Pre-schoolers and family are invited to listen to a garden-themed story followed by a fun craft or activity. Held the third Thursday of the month and the following Saturday. Age: All ages Date: Jan. 19, 21; Feb. 16, 18; March 16, 18; April 20, 22; and May 18, 20 Time: 10-10:30 a.m. Fee: Free
Grab a fully stocked Explorer Backpack and join us on third Saturdays to look more closely at the wild things in the garden. Botanical Center 417-891-1515 Age: 4-12 yrs. Time: 11 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free program, $15/Backpack FOG members, $18/Backpack non-members
A guided garden tour where we learn about the garden’s history and gardening techniques and how to incorporate aspects in your own yard. Age: 16 yrs. and up Time: 1-2 p.m. Fee: Free
Come check out beautiful artwork from artists at Studio 55 on display from various mediums! Paintings, photos, and more!
Learn the ancient art of Kokedama, or Japanese moss balls, from Brandon Fear of The Plant Room. Each participant takes home their creation. The fee covers all materials. Registration closes on August 9. For more information, call 891-1515, x4.
Grab a fully stocked Explorer Backpack and join us on third Saturdays to look more closely at the wild things in the garden. Botanical Center 417-891-1515 Age: 4-12 yrs. Time: 11 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free program, $15/Backpack FOG members, $18/Backpack non-members
Join members of the Greater Ozarks Hosta Society as they lead us through the shadiest corner of the garden & give helpful hints on growing beautiful hostas. Talk begins at the hosta garden. Call 891-1515, x4 for more information.
This month we’re diving into the dirt to learn about mushrooms! Where do they come from? What is their purpose? How many are there? For students age 6-11, $5/student. Registration required, closes Sept. 2. Call 891-1515, x4 to register.
A three-day celebration of Japanese culture and Springfield’s sister city, Isesaki, Japan, featuring performances, food, activities, vendors, and more. Presented by Springfield Sister Cities Association. Fri., Sept. 8 5 p.m.-10 p.m. $9/adult $4/child ages 3-12 Sat., Sept. 9 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $14/adult $4/child ages 3-12 Sun., Sept. 10 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $9/adult $4/child ages 3-12 […]
Step back in time to listen to music, see cooking and crafting demonstrations, play games and tour historic buildings at Gray/Campbell Farmstead in Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park. Saturday starts with a costume parade at 11 a.m., and a homemade apple pie contest at noon. Sunday starts with the Brush Arbor Meeting in the pavilion at […]
