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SUMMARY:Story Times at the Roston Native Butterfly House
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly House Docent Lindsey leads a new butterfly-focused story time this summer! Each story time will include reading a butterfly-themed book\, followed by a walk through the caterpillar cafe. Designed for toddlers to children 7 years old. Each story time will begin near the butterfly house.\nThe stories chosen are:\n\n7/9: The Little Butterfly That Could\n7/23: If You Want to be a Butterfly\n8/6: Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar\n8/20: Caterpillars and Butterflies\n9/3: I Wish I Were a Butterfly\n9/17: Where Butterflies Grow\n\nFree event\, no registration required. For more information\, call Friends of the Garden\, 417-874-2952
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/story-times-at-the-roston-native-butterfly-house/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:Springfield Botanical Gardens\, 2400 S Scenic Ave\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
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SUMMARY:Iris Society First Fall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about gardening or looking to add a splash of color to your landscape? If so\, you’ll be excited to hear about a wonderful opportunity to dive into the world of iris! Join a vibrant community that shares your love for these stunning flowers. \nBy becoming a member\, you’ll enjoy six informative meetings each year\, participate in a fun holiday party\, take part in an annual fall iris rhizome sale\, and showcase your favorites at the spectacular annual spring iris show. All of this for just $5.00 a year! \nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this is a fantastic chance to learn more about growing iris and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Interested in learning more? Don’t hesitate to reach out! \n August 9th at 9:00 a.m. in Room A at The Library Center\, 4653 S. Campbell Ave.\, Springfield\, MO. \nFor more info\, please contact Susan Sims-Giddens at: ssg062f@mchsi.com or 417-877-0763.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/iris-society-first-fall-meeting/
LOCATION:The Library Center\, 4653 S. Campbell Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65810
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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SUMMARY:Story Times at the Roston Native Butterfly House
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly House Docent Lindsey leads a new butterfly-focused story time this summer! Each story time will include reading a butterfly-themed book\, followed by a walk through the caterpillar cafe. Designed for toddlers to children 7 years old. Each story time will begin near the butterfly house.\nThe stories chosen are:\n\n7/9: The Little Butterfly That Could\n7/23: If You Want to be a Butterfly\n8/6: Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar\n8/20: Caterpillars and Butterflies\n9/3: I Wish I Were a Butterfly\n9/17: Where Butterflies Grow\n\nFree event\, no registration required. For more information\, call Friends of the Garden\, 417-874-2952
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/story-times-at-the-roston-native-butterfly-house/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Springfield Botanical Gardens\, 2400 S Scenic Ave\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Story Time,Story Time
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SUMMARY:Garden Story & Craft Time: Potatoes!
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate National Potato Day\, we are reading a fun\, potato-themed book and doing a silly\, potato-themed craft. Designed for kids 2-8. Held inside the Botanical Center meeting room. Free event\, no registration needed. Call 891-1515\, ext. 4 for more info. \nTime: 10-10:30 a.m. \nFee: Free
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/garden-story-time-12-2025-08-21/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Story Time
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SUMMARY:Botanical Watercolor Class
DESCRIPTION:Paint your own vibrant garden in this class featuring herbs and a cheery bumblebee. With the design pre-drawn on watercolor paper\, this class is perfect for beginners and artists of all ages. Led by artist Laura Ingalsbe\, owner of Formed: An Artist Collective\, you’ll learn approachable watercolor techniques. By the end of class\, you’ll have a beautiful garden-inspired piece and your provided watercolor supplies to take home. \n$30/person registration includes all materials\, limit 40 people. Call 891-1515\, ext. 4 for more information
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/botanical-watercolor-class/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
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SUMMARY:Garden Story & Craft Time: Potatoes!
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate National Potato Day\, we are reading a fun\, potato-themed book and doing a silly\, potato-themed craft. Designed for kids 2-8. Held inside the Botanical Center meeting room. Free event\, no registration needed. Call 891-1515\, ext. 4 for more info. \nTime: 10-10:30 a.m. \nFee: Free
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/garden-story-time-12-2025-08-21/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
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SUMMARY:Backpack Buddy Adventure: Water!
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re studying the flow and use of water\, as well as its accessibility in different countries. Designed for kids 5-12. Free event\, no registration required. Activity begins in botanical center atrium before heading outside. \nCall 891-1515 ext. 4 for more info.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/backpack-buddy-adventure-water/
LOCATION:Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center\, 2400 S Scenic\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Backpack Buddy Adventure
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SUMMARY:Garden Walk & Talk: Peter Longley English Garden
DESCRIPTION:This month we’ll walk through the English Garden. Come learn about the original designer of the space\, and his designs. We will also learn about the plant selections the garden adopter chooses for this cottage-style garden. Free event\, no registration needed. \nTalk begins at the south side of the English Garden. Call 891-1515\, ext. 4 for more info.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/garden-walk-talk-peter-longley-english-garden/
LOCATION:Peter Longley English Garden\, 2400 S. Scenic Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Walk & Talk
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