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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays February 5-March 26FREE for members / $5 nonmembersRegistration is requiredAges 50+ \n\n\n\nIn this special series for seniors\, each session will begin with guided meditation followed by a different nature-based activity such as gardening\, mindful birding\, or nature journaling. This series is designed to foster connection\, health\, and well-being in older adults through meaningful engagement with the natural world. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\nClasses\n\n\n\nSensory Walk \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 5\n\n\n\nMarch 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGardening \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMindful Birding \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNatural Art \n\n\n\n\nMarch 5\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBotany Walk \n\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Journaling \n\n\n\n\nMarch 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Angela Kim is an occupational therapy doctoral student from Texas Woman’s University with a passion for health promotion and community wellness. Her capstone project is focused on using nature-based interventions to enhance physical\, mental\, and social well-being in older adults. In her free time\, Angela enjoys exploring local trails\, going on walks\, and running with friends.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/mindfulness-in-nature/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification Series
DESCRIPTION:Second Saturday of the month January-April10:00 am – 12:00 pm$160 member / $220 nonmemberAges 16+; minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nMake your New Year’s resolution to help the environment a reality! This series of classes will take you step-by-step through the process of planning\, planting\, and maintaining a backyard wildlife habitat that meets National Wildlife Federation certification standards. At the end of the series\, you will receive your own Certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat sign! \n\n\n\nJanuary 3 – PlanningFebruary 7 – Food & Nesting PlacesMarch 7 – Water & ShelterApril 4 – Sustaining & Certifying \n\n\n\nClass fee includes the price of NWF Backyard Wildlife Certification registration and sign. Classes will involve brief walks outdoors; please dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\nRegistration closes Friday\, January 2 at 12 pm
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/backyard-wildlife-habitat-certification-series/2026-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife,Plants & Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T143000
DTSTAMP:20251210T195152Z
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:The Houston Arboretum is partnering with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host regular blood drives at the Arboretum. Click a date below to sign up to donate blood. All types of blood are needed to support the needs of our city. All successful donors will receive a voucher for a free Arboretum Individual Membership!  \n\n\n\n2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\njanuary 3\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nfebruary 7\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 7\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 4\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nmay 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\njune 13\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\njuly 11\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 1\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nseptember 26\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\noctober 3\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nnovember 7\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ndecember 12\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf all time slots are grayed out\, there are no more appointments available for that day. \n\n\n\nIf you are coming to donate\, please use the 610 Entrance for easiest access to the Donor Coach. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDonor AdvocatesDo you have questions about your eligibility to give blood? Need more information about a test result? Please contact us with any medical questions you may have before\, during or after your donation.  \n\n\n\nDonor Advocates team is available:  \n\n\n\n8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday–Friday  Email: donoradvocacy@giveblood.org | Call: (713) 791-6608 The Blood Center will respond to your email within 24 hours during regular business hours. You may also check the Eligibility Page for basic eligibility questions: https://www.giveblood.org/donate/check-eligibility/ \n\n\n\nCustomer ExperienceDo you need to change your appointment? Have a question about our Donor Rewards program? Can’t find your Donor ID? \n\n\n\nCustomer Experience team is available:  \n\n\n\n8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday–FridayEmail: cs@giveblood.org | Call: (713) 791-6373 or +1 (877) 948-5433 toll-freeThe Blood Center will respond to your email within 24 hours during regular business hours. You may also email Alyssa Giraldo at agiraldo@giveblood.org to reschedule your appointment.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/blood-drive/2026-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Blood Drives,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T093000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays February 5-March 26FREE for members / $5 nonmembersRegistration is requiredAges 50+ \n\n\n\nIn this special series for seniors\, each session will begin with guided meditation followed by a different nature-based activity such as gardening\, mindful birding\, or nature journaling. This series is designed to foster connection\, health\, and well-being in older adults through meaningful engagement with the natural world. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\nClasses\n\n\n\nSensory Walk \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 5\n\n\n\nMarch 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGardening \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMindful Birding \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNatural Art \n\n\n\n\nMarch 5\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBotany Walk \n\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Journaling \n\n\n\n\nMarch 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Angela Kim is an occupational therapy doctoral student from Texas Woman’s University with a passion for health promotion and community wellness. Her capstone project is focused on using nature-based interventions to enhance physical\, mental\, and social well-being in older adults. In her free time\, Angela enjoys exploring local trails\, going on walks\, and running with friends.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/mindfulness-in-nature/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260703T172909Z
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Bird Survey
DESCRIPTION:2nd Saturday of the month8:00 – 10:00 amFree\, but donations appreciatedAll ages\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nWork on your bird watching skills while helping the Arboretum monitor bird populations on a fun\, relaxed morning walk. Join us on the second Saturday of each month in front of the Nature Center building for a two-hour bird survey led by Arboretum staff members Kelsey Low and Theo Ostler. We welcome all levels of bird watching skill and all ages (as long as you’re quiet) – but no dogs\, please!  \n\n\n\nIf you have binoculars of your own\, please bring them. We have a limited number of binoculars available to borrow
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/second-saturday-bird-survey/2026-02-14/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Second Saturday Bird Survey,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T170000
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SUMMARY:Tapas on the Trails
DESCRIPTION:$110 member / $125 nonmember per personVIP Upgrade $40 per personAges 21+No entry after 7:15 pm \n\n\n\nEnjoy tasty tapas and perfectly paired libations while supporting your Houston Arboretum. This special evening features a romantic walk on softly lit trails\, through the forest and under the moonlight. Guests will experience six food stops and sample specially selected beers and wines. Help raise funds for the Arboretum’s mission of conservation and nature education while enjoying our most unique event of the year. \n\n\n\nEarly bird registration opens Monday\, December 1. Receive $10 off per ticket when you register before December 31. \n\n\n\nTapas on the Trails is a rain or shine event. Current forecasts show a chance of light to moderate rain throughout the day\, so we recommend dressing for the weather. Our team has prepared for wet weather and have a rain plan in place\, so we are confident the evening will be fantastic regardless of conditions. \n\n\n\nAt this time\, there is no rain date and no planned cancellation. If anything changes\, all registered guests will be notified immediately. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView the Menu\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMenu crafted by expert chefs at Cotton Culinary\, Kelly Prohl of Double Decanted\, and Lennie Ambrose of Saint Arnold Brewing Company.  \n\n\n\nVegetarian options available at sign up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVip Experience – Sold Out\n\n\n\nParticipants are invited to upgrade to a VIP Experience for an additional $40 donation to the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nEach upgrade includes: \n\n\n\n\nA bubbly welcome beverage and special first bite\n\n\n\nAn exclusive live animal encounter\n\n\n\nA raffle ticket for a 1.5-liter magnum bottle of wine (valued at more than $150)\n\n\n\nAccess to VIP Lounge\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPARKING & RIDE-SHARING\n\n\n\nParking is free for all guests during Tapas on the Trails\, and cars left overnight will not be towed. Do not leave valuables in your car. You can park at either the 610 or Woodway Parking Loops and follow the signs to the McGovern Education Campus and Nature Center. The pathway from the Woodway Loop to the Nature Center is lit by permanent pathway lights and check-in is located inside the Nature Center building. \n\n\n\nThe Arboretum recommends using a designated driver\, ride-sharing\, or taxi service for guests who drink alcohol. Drivers may pick-up at the 610 (120 W. Loop N Fwy) or Woodway (4501 Woodway Dr) Entrances\, so please be aware of this when booking their services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers\n\n\n\nWe are looking for adult volunteers (21+) to help us with Tapas on the Trails this year! Volunteers must be comfortable working outside\, serving alcohol\, and staying for a 4-hour shift. Volunteers will receive free event parking\, food during their shift\, and our heartfelt gratitude.  \n\n\n\n\nSign Up to Volunteer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors & Partners
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tapas-on-the-trails/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Food & Drink,Special Events,Young Professionals
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays February 5-March 26FREE for members / $5 nonmembersRegistration is requiredAges 50+ \n\n\n\nIn this special series for seniors\, each session will begin with guided meditation followed by a different nature-based activity such as gardening\, mindful birding\, or nature journaling. This series is designed to foster connection\, health\, and well-being in older adults through meaningful engagement with the natural world. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\nClasses\n\n\n\nSensory Walk \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 5\n\n\n\nMarch 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGardening \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMindful Birding \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNatural Art \n\n\n\n\nMarch 5\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBotany Walk \n\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Journaling \n\n\n\n\nMarch 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Angela Kim is an occupational therapy doctoral student from Texas Woman’s University with a passion for health promotion and community wellness. Her capstone project is focused on using nature-based interventions to enhance physical\, mental\, and social well-being in older adults. In her free time\, Angela enjoys exploring local trails\, going on walks\, and running with friends.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/mindfulness-in-nature/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20251209T215310Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Nature Journals
DESCRIPTION:$22 member / $37 nonmemberAges 12+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nNature journals are a relaxing way to hone your observation skills\, develop your creativity\, and practice living in the moment. In this class we’ll create handmade nature notebooks\, walk the trails to make some observations\, and discuss ways to actually keep journaling throughout the year. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/diy-nature-journals/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art & Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T103000
DTSTAMP:20251209T232529Z
CREATED:20251209T232527Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays February 5-March 26FREE for members / $5 nonmembersRegistration is requiredAges 50+ \n\n\n\nIn this special series for seniors\, each session will begin with guided meditation followed by a different nature-based activity such as gardening\, mindful birding\, or nature journaling. This series is designed to foster connection\, health\, and well-being in older adults through meaningful engagement with the natural world. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\nClasses\n\n\n\nSensory Walk \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 5\n\n\n\nMarch 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGardening \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 19\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMindful Birding \n\n\n\n\nFebruary 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNatural Art \n\n\n\n\nMarch 5\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBotany Walk \n\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNature Journaling \n\n\n\n\nMarch 26\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Angela Kim is an occupational therapy doctoral student from Texas Woman’s University with a passion for health promotion and community wellness. Her capstone project is focused on using nature-based interventions to enhance physical\, mental\, and social well-being in older adults. In her free time\, Angela enjoys exploring local trails\, going on walks\, and running with friends.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/mindfulness-in-nature/2026-02-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260123T174117Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Native Milkweed
DESCRIPTION:$22 member / $37 nonmember (per person)Ages 12+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nEveryone loves milkweed\, but it can be challenging to grow. In this class we’ll de-mystify milkweed\, from the best species to grow in your conditions to the best ways to start seed and even the right soil and pots for your precious plants. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nsold out
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/growing-native-milkweed/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Plants & Gardening
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