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SUMMARY:Roston Native Butterfly House Docent Training
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at the Roston Native Butterfly House and help bring the beauty of the Ozarks to life! Located within the Springfield Botanical Gardens\, the Butterfly House is a seasonal attraction open early-May through September that showcases the full life cycle of native butterflies and moths in a vibrant\, ever-changing environment. \nVolunteers play an important role by welcoming guests\, answering questions\, and helping visitors understand the connection between native plants\, pollinators\, and local wildlife. Opportunities also include assisting with the care and raising of native butterflies and moths\, supporting educational experiences\, and helping maintain a welcoming space for families\, schools\, and nature lovers. \nWhether you enjoy working with people\, have a passion for gardening or conservation\, or simply love butterflies\, this is a rewarding way to give back while supporting an important mission of environmental education and community engagement. \nIf you’re interested in becoming a Docent\, sign up for one of the training sessions HERE.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/roston-native-butterfly-house-docent-training/2026-04-25/
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SUMMARY:Roston Native Butterfly House Docent Training
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at the Roston Native Butterfly House and help bring the beauty of the Ozarks to life! Located within the Springfield Botanical Gardens\, the Butterfly House is a seasonal attraction open early-May through September that showcases the full life cycle of native butterflies and moths in a vibrant\, ever-changing environment. \nVolunteers play an important role by welcoming guests\, answering questions\, and helping visitors understand the connection between native plants\, pollinators\, and local wildlife. Opportunities also include assisting with the care and raising of native butterflies and moths\, supporting educational experiences\, and helping maintain a welcoming space for families\, schools\, and nature lovers. \nWhether you enjoy working with people\, have a passion for gardening or conservation\, or simply love butterflies\, this is a rewarding way to give back while supporting an important mission of environmental education and community engagement. \nIf you’re interested in becoming a Docent\, sign up for one of the training sessions HERE.
URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/roston-native-butterfly-house-docent-training/2026-04-22/
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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/2025-09-03/
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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/
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SUMMARY:Story Times at the Roston Native Butterfly House
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URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/story-times-at-the-roston-native-butterfly-house/2025-08-06/
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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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Springfield Botanical Gardens\, 2400 S Scenic Ave\, Springfield\, MO\, 65807\, United States
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SUMMARY:Story Times at the Roston Native Butterfly House
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URL:https://www.friendsofthegarden.org/event/story-times-at-the-roston-native-butterfly-house/2025-07-09/
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