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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Ruby Throated Hummingbird as they prepare to migrate. Presentations and activities scheduled throughout the weekend that will intrigue any bird lover.\nThursday\, September 4: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.\n10 a.m. – Noon: Make a hummingbird perch from the DeWitt Center\n1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: Learn about hummingbird migration. Presentation is in Eva Cooper Lodge at the Nature Park.\nFriday\, September 5: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. \n10 a.m. – Noon: Make a hummingbird perch from the DeWitt Center\n1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: Learn how to attract hummingbirds to your yard. Presentation takes place in Eva Cooper Lodge at the Nature Park.\nSaturday\, September 6: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.\n8 a.m. – 10 a.m.: Professional hummingbird banding\, taking place behind Eva Cooper Lodge\n9 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Experience the MCPL Reading Rocket\n10 a.m. – Noon: Make a hummingbird perch in the DeWitt Center\n1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: Learn about hummingbird migration. Presentation takes place in Eva Cooper Lodge at the Nature Park. \nHelp us celebrate Missouri’s smallest bird before they head south for the winter! \nExtension Master Gardeners from Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City and the MGGKC Children’s Program will also have family-friendly activities\, demos and displays all three days\, to help you learn why hummingbirds are such important pollinators.\n \nFree to the public. \nRegistration required for all events at www.webtrac.indedmo.org\nThis is a family friendly event. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nSeptember 4-6\nGeorge Owens Nature Park\n1601 Speck Road\nIndependence\, MO 64057
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/hummingbird-festival-2/
LOCATION:Geoge Owens Nature Park\, 1601 Speck Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64057\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Ruby Throated Hummingbird as they prepare to migrate. Presentations and activities scheduled throughout the weekend that will intrigue any bird lover.\nThursday\, September 4: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.\n10 a.m. – Noon: Make a hummingbird perch from the DeWitt Center\n1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: Learn about hummingbird migration. Presentation is in Eva Cooper Lodge at the Nature Park.\nFriday\, September 5: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. \n10 a.m. – Noon: Make a hummingbird perch from the DeWitt Center\n1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: Learn how to attract hummingbirds to your yard. Presentation takes place in Eva Cooper Lodge at the Nature Park.\nSaturday\, September 6: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.\n8 a.m. – 10 a.m.: Professional hummingbird banding\, taking place behind Eva Cooper Lodge\n9 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Experience the MCPL Reading Rocket\n10 a.m. – Noon: Make a hummingbird perch in the DeWitt Center\n1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: Learn about hummingbird migration. Presentation takes place in Eva Cooper Lodge at the Nature Park. \nHelp us celebrate Missouri’s smallest bird before they head south for the winter! \nExtension Master Gardeners from Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City and the MGGKC Children’s Program will also have family-friendly activities\, demos and displays all three days\, to help you learn why hummingbirds are such important pollinators.\n \nFree to the public. \nRegistration required for all events at www.webtrac.indedmo.org\nThis is a family friendly event. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nSeptember 4-6\nGeorge Owens Nature Park\n1601 Speck Road\nIndependence\, MO 64057
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/hummingbird-festival/
LOCATION:Geoge Owens Nature Park\, 1601 Speck Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250725T165346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T165346Z
UID:8537-1754726400-1754739000@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Produce Market at The Gardens at Unity Village
DESCRIPTION:Step into a century of history and nostalgia at The Gardens at Unity Village Produce Market. Nestled behind the iconic three-story barn\, three cultivated acres yield a bounty of freshly harvested fruits and vegetables. Volunteers from the Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will be on hand to share expert\, research-based gardening knowledge with the community. Children can take part in a hands-on educational\nactivity\, discovering the wonders of gardening and plant life. \nThis free event welcomes all ages\, and no registration is required.\nAugust 9\, 8:00 am – 11:30 am\nUnity Village\n150B Northwest Colbern Road\nLee’s Summit\, MO 64086
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/produce-market-at-the-gardens-at-unity-village-3/
LOCATION:Unity Village\, 150B Northwest Colbern Road\, Lee’s Summit\, MO\, 64086\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250725T165059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T165059Z
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SUMMARY:Class 5: Plant Identification and Dichotomous Keys
DESCRIPTION:Class 5: Plant Identification and Dichotomous Keys \nThis 9-month course will deepen your knowledge about the native plants of Missouri as you network with other gardening enthusiasts through class and field work. Class work includes lectures\, readings and a research project. Field work involves the creation of a community native plant garden and educational materials that will be used in the park. \nAll classes are on Saturdays\, 1 pm – 3 pm and designed for gardeners and\nnaturalists 16 years and older.\nLimited to 35 seats.\nCost: Pre-registration cost: $23.00\nLate registration: $ 50.00\nPrice Includes all materials. \nHow to register: Follow the link below or call the George Owens Nature Park front desk at 816-325-7115 Tuesday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm. Credit/ Debit card only.\nNative Plant Academy – Click on ‘Sections’ for individual class selection.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/class-5-plant-identification-and-dichotomous-keys/
LOCATION:Geoge Owens Nature Park\, 1601 Speck Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64057\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T140000
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CREATED:20250620T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T170233Z
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SUMMARY:Bug Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Join Lakeside Nature Center for this native wildlife event and observe a working beehive and a caterpillar zoo. There will be information tables that feature insect life cycles\, supporting pollinator species and insect predators. MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City Children’s Programs will be presenting “Flower Power.” Children will learn about the anatomy of flowers. They will discover plants can self-pollinate\, cross-pollinate and that some true self-pollinators don’t need pollinators at all. Learn how and why flowers are pollinated\, and what happens afterwards. \nFor more information visit https://lakesidenaturecenter.org/\nJuly 19\, 10 am – 2 pm\nLakeside Nature Center\n4701 East Gregory Boulevard\nKansas City\, MO 64132
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/bug-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Lakeside Nature Center\, 4701 East Gregory Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64132
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T150000
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CREATED:20250619T175639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T175639Z
UID:8481-1752325200-1752332400@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:George Owens Nature Park Native Plant Academy - Class 4
DESCRIPTION:Class 4: Native vs. Invasive Species \nThis 9-month course will deepen your knowledge about the native plants of Missouri as you network with other gardening enthusiasts through class and field work. Class work includes lectures\, readings and a research project. Field work involves the creation of a community native plant garden and educational materials that will be used in the park. \nAll classes are on Saturdays\, 1 pm – 3 pm and designed for gardeners and\nnaturalists 16 years and older.\nLimited to 35 seats.\nCost: Pre-registration cost: $23.00\nLate registration: $ 50.00\nPrice Includes all materials. \nHow to register: Follow the link below or call the George Owens Nature Park front desk at 816-325-7115 Tuesday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm. Credit/ Debit card only.\nNative Plant Academy – Click on ‘Sections’ for individual class selection.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/george-owens-nature-park-native-plant-academy-class-4/
LOCATION:Geoge Owens Nature Park\, 1601 Speck Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T120000
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CREATED:20250620T171046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T171046Z
UID:8487-1752310800-1752321600@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Gladstone Children’s Garden Day
DESCRIPTION:At this event\, young children and their parents can experience visiting an active vegetable garden\, take part in garden-themed activities\, participate in a scavenger hunt for garden items from bugs to vegetables and flowers. They can experience MU Extension Master Gardeners (EMGs) digging potatoes and leave with a sack filled with potatoes\, onions\, turnips and other vegetables that may be ready for harvest at the time. Extension Master Gardeners will also be on hand to answer any gardening questions. \nFamilies welcome\, children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult \nJuly 12\, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nAtkins-Johnson Farm and Museum\n4109 NE Pleasant Valley Rd\nGladstone\, MO 64119
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/gladstone-childrens-garden-day/
LOCATION:Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum\, 4109 N.E. Pleasant Valley Road\, Gladstone\, MO\, 64119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250620T165836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T165836Z
UID:8483-1752307200-1752319800@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Produce Market at The Gardens at Unity Village
DESCRIPTION:Step into a century of history and nostalgia at The Gardens at Unity Village Produce Market. Nestled behind the iconic three-story barn\, three cultivated acres yield a bounty of freshly harvested fruits and vegetables. Volunteers from the Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will be on hand to share expert\, research-based gardening knowledge with the community. Children can take part in a hands-on educational\nactivity\, discovering the wonders of gardening and plant life. \nThis free event welcomes all ages\, and no registration is required.\nJuly 12\, 8:00 am – 11:30 am\nUnity Village\n150B Northwest Colbern Road\nLee’s Summit\, MO 64086
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/produce-market-at-the-gardens-at-unity-village-2/
LOCATION:Unity Village\, 150B Northwest Colbern Road\, Lee’s Summit\, MO\, 64086\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250520T171214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T171214Z
UID:8447-1749906000-1749913200@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:George Owens Nature Park Native Plant Academy - Class 3
DESCRIPTION:This 9-month course will deepen your knowledge about the native plants of Missouri as you network with other gardening enthusiasts through class and field work. Class work includes lectures\, readings and a research project. Field work involves the creation of a community native plant garden and educational materials that will be used in the park.\nAll classes are on Saturdays\, 1 pm – 3 pm and designed for gardeners and naturalists 16 years and older.\nLimited to 35 seats.\nCost: Pre-registration cost: $23.00 per class\nLate registration: $ 50.00 per class\nPrice Includes all materials. \nJune 14- Class 3: Native Flowers and Prairie Ecosystems \nHow to register: Follow the link below or call the George Owens Nature Park front desk at 816-325-7115 Tuesday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm. Credit/ Debit card only.\nNative Plant Academy – Click on ‘Sections’ for individual class selection.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/george-owens-nature-park-native-plant-academy-class-3/
LOCATION:Geoge Owens Nature Park\, 1601 Speck Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64057\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250520T171712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T171712Z
UID:8450-1749888000-1749900600@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Produce Market at The Gardens at Unity Village
DESCRIPTION:Produce Market at The Gardens at Unity Village \nStep into a century of history and nostalgia at The Gardens at Unity Village Produce Market. Nestled behind the iconic three-story barn\, three cultivated acres yield a bounty of freshly harvested fruits and vegetables. Extension Master Gardeners from Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will be on hand to share expert\, research-based gardening knowledge with the community. Children can take part in a hands-on educational activity\, discovering the wonders of gardening and plant life. \nThis free event welcomes all ages\, and no registration is required. \nJune 14\, 8:00 am – 11:30 am \nUnity Village\n150B Northwest Colbern Road\nLee’s Summit\, MO 64086
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/produce-market-at-the-gardens-at-unity-village/
LOCATION:Unity Village\, 150B Northwest Colbern Road\, Lee’s Summit\, MO\, 64086\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T153143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T154219Z
UID:8367-1749286800-1749312000@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:2025 MGGKC Garden Tour in Lee’s Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City (MGGKC) for our 2025 Garden Tour on June 6 and 7 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. We are featuring seven beautiful gardens in Lee’s Summit. The gardens – Viva Vegetables\, Naturally Natives\, Tree Tales\, Cul-de-Sac Creations\, Suburban Sanctuary\, Lakeside Lessons\, and Artistic Designs\, provide unique experiences to delight both experienced and novice gardeners . Visitors will be inspired by the blending of art\, native plants\, vegetables mingled with traditional plantings\, environmentally friendly gardening practices\, secluded spaces\, and plant specimens not always seen in residential settings.  \nTickets are $20 per person (children 12 and under attend free of charge) and can be bought online\, in person\, and at select retailers starting April 1st. \nPlease visit mggkc.org/our-projects/garden-tour/ for complete details. \nThis event is NON-ADA compliant.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/2025-mggkc-garden-tour-in-lees-summit-2/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250315T170055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T154301Z
UID:8197-1749200400-1749312000@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:2025 MGGKC Garden Tour in Lee's Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City (MGGKC) for our 2025 Garden Tour on June 6 and 7 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. We are featuring seven beautiful gardens in Lee’s Summit. The gardens – Viva Vegetables\, Naturally Natives\, Tree Tales\, Cul-de-Sac Creations\, Suburban Sanctuary\, Lakeside Lessons\, and Artistic Designs\, provide unique experiences to delight both experienced and novice gardeners . Visitors will be inspired by the blending of art\, native plants\, vegetables mingled with traditional plantings\, environmentally friendly gardening practices\, secluded spaces\, and plant specimens not always seen in residential settings.  \nTickets are $20 per person (children 12 and under attend free of charge) and can be bought online\, in person\, and at select retailers starting April 1st. \nPlease visit mggkc.org/our-projects/garden-tour/ for complete details. \nThis event is NON-ADA compliant.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/2025-mggkc-garden-tour-in-lees-summit/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250519T200901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T200901Z
UID:8434-1748779200-1748797200@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Fox Hollow Festival
DESCRIPTION:Fox Hollow Festival \nEnjoy an afternoon filled with fun activities for all ages. Attendance is free with optional items for sale. Proceeds go to Friends of Fox Hollow for trail maintenance and improvements. To enhance your experience\, you’re encouraged to bring a folding chair\, hat\, bug spray and a refillable cup. We will have free cold drinks. This is a dog friendly event. Dogs must be on a leash and are not permitted inside the building.  \nMaster Gardeners of Greater Kansas City Children’s Programs will be presenting “Pollinators: Not Just Bees and Butterflies.” Children can learn about other living and non-living ways plants are pollinated\, and discover these pollinators work by day and night. There will be an experiment using an insect to pollinate paper flowers and learn ways to help pollinators in their own home and community. MGGKC activities will be from 12 pm to 2:30 pm. From 2:30 – 5:00  pm\, enjoy festival activities such as food trucks\, live music\, and adult beverages.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/fox-hollow-festival/
LOCATION:Lakeside Nature Center\, 4701 East Gregory Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64132
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T150759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T150759Z
UID:8357-1748676600-1748692800@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Lee's Summit Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will be at Lee’s Summit Farmers Market\, with a P/R Table\, presenting programs on pollinators and IPM/cultural controls. EMGs will also be promoting the 2025 Garden Tour and selling tickets. \nMay 17\, 24 and 31\, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm \nFree to the public\, children under 16 welcome when accompanied by an adult \nPublic Parking Lot at corner of Second and Douglas Streets Lee’s Summit\, Mo
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/lees-summit-farmers-market-3/
LOCATION:Lee’s Summit Farmers Market\, 2nd and SE Douglas St\, Lees Summit\, MO\, 64063\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T150704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T150704Z
UID:8355-1748071800-1748088000@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Lee's Summit Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will be at Lee’s Summit Farmers Market\, with a P/R Table\, presenting programs on pollinators and IPM/cultural controls. EMGs will also be promoting the 2025 Garden Tour and selling tickets. \nMay 17\, 24 and 31\, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm \nFree to the public\, children under 16 welcome when accompanied by an adult \nPublic Parking Lot at corner of Second and Douglas Streets Lee’s Summit\, Mo
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/lees-summit-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Lee’s Summit Farmers Market\, 2nd and SE Douglas St\, Lees Summit\, MO\, 64063\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T170340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T170340Z
UID:8370-1748019600-1748030400@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Fourth Fridays Art Walk - Lee's Summit
DESCRIPTION:Fourth Fridays Art Walk  \nDowntown Lee’s Summit Main Street presents Fourth Fridays Art Walk. The Art Walk showcases local artists\, live music performances\, along with participating shops and restaurants. The theme for May is “Art Grows Here.” The Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will provide a Children’s Activity called “Plant Parts” with vegetable art printing. The Gardens of Unity Village will provide the produce for this art activity. The Hotline and “Helping You Learn to Grow” brochures will be available for adults. \nFree to the public. Children are welcome with adult supervision. \nMay 23\, 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm \nDowntown Lee’s Summit\n near the intersection of Southwest Third St. and Southwest Main St. \nLee’s Summit\, MO 64081
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/fourth-fridays-art-walk-lees-summit/
LOCATION:MO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T152449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T152449Z
UID:8364-1747476000-1747486800@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Golden Acres Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION:Gather up your plants\, seeds\, or gardening supplies and bring them to The Golden Acres clubhouse for a fun-filled plant swap with fellow gardeners. If you do not have anything to trade\, do not worry. Grab a few seed packets\, find some extra pots or tools in your garage\, or just stop by to check it out. There will be plenty of extra plants available for free. MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City (MGGKC) Children’s Program will present a fun activity about seeds. Children will learn about seeds\, their anatomy\, their importance as a food source and their contributions to our everyday life. They will learn to make a paper pot\, plant a seed\, and take it home.  \nFor more information and what you can bring to trade\, call Cheryl Beal at 816-560-4520 \nMay 17\, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm \nFriends and family are welcome. Non-residents of Golden Acres are asked to contribute $5 to Golden Acres HOA\nGolden Acres Clubhouse\n1715 South Lake Drive\nIndependence\, MO 64055
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/golden-acres-plant-swap/
LOCATION:MO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T151607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T151607Z
UID:8359-1747472400-1747501200@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:George Owens Nature Park Native Plant Academy - Class 2
DESCRIPTION:This 9-month course will deepen your knowledge about the native plants of Missouri as you network with other gardening enthusiasts through class and field work. Class work includes lecture\, readings and a research project. Field work involves the creation of a community native plant garden and educational materials that will be used in the park.\nAll classes are on Saturdays\, 1 pm – 3 pm and designed for gardeners and naturalists 16 years and older. \nLimited to 35 seats.\nCost: Early registration cost: $23.00 per class\n         Late registration: $ 50.00 per class\nPrice Includes all materials. \nMay 17- Class 2: Pollination\, Seed Dispersal\, and Germination\nHow to register: Follow the link below or call the George Owens Nature Park front desk at 816-325-7115\nNative Plant Academy – Click on ‘Sections’ for individual class selection\nTuesday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm. Credit/ Debit card only.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/george-owens-nature-park-native-plant-academy-class-2-2/
LOCATION:Geoge Owens Nature Park\, 1601 Speck Rd\, Independence\, MO\, 64057\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T150448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T150448Z
UID:8351-1747467000-1747483200@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Lee's Summit Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City will be at Lee’s Summit Farmers Market\, with a P/R Table\, presenting programs on pollinators and IPM/cultural controls. EMGs will also be promoting the 2025 Garden Tour and selling tickets. \nMay 17\, 24 and 31\, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm \nFree to the public\, children under 16 welcome when accompanied by an adult \nPublic Parking Lot at corner of Second and Douglas Streets Lee’s Summit\, Mo \n 
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/lees-summit-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Lee’s Summit Farmers Market\, 2nd and SE Douglas St\, Lees Summit\, MO\, 64063\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250415T145711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T150047Z
UID:8349-1746262800-1746270000@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Wake Up Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Time to shake off Winter’s final cold grip and wake up our garden beds!  Burr Oak Woods Nature Center’s “Wake Up Your Garden” Work and Learn\, will feature a cleanup of last year’s old growth while uncovering and identifying our Spring seedlings.  All hand tools and gloves will be provided but participants are welcome to bring their own. Water will be available onsite\, but please bring a water bottle.  Learning objectives will include identifying spring ephemerals\, telling the difference between a weed and an intentionally planted species\, and learning common garden maintenance practices for spring.  \nRegistration is required and participants must be 18 or older.  There is a maximum number of 20 participants.\nSignup at: Events | Missouri Department of Conservation \nQuestions?  Contact Burr Oak Woods\, phone 816.228.3766\, or email jada.tressler@mdc.mo.gov \nMay 3\, 9:00 am – 11:00 am \nBurr Oak Woods Nature Center\n1401 Northwest Park Road\nBlue Springs\, MO 64015
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/wake-up-your-garden/
LOCATION:Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area\, 1401 NW Park Road\, Blue Springs\, MO
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250315T165638Z
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UID:8195-1745485200-1745686800@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Paola Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Marais des Cygnes Extension Master Gardeners indoor plant sale.  Choose from a large inventory  of butterfly host plants\, bee-friendly flowering plants\, local\, organically grown native and ornamental perennials\, herbs\, hanging baskets\, succulents\, shady and sun-loving annuals\, and proven vegetable and fruit selections for our area. For more information call 913-294-4306 or contact www.maraisdescygnes.ksu.edu. \nApril 24 (9 am – 5 pm)\, April 25 (9am – 6 pm)\, and April 26 (9am – 3pm) \nMiami County Fairgrounds\, Building #2 (Indoor sale)\n401 Wallace Park Drive\nPaola\, Kansas 66071
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/paola-plant-sale/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250319T160013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T160013Z
UID:8221-1745312400-1745499600@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Tree Keepers Course
DESCRIPTION:TreeKeepers is a hands-on educational course for anyone looking to increase their knowledge of trees or to become more involved in the community. These courses are great for gardeners\, City employees\, landscape providers\, Master Gardeners\, students and retirees. Class graduates will receive a TreeKeepers Handbook and are encouraged to participate in HTA volunteer workdays!\n \nSpring Tree Keepers Course\nApril 22 – April 24\, 2025\nAnita B Gorman Discovery Center\n4750 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110\nCost to attend: $50\n \nTuesday\, April 22nd\, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nTree Benefits | Tree ID | Urban Soils | Tree Biology\n \nWednesday\, April 23rd\, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nTree Selection | Tree Planting\n \nThursday\, April 24th\, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM\nTree Problems | Planting & Tree ID Field Day\n \nTree Keepers\nTree Keepers Registration\nemail cathy.justice@brdgingthegap.org with questions
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/spring-tree-keepers-course/
LOCATION:Anita B Gorman Discovery Center\, 4750 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T140000
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CREATED:20250315T164702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T165358Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Lakeside Nature Center will celebrate Earth Day with information about the wildlife of Swope Park\, learning about preservation while exploring the forest\, pond\, and marsh around the property\, and making wildflower or milkweed seed balls. Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City Children’s Program will be presenting “All About Seeds.” Children will learn about the anatomy of a seed by dissection and observation. They will also discover the ways that seeds are dispersed\, and why seeds are an important food source. \nThis event is free to the public\, all ages are welcome. \nFor more information visit  https://lakesidenaturecenter.org/ \nLakeside Nature Center\n4701 East Gregory Boulevard\nKansas City\, MO 64132
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Lakeside Nature Center\, 4701 East Gregory Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64132
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250205T172534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T173403Z
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SUMMARY:NatureScaping
DESCRIPTION:Burr Oak Woods Nature Center’s popular NatureScaping event is back for 2025! At this free workshop\, you will learn how to beautify your landscape with some of Missouri’s best natural resources: native plants! There will be educational sessions on native trees\, invasive species\, gardening for wildlife\, and many more. Plus\, we will have a native plant sale so attendees can purchase plants and use their new knowledge to start native gardens at home. \nRegistration required – participants must be 18 or older. \nThere is a maximum number of 125 participants. \nA sign-up link will be available February 1st under the title “NatureScaping” https://mdc.mo.gov/events?combine_event=&name=burr+oak+woods&county=All&region=702 \nAfter the event\, the plant sale will be open to the public from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM\, no registration required. Contact Burr Oak Woods\, phone 816.228.3766\, or email jada.tressler@mdc.mo.gov for more information.
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/naturescaping/
LOCATION:Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area\, 1401 NW Park Road\, Blue Springs\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250220T171543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T171543Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An all-day intensive for beginning\, new\, and seasoned beekeepers! The agenda will include: \nBee Biology; Equipment; Acquiring Bees; Spring\, Fall\, and Winter  Management; Bee Diseases and Pest Management; Educational  Opportunities; Hive Location; Honey Plants; Extracting Honey;  Beekeeping Etiquette; Questions and Answers; and a chance to  win a Complete Colony of Honey Bees!  \nPresentations are also certified for the Great Plains Master Beekeeping Program  Credits via the University of Nebraska. https://gpmb.unl.edu/about-master beekeeping-program  \n$75 Pre-Registration Fee includes:  \nA Beekeeping Handbook\, membership in the association\, presentation notes\,  monthly newsletter (Apiary Buzz)\, and lunch will be provided.  \nBeekeeping Supply Vendors will be on site. \nFor more info:  \n Cathy Misko (660) 656-3485\ncathymisko@earthlink.net  \nor \nTom O’Neill (660) 525-5828\njocomoba@gmail.com \nTo download PRE-Registration Form\nVisit www.JCMBA.org
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/beginning-beekeeping-workshop/
LOCATION:University of Central Missouri\, Warrensburg\, MO\, 511 S Holden St\, Warrensburg\, Missouri\, 64093
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125013
CREATED:20250205T172118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T172118Z
UID:7924-1741438800-1741449600@mggkc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:Spring is just around the corner. Join MU Extension Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City for Spring Fling 2025. Three Speakers Bureau presentations: Adaptive Gardening\, Natives in Containers\, and Integrated Pest Management Basics will provide information to help you make the most of your garden. Extension Master Gardeners from each of our gardens and projects will have gardening demonstrations and takeaways to inspire your creativity. There will also be activities for children to teach them about plants and beneficial bugs\, plus a fun scavenger hunt. Our motto is “Helping Others Learn to Grow” and we look forward to giving you the tips and information you need to help your garden bloom. \nFree to the public\, children 16 and under welcome when accompanied by an adult
URL:https://mggkc.org/event/spring-fling/
LOCATION:Hiram Young School\, 501 North Dodgion Street\, Independence\, MO\, 64050\, United States
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