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UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

Houston Galveston Area Council SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP Aug. 15, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., in-depth look at a solid waste topic, 3555 Timmons Ln., http://www.h-gac.com/solid-waste-management/workshops.aspx learn, class, pollution, Houston

A WALK IN THE WOODS Aug. 17, 9 – 10:30 a.m., enjoy group outing to walk trails in Memorial Park, meet at rugby/soccer field parking lot in the park, 6501 Memorial Dr., http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com/clubportal/Calendar.cfm?clubID=3 enjoy, walk, park, Houston

RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP Aug. 17, 10 - 11 a.m., learn to install/use a rain barrel, also learn how rain barrels protect bay & save you money, get a rain barrel to take home, Houston Maritime Museum, 2311 Canal St., https://galvbay.org/events/rain-barrel-workshop-2/ learn, care, class, water, Houston

HIKE HEIGHTS TRAILS Aug. 6, 7 p.m., join group outing to hike 6 miles along trails on White Oak Bayou, https://www.meetup.com/HoustonUrban-Trekkers/events/ enjoy, walk, water, Houston

USING THE UNDERDOGS OF THE ANIMAL WORLD TO GAIN INSIGHTS INTO IMPACTS, RECOVERY & RESTORATION AFTER OIL SPILLS Aug. 13, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., webinar teaches about using Foraminifera, Periwinkles, Larval fish, Insects and other small creatures to guide

restoration efforts after an oil spill, https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ learn, media, class, animals, pollution, water, Houston

VOLUNTEERS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL BASH Aug. 10, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., volunteers needed to teach kids basics of fishing at lawn fishing tournament at Back to School Bash, Houston South Central P.D. station, 2202 St. Emanuel St., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ care, enjoy, kids, fish, Houston

CONNECTIVITY PROCESSES IN THE GULF OF MEXICO DUE TO OCEAN CIRCULATION Aug. 14, 11 a.m., webinar, expert presents on connectivity processes in the Gulf of Mexico and their implications for ecosystem management, https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ learn, media, lecture, water, Houston

Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY II Aug. 17, 7:30 – 11 a.m., follow-on class to Nature Photography, walk around park, look for & take shots, share tips, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.hcp4.net/kmp enjoy, learn, class, photo, park, Houston

CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING Aug. 7, 12:15 p.m., webinar to assist in development & implementation of plans to mitigate a community’s greenhouse gas emissions & increase resilience against climate impacts, https://ssfonline.org/climate-action-planning-10334 learn, media, lecture, Houston

Buffalo Bayou WELLNESS WALK Aug. 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m. & Aug. 10, 9 – 10:30 a.m., walk with discussion of mental/physical health & benefits of time in nature, (8/7): The Water Works, 105 Sabine St., (8/10): Guadalupe Plaza Park, 2311 Runnels Rd., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, learn, walk, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m., learn photo composition & other creative photography techniques using a Smartphone, based on the Moon and InFocus exhibits, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, photo, Houston

Hermann Park WALK WITH A DOC Aug. 17, 9 a.m., walk at your own pace, & ask health questions of local physicians, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council DISASTER DEBRIS WORKSHOP Aug. 16, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., workshop looks at impact of hurricane debris on landfills, recommendations regarding debris management, lessons learned & recent regulatory changes, 3555 Timmons Ln., https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egbn1hkv63699820&oseq=&c=&ch= learn, class, pollution, Houston

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Aug. 8, 6 p.m., fundraiser for coastal conservation assoc., auctions, raffles, games & dinner, Shirley Acres, 217 Woerner Rd., https://ccatexas.org/event-directory/ care, water, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science GIANTS OF THE PLEISTOCENE Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m., guided tour of the hall of paleontology, covering the giant mammals of the Pleistocene, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, animals, Houston

Buffalo Bayou WAUGH BAT COLONY BOAT TOUR Aug. 10, 7:20 – 8:50 p.m., learn more about bats that live under the Waugh St. bridge, and enjoy amazing view of them emerging at dusk from boat on Buffalo Bayou, 1.5 hour tour, from Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, boat, animals, park, Houston

WHAT’S THE HEALTH OF THE BAY? GALVESTON BAY REPORT CARD Aug. 25, 6 p.m., speaker from Galveston Bay Foundation reports on the health of the bay & actions you can take to preserve it, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-the-health-of-the-bay-galveston-bay-report-card-tickets-63924516951 learn, media, lecture water, pollution, Houston

HIKE BUFFALO BAYOU Aug. 14, 7 p.m., join group outing to hike trails along Buffalo Bayou, https://www.meetup.com/HoustonOutdoorsGroup/events/ enjoy, walk, water, Houston

NORTHEAST HOUSTON FARMERS’ MARKET GRAND OPENING Aug. 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., local products, kid-friendly activities, cooking demonstrations & more on opening day for this new farmers’ market, Kashmere Gardens Elementary School, 4901 Lockwood Dr., https://www.urbanharvest.org/calendar/ care, enjoy, farmers, kids, Houston

REI LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACKING BASICS Aug. 17 & Sep. 28, 2 – 4 p.m., learn tips on lightweight backpacking techniques, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

HIKE MEMORIAL PARK Aug. 6, 7 p.m., join group outing to hike on trails in Memorial Park, 7575 N. Picnic Ln., https://www.meetup.com/HoustonOutdoorsGroup/events/ enjoy, walk, park, Houston

REI BEAR BAGS & BACKCOUNTRY FOOD STORAGE Aug. 17, 4 – 6 p.m. & Oct. 26, 2 – 4 p.m., basics of bear canisters, & bags & when & where to use them, learn how to hang them as well as bear awareness, (8/17): 7538 Westheimer, (10/26): 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Houston Zoo ALL ABOUT THAT BUBBLY Aug. 15, 6 – 10 p.m., enjoy champagne or prosecco, live animal encounters, photo op.s, food, lawn games & more, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org enjoy, photo, animals, Houston

INTERNATIONAL & ADVENTURE TRAVEL BASICS Aug. 31, 4 – 6 p.m., learn about planning, preparation & execution of international adventure travel, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, Houston

Discovery Green SONIC PLAYGROUND thru Oct. 1, enjoy temporary playground in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston

REI WOMEN’S BIKE MAINTENANCE – FIX A FLAT Aug. 13, 6 – 8 p.m., women learn to fix a flat tire, change a bike tube & get going, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside

Houston Zoo EVENING CHILL Aug. 9 & Aug. 10, 5 – 8 p.m., zoo open late, keeper chats, family activities including kids DJ, coloring mural, onsite airbrush artist, giant lawn & zoo mask craft & recycling activity, learn more about reptiles & amphibians in keeper chats & natural encounters; 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org enjoy, learn, animals, kids, Houston

REI URBAN EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Aug. 10, 4 – 6 p.m., learn valuable planning & survival techniques for use in flood, fire, pandemic, tornadoes or other disasters, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, water, Houston

Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve SUMMER PASSPORT ongoing, get a passport, complete at least 6 activities during the summer & enjoy free family movie night, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.hcp4.net/kmp enjoy, learn, kids, media, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science BOKASHI & VERMICOMPOSTING Aug. 10, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., learn the how-tos & benefits of both bokashi & vermicomposting, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, garden, Houston

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center WILDLIFE PHOTO CONTEST thru Sep. 16, submit photos of wildlife to contest, fundraiser for the center, winners featured in 2020 calendar, https://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/calendar/ care, animals, Houston

Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY Aug. 15, 5:30 – 8 p.m., learn basic how-tos for nature photography, learn to get a good shot, basic workings of a camera & will then take some shots, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.hcp4.net/kmp learn, enjoy, class, photo, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou SUNRISE YOGA Aug. 16, 6:30 a.m., enjoy yoga on the lawn at The Water Works, 45 minutes session, The Water Works, 105 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston REI THE ART OF FIRE: ESSENTIAL SKILLS Aug. 17, 8 - 11 a.m. & Oct. 19, 2 – 5 p.m., learn fire building & tending, Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Houston Zoo DINOSAURS ongoing thru Sep. 2, immersive experience back in time to encounter various dinosaurs & spot connections between prehistoric creatures & animals in the zoo, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org enjoy, learn, animals, Houston

REI BIKE CHAINS & DERAILLEURS Aug. 6, 6 – 8 p.m., learn to care for & maintain your bike’s derailleurs & chain, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, Houston

TANDEM BIKE DEMO DAY Aug. 10, 8 – 11 a.m., Co-Motion Cycles from Oregon in town with their handmade tandem bikes (and single bikes, too), Team Winkel Hacienda, 2212 South St., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar enjoy, learn, meeting, cycle, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SPACE CITY WEATHER - WHAT MAKES HOUSTON FORECASTING UNIQUE? Aug. 13, 7 p.m., meteorologists discuss their Space City Weather website, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, lecture, Houston

HIKE CLEVELAND PARK Aug. 11, 7 a.m. - noon, join group outing to hike 13 miles in Cleveland Park, 4100 Scotland St., https://www.meetup.com/hatsandmore/events/calendar/ enjoy, walk, park, Houston

WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN WORK DAY Aug. 9, 6 – 9 p.m., volunteers tend the garden, 12581 Dunlap, http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ care, garden, Houston

Discovery Green THE SHAPE OF THINGS ongoing, metal sculpture exhibit in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, park, Houston

REI TENTS & SLEEP SYSTEMS Aug. 10, 1 - 3 p.m., hands-on workshop, explore tents, sleeping bags & more, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, Houston

Discovery Green STARGAZING Aug. 10, 8 – 10 p.m., Houston Astronomical Society assists attendees to view celestial objects through telescopes & answers your questions, family-friendly, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston

HEALTHY SOILS FOR PRODUCTIVE & SUSTAINABL AGRICULTURE Aug. 6, 2 p.m., webinar to teach practices that promote healthy soils, which in turn creates water quality, water security & other environmental benefits, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/healthy-soils-for-productive-and-sustainable-agriculture-evidence-and-barriers/view learn, media, lecture, farmers, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science BIOPHILIA: DIALOGUE OF NATURE, ART & SCIENCE thru Sep. 2, art & multimedia experience that unravels man’s intimate relationship with the natural world, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science GIFTED & TALENTED SUMMER WORKSHOP Aug. 5 & Aug. 7, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., teachers learn to enhance classroom strategy with ready-to-implement activities & techniques, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, class, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science MOON TOURS thru Aug. 16, briefing on Apollo 11 mission, followed by journey to the moon in spacecraft simulator, kids under 9 must be accompanied by an adult, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., see www.hmns.org for offerings & times enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER CAMPS thru Aug. 16, variety of topics for kids ages 6 - 12, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Summer-Camp-at-HMNS-Catalog-Final-Print-Version-2.0.pdf learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Discovery Green TREE HOUSE HAPPY HOUR Aug. 31, 4 – 7 p.m., enjoy rooftop patio seating during happy hour with view of the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou BLANKET BINGO Aug. 15, 6 – 9 p.m., fundraiser for the park, $10 admission to bingo game in the park, 301 Milam St., www.buffalobayou.org care, enjoy, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou FULL MOON HIKE Aug. 14, 7:30 p.m., enjoy hike along Buffalo Bayou during the full moon with Lunar Cycle Lighting Orbs, The Water Works, 105 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve GEOCACHING Aug. 9, 4 p.m., learn high tech treasure hunting, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.hcp4.net/kmp learn, enjoy, class, walk, park, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR thru Sep. 2, exhibit of the top wildlife/nature photos of the year, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, photo, animals, garden, tree, Houston

REI FIND YOUR PARK: BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK Aug. 17, 1 – 3 p.m., learn about one of the best spots to recreate in Texas, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

Levy Park NATURE NIGHT Aug. 17, 6 - 9 p.m., screening of Monkey Kingdom plus outdoor activities, crafts & educational booths, 3801 Eastside, https://www.levyparkhouston.org/calendar/ enjoy, learn. media, animals, kids, park, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council CLEAN WATERS INITIATIVE FIELD TRIP Aug. 8, 10 a.m. - noon, tour water quality mobile teaching lab & learn about Save Water Texas Coalition, North Harris County Regional Water Authority, 3648 Cypress Creek Pkwy., http://www.coastalcommunitiestx.com/ learn, meeting, water, Houston

Hermann Park GEORGE HERMANN’S BIRTHDAY PARTY Aug. 6, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., discounted train rides for kids 12 & under, games, arts/crafts, face-painting & more at Kinder Station, discounted snacks at Pinewood Café, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., https://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Houston Zoo WORLD ELEPHANT DAY Aug. 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., celebrate World Elephant Day at the zoo & learn more about these animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/events-calendar/ learn, enjoy, animals, Houston Matzke Park FAMILY GAME NIGHT Aug. 7, 6 - 8 p.m., lawn games in the park for families, 13110 Jones Rd., https://www.hcp4.net/tap/events/ enjoy, kids, park, Houston

LIGHT DISTRIBUTION RIDE Aug. 20, 7:30 – 9 p.m., cyclists distribute bike lights to those riding after dark without lights, meet at the Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine St. https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar care, enjoy, cycle, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center PINE NEEDLE PENDANTS Aug. 10, 1 - 3 p.m., relaxed art class, learn to combine treated pine needles, thread & beads to make wearable art or baskets, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ learn, enjoy, class, tree, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science LIFE IN STONE ongoing, gem carvings of animals by Gerd Dreher, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, animals, Houston

REI BEGINNER’S CAMPING WORKSHOP Aug. 31, 2 – 4 p.m., hands-on beginners class, practice setting up, selecting best sleeping bag, & get practical tips for first-time campers, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR TOUR Aug. 7, 6:30 p.m., tour of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibit with professional photographers, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, photo, Houston

Nature Discovery Center SUMMER CAMP thru Aug. 23, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., summer camp for kids 5 – 10, (week of Aug. 5 & Aug. 12): Backbone Bonanza; (Week of Aug. 5): Survivor Camp for Tweens; (week of Aug. 19): Wild Adaptation, 7112 Newcastle, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ learn, enjoy, class, animals, garden, kids, Houston

NIGHT HIKES Aug. 7 & Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m., join group hike along Buffalo Bayou, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., https://www.meetup.com/joinneo/events/ enjoy, walk, park, Houston

REI TRAIL RUNNING BASICS Aug. 24, 1 – 3 p.m., learn technique, training, clothing & footwear specific to trail running, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WILD BEES ongoing, exhibit of color photographs of native bees in their natural habitat, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, photo, animals, Houston

SWIFT COUNT Aug. 6, 8 – 8:45 p.m., volunteers count chimney swifts in a variety of locations throughout Houston, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ OR https://houstonaudubon.org/ care, enjoy, bird, Houston

LEARN TO RIDE CLASSES Aug. 7/Aug. 8 & Aug. 14/Aug. 15, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. & 6 – 7 p.m., and Aug. 10, 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., one-on-one classes by certified instructors to learn to ride a bike, for all ages, this is a two-part class, Rice University – BioScience Collaborative, 6500 Main St., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar learn, class, cycle, kids, Houston

Nature Discovery Center FAMILY NATURE NIGHT Aug. 14, 6:30 - 8 p.m., family-friendly event, learn about birds – their adaptations, their evolution from dinosaurs & their migrations, ages 3+, 7112 Newcastle, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, animals, kids, Houston

GOING WILD: THE CONSERVATION CO-BENEFITS OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE Aug. 7, noon, webinar addresses green infrastructure that helps to manage stormwater runoff, improve water quality, restore wildlife habitat & invite beneficial species to urban environments, https://www.epa.gov/green-infrastructure/green-infrastructure-webcast-series#upcomingwebcasts learn, media, lecture, water, pollution, animals, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science MOON PROJECT ongoing, special sculpture exhibited in honor of 50th anniversary of moon landing, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org enjoy, Houston

REI WOMEN’S BACKPACKING BASICS Aug. 10, 2 – 4 p.m., overview of planning, preparation & gear, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, Houston

Nature Discovery Center SNEAK A PEEK Aug. 6 & Aug. 7, 10:30 – 11:45 a.m., kids 3 – 5, fun animal themes & hands-on experiment-based classes, Topic: Slithery Snakes, 7112 Newcastle, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ enjoy, learn, animals, kids, Houston

HISTORIC HOUSTON SALVAGE WAREHOUSE Aug. 17, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., members purchase materials reclaimed from historic homes, 4300 Harrisburg Blvd, (713) 522-0542, http://www.historichouston.org/ care, recycle, Houston

REI HIKING WITH DOGS Aug. 24, 2 – 3 p.m., learn where to go, what to bring & what you may encounter on trail for a successful hike with your dog, 17717 Tomball Pkwy, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, animals, Houston

ROCKSTAR ENERGY BIKE PARK OPENING Aug. 16, 2 - 6 p.m., grand opening of BMX bike park, Bike Houston volunteers offer bike valet services, 12257 Kuykendahl Rd., https://bikehouston.org/calendar/#!calendar enjoy, cycle, park, Houston

REI BIKE MAINTENANCE – FIX A FLAT Aug. 27, 6 – 8 p.m., learn to fix a flat tire, change a bike tube & get going, 7538 Westheimer, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, cycle, outside

NATIONAL BIKE CHALLENGE thru Sep. 1, national cycling challenge, team for Houston competes with other cities around the U.S., points for miles ridden by registered cyclists, https://www.lovetoride.net/houston/groups/47?date_filter=4_2019&button=&utm_source=BikeHouston+Supporters&utm_campaign=3149a90b0c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_04_11_03_49&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_f1c3e33dd0-3149a90b0c-189302821care care, cycle, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SUMMER CAMP thru Aug. 9, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (or noon), half-day & full day camps for kids 4 – 12, different topic each week, (week of 8/5): Bird Life – meet common summer birds, learn their calls/colors & explore ecology of birds, nests & eggs, 4501 Woodway Dr, https://houstonarboretum.org/learn/ learn, enjoy, animals, fish, water, bird, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science 3D FILMS ongoing, wide variety of films being screened, see www.hmns.org for current show times/offerings, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Currently showing: Superpower Dogs, Great Barrier Reef & Apollo 11 – First Steps enjoy, learn, media, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science DEATH BY NATURAL CAUSES ongoing, exhibit explores real animal, vegetable and mineral dangers in daily life, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, garden, animals, Houston

PURPLE MARTIN WATCH Aug. 24 & Sep. 21, observe purple martins during their annual migration, locations & times TBD, https://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html enjoy, bird, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Aug. 10, 10 – 11:30 a.m., learn about the many volunteer opportunities such as habitat restoration, leading kids programs, fundraising & more, 440 Wilchester Blvd., www.houstonaudubon.org learn, care, Houston

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES IN HOUSTON

Sheldon Lake State Park LEARN OWL ABOUT IT Fri., 2 - 3 p.m., learn about owls – their ecosystem, adaptations & more, followed by dissection of owl pellets to learn what they’ve bene eating, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park INVASIVE CONTROL PATROL Sat., 9 - 10 a.m., volunteers tackle removal of invasive species in the park, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park GARDEN GAMES Sun., 2 – 3 p.m., different games in the wildscape garden each week, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 enjoy, garden, kids, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRDS OF A FEATHER Sat., 2 - 3 p.m., learn about the birds that live in the park in various habitats, then try to make a nest, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 learn, enjoy, bird, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park POND ECOLOGY Sun., 10 – 11 a.m., use dip nets to explore what critters live beneath pond surface, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 enjoy, water, kids, animals, park, Houston

Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve NATURE CENTER WITHOUT WALLS usually 1st Sat., 9 a.m., learn about nature topics & current events/activities, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., http://www.hcp4.net/kmp Next Opportunity TBD learn, park, Houston

Midtown Park BEATS & EATS 2nd Fri., 6 - 9 p.m., live music & food in the park, 2811 Travis St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 9 enjoy, park, Houston Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS varies, topics cover physical sciences, history, biology, & earth science, dissection, contact museum for details & dates/times, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, animals, Houston Bagby Park CHALK ON THE BLOCK 1st Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., artists create art on the sidewalks near the park, 415 Gray St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Sep. 7 enjoy, park, Houston Mandell Park TOY SWAP Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, swap toys with other families, keep usable toys from entering landfill, Mandell & Richmond Ave., http://www.friendsofmandellpark.org/html/all_events.html Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, enjoy, kids, recycle, park, Houston

Discovery Green ORBIT SLAM 1st Fri., 6:30 – 8 p.m., writing and poetry workshop for ages 13 - 19, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Sep. 6 learn, park, Houston

YOGA AT LEVY PARK Tues./Thurs., 6 p.m. & Sat./Sun., 10 a.m., yoga class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6/Aug. 8 & Aug. 13/Aug. 15 and Aug. 10/Aug. 11 & Aug. 17/Aug. 18 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

CO-HOUSING HOUSTON MEETING 1st Weds., 7 – 8 p.m., group promoting co-housing in Houston, the Black Lab, 4100 Montrose Blvd., https://www.cohousinghouston.com/ Next Opportunity Aug. 7 learn, meeting, Houston

PILATES AT LEVY PARK 1st Sat., 11:30 a.m., pilates class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Sep. 7 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

MEMORIAL VILLAGES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., farmers’ market, music, kids’ activities, food demonstrations, lectures & more, 1st Congregational Church, 10840 Beinhorn Rd., http://www.mvfarmersmarket.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, kids, Houston

Bagby Park TEACH YOU TUESDAY 1st Tues., 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., learn a different skill each month in the park, 415 Gray St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 6 learn, enjoy, class, park, Houston

HILL HIKE monthly on Sat., 8:45 a.m., join group to hike the hill at Sims Greenway, 11800 Scott St., https://www.facebook.com/pg/natureheritagesociety/events/?ref=page_internal Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, walk, Houston

CENTRAL CITY CO-OP MARKET Weds., open market of organic & local fresh produce, Kindred Church, 2515 Waugh Dr., http://www.centralcityco-op.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 care, farmers, Houston

Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center BIRD BUDDIES Fri., 10 – 11:30 a.m. or 1 – 2:30 p.m. (Sep. thru May), kids 3 – 5 discover birds & other animals, includes crafts, games & more, 3997 River Dr., http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/youth/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, bird, kids, Houston

HOUSTON PARKS ACTIVITIES ongoing, variety of dates/times, many activities offered by the Houston Parks Dept. for people of all ages in various city parks, from sports to tutoring to hands-on stewardship projects and more, see the link to the listing here: http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/ enjoy, park, Houston

MILBY PARK CLEAN-UP 4th Fri., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers clean up litter & plant trees in the riparian restoration area, 2001 Central St., https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 23 care, pollution, garden, tree, park, Houston BIKE TOURS daily, Bayou City Bike Tours offers guided rides for groups along Heights Blvd. & Buffalo Bayou, 1824 Spring St., http://www.bayoucitybiketours.com/book-a-tour/ enjoy, cycle, Houston

Mandell Park WORK DAY 1st Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers perform needed tasks in park, could include trimming trees, weeding, cleaning, planting & other tasks, Mandell & Richmond Ave., http://www.friendsofmandellpark.org/html/all_events.html Next Opportunities Sep. 7 care, enjoy, tree, garden, pollution, park, Houston

DRUM JAM AT LEVY PARK 2nd Sun., 3 p.m., enjoy drum concert in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 11 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

HOUSTON RENEWABLE ENERGY GROUP MEETING 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of group promoting renewable energy in Houston, United Way, 50 Waugh Dr.

http://houstonrenewableenergy.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 20

BODY BARRE AT LEVY PARK Weds., 6 p.m., body barre class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

Discovery Green RECYCLING SATURDAYS most Sat., 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., recycle paper, plastic and glass at the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, recycle, park, Houston

FAMILY STORY TIME IN LEVY PARK Thurs., 10 a.m., kids enjoy stories in the park, followed by activity or craft, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 enjoy, kids, animals, park, Houston

EASTERN GLADES BIRD SURVEY 1st Sat., 8 a.m., join group for bird survey in Eastern Glades portion of Memorial Park, meet at Fitness Center on Arnott St., www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity Sep. 7 care, enjoy, walk, bird, park, Houston

SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM WORKSHOP last Fri., 2 – 4 p.m., free workshop teaches basics of solar system installation & operation, covers types of solar arrays, costs, labor, permitting, energy savings & reliability, TXRX, 205 Roberts, http://houstonrenewableenergy.org/events/event-calendar/ Next Opportunity Aug. 23 learn, class, energy, pollution, Houston

Hermann Park BAYOU SAVANNAH WORK DAY usually 1st Sat., 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers work on pocket prairie, near 6520 Almeda, https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next Opportunities Sep. 7 care, garden, park, Houston

Discovery Green TAI CHI Fri., 12 – 1 p.m., learn tai chi from expert instructor, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 enjoy, class, park, Houston

KICKERILLO MISCHER BIRD SURVEY 3rd Tues., 8 - 10 a.m., join group for bird survey, 20215 Chasewood Park Dr., www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity Aug. 20 care, enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

BOLLYWOOD IN LEVY PARK Thurs., 7 p.m., Bollywood-style dance class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 15 enjoy, park, Houston

Hermann Park WHISTLESHOP PRAIRIE WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers work on pocket prairie, 6501 Memorial Dr., http://prairiepartner.org/events Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, garden, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS I one Thurs. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., kids ages 18 – 23 months learn about animals thru activities designed to develop motor skills, meet/touch live animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 10, Topic: Climbing Cats learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

VEGAN FOR LIFE Meeting last Sat., 7 p.m., monthly meeting for vegans to plan activities & activism, Central Market Community Room, 3815 Westheimer, http://www.vegan-for-life.org/about.html Next Opportunity Aug. 31 learn, meeting, Houston

BIKE RIDES various days/times, join group rides, various locations, organized by Bike Barn stores, http://bikebarn.com/articles/upcoming-rides-pg66.htm enjoy, cycle, Houston

VEGAN SOCIETY OF PEACE MONTHLY MEETING 2nd Sat., 6 – 9 p.m., potluck, presentations, food demons, product samples, door prizes & more, HCC, 3100 Main St., http://www.vegansocietyofpeace.org/vegan2ndsaturdays Next Opportunity Aug. 10 learn meeting, animals, Houston

Discovery Green SCREEN ON THE GREEN varies, family-friendly movie in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, media, kids, park, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS II one Mon. or Sat./month, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., kids ages 2 – 3 learn about animals thru hands-on activities & meet/greet live animals, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunity Aug. 12 & Aug. 17, Topic: Giant Giraffes learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

Discovery Green YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP some Sat., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., kids learn to express their thoughts & develop language skills, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10 learn, class, kids, park, Houston

MOVIE IN LEVY PARK usually last Fri., start time varies, family movie in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 23 enjoy, media, kids, park, Houston

INTERVAL TRAINING AT LEVY PARK Tues., 7 p.m., high intensity interval training in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

KEEP 5 ALIVE 2nd Sat., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers pick up trash & clean flower beds in Fifth Ward Civic Club, corner of Market & Lockwood, http://www.houstonbeautiful.org/news--events.html Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, pollution, garden, Houston

Houston Zoo ZOO SPROUTS III one Sat./month, 2 - 3 p.m., kids ages 4 – 5 learn how animals interact with their environment & see if they can do the same, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next Opportunities Aug. 24, Topic: Rumbling Rhinos learn, enjoy, class, kids, animals, Houston

PUBLIC PIANO PLAY AT LEVY PARK Fri., 10 a.m., play piano in the park or listen to others do so, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 enjoy, park, Houston

OLIVEWOOD CEMETERY CLEAN-UP 1st & 3rd Sat., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers remove brush & do landscaping at historic cemetery, 1300 Court St., http://www.descendantsofolivewood.org/category/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 17 care, garden, Houston

Bagby Park CHILDREN’S STORY TIME 3rd Tues., 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., kids enjoy a story in the park, 415 Gray St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 20 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science PLANETARIUM SHOWS ongoing, times vary, wide variety of shows, Burke Baker Planetarium, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., see www.hmns.org for offerings & times, Currently showing: Apollo & Beyond: Conquering Gravity, Arcs to Auroras, Black Holes, Dark Side of the Moon, Edge of Darkness, Expedition Reef, Passport to the Universe, Solar Superstorms, Starry Night Express, Tales of a Time Traveler, & Unseen Universe www.hmns.org enjoy, learn, media Houston

PLANT PROPAGATION WORKDAYS 2nd & 4th Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers seed pots, bump up trays to 1-gallon containers, separate seedlings & weed pots of native plants, HPARD Greenhouse, 6501 Memorial Dr., http://prairiepartner.org/events/ & https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 8

Hermann Park CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR most Fri., 10 - 11 a.m., little ones listen to story in McGovern Centennial Garden, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Exploration Green VOLUNTEER WORK DAY certain Sat., 8 – 11 a.m., volunteers perform needed work in the park, Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake,

http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunity TBD care, tree, garden, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science HMNS AFTER DARK occasionally, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., museum open, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, learn, Houston

CANOEING/KAYAKING/SUP/SURFING daily, rentals, guided tours & lessons available, variety of locations, Bayou City Adventures, 1520 Silver St., http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, Houston

Hermann Park PEDAL BOATS Fri. - Sun., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., rent pedal boats to use on pond in Hermann Park, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunities Aug. 9 – Aug. 11 & Aug. 16 – Aug. 18 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Discovery Green KAYAKING ON KINDER LAKE daily, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., enjoy kayaking on the lake in the park & watch fish swim nearby, also remote-controlled boats, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ enjoy, boat, fish, park, Houston

SCIENCE AT LEVY PARK 4th Sat., 2 p.m., kids learn natural science in the park, taught by Houston Museum of Natural Science, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 24 learn, enjoy, class, kids, park, Houston

ZUMBA IN LEVY PARK Sun., 11 a.m. & Mon., 6:30 p.m., Zumba class in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 11/Aug. 12 & Aug. 18/Aug. 19 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

Memorial Park GREENHOUSE VOLUNTEER DAY Weds., 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers work in park greenhouse to care for native plants, 6501 Memorial Dr., http://prairiepartner.org/events Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 care, garden, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center SCIENCE SPROUTS some Mon./Thurs., 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. (during school year), kids 4 & 5 learn about science/nature, take guided walk, get up close with

nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next opportunity TBD learn, kids, class, animals, tree, walk, Houston

Memorial Park CONSERVATION CREW some Fri. & some Sat., 9:30 a.m. - noon, volunteers work on conservation projects in the park, ages 12+, location in park varies, http://memorialparkconservancy.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science MEMBER EVENT 2nd Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., the museum opens one hour early for members on the second Saturday, family programming from 9 a.m., Kid’s Pass gets free gift at museum shop, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org, Next Opportunity Aug. 10 enjoy, Houston

Memorial Park GROW OUT Weds., 8 – 10 a.m., volunteers work in park greenhouse to care for native plants, south side of Memorial Dr. E., Memorial Loop & Crestwood, http://www.volunteerhou.org/need/detail/?need_id=297472 Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 care, garden, Houston

SATURDAY MORNING WALKS Sat., 8 a.m., join group walk 3 – 4 mi. walk in Ray Miller Park, http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Walking-and-Hiking-in-West-Houston/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, walk, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park PRAIRIE RESTORATION Tues., 8 a.m. – noon, ongoing restoration of tall grass prairie, 14140 Garrett Rd, http://prairiepartner.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science FREE THURSDAYS Thurs., 2 – 5 p.m., free admission to permanent exhibits, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 learn, Houston

MID-MAIN MARKET 1st Thurs.,6 - 10 p.m., music, prepared food, produce & more, benefits local non-profits, 3606 Main St., http://www.midmainhouston.com/firstthursday/ Next Opportunity TBD care, farmers, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park BIRD SURVEY 3rd Sat. (Sep. – May), bird survey in the park, contact Hannah.Buschert@tpwd.texas.gov for details, 14140 Garrett Rd. Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, garden, Houston

KIDS BINGO NIGHT AT LEVY PARK Weds., 4:30 p.m., kids enjoy bingo in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATURE WALK usually 4th Sat., 2 p.m. (except summer), enjoy a walk in the sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD enjoy, walk, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary COMMUNITY WORK DAY usually 4th Sat., 9 a.m. – noon (except summer), maintain bird sanctuary, children 5+ welcome, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, kids, Houston

Nature Discovery Center NATURE STORY TIME Weds., 4 – 4:30 p.m., pre-schoolers & caregivers enjoy stories, puppets, specimens, songs & more, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, kids, Houston

Memorial Park GROW OUT II Thurs., 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers work in park greenhouse to grow plants for the Katy Prairie Conservancy, 6501 Memorial Dr., https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd96GNdurFbf_y1_nghdRrGyG0vaYNBPKN0sP0PZWToRTLN1g/viewform Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 care, garden, Houston

PHOTO WORKSHOP AT LEVY PARK 1st & 3rd Sat., 9 – 10:30 a.m., learn photography in the park with Houston Center for Photography experts, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 17 learn, enjoy, class, photo, park, Houston

Sheldon Lake State Park WETLAND RESTORATION Weds., 9 a.m. – noon, ongoing restoration of wetlands, 14140 Garrett Rd, https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, park, garden, Houston

Midtown Park YAPPY HOUR 3rd Weds., 4th Fri. & 4th Sat., 5:30 - 7 p.m., treats for your dog, giveaways, contests& prizes in the park, 2811 Travis St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 21 enjoy, animals, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TADPOLE TROOPERS one Sat./month, 9 – 10:15 a.m., 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. & 1 – 2:15 p.m., (during school year), kids ages 3 – 5 (with parent) learn natural science, do craft, walk outside, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, class, kids, animals, Houston

Exploration Green PLANT PROPAGATION some Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers propagate plants in wetland nursery at Exploration Green, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake,

https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ OR http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 care, garden, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou LOOKING BACK BOAT TOUR usually one Sat./month, 10 a.m. - noon, guided historical tour along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity Aug. 17 enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Buffalo Bayou VOLUNTEER DAY 3rd or 4th Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers help maintain the park, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/BuffaloBayouPartnership/volunteerwaiver.html Next Opportunity Aug. 17 care, park, water, Houston

Buffalo Bayou SATURDAY BOAT RIDES certain Sat., time varies seasonally 30-minute boat rides along Buffalo Bayou, from 150 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity Aug. 17, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. enjoy, boat, park, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood Dr., 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Spring Branch Memorial Library, 930 Corbindale, 3rd Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Ln., register 281-855-5600, http://harris.agrilife.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 8, Aug. 20, & Aug. 15, respectively, August Topic: Fall Vegetables learn, lecture, garden, Houston

Exploration Green TREE NURSERY 2nd & last Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, volunteers repot, prune & stake trees, 1801 Neptune Ln., Clear Lake, https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ OR http://www.explorationgreen.org/#!calendar/c1xzt Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, tree, park, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science WING IT! Weds., 10:30 a.m. (thru Aug. 21), release of newly emerged butterflies into rainforest, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 learn, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science FEEDING FRENZY Fri., 9:30, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. (thru Aug. 23), watch staff members feed live animal collection, including snakes, centipedes & praying mantises, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 learn, Houston

MEYERLAND FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., farmers sell their produce, Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 8601 Chimney Rock, https://www.facebook.com/meyerlandfm/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, Houston

PEDALS & PINTS last Sun., noon, fun, no drop ride from either Bungalow Heights or Front Porch Pub, ride to Buffalo Bayou Brewery & then to Front Porch Pub, kid-friendly, steph@bungalowheights.com Next Opportunity Aug. 25 enjoy, cycle, kids, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB 3rd Thurs., 4 – 5:30 p.m. (during school year), school-age kids 6 - 12 learn about nature, make craft, take hike & more, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Buffalo Bayou WALKING TOUR usually 3rd Sat., 10:30 a.m. – noon, guided tour by naturalist, meet at Water Works, 105 Sabine St., www.buffalobayou.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, water, walk, Houston

ASHTON GARDEN RESTORATION DAYS usually 1st & 3rd Fri., 9 a.m. – 11 a.m., restore garden, park under Hardy Toll Rd. bridge, 21919 Inverness Forest Blvd., http://www.bayoulandconservancy.org/all-events Next Opportunity Aug. 16 care, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary SATURDAYS in NATURE usually 4th Sat., 1 – 4 p.m. (during school year), hands-on science program for families, 440 Wilchester Blvd., register with bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, http://www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science THRILLING THURSDAYS Thurs., 3 – 5 p.m. (thru Aug. 22), pet a tarantula, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., www.hmns.org Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 learn, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GARDENS LECTURE (Jan – Oct.): 2nd Thurs., 10 a.m., fun & education for adults/kids, Genoa Friendship Garden, 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd., http://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/ Next Opportunity Aug. 8, Topic: Form Dictating Function learn, lecture, garden, Houston

Discovery Green GREEN FLEA BY NIGHT usually 3rd Sat., 6 – 10 p.m., flea market, artful kitsch, vintage items, recycled/repurposed, collectibles & more, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/flea Next Opportunity TBD care, recycle, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURALIST EXPLORERS one Sat. each month, 9 – 11 a.m. (during school year), kids ages 5 - 8 learn natural science thru instruction & hands-on activities, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, class, kids, Houston

HISTORIC HOUSTON SALVAGE WAREHOUSE open by appointment, purchase materials reclaimed from historic homes, 4300 Harrisburg Blvd, (713) 522-0542, http://www.historichouston.org/ care, recycle, Houston

BIRD WALK usually 4th Sat., 8 a.m. (Sep. - May), meet at cabin, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900 or http://www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, bird, Houston

Discovery Green CONCERT IN THE PARK some Thurs., 7 – 9:30 p.m., family-friendly concert in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, kids, park, Houston

ENERGY CORRIDOR FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., locally-grown, farm-fresh produce for sale, 14710 Grisby Rd., http://www.energycorridor.org/shopping-services/farmers-market Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, Houston

ECO-OLOGY Tues., 3 – 4 p.m., EXPLORATION Mon. 5 – 6 a.m., VEGAN WORLD Tues., 8 – 9 p.m., KPFT. Next opportunities Aug. 6, Aug. 12, Aug. 13 & Aug. 19 learn, care, media, Houston

RECYCLE ALMOST ANYTHING http://texastakeback.com/, a comprehensive guide to recycling. care, recycle, Houston, outside, media

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BIRD COUNT usually 2nd Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., meet in front of center to document birds in arboretum, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://houstonarboretum.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, bird, Houston

Wildlife Center VOLUNTEER TRAINING usually 3rd Sat., 10 – 11:30 a.m., (except Nov./Dec.) 7007 Katy Rd, 713 861-9453, http://www.wildlifecenteroftexas.org/. Next opportunity Aug. 17 learn, care, animals, Houston, class

SIERRA CLUB Monthly Meeting 2nd Thurs., 7 – 10 p.m., St. Stephen's Pecore Hall, 1805 W. Alabama, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 8, Topic: Reforming the Education System via Urban Gardens care, learn, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council PARKS & NATURAL AREAS Meeting usually 2nd Mon., 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., discussion of parks/natural areas in 13-county region, 3555 Timmons Ln., justin.bower@h-gac.com Next Opportunity Aug. 12 learn, meeting, park, Houston

PROJECT BLAZING STAR usually 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers plant native grasses, forbes & wildflowers, Bayou Parklands, meet at pavilion near 6520 Almeda, parking lot P, https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, garden, Houston

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 2nd Mon., 6:45 p.m., University of Houston –Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., https://npsot.org/wp/clearlake/ Next opportunity Aug. 12, Topic: Intro. To Monarchs, Migration & Native Milkweed learn, meeting, lecture, garden, Houston

RICE U. BIRD SURVEY some Tues., 7 – 9 a.m., volunteers count birds at Rice University, meet at Intramural Field 6, 6100 Main St., www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity TBD care, bird, Houston

Hermann Park TAI CHI Weds., 9 a.m., enjoy tai chi class in the park, Lake Plaza, 6100 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.hermannpark.org/calendar/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, park, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council ORGANICS RECOVERY ROUNDTABLE quarterly, meeting promotes recovery of food waste & other organic materials, 3555 Timmons Ln., erin.livingston@h-gac.com, Next Opportunity TBD learn, care, meeting, garden, Houston

BAYOU RIDE 1st Sun., 8 – 11 a.m., Bike Houston offers guided educational ride, start at NikosNikos Market Square, 301 Milam, moderate pace with stops, www.bikehouston.org Next Opportunity Sep. 1 enjoy, cycle, water, Houston

PLANT IT FORWARD FARM STAND Tues., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., farm-fresh produce for sale from local Plant it Forward farms, Tues: Plant It Forward Warehouse, 4030 Willowbend Blvd., Sat: University of St. Thomas, 1318 Sul Ross St., http://plant-it-forward.org/our-produce/farm-share/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6/Aug. 10 & Aug. 13/Aug. 17 care, farmers, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council LIVABLE HOUSTON INITIATIVE 4th Weds., 12 - 1:30 p.m., discuss vision of desired future for Houston residents & how to achieve, 3555 Timmons Ln., justin.bower@h-gac.com Next Opportunity Aug. 28 learn, meeting, park, Houston

LOCAL ECONOMY ACTION GROUP Meeting 2nd Weds., 6:30 p.m., seedbed for approaches to sustainable businesses, Start Houston, 1121 Delano St., Next Opportunity Aug. 14 care, meeting, learn, Houston

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECYCLING COALITION usually 2nd Thurs., 12:30 – 2 p.m., webinar shares information among those working on waste reduction on college campuses, http://curc3r.org/webinars/2019-webinar-series/ Next Opportunity Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, media, pollution, Houston

BAT CHAT 1st, 3rd, & 4th Fri., 30 min. before sunset, Waugh Street Bridge Allen Pkwy & Waugh, www.waughbatmonitor.org Next Opportunity Aug. 16 learn, enjoy, animals, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary RUMMEL CREEK STREAM TEAM WORK DAY 4th Sat., (in season) remove invasives/litter, plants natives, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, water, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURE REVEALED usually one Sat./month, 10 - noon a.m. & some Tues., 2 – 4 p.m., learn about plants & animals, ages 13+, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity Aug. 31, Topic: The Great Indoors learn, class, animals, garden, Houston

CITY HALL FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., (except summer/winter) in front of city hall, 901 Bagby, www.urbanharvest.org Next Opportunity TBD care, farmers, Houston

TRANSITION HOUSTON Monthly Meeting usually 1st Tues., 7 – 9 p.m., Group supports transition from oil dependency to local resilience, Haven’s Center, 1827 W. Alabama, www.transitionhouston.org Next Opportunity Aug. 6 learn, meeting, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TUESDAY TRAIL CREW Tues., 9 a.m. – noon, trail maintenance, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 care, walk, Houston

Discovery Green MYSTERY BOOK CLUB monthly, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., mystery-themed book club meets in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, park, Houston

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION usually 2nd Sat., 10 – 11:30 a.m., learn to care for animals in center, 10801 Hammerly Blvd., http://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/ Next Opportunity TBD care, learn, class animals, Houston

HOUSTON CLIMATE PROTECTION ALLIANCE Meeting usually 2nd Sun., 1:15 p.m., speakers on climate science, 1st Unitarian Church, 5200 Fannin, http://www.houstonclimateprotection.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 11 learn, meeting, energy, pollution, Houston

Houston Audubon ARCHBISHOP FIORENZA PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 4th Weds., 8 a.m., join group to survey birds, 13551 Westpark, maweber@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Aug. 28 care, enjoy, walk, park, bird, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office OPEN GARDEN DAY 4th Tues., (except Nov./Dec.), 8:30 – 11 a.m., workshop & childrens’ activity at 10 a.m., self-guided garden tours, Weekley Community Center, 8440 Greenhouse Rd., 3rd Mon., 8:30 – 11 a.m., 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Rd, fun & education for adults/kids, https://hcmga.tamu.edu/ Next Opportunity Aug. 27 & Aug. 19 learn, enjoy, garden, kids, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary NATIVES NURSERY VOLUNTEERS Fri., 8 – 11:30 a.m., separate seedlings, re-pot plants, 440 Wilchester Blvd., contact fhannah@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 care, garden, Houston

CITIZENS’ TRANSPORTATION COALITION Meeting 3rd Thurs., 5:30 p.m., group focusing on public transportation, Rudyard’s Pub, 2010 Waugh, http://www.ctchouston.org/wordpress/ Next Opportunity Aug. 15 learn, meeting, pollution, Houston

HOUSTON CRITICAL MASS Cycling Event last Fri., 7 p.m., meet other cyclists at Guadalupe Plaza Park, 2311 Runnels St., ride around Houston, to make Houston more bike-friendly. http://houstoncriticalmass.com/ Next opportunity Aug. 30 care, enjoy, cycle, Houston

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office MASTER GARDENER LECTURE 1st Tues., noon, lectures on a variety of horticultural topics, St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 600 Pecore St., fun & education for adults/kids, https://hcmga.tamu.edu/lecture-series/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6, Topic: Weeds & Why They Grow learn, enjoy, garden, kids, Houston

BAYOU BIKERS 1st Sun., 8 a.m., meet at Market Square, bike 25 – 40 miles. http://www.marketsquarepark.com/calendar/ Next opportunity Sep. 1 enjoy, cycle, Houston

GARDEN VOLUNTEERS Mon. & Sat., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., volunteers work in community garden, 3201 Airline, Facebook.com/beautys-community-garden Next Opportunities Aug. 10/Aug. 12 & Aug. 17/Aug. 19 care, garden, Houston

Nature Discovery Center CURIOUS KIDS Tues., 10 – 11:15 a.m. or 4 – 5:15 p.m. (during school year), pre-K science program, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

COLORING/CRAFTING LEVY PARK 2nd Sun., 1 – 3 p.m., color printed page or create a beautiful paper decoration using discarded library books in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 11 enjoy, park, Houston

PRELUDE MUSIC SERIES AT LEVY PARK monthly, usually 4:30 p.m., enjoy music for families in the park, 3801 Eastside, http://www.levyparkhouston.org/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center PHENOLOGY WALK 2nd & 4th Sat., 9 a.m., guided walk along phenology trails, 4501 Woodway Dr., Next Opportunity Aug. 10 learn, walk, Houston

Discovery Green CORE-FOCUSED YOGA Tues., 6:30 – 7:30 a.m., practice yoga for strength and flexibility, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Rice University FARMERS MARKET Tues., 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 5491 Greenbriar. http://dining.rice.edu/farmers-market/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 care, farmers, Houston,

SENIOR BIRDING BUS TRIPS usually monthly, day varies, normally 8 or 9 a.m., bus transport from Memorial City Mall, snack & guide, reservations required, bring your own lunch, 303 Memorial City Way, www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity TBD, Location: TBD enjoy, learn, walk, bird, Houston

Houston Audubon HOUSTON BOTANIC GARDEN BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Thurs., 7:30 a.m., join group to survey birds, 8505 N. Bayou Dr., maweber@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity Sep. 5 care, enjoy, walk, park, bird, Houston

NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 3rd Thurs., 6:45 – 9:30 p.m., Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Dr, http://npsot.org/wp/houston/ Next opportunity Aug. 15, Topic: Bringing Ecological Benefits Right up to the Sidewalk with Urban Wetlands learn, meeting, lecture, garden, Houston

GREEN FILM SERIES monthly, 6:30 – 9 p.m., view environmental films, followed by panel discussion, Rice Media Center, 6100 Main St., https://www.facebook.com/HoustonGreenFilmSeries Next Opportunity Aug. 21, Topic: Ay, Mariposa enjoy, learn, media, Houston

HOUSTON RE-MARKET 4th Sat., 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 4302 Harrisburg Blvd, Sustainable crafts, garage sales, swap meet, and recycling drop-off, Next opportunity Aug. 24 care, recycle, Houston

Discovery Green OFF THE COUCH Weds., 6:30 – 7:30 a.m., moderate exercise class for strength, balance, flexibility, endurance & overall health, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, class, park, Houston

CHALLENGES & TREATMENT SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL WATER SYSTEMS monthly, 1 p.m., monthly webinar by EPA to communicate with drinking water systems professionals, https://www.epa.gov/water-research/small-systems-monthly-webinar-series Next Opportunity Aug. 27, Topic: Increasing Analytical Laboratory Preparedness learn, lecture, media, water, Houston

Discovery Green ZUMBA STRONG Weds., 6:30 – 7:30 a.m., enjoy half hour of Zumba followed by strength training, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, class, park, Houston

GREATER EAST END FARMERS’ MARKET Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 2700 block of Navigation, across from Ninfa’s, eastendhouston.com/market Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 care, farmers, Houston

Discovery Green PARKOUR Thurs., 6:30 - 8 p.m., experienced coaches turn work-out into play, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 enjoy, class, park, Houston

City of Houston MATTRESS RECYCLING 2240 Central Street or 5565 Kirkpatrick. Weds. - Sun. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Daylight Savings Time) & 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Non-Daylight Savings Time) care, recycle, Houston

Discovery Green LET’S DANCE! Thurs., 6:30 - 8 p.m., learn salsa, plus bachata, merengue & cumbia, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 enjoy, learn, class, park, Houston

Nature Discovery Center TREE I.D.WALK 1st Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. guided tree walks in park to learn to identify trees, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next Opportunity Sep. 7 learn, enjoy, walk, tree. park, Houston

TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE on PBS Mon. – Fri., 6 p.m. & Sat. 3 p.m., HTTP://WWW.HOUSTONPUBLICMEDIA.ORG/TV8/ Next opportunities Aug. 5 – Aug. 9 & Aug. 10 and Aug. 12 – Aug. 16 & Aug. 17 learn, Houston, outside, park, animals, media

HOUSTON COMMUNITY TOOLBANK WAREHOUSE TOUR 3rd Thurs., 9 – 10 a.m., toolbank lends tools to nonprofits, community groups & corporate volunteers doing charitable work, 1215 Gazin St., http://www.houstontoolbank.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 15 care, Houston

Houston Audubon BIRDING CLASS & FIELD TRIP one Sat./month & a prior weekday, birding class at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., followed by birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunities Class TBD, Topic: TBD, Trip: TBD, Location: TBD enjoy, learn, bird, Houston

VOLUNTEER TUESDAYS Tues., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteer in demonstration habitat, Environmental Institute of Houston, UH-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., http://prtl.uhcl.edu/portal/page/portal/EIH Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 care, garden, Houston

Houston Audubon MEMBER FIELD TRIP usually 4th Sat., birding trips in/outside Houston for ages 12+, members of Houston Audubon, see calendar at www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunities TBD, Location: TBD enjoy, bird, Houston

WHITE OAK BAYOU BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues. (except November), 7 – 8 p.m., monthly board meeting of the White Oak Bayou Association, location varies, to attend, call them at 765-426-1743,

http://whiteoakbayou.org Next Opportunity Aug. 13 learn, meeting, water, Houston

NATURE PHOTO ASSOC Meeting usually 1st Weds., 7 p.m., (Sep. – May) meet at library, Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Blvd., 713-464-4900, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD enjoy, photo, bird, Houston

CHIMNEY ROCK FARMERS’ MARKET 1st Sun., 12 – 4 p.m., local artists & farmers sell their products; also art reception from 2 – 4 p.m., 3300 Chimney Rock Rd., #100, facebook.com/chimneyrockmarket Next Opportunity Sep. 1 care farmers Houston Houston Zoo MEMBER MORNINGS 1st Sat., 8 a.m., members get in one hour early, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity Sep. 7, Topic: TBD enjoy, animals, Houston

WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN WORK DAY usually 4th Sat., 12:30 – 4 p.m., volunteers tend the garden, 12581 Dunlap, http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 24 care, garden, Houston

WESTBURY COMMUNITY GARDEN BOARD MEETING 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., monthly board meeting open to all garden members, Platou Community Center, 11655 Chimney Rock, http://westburycommunitygarden.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 20 learn, care, garden, meeting, Houston

YOUR LIVABLE GARDEN Radio Show Sat., 6 – 8 a.m. KSEV 700 AM & Sun., 9 – 11 a.m. KPRC 950 AM. Next opportunities Aug. 10/Aug. 11 & Aug. 17/Aug. 18 learn, Houston, garden, media

Nature Discovery Center MONDAY MORNING GARDENING usually 1st Mon., 9:30 a.m. – noon (except summer), learn about native plant gardening & assist center, 7112 Newcastle St, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ OR http://prairiepartner.org/events Next Opportunity Sep. 2 learn, care, garden, Houston

Hogg Bird Sanctuary BIRD SURVEY usually 1st Mon., 7:30 a.m., 1 Westcott St., Contact Aaron at aandkstoley@yahoo.com or 713-781-1372, http://www.houstonaudubon.org/ Next opportunity Sep. 2 care, Houston, bird

Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center GIRL SCOUT CLASSES occasionally during school year, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., birds & bayous for brownies & juniors, 3997 River Dr., www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, Houston

Houston Zoo FREE AFTERNOON 1st Tues., noon - closing, (Sep. – May) visit zoo for free, 6200 Hermann Park Dr., www.houstonzoo.org Next opportunity TBD enjoy, animals, Houston

WOODLAND PARK BIRD SURVEY usually 2nd Sat., 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., join group for birding, 212 Parkview, jason.bonilla@gmail.com or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Aug. 10 enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

BUTTERFLY ENTHUSIASTS OF SOUTHEAST TX MEETING 1st Tues. (every other month), 7 p.m., social & lecture at each meeting, Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Dr., http://www.naba.org/chapters/nababest/ Next Opportunity Aug. 6 learn, meeting, animals, Houston

Baldwin Park MIDTOWN IN MOTION 2nd & 4th Sat., 9:30 & 10:30 a.m., free fitness classes in the park, HIIT at 9:30 a.m., high intensity, and yoga at 10:30 a.m., 1701 Elgin St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 10 enjoy, class, park, Houston Bagby Park BRUNCH & BOOKS 1st Tues., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., book of the month series with guest speaker in the park, 415 Gray St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 6 learn, enjoy, park, Houston

Willow Waterhole Reserve BIRD COUNT 3rd Sat., 8 – 11 a.m., http://wwgc.org/ or www.houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity Aug. 17 care, bird, Houston

MASTER NATURALIST Monthly Meeting 1st Thurs., 6:30 – 9 p.m., guest speaker at each meeting, Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion, 1500 Hermann Dr., https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next opportunity Sep. 5 learn, lecture, meeting, Houston

Hermann Park BIRD SURVEY 2nd Mon., 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Call Jim or Harlan at 713-932-1639, www.houstonaudubon.org, Next Opportunity Aug. 12 care, bird, Houston

Houston Galveston Area Council PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE Subcommittee Meeting 3rd Thurs., bimonthly, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., 3555 Timmons Lane, Call 713-993-2497, Next opportunity Sep. 19 learn, cycle, meeting, Houston

URBAN HARVEST FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, St. John’s School, 3401 Westheimer., www.urbanharvest.org Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, Houston

FOOD POLICY WORKGROUP Monthly Meeting 2nd Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bring your own lunch, Upper Kirby Building,3015 Richmond Ave, RSVP jay.crossley@houstontomorrow.org, Next opportunity Aug. 14 learn, meeting, Houston

HOUSTON URBAN GARDENERS Meeting 2nd Mon., 6:30 pm, 1475 W. Gray, 832-345-7333, http://www.houstonurbangardeners.org/ Next opportunity Aug. 12 care, learn, meeting, garden, Houston

Midtown Park ZUMBA Tues., 6:30 p.m., Zumba class in the park, 2811 Travis St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 enjoy, class, park, Houston

BRAYS BAYOU ASSOCIATION MEETING 3rd Mon., 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., monthly meeting of the association, speaker at each meeting, The Gathering Place, 5310 S. Willow Dr., Contact bobx206@gmail.com Next Opportunity Aug. 19 learn, meeting, water, Houston

Elizabeth Baldwin Park SECOND SUNDAY 2nd Sun., 2 – 4 p.m., monthly family-friendly event in the park, 1702 Elgin, https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 11 enjoy, kids, park, Houston

Nature Discovery Center BELLAIRE GARDEN CLUB Meeting 1st Thurs., 7 p.m., 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire, http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ Next opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Midtown Park SAMBA 2nd Thurs., 7 - 9 p.m., Samba class in the park, 2811 Travis St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 8 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center NATURALLY WILD FAMILIES one Sat./month, times varies, outdoor experiences for families with naturalist guide/instructor, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

HEIGHTS EPICUREAN MARKET 1st Sat., 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., crafts, produce, & more, Grace United Methodist Church, 1245 Heights Blvd., http://heightsepicurean.com/ Next Opportunity Sep. 7 care, farmers, Houston

Discovery Green SUNDAYS IN THE PARK Sun., 3 - 5 p.m., games available for use in the park, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 enjoy, class, park, Houston

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary TITMOUSE CLUB Tues., 10 a.m., (Sep. – May), ages 2.5 - 5, stories, hands-on activities, nature walks & crafts, 440 Wilchester Blvd., bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org, www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, learn, kids, animals, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BOY SCOUTING CLASSES occasionally, times varies, boy scouts learn about nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, learn, kids, Houston

HEART & SOUL ACTION GROUP MEETING 2nd & 4th Thurs., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., group supporting simpler living, http://www.transitionhouston.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 8 care, learn, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center GIRL SCOUTING CLASSES monthly, times varies, girl scouts learn about nature, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, kids, Houston

Midtown Park CAPOEIRA 3rd Sat., 7 - 9 p.m., Capoeira (Afro-Brazilian martial art) class in the park, 2811 Travis St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunity Aug. 17 enjoy, class, park, Houston

GULF OF MEXICO WEDNESDAY WEBINAR last Weds., 2 p.m., webinar from Gulf of Mexico Alliance about resources & projects around the Gulf of Mexico, https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, lecture, media, Houston

Baldwin Park FARMERS’ MARKET most Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., farmers’ market, fresh & prepared foods, in the park, 1701 Elgin St., https://midtownhouston.com/events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, park, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center TYKE HIKE some Mon.s, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m., (except June/July), kids 18 mo. – 3 with parent, story, craft & stroller-friendly hike, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, learn, walk, kids, Houston

OUTDOOR NATURE CLUB, ORNITHOLOGY Meeting 1st Mon., 6:30 – 8 p.m., 713-664-5206, Tracey Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter Dr., Speaker each month, http://www.outdoornatureclub.org/ Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, Houston, meeting, lecture, bird

WESTCHASE FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 6 p.m., Parking lot of St. Cyril's of Alexandria Church,10503 Westheimer Rd., westchasedistrictfarmersmarket.com Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 care, farmers, Houston

NATIVE PRAIRIES ASSOCIATION of TEXAS Meeting usually 4th Weds. (except Nov./Dec.), 6:45 – 8:30 p.m., Red Cross, 2700 SW Frwy., speaker each month, HNPAT@texasprairie.org, https://texasprairie.org/events/ Next opportunity Aug. 28, Topic: TBD learn, meeting, lecture, Houston

Don Greene Park WORK DAY 3rd Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work to restore new pocket park,6009 Cypress St., www.facebook.com/friendsofdongreene Next Opportunity Aug. 17 care, garden, park, Houston

Discovery Green HATHA YOGA Sat., 9 - 10 a.m., practice yoga for enhanced awareness & a strong, healthy body, 1500 McKinney, http://www.discoverygreen.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, class, park, Houston

HOUSTON CANOE CLUB MEETING 2nd Weds., 7 p.m., meeting of canoeing enthusiasts, Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St. http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 14, Topic: speaker from TX Parks & Wildlife Dept. learn, meeting, boat, Houston

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center BIRD WALK 2nd Sat., 8 - 10 a.m., (except summer), enjoy relaxed guided walk to look for/observe birds, 4501 Woodway Dr, www.houstonarboretum.org Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, walk, bird, Houston

ELEANORA’S MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., farmers & artisans sell their wares, Cavatore Italian Restaurant, 2120 Ella Blvd., http://eleanorasmarket.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, Houston

ENJOY, LEARN ABOUT, AND CARE FOR GOD’S GOOD CREATION

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON FLOOD PLANNING PROGRAM MEETINGS Aug. 6, Aug. 9, Aug. 13, & Aug. 14, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., public meeting for comments on state/regional flood planning process & flood financing program, (8/6): LCRA Riverside Conference Center, Bastrop & J. Michael & Bridget Shahan Event Center, Orange; (8/9): Lone Star College Conference Center, Tomball; (8/13): Lake Jackson Civic Center, Lake Jackson; (8/14): Salt Water Pavilion, Rockport Beach, http://www.coastalcommunitiestx.com/ learn, meeting, water, outside

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS EXCHANGE Meeting Aug. 7, 4 – 6 p.m., kids’ program at 4 p.m. & tour of Delores Fenwick Nature Center & introduction to their programs, Pearland, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/environmental-educators-exchange-pearlands-new-delores-fenwick-nature-center-and-bats-tickets-65455887321?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete learn, enjoy, meeting, kids, outside

Huntsville State Park NIGHT HIKE Aug. 16, 9 – 10:30 p.m., guided hike through the woods to listen to night sounds & learn what makes them, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, learn, walk, kids, park, outside

MARINE BIOLOGY TOUR Aug. 10, 9 a.m., observe dolphins & other marine species in their natural habitat, trawl for & handle marine specimens, study plankton through a microscope & explore Galveston Bay, Texas Seaport Museum, Galveston, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marine-biology-tours-tickets-62147952198?aff=ebdssbdestsearch learn, enjoy, animals, fish, outside

BIRDS OF THE KATY PRAIRIE Aug. 9, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., learn about migratory birds of the Katy Prairie, Café at Brookwood, Brookshire, http://www.katyprairie.org learn, enjoy, class, bird, outside

Sea Center Texas AQUARIUMANIA Aug. 9, 9 a.m. - noon, aquarium scavenger hunt, behind the scenes tour & dissect a squid, ages 8 – 12, Lake Jackson, https://tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/site-calendars/sea-center-texas/ enjoy, learn, kids, fish, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TOUR Aug. 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., behind the scenes tour of the National Weather Service in Dickinson, met there, www.hmns.org learn, meeting, outside

Huntsville State Park CAMPFIRE STORYTELLING Aug. 15, 9 p.m., demonstration of how to build a campfire, followed by fishy stories around a live campfire, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, park, outside

REI TEXAS! CAMPING BASICS Aug. 7, 6 – 7:30 p.m., course will cover Texas essentials, gear & equipment, local activities & regional resources/areas to camp, Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, camp, outside

Insperity Observatory STARGAZING Aug. 7, 8:30 - 10 p.m., public viewing night party, telescopes provided & trained on various deep sky objects, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/tap/events/ enjoy, outside

WHAT’S THE HEALTH OF THE BAY? GALVESTON BAY REPORT CARD Aug. 25, 6 p.m., speaker from Galveston Bay Foundation reports on the health of the bay & actions you can take to preserve it, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-the-health-of-the-bay-galveston-bay-report-card-tickets-63924516951 learn, media, lecture water, pollution, outside

REI EL CHUPACABRA DE HOUSTON Aug. 10, 8 – 10 p.m., 5K/1K night run, Lake Houston Wilderness, New Caney, see classes & events at www.rei.com enjoy, walk, outside

REI KAYAKING BASICS Aug. 17, 1 – 2:30 p.m., learn type of kayak, paddle & personal flotation device that fits your needs, also learn about local paddling spots, 18750 Gulf Frwy., Friendswood, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, boat, outside

Huntsville State Park YOGA IN THE PARK Aug. 10, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., enjoy yoga in the park, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events enjoy, class, park, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden PLUMERIA INTRODUCTION & PROPAGATION Aug. 10, 9 – 11 a.m., learn about the plumeria, its requirements & propagation techniques, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ learn, class, garden, outside

TRIP TO GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Aug. 15 – Aug. 19, join group outing to camp/hike Glacier National Park in Montana, https://www.meetup.com/hatsandmore/events/calendar/ enjoy, walk, camp, park, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden BIRDS OF A FEATHER IN YOUR GARDEN Aug. 14, 12 – 2 p.m., learn how to attract birds to your garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ OR http://txmn.org/coastal/ learn, class, garden, bird, outside

Jesse Jones Park EVENING CANOE TRIP Aug. 10, 5 – 7:30 p.m., leisurely paddle along Spring Creek, ages 16+, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ enjoy, boat, park, outside

HEALTHY SOILS FOR PRODUCTIVE & SUSTAINABL AGRICULTURE Aug. 6, 2 p.m., webinar to teach practices that promote healthy soils, which in turn creates water quality, water security & other environmental benefits, http://www.climatewebinars.net/webinars/healthy-soils-for-productive-and-sustainable-agriculture-evidence-and-barriers/view learn, media, lecture, farmers, garden, outside

11+ TENNIS TOURNAMENT Aug. 10, 12 - 2 p.m., kids 11+ compete in tennis tournament in Bear Branch Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, kids, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park INVASIVE SPECIES OF TEXAS Aug. 17, 1 - 2 p.m., learn about the impacts of invasive wildlife on Texas ecosystems, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ learn, class, animals, park, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Aug. 8, 6 – 10 p.m., fundraiser for ducks unlimited, live & silent auction, raffle, & dinner, KC Hall, La Grange, http://www.ducks.org care, bird, outside

PROJECT WILD WORKSHOP Aug. 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., teachers learn fun, hands-on educational activities to teach about wildlife/ecosystems, participants will receive an activity guide, suitable for K-12, Barbara Bush Library, Spring, https://www.hcp4.net/event/project-wild-workshop/ learn, class, kids, animals, garden, outside

10- TENNIS TOURNAMENT Aug. 10, 12 - 2 p.m., kids 10- compete in tennis tournament in Bear Branch Park, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, kids, park, outside

Dennis Johnston County Park SPEARTHROWING Aug. 9, 6 - 8 p.m., learn about the atlatl, a primitive spear used by indigenous people around the world, try your hand at launching a spear, kids 10+, 709 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring, https://www.hcp4.net/tap/events/ learn, enjoy, kids, park, outside

Dennis Johnston County Park SPIDER SNIFFING Aug. 8, 8 - 9 p.m., join naturalist to “sniff out” spiders, all ages, Spring, https://www.hcp4.net/tap/events/ enjoy, learn, animals, kids, park, outside

LEARN TO SWIM thru Aug. 8, 8 a.m., series of 30-minute group swimming lessons at various pools, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, kids, swim, outside

SUMMER CAMPS thru Aug. 23, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m., kids enjoy different activities each day, Bear Branch & Rob Fleming Parks, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ enjoy, kids, park, outside

REI INTRO. TO. BACK-COUNTRY SKILLS Sep. 14, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., learn to planning, equipment selection, & other fundamental backcountry skills, includes 3 mi. hike, Brazos Bend State Park, Needville, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, walk, camp, outside

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center WILDLIFE PHOTO CONTEST thru Sep. 16, submit photos of wildlife to contest, fundraiser for the center, winners featured in 2020 calendar, https://www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/calendar/ care, animals, outside

INVASIVE SPECIES TASK FORCE Aug. 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., training of volunteers, learn how to recognize invasive species & reduce their impact in green belts & pathway, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ learn, care, class, garden outside

Carter Park FULL MOON HIKE Aug. 15, 8:30 – 9:30 p.m., guided trail walk under a full moon, look for signs of nocturnal animals & listen to cicadas, ages 7+, Spring, https://www.hcp4.net/tap/events/ enjoy, kids, walk, park, outside

Collins Park 1ST SHOT ARCHERY Aug. 6, 4 – 7 p.m., course for beginners taught by certified instructors, all equipment provided, ages 7+, Spring, https://www.hcp4.net/tap/events/ enjoy, media, kids, park, outside

REI SAND CRAB GALVESTON Aug. 17, 8 – 11:30 p.m., beach fun run 5K/10K/kids on the beach in Galveston, see classes & events at www.rei.com enjoy, beach, walk, kids, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER CAMPS thru Aug. 16, variety of topics for kids ages 6 - 12, Sugarland, http://www.hmns.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Summer-Camp-at-HMNS-Catalog-Final-Print-Version-2.0.pdf learn, enjoy, kids, outside

BANQUET FUNDRAISER Aug. 9, 6 p.m., fundraiser for coastal conservation assoc., auctions, raffles, games & dinner, Bauer Community Center, Port LaVaca, https://ccatexas.org/event-directory/ care, water, outside

CLIMATE ACTION PLANNING Aug. 7, 12:15 p.m., webinar to assist in development & implementation of plans to mitigate a community’s greenhouse gas emissions & increase resilience against climate impacts, https://ssfonline.org/climate-action-planning-10334 learn, media, lecture, Houston

Armand Bayou Nature Center SUMMER ECO-CAMP thru Aug. 9, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., kids ages 4 – 13 explore wonders of natural world thru indoor/outdoor activities, story-telling, crafts, hikes, wildlife encounters, fishing & canoeing in this day camp, Week of Aug. 5: a.m. – Geosciences, p.m. – Natural Art, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, learn, walk, fish, bird, boat, animals, kids, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science SUMMER SCOUT CLASSES Aug. 12 & Aug.13, various times, variety of classes for scouts during the summer, Sugar Land, www.hmns.org learn, enjoy, kids, outside

Blackwood Educational Land Institute NATURE CAMP Aug. 4 – Aug. 8, kids 8 – 14 enjoy a range of outdoor activities, games, crafts, classes & more, Note: camp beginning Aug. 4 is for high school students, Hempstead, https://blackwoodland.org/calendar/ enjoy, learn, kids, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science WEEKDAY LABS varies (during school year), topics cover physical sciences, history, biology, & earth science, Sugar Land, contact museum for details & dates/times, www.hmns.org/sugarland learn, enjoy, kids, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science COLLECTION OF HISTORY, MYSTERY & WONDER ongoing, exhibit about wunderkammern, collections made during the renaissance of variety of objects, Sugarland, www.hmns.org/sugarland enjoy, outside

Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP thru Aug. 16, variety of camps for kids of all ages, (week of 8/5): grades 1 – 3, Mad Science – explore the world of bacteria, carnivorous plants & more; (week of 8/12): grades 4 – 6, Creeping Things – meet & greet various reptiles, learn about their distinct characteristics & habitats, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, https://www.baytown.org/home/showdocument?id=13442 learn, enjoy, kids, fish, animals, outside

VISIT WATSON PRESERVE Aug. 10, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., visit a native plant reserve in Big Thicket Preserve, Kountze, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ enjoy, walk, garden, outside

GOING WILD: THE CONSERVATION CO-BENEFITS OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE Aug. 7, noon, webinar addresses green infrastructure that helps to manage stormwater runoff, improve water quality, restore wildlife habitat & invite beneficial species to urban environments, https://www.epa.gov/green-infrastructure/green-infrastructure-webcast-series#upcomingwebcasts learn, media, lecture, water, pollution, animals, outside

Galveston Island State Park SUNSET PADDLE TOUR Aug. 10, 5:30 – 8 p.m., guided paddling tour for adults, see sunset from kayak, all gear provided, starts at Oak Bayou picnic area, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events enjoy, boat, park, outside

REI WILDERNESS FIRST AID Sep. 14 & Sep. 15, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., learn wilderness medicine skills in this two-day course, Armand Bayou Nature Center, Pasadena, see classes & events at www.rei.com learn, class, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center GOODNESS SNAKES ALIVE! Aug. 15, 10 a.m., interactive summer program designed for kids, but all are welcome to learn about snakes, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar enjoy, learn, animals, kids, outside

USING THE UNDERDOGS OF THE ANIMAL WORLD TO GAIN INSIGHTS INTO IMPACTS, RECOVERY & RESTORATION AFTER OIL SPILLS Aug. 13, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., webinar teaches about using Foraminifera, Periwinkles, Larval fish, Insects and other small creatures to guide restoration efforts after an oil spill, https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ learn, media, class, animals, pollution, water, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center OWL PROWL/NIGHT HIKE Aug. 17, 7:30 p.m., walk thru the woods to look and listen for owls, ages 6+, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.abnc.org enjoy, walk, kids, bird, outside

CONNECTIVITY PROCESSES IN THE GULF OF MEXICO DUE TO OCEAN CIRCULATION Aug. 14, 11 a.m., webinar, expert presents on connectivity processes in the Gulf of Mexico and their implications for ecosystem management, https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ learn, media, lecture, water, outside

KANOE KLASIKA Aug. 17, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., canoe race along the Colorado River, from Smithville to Plum Park, http://www.houstoncanoeclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=496051&item_id=1034595 enjoy, boat, outside

AQUATIC WILD WORKSHOP Aug. 16, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., teachers learn fun, hands-on educational activities to teach about aquatic wildlife/ecosystems, participants will receive an activity guide, suitable for K-12, Big Stone Lodge, Spring, https://www.hcp4.net/event/aquatic-wild/ learn, class, kids, animals, fish, outside

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE HOUSTON SAN JACINTO WORK DAY Thurs., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. volunteers help grow & plant native plants, San Jacinto Museum of History, La Porte, http://prairiepartner.org/events/ Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden STROLLER STROLLS 1st Thurs., 9 – 10 a.m., join other parents to get active in an outdoor setting, monthly tour of the garden with kids in strollers, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/mercer/ Next opportunity TBD enjoy, kids, walk, garden, outside

TEXAS CITY PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAY 2nd Fri., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. and Tues., 9 a.m. - noon, volunteers remove invasive species, harvest native seeds, plant marsh grasses & tend butterfly garden, https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ & http://prairiepartner.org/events/ Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 & Aug. 9 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Lake Houston Wilderness Park FAMILY ACTIVITY Sun., 2 – 3 p.m., different activity each Sunday, from archery to fly fishing, New Caney,

http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/parksites/lakehoustonpark.html Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 enjoy, learn, kids, park, outside

COASTAL HERITAGE PRESERVE WORK DAY 1st & 3rd Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers restore native prairie ecosystem at Coastal Heritage Preserve, Galveston, http://prairiepartner.org/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 15 care, enjoy, garden, outside

HTX BIKE SOCIAL usually 2nd Fri., 7 p.m., join group ride, start location varies, https://www.facebook.com/groups/htxbike/ Next Opportunity Aug. 9 Location: 701 Waugh Dr. & Aug. 12, Location: Bar Louie, Spring enjoy, cycle, Houston

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING 2nd Sat., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., City of Houston & Compucycle offer recycling of electronics, Ellington Field/Clear Lake Neighborhood Recycling Center, Webster, http://www.compucycle.net/residential-recycling/collection-events/month.calendar/2017/2/1/- Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, recycle, outside

Lake Houston Wilderness Park ANIMAL CLASSES Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. & 2 – 3:30 p.m., learn about animals in the park, New Caney, http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/parksites/lakehoustonpark.html Next Opportunities Aug. 10, 10 a.m., Topic: Birding for Beginners & 2 p.m., Topic: Carnivores in the Park; Aug. 17, 10 a.m., Topic: Basic Fishing & 2 p.m., Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, fish, water, animals, kids, park, outside

KATY PRAIRIE VOLUNTEER DAY 1st Fri., 8:30 – 11 a.m., volunteers assist as needed at Katy Prairie Conservancy, activities may include invasive species removal, native prairie planting, or seed

collecting, no experience necessary, Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, http://www.katyprairie.org/ Next Opportunity Sep. 6 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BLUEGRASS CONCERT 4th Sat. 12 – 4 p.m., enjoy bluegrass music in nature, 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next Opportunity Aug. 24 enjoy, outside

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory NURSERY WORK DAY 3rd Thurs., 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers work in wetland nursery in Lake Jackson, https://txmn.org/gulfcoast/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 15 care, enjoy, garden, outside

BAYTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET 3rd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon (except summer), farm fresh produce & crafts, plus music, Baytown Town Square, http://www.baytown.org/activities-events/events/farmers-market Next Opportunity Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

PEACH STREET FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, farm fresh produce, Peach St., Angleton, http://psfmarket.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

CEDAR BAYOU FRIENDS MEETING 1st Tues., 7 p.m. (every other month), group dedicated to preserving & protecting Cedar Bayou, Roseland Park Pavilion, Baytown, https://www.facebook.com/cedarbayoufriends Next Opportunity Aug. 6 learn, care, meeting, water, outside

Lake Houston Wilderness Park NATURE HIKE Sun., 8 a.m., guided stroll with naturalist, meet at Nature Center, New Caney, http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/parksites/lakehoustonpark.html Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 enjoy, learn, walk, kids, park, outside

KATY PRAIRIE VOLUNTEER DAY 3rd Sun., 8 – 11 a.m., volunteers assist in restoration work at Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, https://texasprairie.org/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 18 care, enjoy, garden, outside

George Observatory SCOUTING at the OBSERVATORY dates vary, courses for scouts of all ages, Needville, www.hmns.org Next Opportunity TBD Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside

SEABROOK BIRD SURVEY 1st Sat., 9 a.m., join group for bird survey in Pine Gully Park, Seabrook, www.houstonaudubon.org Next Opportunity Sep. 7 care, enjoy, walk, bird, park, outside

COASTAL PRAIRIE MASTER NATURALIST Meeting usually 1st Thurs., 6 – 8:30 p.m., social/snacks followed by expert presentation & then chapter business, Rosenberg Civic Center, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 8, Topic: Local Edible & Medicinal Plants learn, meeting, animals, garden, outside

SURF, PADDLE, KAYAK SURFSIDE BEACH daily, rent surf or paddle boards & kayaks at Surfside Beach, http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, beach, outside

GRAND PARKWAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. - noon, farm-fresh produce for sale from local farmers, Church of the Holy Apostles, Katy, http://www.farmersmarketongrandparkway.com/contact.html Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

COASTAL PRAIRIE MASTER NATURALIST Board Meeting 3rd Weds., 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., members invited to attend board meeting, Agrilife Extension Board Room, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 21 learn, meeting, outside

Jesse Jones Park INVASIVES BEWARE usually 3rd Sat., 9 - 11 a.m., document & remove invasive plants & animals, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next Opportunity Aug. 17 care, garden, animals, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park FIRST FRIDAY FRIENDS most 1st Fri., 1 p.m., seniors 55+ meet for educational program, walk & fun environmental activities, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next Opportunity Sep. 6 enjoy, learn, walk, park, outside

Galveston Island State Park BAY TOWER HIKE Sat., 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., guided hike, cast nets to explore bay life, taste edible plants, on way to observation tower, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, learn, walk, water, animals, kids, park, outside

Jesse Jones Park TADPOLES CLUB some Weds., 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. (during school year), interactive program for pre-school kids, animals, puppets, crafts, stories, short walks & more, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next Opportunity TBD care, garden, park, outside

Fort Bend Master Gardeners BOARD MEETING 2nd Tues., 9 a.m. - noon, board of directors meeting, open to members-only, Extension Conference Room, Rosenberg, https://fbmg.org/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 13 learn, meeting, garden, outside

Jesse Jones Park BIRDING 1st Sat., 7:45 – 10:45 a.m., guided birding in the park, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next Opportunity TBD enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside

BUCKET BRIGADE INTERPRETIVE BEACH TOURS daily, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (during summer), free interpretive beach tours, for all ages, on the half hour, Stewart Beach, plus several other locations (Thurs. – Sun. only), Galveston, http://www.artistboat.org/take-a-tour.html learn, enjoy, beach, outside

SEABORNE VOLUNTEER DAY certain Sat. & Weds., 9 – 11 a.m., volunteers work in gardens, or greenhouse, Seaborne Creek Park, Rosenberg, http://txmn.org/coastal/ Next Opportunity Aug. 7 care, enjoy, garden, outside SUP RENTALS daily (May – Oct.), rentals & guided stand-up paddle tours in various locations, http://www.surfsuptx.com/event-calendar/ enjoy, boat, outside

CITIZEN’S CLIMATE LOBBY MEETING 2nd Sat., 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., organization that advocates for carbon fee & dividend to address climate change, Houston Advanced Research Center, Spring, https://citizensclimatelobby.org/chapters/TX_The_Woodlands/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10 learn, meeting, energy, pollution, outside

KAYAKING & STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING normally Thurs. – Mon., 9 a.m. - sunset, kayaks and paddleboards for rent at Riva Row Boat House on Lake Woodlands, The Woodlands, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/rivarowboathouse Next Opportunities Aug. 8 – Aug. 12 & Aug. 15 – Aug. 19 enjoy, boat, outside

SATURDAYS at the GEORGE Sat., 3 – 10 p.m., stargazing at the George Observatory, Needville, www.hmns.org/observatory Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, outside

DEER PARK PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAY 2nd Weds. & 4th Sat., 9 a.m. - noon, join Houston chapter of Native Prairies Assoc. of TX in work at preserve, seed collecting on Weds., 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, HNPAT@TexasPrairie.org https://hnpat.wordpress.com/hnpat-activities/field-trips/ & https://houstonprairie.org/dpp-calendar/ Next Opportunity Aug. 14 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Jesse Jones Park TAI CHI in the PARK Weds., 9 a.m. beginner class taught by third degree black belt, low impact stretching, range of motion exercises, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, park, outside

DEER PARK BIRD SURVEY 4th Sat., 7:30 – 9 a.m., Deer Park Prairie, 1222 E. Purdue Ln, Deer Park, 936-827-7973, http://texasprairie.org/index.php/news_and_events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 24 care, bird, park, outside

Huntsville State Park WOODPECKER WALKS Fri., 3:30-= 5 p.m., guided 2-mile hike through woods to search for woodpeckers, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 enjoy, walk, bird, park, outside

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office GREEN THUMB LECTURE 3rd Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, (Jan. – Oct.) Maude Marks Library, 1815 Westgreen Blvd, Katy, register 281-855-5600, http://harris.agrilife.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 17, August Topic: Fall Vegetables learn, lecture, garden, Houston

NECHES RIVER ADVENTURE Sat., 10 a.m. – noon, (except Dec/Jan) Riverfront Park, Beaumont, boat trip in Big Thicket National Preserve, Beaumont, 409-651-5326 for tickets. Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, boat, outside

Galveston Island State Park BEACH EXPLORATIONS most Sat., 10 – 11 a.m., shell hunting workshop, learn to identify shells, go on expedition to find shells on beach, Galveston, http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/galveston-island/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 learn, enjoy, walk, animals, park, outside

KINGWOOD FARMERS MARKET Thurs., 3 – 7 p.m., Town Center Park, 8 North Main St., Kingwood, http://www.towncenterevents.com/farmersmarket Next Opportunities Aug. 8 & Aug. 15 care, farmers, outside

Jesse Jones Park SECOND SUNDAY PICKERS 2nd Sun., 2 – 4 p.m., concert in the park, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next opportunity Aug. 11 enjoy, park, outside

GULF OF MEXICO WEDNESDAY WEBINAR last Weds., 2 p.m., webinar from Gulf of Mexico Alliance about resources & projects around the Gulf of Mexico, https://gulfofmexicoalliance.org/announcements/events/ Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, lecture, media, outside

FUN FRIDAYS AT THE GARDEN Fri., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (thru Aug. 16), kids enjoy planting plants in the garden in a special reserved maker space, Enchanted Garden, Richmond, https://www.myenchanted.com/events/2019 Next Opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 enjoy, garden, kids, outside

Jesse Jones Park VOLUNTEER Meeting usually 4th Mon., 7 p.m., programs on nature, open to all, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ Next Opportunity Aug. 26 learn, meeting, park, outside

Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge ATTWATER PRAIRIE CHICKEN VAN TOURS 1st Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., Eagle Lake, Call (979) 234-3021, ext. 221 or 223 Next opportunity Sep. 7 enjoy, bird, outside

HUNTSVILLE AUDUBON SOCIETY MEETING 3rd Thurs. (except Dec.), Huntsville Service Center, Huntsville, http://www.huntsvilleaudubon.org/index.html Next Opportunity Aug. 15 learn, meeting, bird, outside

Huntsville State Park GUIDED HIKE Sat., 9 a.m. - noon, guided hike, distance/difficulty varies depending on participants, location in park also varies, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, walk, park, outside

CROSBY FARMERS’ MARKET Weds., 3 - 7 p.m., 311 Wahl St., Crosby, https://www.facebook.com/CrosbyFarmersMarket2018/ Next Opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 care, farmers, outside

PINEY WOODS WILDLIFE SOCIETY Monthly Meeting 3rd Tues., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Dennis Johnston County Park, 709 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring, Educational talks & birding information. Call 281-444-6204 for information, Next opportunity Aug. 20 learn, meeting, lecture, bird, outside

Houston Museum of Natural Science MEMBER EVENT 2nd Sat., 10 - 11 a.m., special museum activity for members on the second Saturday, Sugar Land, www.hmns.org/sugarland, Next Opportunity Aug. 10 enjoy, Houston

Huntsville State Park ASK A RANGER Sat., 10 a.m., live broadcast on Facebook, ranger gives updates & answers questions, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 learn, park, outside

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING 1st Sat., 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Kingwood Metro Park & Ride, http://keepkingwoodgreen.org/LocalRecyclingGuide.html Next opportunity Sep. 7 care, recycle, outside

Huntsville State Park GATORS OF LAKE RAVEN Sat., 12 – 1 p.m., learn about alligator survival tools & surprising trivia & meet a baby alligator, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 learn, enjoy, animals, park, outside

Huntsville State Park WHAT’S IN OUR STREAMS? Sat., 2 – 4 a.m., spend afternoon looking for critters in streams, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 enjoy, learn, fish, park, outside

WOODLANDS GARDEN CLUB MEETING 2nd Tues., garden club meeting, for gardeners in the greater Woodlands area, Shenandoah Municipal Complex, Shenandoah, http://www.thewoodlandsgardenclub.org/home.html Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, care, garden, meeting, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center BIRD WALK Weds., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1st Sat., 8 – 10 a.m., 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next opportunities Aug. 7 & Aug. 14 enjoy, outside, bird, walk

MARYSEE PRAIRIE PRESERVE WORK DAYS 1st Sat., 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 220 County Rd. 2077, Hull, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events, Next opportunity TBD care, outside

Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center EPIC SERVICE CLUB Weds., 4 p.m. (during the school year), free service learning club for high school students interested in learning about & solving coastal environmental problems, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, http://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education-center/calendar, Next opportunity TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center VOLUNTEER WORK CREW Tues., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 care, enjoy, outside

KAYAK ADVENTURES usually Sat./Sun. & occasional Fri./holiday, times vary guided/interpretive kayak trips on Galveston Bay, kids 7+ may accompany parents, includes equipment, Galveston, https://kayak.destinationnext.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 14, Aug. 8, Aug. 10, & Aug. 16, 8 a.m. – noon, & Aug. 9, 5 – 8 p.m., Location: Coastal Heritage Preserve; Aug. 11, Aug. 13, Aug. 6, Aug. 7, & Aug. 15, 8 – 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Location: East End Lagoon enjoy, boat, kids, outside

Baytown Nature Center BIRD SURVEY 3rd Thurs., 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., (except summer), 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity TBD care, bird, outside

Baytown Nature Center TYKE HIKE some Fri., 10 a.m., weekly nature education for kids ages 3 – 5 accompanied by adult, 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, https://www.baytown.org/home/showdocument?id=13654, Next opportunity TBD enjoy, learn, animals, fish, bird, garden, kids, outside

ENTOMOLOGY GROUP MEETING usually 4th Weds., 9:30 – 11 a.m., learn about bugs in this meeting, Extension Conference Room, Rosenberg, https://fbmg.org/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 28 learn, meeting, animals, outside

Kleb Woods Nature Center GARDEN VOLUNTEER GROUP Tues. & 1st Sat., 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., 20303 Draper Rd, Tomball, http://cal.pct3.com/About/Calendars/Kleb-Woods-Calendar Next Opportunities Aug. 6 & Aug. 13 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Baytown Nature Center NURTURE NATURE SERIES usually 1st Sat., 10 - 11 a.m., 6213 Bayway Dr, 281-424-9198, https://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/education-programs Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, kids, outside

Baytown Nature Center FULL MOON HIKE one Sat./month., start time varies, enjoy 90 minutes guided hike by moonlight, for adults/older children, 6213 Bayway Dr, call (281) 424-9198, https://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/education-programs Next opportunity Aug. 17, 9 p.m. enjoy, walk, kids, outside

GROGAN’S MILL FARMERS MARKET Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 2230 Buckthorn Pl, Spring, http://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center WETLAND ANIMALS Weds., 10 - 11 a.m. (summer/winter), fun/educational series for pre-school children & parents, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, https://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/baytown-nature-center/education-programs Next opportunities TBD learn, enjoy, kids, outside

Huntsville State Park FISHING WITH A RANGER Sun., 9 – 11:30 a.m., enjoy fishing with a ranger, learn to tie knots, cast a line & catch fish, Huntsville, https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/huntsville/park_events Next Opportunities Aug. 11 & Aug. 18 enjoy, learn, fish, park, outside

Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center GATOR TALES Weds., 10 - 11 a.m. (summer/winter), fun/educational series for pre-school children & parents, 1724 Market St, Baytown, 281-420-7128, https://www.baytown.org/city-hall/departments/parks-recreation/eddie-v-gray-wetlands-education-center/education-programs Next opportunities Aug. 7, Topic: Water Flow & Aug. 14, Topic: Evaporation & Adsorption learn, enjoy, kids, outside

SUGAR LAND FARMERS MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Imperial Sugar Land, 198 Sugarland St, Sugar Land, https://www.imperialfarmersmarket.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

CANOEING/KAYAKING/SUP/SURFING daily, rentals, guided tours & lessons available, variety of locations, Bayou City Adventures, 1520 Silver St., http://bayoucityadventures.org/ enjoy, boat, outside

Jesse Jones Park BICYCLING Daily, trails open for cycling, children must be accompanied, 20634 Kenswick Dr, Humble, https://www.hcp4.net/parks/jjp/ enjoy, cycle, garden, kids, outside

CYPRESS CREEK DAYLILY SOCIETY Meeting 4th Sun., 2 - 4 p.m., (except summer), learn about gardening with daylilies, Mercer Botanic Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, 281-443-8731 Next Opportunity TBD care, garden, outside

BRIDGELAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd Sun., 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., parking lot adjacent to the Activity Center in Bridgeland, 16902 North Bridgeland Lake Pkwy, Cypress, http://www.farmersmarketatbridgeland.org/ Next Opportunity Aug. 11 care, farmers, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center BIRD COUNT usually 2nd Sat., 7 – 10 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, www.houstonaudubon.org. Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, bird, outside

HEARTWOOD MASTER NATURALIST Chapter Meeting 1st Weds., 6 – 8 p.m., for members & prospective members, guest speaker at each meeting, W.G. Jones State Forest Education Bldg., 1328 FM 1488, Conroe, https://www.facebook.com/Heartwood-Chapter-Texas-Master-Naturalist-269691493552/?ref=page_internal, Next opportunity TBD learn, meeting, lecture, outside

Katy Prairie Conservancy WORK DAYS Tues., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Indiangrass Preserve, Waller, remove invasives, mulch trails, restore habitat, remove brush, http://www.katyprairie.org/events Next Opportunities Aug. 6, Aug. 9 & Aug. 10 and Aug. 13, Aug. 16 & Aug. 17 care, garden, outside

CLEAR LAKE SHORES FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1020 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores, https://www.facebook.com/pg/CLSFarmersMarket/about/?ref=page_internal Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

BIKE RIDES various days/times, join group rides, various locations, organized by Bike Barn locations, http://bikebarn.com/articles/upcoming-rides-pg66.htm enjoy, cycle, outside

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECYCLING COALITION usually 2nd Thurs., 12:30 – 2 p.m., webinar shares information among those working on waste reduction on college campuses,

http://curc3r.org/webinars/2019-webinar-series/ Next Opportunity Next Opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, media, recycle, outside

Sea Center Texas FISH HATCHERY TOURS Tues. - Fri., 9, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m., reservations needed, 300 Medical Dr., Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ Next opportunities Aug. 6 - Aug. 9 & Aug. 10 and Aug. 13 - Aug. 16 & Aug. 17 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

Sea Center Texas WETLAND EXHIBIT GUIDED TOURS by reservation, see wetlands animals & learn how to attract wildlife, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ Next opportunity contact them. care, enjoy, kids, animals, outside

CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY Meeting 4th Fri., 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., discuss growing chrysanthemums, Mercer Botanic Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, 281-443-8731 Next Opportunity Aug. 23 care, garden, outside

Sea Center Texas STORY TIME Sat. & 3rd Fri., check calendar, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ Next opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 & Aug. 16 care, enjoy, kids, fish, outside

PEARLAND FARMERS MARKET 2nd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland, http://visitpearland.com/event/pearland-farmers-market-2/all/ Next Opportunity Aug. 10 care, farmers, outside

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory BIRD BANDING 3rd Sat., 8 a.m. – noon, 103 Hwy 332, Lake Jackson, www.gcbo.org, Next opportunity Aug. 17 care, bird, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden STORY TIME IN THE GARDEN Mon., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ Next opportunity TBD enjoy, kids, garden, outside

SIERRA CLUB Monthly Meeting 3rd Weds., 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Bay Area Community Ctr, 5002 E. NASA Pkwy, Seabrook, http://www.meetup.com/Houston-Sierra-Club-Outings/events/ Next Opportunity Aug. 21, Topic: TBD care, learn, outside

TOMBALL FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 205 W. Main, Tomball, http://www.tomballfarmersmarket.org/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden VOLUNTEER GARDENING Tues. - Thurs., 9 a.m. - noon, prune, weed, groom plants in Perennial Garden, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ Next opportunities Aug. 6 – Aug. 8 & Aug. 13 – Aug. 15 care, enjoy, garden, outside

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Garden LUNCH BUNCH usually 2nd Weds., noon – 2 p.m., learn about a gardening topic, bring your own lunch, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, http://www.hcp4.net/mercer/ Next opportunity Aug. 14, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, garden, outside

Sea Center Texas YOUTH CATCH & RELEASE FISHING 1st & 3rd Weds., ages 7 – 16, by reservation only for groups of 10 - 20, 300 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/ Next opportunity Aug. 7

HIGH ISLAND WORK DAY 2nd Sat., 8:30 a.m. – noon, maintain bird sanctuary, lunch provided, 2088 5th St, High Island, Contact pdeichmann@houstonaudubon.org, Next opportunity TBD care, bird, outside

NASSAU BAY FARMERS’ MARKET Sat., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 18045 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, https://www.facebook.com/Nassau-Bay-Farmers-Market-217094481767170/ Next Opportunities Aug. 10 & Aug. 17 care, farmers, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center GUIDED HIKE Sat., 10 – 11 a.m. & 2 – 3 p.m. & Sun. 2 - 3 p.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Aug. 10/Aug. 11 & Aug. 17/Aug. 18 enjoy, walk, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center NATURAL HISTORY DEMONSTRATION 1 – 4 p.m., Sat. & Sun., learn about bayou animals & their habitat, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities Aug. 10/Aug. 11 & Aug. 17/Aug. 18 learn, class, animals, outside

FRIENDSWOOD FARMERS’ MARKET 1st Sat., 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., fresh produce, baked goods, handicrafts & more, Stevenson Park, Friendswood, https://friendswoodmarket.com/ Next Opportunity Sep. 7 care, farmers, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-SCHOOLERS Weds./Fri., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (during school year), class taught by center biologists for kids 7 – 12, course repeats each week on Weds. & Fri., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities TBD, Topic: TBD Safety learn, class, kids, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-ADVENTURERS Weds./Fri., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (during school year), in depth study of environmental science topics for kids 11 – 14, 2 topics each month, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, class, kids, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center PRAIRIE FRIDAY Fri., 8:30 a.m. – noon, volunteer stewardship of center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities Aug. 9 & Aug. 16 care, garden, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center PONTOON BOAT CRUISES most Sat.s, 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. and/or 6:30 p.m. 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required. http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities Aug. 10 (a.m. & p.m.) & Aug. 17 (a.m. & p.m.) enjoy, boat, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-KIDS Weds. & Fri., 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (during school year), drop-off program for kids 3 – 6, different nature topic each session, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunities TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, fish, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center GUIDED CANOE TOUR normally 2nd & 4th Sat.s, 8 – 11 a.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, Fees & registration may be required, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunity Aug. 10 enjoy, boat, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center BOY SCOUTING PROGRAMS usually monthly during school year, times vary opportunity to earn various badges, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org Next opportunities TBD learn, class, kids, walk, animals, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center STEWARDSHIP SATURDAY 8 – noon, 1st & 3rd Sat., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, registration required, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity Aug. 17 care, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center ECO-TOTS alt. Fri., 9:30 – 11 a.m. (during school year), adult + kids 18 mo. – 3, different nature topic each session, includes story/songs/short hike/etc., 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity TBD, Topic: TBD learn, enjoy, class, kids, bird, garden, outside

Brazos Bend State Park BRAZOS RIVER PICKERS usually 2nd Sat., 5 – 7 p.m. (Oct. – Apr., except Dec.), bluegrass/old time music in the park, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity TBD enjoy, park, outside

Armand Bayou Nature Center GIRL SCOUTING PROGRAMS usually monthly during the school year, times vary opportunity to earn various badges, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena, http://www.abnc.org, Next opportunity TBD learn, kids, animals, garden, outside

BELLVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 1st Sat., 9 a.m. – noon, Chesley Park, Bellville, https://www.bellvillefarmersmarket.com/ Next Opportunity Sep. 7 care, farmers, outside

Brazos Bend State Park BIRD WATCHING HIKE some Fri., Sat., Sun., Weds., 8 a.m., (Jan. – May), 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity TBD enjoy, bird, walk, park, outside

CHALLENGES & TREATMENT SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL WATER SYSTEMS monthly, 1 p.m., monthly webinar by EPA to communicate with drinking water systems professionals, https://www.epa.gov/water-research/small-systems-monthly-webinar-series Next Opportunity Aug. 27, Topic: Increasing Analytical Laboratory Preparedness learn, lecture, media, water, outside

Brazos Bend State Park GUIDED PHOTO HIKE usually 1st Sat., start time varies, 21901 FM 762 Rd, Needville, (fee to enter), www.brazosbend.org Next opportunity Nov. 2, 3 p.m. enjoy, photo, walk, park, outside

MILLIKAN RESERVE FARMERS’ MARKET 3rd Sun., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 19851 FM2154, College Station, https://marketonthegreen.splashthat.com/ Next Opportunity Aug. 18 care, farmers, outside

BOLIVAR BEACH RAMBLE 1st Sat., explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, www.houstonaudubon.org Next opportunity Sep. 7 enjoy, bird, walk, outside

LA CENTERRA FARMERS’ MARKET 4th Sun., 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., local vendors/artisans, produce, eggs, cheese & more, Katy, https://www.lacenterra.com/event/farmers-market-at-lacenterra/2145509027/ Next Opportunity Aug. 25 care, farmers, outside

GALVESTON FARMERS’ MARKET Sun., 9 a.m. – noon (1 p.m. Oct. – May), & Thurs., 3 – 6 p.m., (Sun): 2508 Post Office Rd., (Thurs): The Bryan Museum, Galveston, http://www.galvestonsownfarmersmarket.com/ Next Opportunities Aug. 8/Aug. 11 & Aug. 15/Aug. 18 care, farmers, outside

GALVESTON COUNTY AUDUBON MEETING & BIRDING FIELD TRIP usually 3rd Sat. & prior Weds., (except Dec.), time varies, various locations, galvestoncountyaudubongroup@gmail.com,

http://houstonaudubon.org/programs/calendar.html Next opportunity Meeting: TBD, Trip: TBD, Meeting Topic: TBD, Trip Location: TBD learn, meeting, enjoy, walk, bird, outside