Events

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…

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!   Spring Tree Keepers Course April 22…

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. April 24 (9…

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…

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. May 17, 24 and 31, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Free to the public, children under 16 welcome when accompanied…

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. All classes…

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…

Fourth Fridays Art Walk Downtown 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…

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. May 17, 24 and 31, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Free to the public, children under 16 welcome when accompanied…

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. May 17, 24 and 31, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Free to the public, children under 16 welcome when accompanied…