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  • Fall Astronomy Night

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Join the Springfield Astronomical Society for star gazing and moon phases. Telescopes provided. Arrive early to view the sun! Call 891-1515, extension 4 for more info!

  • Homeschool Horticulture Series: Soils

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    This month we're getting dirty! We will study the ground beneath our feet and why it's more than just dirt! Designed for students 6-12. $5/student, please call 891-1515 to register.

    $5

  • Backpack Buddy Adventure: Fall Fruits

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    We're going on a hunt to find the different fruits trees produce. We'll then create our own creatures with them!

  • Monarch Butterfly Tag and Release

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Be a part of one of the most remarkable natural events on the planet! Join Friends of the Garden as we partner with Monarch Watch, a research and conservation program, to tag migratory monarchs.  From Springfield, a Monarch can travel about 1,600 miles to its overwintering site in Mexico. Help local experts: tag a butterfly, […]

  • Christmas at the Farmstead

    Gray Campbell Farmstead 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, United States

    An old-fashioned holiday celebration. Help decorate with handmade vintage ornaments and enjoy hot cocoa, cookies and carols. Gray/Campbell Farmstead 417-891-1515 Age:  All ages Time:  1-3 p.m. Fee:  Free

  • Parents Morning Out

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Need some shopping time alone? Bring your child to the Botanical Center for a morning of fun and activities. Online Registration required. Botanical Center 417-891-1515 Age:  4-12 yrs. Time:  9 […]

  • Homeschool Horticulture Series

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    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    School-age kids are invited to a variety of classes about nature on the second Friday of the month. Registration required. Age: 6-11 yrs. Time: 10 a.m.-Noon Fee: $5/Student

  • Summer Nature Series: Amphibians vs. Reptiles

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Join us in June as we are going to compare and contrast amphibians and reptiles! For children age 6-11, $5/student. Call 891-1515, x 4 to register. Registration closes June 2.

  • Foraging Missouri with Rachael West

    Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, United States

    Join us as Rachael, owner and founder of Eating the Ozarks, teaches us about the abundance of food in our own landscapes. This will be an outside event, starting at the botanical center. Free event, no registration needed. Call 891-1515, x4 for more information.

  • Fantastic Friday at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

    Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, United States

    The Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden in Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park is a beautiful place to learn more about Japanese culture. Enjoy stories and songs, and explore the beautiful gardens. Admission is free from 10 a.m.-noon. Bring your library card -- the Mobile Library will be parked nearby for all of these events.