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Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Jul 28 all-day
Inspired by the Australian-founded initiative, our Plastic Free EcoChallenge is a 31-day, global challenge to reduce and refuse single-use plastics. We invite you to create intention and take action on creating plastic-free habits with us! To join the movement visit plasticfree.ecochallenge.org.
National Moth Week @ online
National Moth Week @ online
Jul 28 all-day
REGISTER YOUR MOTHING LOCATION and/or PUBLIC MOTHING EVENT TO PARTICIPATE IN NATIONAL MOTH WEEK 2019. Public and private mothing activities may include mothing at night in backyards, parks and other venues using lights, traps and sugaring; or daytime events like searching for day-flying moths and caterpillars. Public events may also include lectures, presentations and any other moth-related activities. The map will...
National Bike Challenge with BikeHouston
National Bike Challenge with BikeHouston
Jul 28 all-day
National Bike Challenge with BikeHouston
From May 1 through September 30, 2019, BikeHouston, whose mission is the implementation of the City of Houston Bike Plan, will be sponsoring the city’s participation in the National Bike Challenge, a nationwide event that unites thousands of new and existing bicyclists across the country in friendly competition designed to celebrate and encourage biking. For more information on how to participate, visit lovetoride.net.
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End
Jul 28 all-day
Various Farmers Markets: GOFM and East End @ Galveston | Texas | United States
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)  
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Jul 29 all-day
Inspired by the Australian-founded initiative, our Plastic Free EcoChallenge is a 31-day, global challenge to reduce and refuse single-use plastics. We invite you to create intention and take action on creating plastic-free habits with us! To join the movement visit plasticfree.ecochallenge.org.
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Jul 30 all-day
Inspired by the Australian-founded initiative, our Plastic Free EcoChallenge is a 31-day, global challenge to reduce and refuse single-use plastics. We invite you to create intention and take action on creating plastic-free habits with us! To join the movement visit plasticfree.ecochallenge.org.
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Plastic Free EcoChallenge @ online
Jul 31 all-day
Inspired by the Australian-founded initiative, our Plastic Free EcoChallenge is a 31-day, global challenge to reduce and refuse single-use plastics. We invite you to create intention and take action on creating plastic-free habits with us! To join the movement visit plasticfree.ecochallenge.org.
(Deadline) Our Great Region Awards applications @ online
(Deadline) Our Great Region Awards applications @ online
Jul 31 all-day
The Our Great Region Awards recognize outstanding organizations in the 13-county region working to make the region an even better place to live, work, and prosper. Submitted projects must advance one or more of the Our Great Region 2040 plan’s Big Ideas. For more information on how to register visit www.ourregion.org/awards.
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…
Aug 3 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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8:00 am 2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
Jul 28 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center | Denton | Texas | United States
RESPONDING TO CHANGE: DYNAMIC STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND CLIMATIC TRANSITIONS The theme of the conference is Responding to Change: Dynamic Stormwater Management in Economic, Political, and Climatic transitions. The agenda includes a variety of general and breakout sessions, plenary speakers, and field trips.
8:00 am Jones Park Bicycling @ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jones Park Bicycling @ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Jul 28 @ 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...
10:00 am Birding 101 @ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Birding 101 @ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Jul 28 @ 10:00 am
Birding 101 @ Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Do you love birds? Want to learn more about the different birds in our area? Join a park ranger while we go search for some!
10:00 am East End Farmers Market @ Navigation Esplanade
East End Farmers Market @ Navigation Esplanade
Jul 28 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
East End Farmers Market @ Navigation Esplanade | Houston | Texas | United States
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...
11:00 am Farmers Market At LaCenterra @ LaCenterra
Farmers Market At LaCenterra @ LaCenterra
Jul 28 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Farmers Market At LaCenterra @ LaCenterra | Katy | Texas | United States
The Farmers Market at LaCenterra is back! Make plans now to come out on the fourth Sunday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be local vendors and artisans selling honey, cheese, fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables & much more. If you are interested in being a vendor, visit yourneighborhoodfarmersmarket.com.
12:00 pm Deep Adaptation: A Map for Navigating Climate Tragedy @ First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Museum District Campus
Deep Adaptation: A Map for Navigating Climate Tragedy @ First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Museum District Campus
Jul 28 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Experts are alarmed that climate disruption could collapse our global civilization. In July 2018, U. K. sustainability professor Jem Bendell published the academic paper “Deep Adaptation: A Map for Navigating Climate Tragedy”. In it, he predicts the “near-term collapse in society with serious ramifications for the lives of readers”. He asks us to shift our focus to Deep Adaptation, that...
1:00 pm Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jul 28 @ 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.
8:00 am 2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
Jul 29 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center | Denton | Texas | United States
RESPONDING TO CHANGE: DYNAMIC STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND CLIMATIC TRANSITIONS The theme of the conference is Responding to Change: Dynamic Stormwater Management in Economic, Political, and Climatic transitions. The agenda includes a variety of general and breakout sessions, plenary speakers, and field trips.
9:00 am Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Jul 29 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Every summer Houston Audubon’s education team creates amazing camp experiences for 9-13 year-old campers. Summer 2019 is going to brimming with birds and other wildlife, creativity and lots of nature exploration. This week is the perfect place for any nature-loving, acting-loving and general all around “character of a kid” camper. Campers will learn all about animal training and show production...
5:00 pm (Deadline) 2019 AIA Sandcastle Competition Registration @ East Beach- Galveston, TX
(Deadline) 2019 AIA Sandcastle Competition Registration @ East Beach- Galveston, TX
Jul 29 @ 5:00 pm
(Deadline) 2019 AIA Sandcastle Competition Registration @ East Beach- Galveston, TX | Galveston | Texas | United States
The 33rd Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition will take place on Saturday, August 24, at East Beach in Galveston, TX.  Team registration opened on Monday, March 4  at 9am. The first 10 teams to register will receive priority selection in the site lottery at the Kick-Off Party. Each team is required to complete registration by Mon. July 29 at 5:00pm. If...
8:00 am 2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
Jul 30 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center | Denton | Texas | United States
RESPONDING TO CHANGE: DYNAMIC STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND CLIMATIC TRANSITIONS The theme of the conference is Responding to Change: Dynamic Stormwater Management in Economic, Political, and Climatic transitions. The agenda includes a variety of general and breakout sessions, plenary speakers, and field trips.
9:00 am Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Every summer Houston Audubon’s education team creates amazing camp experiences for 9-13 year-old campers. Summer 2019 is going to brimming with birds and other wildlife, creativity and lots of nature exploration. This week is the perfect place for any nature-loving, acting-loving and general all around “character of a kid” camper. Campers will learn all about animal training and show production...
9:00 am Habitat Work Days @ NOA I Bldg, UHCL
Habitat Work Days @ NOA I Bldg, UHCL
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Habitat Work Days @ NOA I Bldg, UHCL | Houston | Texas | United States
There are many opportunities for you to get involved with EIH’s WaterSmart Habitat. Whether you’re looking for community service hours, or just a change of pace. Habitat volunteers help weed and mulch flower beds, plant native plants, maintain pathways, and trim trees and bushes. Volunteers may also help clean out the pond on select work days. Volunteering at EIH is a...
9:00 am Hurricane Harvey Summit @ United Way of Greater Houston
Hurricane Harvey Summit @ United Way of Greater Houston
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Join us at our Hurricane Harvey Summit as we release our publication of Texas Continues to Recover: Two Years After Harvey Report. Registration is $25 per person and includes a complimentary copy of the report. A light breakfast will also be served. To register visit childrenatrisk.org.  
9:00 am Texas Living Shoreline Workshops @ Harte Research Institute
Texas Living Shoreline Workshops @ Harte Research Institute
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Texas Living Shoreline Workshops @ Harte Research Institute | Corpus Christi | Texas | United States
Join us from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm for informative presentations and hands-on demonstration designed to beautify and protect your property’s shoreline. Lunch will be provided.
10:00 am Disaster Debris Webinar @ online
Disaster Debris Webinar @ online
Jul 30 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
While much of the focus in disaster debris management planning in southeast Texas is on hurricanes and flooding, other hazards need to be considered in planning. In this 1.5-hour, multimedia-guided webinar, participants will explore considerations in disaster debris management for wildfire and other debris generating incidents. The webinar will examine lessons learned from past incidents, including the Bastrop and Tri-County...
10:00 am H-GAC Disaster Debris Webinar No. 2 – Wildfire and Other Debris Generating Incidents @ online
H-GAC Disaster Debris Webinar No. 2 – Wildfire and Other Debris Generating Incidents @ online
Jul 30 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
H-GAC Disaster Debris Webinar No. 2 - Wildfire and Other Debris Generating Incidents @ online
While much of the focus in disaster debris management planning in southeast Texas is on hurricanes and flooding, other hazards need to be considered in planning. In this 1.5-hour, multimedia-guided webinar, participants will explore considerations in disaster debris management for wildfire and other debris generating incidents. The webinar will examine lessons learned from past incidents, including the Bastrop and Tri-County...
3:30 pm Plant It Forward Farm Stand @ Plant It Forward Warehouse
Plant It Forward Farm Stand @ Plant It Forward Warehouse
Jul 30 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Plant It Forward Farm Stand @ Plant It Forward Warehouse | Houston | Texas | United States
  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,...
3:30 pm Rice University Farmers Market @ Rice University
Rice University Farmers Market @ Rice University
Jul 30 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Rice University Farmers Market @ Rice University | Houston | Texas | United States
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...
8:00 am 2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
Jul 31 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center | Denton | Texas | United States
RESPONDING TO CHANGE: DYNAMIC STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND CLIMATIC TRANSITIONS The theme of the conference is Responding to Change: Dynamic Stormwater Management in Economic, Political, and Climatic transitions. The agenda includes a variety of general and breakout sessions, plenary speakers, and field trips.
9:00 am Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Jul 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Every summer Houston Audubon’s education team creates amazing camp experiences for 9-13 year-old campers. Summer 2019 is going to brimming with birds and other wildlife, creativity and lots of nature exploration. This week is the perfect place for any nature-loving, acting-loving and general all around “character of a kid” camper. Campers will learn all about animal training and show production...
9:00 am Central City Co-Op Farmers Market @ Central City Co-Op (Inside Kindred Church)
Central City Co-Op Farmers Market @ Central City Co-Op (Inside Kindred Church)
Jul 31 @ 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...
9:30 am Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Jul 31 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
10:00 am Summer Gator Tales- What is Water? @ Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education Center
Summer Gator Tales- What is Water? @ Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education Center
Jul 31 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Gator Tales meets on Wednesdays at the Wetlands Education Center in the summer and winter, when the weather can be more pleasant indoors. Parents, and/or grandparents, bring your 3-5 year olds to the best learning fun around. They will enjoy stories, crafts, games and more as they explore the wonders of nature, both indoors and out. And it’s free.
11:00 am City Hall Farmers Market @ City Hall
City Hall Farmers Market @ City Hall
Jul 31 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
City Hall Farmers Market @ City Hall | Houston | Texas | United States
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,...
4:00 pm E.P.I.C Program @ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
E.P.I.C Program @ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center
Jul 31 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
E.P.I.C Program @ Eddie V. Grey Wetlands Education Center | Baytown | Texas | United States
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...
4:00 pm Nature Story Time @ Nature Discovery Center
Nature Story Time @ Nature Discovery Center
Jul 31 @ 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Nature Story Time @ Nature Discovery Center | Bellaire | Texas | United States
What: Stories, puppets, specimens, songs and more for preschoolers and their caregivers. When: Every Wednesday at 4pm This is a free, drop-in program. As a courtesy, please call the Center to let them know if you are coming with a group of 6 or more so that they can be sure to have enough materials on hand for everyone.
8:00 am 2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
Aug 1 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
2019 EPA Region 6 Stormwater Conference @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center | Denton | Texas | United States
RESPONDING TO CHANGE: DYNAMIC STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND CLIMATIC TRANSITIONS The theme of the conference is Responding to Change: Dynamic Stormwater Management in Economic, Political, and Climatic transitions. The agenda includes a variety of general and breakout sessions, plenary speakers, and field trips.
8:30 am Project WET Educator Workshop @ WaterWorks Education Center
Project WET Educator Workshop @ WaterWorks Education Center
Aug 1 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Presenter: Waterworks Education Center The WaterWorks Education Center is currently a host of Project WET! This educator workshop will help teach all levels, formal and non-formal, on diverse water topics that educators can use to reach children with objective, experiential, science-based water education. Project WET is a world leader in developing interdisciplinary, hands-on activities to integrate knowledge of water resources and...
9:00 am Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Aug 1 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Every summer Houston Audubon’s education team creates amazing camp experiences for 9-13 year-old campers. Summer 2019 is going to brimming with birds and other wildlife, creativity and lots of nature exploration. This week is the perfect place for any nature-loving, acting-loving and general all around “character of a kid” camper. Campers will learn all about animal training and show production...
9:00 am KPC Greenhouse Volunteers @ Memorial Park Conservancy Greenhouse
KPC Greenhouse Volunteers @ Memorial Park Conservancy Greenhouse
Aug 1 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
KPC Greenhouse Volunteers @ Memorial Park Conservancy Greenhouse | Houston | Texas | United States
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...
9:00 am Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
Stormwater Wetland Program Volunteer Opportunity
Aug 1 @ 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...
2:00 pm Kingwood Farmers Market @ Kingwood Town Center Park
Kingwood Farmers Market @ Kingwood Town Center Park
Aug 1 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Kingwood Farmers Market @ Kingwood Town Center Park | Houston | Texas | United States
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...
3:00 pm Galveston’s Own Farmers Market @ The Bryan Museum
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market @ The Bryan Museum
Aug 1 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Galveston's Own Farmers Market @ The Bryan Museum | Galveston | Texas | United States
The best way to gain up-to-date information about Galveston’s Own Farmers’ Market is to sign up for their weekly newsletter. You’ll learn about upcoming events and community partnerships at GOFM, receive the most accurate list of expected vendors for each week, collect recipes based on vendor products and gain insider access to your local farmers’ market. If you’re interested in...
6:00 pm Mid-Main Market
Mid-Main Market
Aug 1 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Mid-Main Market @ Houston | Texas | United States
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...
8:30 am CEC’s Greater Houston Environmental Summit @ Community Resource Center at the United Way of Greater Houston
CEC’s Greater Houston Environmental Summit @ Community Resource Center at the United Way of Greater Houston
Aug 2 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
CEC's Greater Houston Environmental Summit @ Community Resource Center at the United Way of Greater Houston
Annually, CEC hosts a networking and learning event for the extraordinary people who work at or are interested in the work of environmental organizations in the greater Houston region. For more information and registration visit cechouston.org.
8:30 am Prairie Friday @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Prairie Friday @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Aug 2 @ 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.
9:00 am Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center
Aug 2 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Audubon Summer Camp: WILDlife Theater Camp @ Houston Audubon Raptor & Education Center | Houston | Texas | United States
Every summer Houston Audubon’s education team creates amazing camp experiences for 9-13 year-old campers. Summer 2019 is going to brimming with birds and other wildlife, creativity and lots of nature exploration. This week is the perfect place for any nature-loving, acting-loving and general all around “character of a kid” camper. Campers will learn all about animal training and show production...
9:30 am Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Children’s Nature Classes @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Aug 2 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot. EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday. EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday...
10:00 am Children’s Story Hour @ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Children’s Story Hour @ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Aug 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Children's Story Hour @ The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens | Houston | Texas | United States
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.
8:00 am Bird Survey – Eastern Glades @ Eastern Glades
Bird Survey – Eastern Glades @ Eastern Glades
Aug 3 @ 8:00 am
Bird Survey - Eastern Glades @ Eastern Glades | Houston | Texas | United States
Held monthly on the 1st Saturday, beginning at 8 AM. The survey will be conducted starting in April 2019 and continue through the summer. There have been 147 bird species observed within Memorial Park outside of the Hogg Bird Sanctuary and the Houston Arboretum. The Eastern Glades Phase I is the first major Master Plan project to be implemented. The...
8:00 am Texas A&M Forest Service Forest Therapy @ Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Forest Service Forest Therapy @ Texas A&M Forest Service
Aug 3 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Texas A&M Forest Service Forest Therapy @ Texas A&M Forest Service | Conroe | Texas | United States
Texas A&M Forest Service offers three opportunities to participate in Naturally in Nature-Forest Therapy during the summer at Jones State Forest. During these free sessions, participants will learn to increase physiological relaxation. Limited Sessions: **June 8 and July 13 are set for adults and children. Please note that it is one parent/guardian per one child. **August 3 is set for...
9:00 am KKG’s Electronics Recycling @ Kingwood Metro Park
KKG’s Electronics Recycling @ Kingwood Metro Park
Aug 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
KKG's Electronics Recycling @ Kingwood Metro Park | Houston | Texas | United States
The City of Houston Solid Waste Department and CompuCycle are providing monthly one day E-Recyclable collection events on the first Saturday of the month at the Kingwood Metro Park & Ride lot. Keep Kingwood Green encourages you to do the right thing and drop off your old electronics.
10:00 am Bolivar Flats Beach Rambles @ Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary
Bolivar Flats Beach Rambles @ Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am
Bolivar Flats Beach Rambles @ Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary | Bolivar Peninsula | Texas | United States
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...
10:00 am Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only) @ Salvage Warehouse
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only) @ Salvage Warehouse
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Historic Houston's Salvage Warehouse (Members Only) @ Salvage Warehouse | Houston | Texas | United States
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,...
10:00 am Mandell Park’s Toy Swap @ Mandell Park
Mandell Park’s Toy Swap @ Mandell Park
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Swap toys with other families, and keep usable toys from entering the landfill.
10:00 am Nature Center Without Walls @ Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
Nature Center Without Walls @ Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Stop by the Nature Center Without Walls to learn about nature topics, plus current events and activities at the Preserve. For more information visit Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve.
10:00 am Nature Nurture Series- Guided Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Nature Nurture Series- Guided Hike @ Baytown Nature Center
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The popular program is from 10 am-12 noon on the first Saturday of each month, except the month 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 outing; then stay to picnic, bird, hike, fish or just relax.
1:00 pm Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Natural History Demonstration @ Armand Bayou Nature Center
Aug 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.