for a week of music, fashion, connection, healing, and environmental education. Second Ward Healing Hours are part of the Houston Inspira public health storytelling campaign. The week-long event will feature local...
Craft Asylum – Second Thursdays
6:00 pm
Craft Asylum – Second Thursdays
@ Texas Art Asylum
Oct 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Leave your troubles at the door, and join us for a chill craft event, second Thursdays from 6-8pm. Bring what you’re making, and hang out with us while we’re making what we’re making. Knit, crochet, embroider, slow stitch, paint, draw, collage, quill, whittle — whatever. BYOB — light snacks provided. Must be over 18.
Creation Care 101
6:00 pm
Creation Care 101
@ online
Oct 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 Interested to connect your Christian faith to care for the earth? Want to learn how your church can live the faith through caring for creation? Or, want to improve your own stewardship? Join a free online course, Creation Care 101, and begin a journey of restoring faith, justice, and creation. Each session will feature talks from leading theologians and scientists,...
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Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 14 @ 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
Second Ward Healing Hours
5:00 pm
Second Ward Healing Hours
@ Wonky Power
Oct 14 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Do you love the Second Ward? Do you have some time next week to come and talk to us about why? Join Kam Franklin and Citizens’ Environmental Coalition (CEC) for a week of music, fashion, connection, healing, and environmental education. Second Ward Healing Hours are part of the Houston Inspira public health storytelling campaign. The week-long event will feature local...
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Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Oct 15 all-day
[metaslider id=2507999] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 8:00 am to noon: Urban Harvest Eastside Farmers Market at St. John’s Parking Lot (weekly) 8:00 am to noon: The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway (weekly) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm: The Woodlands Farmers Market at Grogan’s Mill Center (weekly) 8:00 am to 1:00 pm:...
Audubon Bird Survey
7:30 am
Audubon Bird Survey
@ Hogg Bird Sanctuary
Oct 15 @ 7:30 am
 Leader: Cin-Ty Lee Houston Audubon is conducting a monthly survey at Hogg Bird Sanctuary. Surveys are normally scheduled for the third Saturday of the month. Everyone is welcome. Beginners, experts, or even if you’re just curious. Everyone will meet at the parking lot at the dead end on the south end of Westcott Street at 7:30 a.m. If the gate is locked,...
Houston Arboretum Bird Survey
8:00 am
Houston Arboretum Bird Survey
@ Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Oct 15 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Leaders: Theo Ostler and Kelsey Low Meet in front of the building at the Houston Arboretum. The Third Saturday bird survey is a monthly event for experienced birders. It’s an opportunity for birders to help the Houston Arboretum keep a better record of the birds inhabiting the nature sanctuary throughout the year. Interested participants should bring binoculars, water, and their...
Willow Waterhole Bird Surveys
8:00 am
Willow Waterhole Bird Surveys
@ Willow Waterhole Park
Oct 15 @ 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....
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
Oct 15 @ 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...
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only)
10:00 am
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only)
@ Salvage Warehouse
Oct 15 @ 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,...
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Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Oct 16 all-day
We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 9:00am -1:00pm {October – May} Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (weekly) 10:00am -2:00pm East End Farmers Market (weekly)
Fall 2022 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event Sunday, October 16, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
1:30 pm
Fall 2022 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event Sunday, October 16, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
@ Willow Waterhole Greenspace
Oct 16 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
 Calling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment!  We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, getting the park spruced up for MusicFest on Oct. 29. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. Meet at the Schwartz Gazebo in the park to sign in. Metro...
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Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
6:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by First Unitarian Universalist Church Climate Action Team. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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Audubon Bird Survey
8:00 am
Audubon Bird Survey
@ Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
Oct 18 @ 8:00 am
Meeting Time: 8:00 a.m. in front of the restrooms Leaders: Mary Anne Weber, Skip Almoney Precinct 4’s Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve is an 80-acre property featuring Marshall Lake, which spans approximately 40 acres, plus a staff building, paved roads and parking lots, restroom facilities, and 1.7 miles of trails. Houston Audubon’s survey takes place on the third Tuesday of each month starting in...
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
@ online
Oct 18 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
As people of faith and conscience, we believe elections are a referendum on the values that will shape our future. How can we renew our fragile democracy? How do we honor the human dignity of every person? Will we protect our Sacred Earth and our children’s future? What policies will prioritize the common good and confront future crises that remind...
HREG Monthly Meeting
6:30 pm
HREG Monthly Meeting
@ United Way-Greater Houston
Oct 18 @ 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...
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
7:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 18 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by Extinction Rebellion. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
Active Hope: Climate Grief & Transformation Group
12:00 pm
Active Hope: Climate Grief & Transformation Group
@ Online
Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Transform despair to action in the troubled world – a mutual support self study group
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Oct 19 @ 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...
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
@ ONLINE
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. That may seem like a very high hurdle. But, it translates to only a 5%/year reduction, starting now. Participants in this course will leave with a plan for at least their first 5% reduction, and knowledge of how to find the other 40%. Many participants...
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Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Oct 20 all-day
[metaslider id=”2508619″] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much!  2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Kingwood Farmers Market at Kingwood Town Center Park (weekly) (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time) 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Westchase District Farmers Market next to St. Cyril’s of Alexandria Church (weekly) (4 to 7 pm during...
KPC Greenhouse Volunteers
9:00 am
KPC Greenhouse Volunteers
@ Memorial Park Conservancy Greenhouse
Oct 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 The Memorial Park Conservancy has generously offered Katy Prairie Conservancy use of their greenhouse while the Native Seed Nursery at KPC’s field office in Waller is being renovated. Volunteers will help grow plants that will be used for various Katy Prairie Conservancy spring projects and for the Great Grow Out. The Memorial Park Conservancy Greenhouse is located in Memorial Park...
Climate Solutions 101
5:00 pm
Climate Solutions 101
@ online
Oct 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions. Rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges, these materials from Project Drawdown concentrate on game-changing climate action based on rigorous scientific research and analysis. This course, presented in video units and in-depth conversations, combines Project Drawdown’s trusted resources with the expertise of several inspiring voices from...
NPSOT Houston Chapter Meeting
6:45 pm
NPSOT Houston Chapter Meeting
@ American Red Cross building
Oct 20 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm
 All of the activities, such as NPSOT monthly meetings and field trips, are open to the public and nearly all are free. New Location starting summer 2019: American Red Cross building, IH-69 (Southwest Freeway). The building is located on the North side feeder just West of Kirby. Social time and refreshments: 6:45 pm Meeting start: 7:15
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Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 21 @ 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
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Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Oct 22 all-day
[metaslider id=2507999] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 8:00 am to noon: Urban Harvest Eastside Farmers Market at St. John’s Parking Lot (weekly) 8:00 am to noon: The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway (weekly) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm: The Woodlands Farmers Market at Grogan’s Mill Center (weekly) 8:00 am to 1:00 pm:...
Deer Park Prairie: Bird Survey
7:30 am
Deer Park Prairie: Bird Survey
Oct 22 @ 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...
Woodland Park Bird Survey
7:30 am
Woodland Park Bird Survey
@ Woodland Park
Oct 22 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Meet count leader Jason Bonilla in the parking lot of Woodland Park. Please note that the park does not have a maintained trail system. As such, there is a lot of poison ivy that is somewhat unavoidable when walking the park and looking for birds. Additionally, there are terrain changes and unstable areas. Participants should wear long pants and closed-toe...
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
9:00 am
Deer Park Prairie: Workday
@ Deer Park Prairie
Oct 22 @ 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...
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Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Oct 23 all-day
We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 9:00am -1:00pm {October – May} Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (weekly) 10:00am -2:00pm East End Farmers Market (weekly)
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Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
6:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 24 @ 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by First Unitarian Universalist Church Climate Action Team. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Faithful Voter Weekly Discussion Group
@ online
Oct 25 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
As people of faith and conscience, we believe elections are a referendum on the values that will shape our future. How can we renew our fragile democracy? How do we honor the human dignity of every person? Will we protect our Sacred Earth and our children’s future? What policies will prioritize the common good and confront future crises that remind...
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
7:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 25 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by Extinction Rebellion. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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Archbishop Fiorenza Park Phase 2 Bird Survey
8:00 am
Archbishop Fiorenza Park Phase 2 Bird Survey
@ Archbishop Fiorenza Park
Oct 26 @ 8:00 am
Meet in front of the bathrooms near the parking lot off Eldridge. Are you looking for a fantastic place to see an amazing array of birds? Join Houston Audubon on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Archbishop Fiorenza Park (Phase 2) between Eldridge and Highway 6 for the chance to see a multitude of species, get a good healthy walk...
Children’s Nature Classes
9:30 am
E.P.I.C Program
4:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program
@ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Oct 26 @ 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...
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
6:00 pm
Living the Change Weekly Discussion Group
@ ONLINE
Oct 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030. That may seem like a very high hurdle. But, it translates to only a 5%/year reduction, starting now. Participants in this course will leave with a plan for at least their first 5% reduction, and knowledge of how to find the other 40%. Many participants...
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Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Various Farmers Markets: Kingwood, Galveston’s Own, Westchase District, Mid-Main Night market….
Oct 27 all-day
[metaslider id=”2508619″] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much!  2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Kingwood Farmers Market at Kingwood Town Center Park (weekly) (3 pm to 7 pm during Daylight Saving Time) 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Westchase District Farmers Market next to St. Cyril’s of Alexandria Church (weekly) (4 to 7 pm during...
HPARD’s Greenhouse Workday
9:00 am
HPARD’s Greenhouse Workday
@ Memorial Park Greenhouse
Oct 27 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Volunteers meet the second and fourth Thursday of every month to 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. They will also have special seed collecting trips, invasive species removal workdays, and planting events in restored prairies. If you’re interested in volunteering for the...
Climate Solutions 101
5:00 pm
Climate Solutions 101
@ online
Oct 27 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions. Rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges, these materials from Project Drawdown concentrate on game-changing climate action based on rigorous scientific research and analysis. This course, presented in video units and in-depth conversations, combines Project Drawdown’s trusted resources with the expertise of several inspiring voices from...
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Prairie Friday
8:30 am
Prairie Friday
@ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Oct 28 @ 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
HREG Solar Workshop
2:00 pm
HREG Solar Workshop
@ TX/RX Labs
Oct 28 @ 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;...
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Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Various Farmers Markets: Urban Harvest, Energy Corridor, Finca Farm Stand, Plant It Forward, more…
Oct 29 all-day
[metaslider id=2507999] We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 8:00 am to noon: Urban Harvest Eastside Farmers Market at St. John’s Parking Lot (weekly) 8:00 am to noon: The Farmers Market on Grand Parkway (weekly) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm: The Woodlands Farmers Market at Grogan’s Mill Center (weekly) 8:00 am to 1:00 pm:...
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Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Oct 30 all-day
We used to list these markets individually, but it was just too much! 9:00am -1:00pm {October – May} Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (weekly) 10:00am -2:00pm East End Farmers Market (weekly)
The Three-Part Path of Regeneration
6:00 pm
The Three-Part Path of Regeneration
@ online
Oct 30 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
 These days we have all experienced consequences of the climate crisis on top of dealing with challenges of day to day living. How can the resulting big changes and projects that we undertake inform a larger regenerative shift? Join Amanda Tullos, CEO & Founder of GreeNexus Consulting, to learn about her quest to move the needle toward a more regenerative...
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Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
6:30 pm
Book Circle: “Restoring the Kinship Worldview”
@ Online
Oct 31 @ 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Weekly book discussion group, hosted by First Unitarian Universalist Church Climate Action Team. To sign-up, email Nan Hildreth.
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