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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hikes en español
DESCRIPTION:Sábados selectos (clima permitiendo)10:00 am – 10:45 am y 11:00 am – 11:45 amGratisPara todas edades. Los menores de edad deben ir acompañados de un adulto.Las caminatas están limitadas a 20 lugares por orden de llegada. \n\n\n\nEl punto de reunión es en el letrero informativo que está entre el estacionamiento del lado de la Interestatal 610 y el edificio del Centro de la Naturaleza. \n\n\n\nAcompáñanos en una caminata guiada por el Arboreto. Descubre la naturaleza\, las plantas y la historia de nuestro hermoso centro natural junto a un guía. Nos reuniremos en el estacionamiento de la 610 Loop\, cerca de la entrada al Centro Natural. Busca el letrero que indica el punto de encuentro. Las caminatas duran entre 40 y 45 minutos y recorren diferentes senderos. \n\n\n\nVenga preparado para estar en el aire libre (se recomiendan zapatos cerrados\, una botella de agua\, repelente de insectos\, etc.). \n\n\n\nCaminata Guiada\n\n\n\n\n\nInglés \n\n\n\nSeptiembre 12Octubre 3Noviembre 7Diciembre 5 \n\n\n\n\n\nEspañol \n\n\n\nSeptiembre 12Octubre 3Noviembre 7Diciembre 5 \n\n\n\n\n\nNo se permiten grupos. Los grupos interesados ​​en reservar un tour privado durante la semana pueden comunicarse con Kelsey Low.   \n\n\n\n\nGuided Nature Hikes in english
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/guided-nature-hikes-en-espanol/2026-09-19/1/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,En español,Family Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Educator Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Free\, registration requiredInstructor: Tiffany RitterAges 21+ \n\n\n\nAll educators are welcome at our Educator Workshops; classroom teachers\, outdoor educators\, scout leaders\, homeschool parents – anyone who wants to learn fun\, hands-on ways to teach children about science and nature. \n\n\n\nHouston Arboretum & Nature Center is an approved CPE provider for Texas Education Association. Teachers who attend our workshops receive official CPE credits and proof of attendance for each workshop. \n\n\n\nPlease wear closed-toe shoes as we will be walking on trails.   \n\n\n\n2026 – Registration is coming soon \n\n\n\n\nseptember 17\n\n\n\noctober 22\n\n\n\nNovember 19\n\n\n\ndecember 17\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpace is limited\, please only register if you plan to attend. If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend\, email agreer@houstonarboretum.org
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/educator-workshop/2026-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Educator Programs,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260703T162935Z
CREATED:20240702T145540Z
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SUMMARY:Hatchlings
DESCRIPTION:For children 0 – 18 months and their caregivers\n\n\n\nBabies in nature? Babies ARE nature! Babies who spend time outside are stronger\, healthier\, more confident\, and better sleepers. Learn how to support your Hatchlings as they develop motor skills\, test physical limits\, cultivate their sense of wonder\, and get messy in a safe place to try new things. \n\n\n\nHatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact\, explore\, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world. This program will be held outdoors and will include loose parts and messy play with natural sensory elements such as sand\, mud\, grass\, sticks\, leaves\, and water. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited and pre-registration is required for all Hatchlings classes. \n\n\n\nSelect Wednesdays from 10:00 am – 11:00 am. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArboretum Member registration for Fall 2026 classes opens Tuesday\, August 4 and Nonmember registration opens Tuesday\, August 11. Become a Family Tree Member or above to access early registration and receive the Member rate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n\n\n\n$12 member / $15 nonmember Per child/caregiver pair\, per classMore than one caregiver may accompany a registered child. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Classes\n\n\n\nSeptember \n\n\n\n\nseptember 9\n\n\n\nseptember 16\n\n\n\nseptember 23\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNovember \n\n\n\n\nnovember 4\n\n\n\nnovember 11\n\n\n\nnovember 18\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\n\n\nHatchlings classes are best for infants and toddlers who are creepers\, crawlers\, or new walkers up to 18 months old (not for older siblings)\, but even newborns benefit from sensory outdoor experiences \n\n\n\nHatchlings will be held outdoors in rain or shine. Please dress yourself and your Hatchling for the weather and bring a spare change of clothes for your Hatchling. \n\n\n\nHatchlings classes are for children 0-18 months and their caregivers only. Please do not bring older siblings to class. \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\nThis program is open to all abilities. Some areas where classes might be held are not stroller-friendly or wheelchair accessible. Please plan to carry your Hatchling to various locations and let us know if you need assistance with caregiver accessibility.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/hatchlings/2026-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T111500
DTSTAMP:20260702T180350Z
CREATED:20240701T180347Z
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SUMMARY:Tyke Hikes
DESCRIPTION:For children 18 months – 4 years\n\n\n\n\n\nEncourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors! Children with an adult companion can join a naturalist for a story reading\, a simple nature or sensory development activity\, and a stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum trails. Arrive dressed in close-toed shoes and comfortable play clothes. Be prepared for the weather including hat\, sunscreen\, jackets\, raincoat\, or rain boots\, as needed. Enjoy an interesting new nature experience each week with themes such as ponds\, bones\, senses\, and leaves.  \n\n\n\nSelect Mondays9:30 am-10:15 am10:30 am-11:15 am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\npricing\n\n\n\nFree for Family Tree Members and above (please have member card on hand)$7 per child for nonmembers\, pay at the door. \n\n\n\nNo preregistration is necessary; however\, attendance is limited to 20 children per session. Sign-up will take place in front of the Beautyberry Classroom. Doors will close 15 minutes after the class begins or once the session is full. Siblings who are not within the age range may attend but may not participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nupcoming hikes\n\n\n\nSeptember 14\, 21\, 28October 5\, 12\, 26November 2\, 9\, 16December 7\, 14\, 21 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYKE HIKES EN ESPAÑOL!\n\n\n\n\nIs your child wild about nature? The Arboretum is the natural place to celebrate a birthday.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tyke-hikes/2026-09-14/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T101500
DTSTAMP:20260702T180350Z
CREATED:20240701T180347Z
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SUMMARY:Tyke Hikes
DESCRIPTION:For children 18 months – 4 years\n\n\n\n\n\nEncourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors! Children with an adult companion can join a naturalist for a story reading\, a simple nature or sensory development activity\, and a stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum trails. Arrive dressed in close-toed shoes and comfortable play clothes. Be prepared for the weather including hat\, sunscreen\, jackets\, raincoat\, or rain boots\, as needed. Enjoy an interesting new nature experience each week with themes such as ponds\, bones\, senses\, and leaves.  \n\n\n\nSelect Mondays9:30 am-10:15 am10:30 am-11:15 am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\npricing\n\n\n\nFree for Family Tree Members and above (please have member card on hand)$7 per child for nonmembers\, pay at the door. \n\n\n\nNo preregistration is necessary; however\, attendance is limited to 20 children per session. Sign-up will take place in front of the Beautyberry Classroom. Doors will close 15 minutes after the class begins or once the session is full. Siblings who are not within the age range may attend but may not participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nupcoming hikes\n\n\n\nSeptember 14\, 21\, 28October 5\, 12\, 26November 2\, 9\, 16December 7\, 14\, 21 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYKE HIKES EN ESPAÑOL!\n\n\n\n\nIs your child wild about nature? The Arboretum is the natural place to celebrate a birthday.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tyke-hikes/2026-09-14/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T114500
DTSTAMP:20260702T181706Z
CREATED:20240701T181321Z
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SUMMARY:Tyke Hikes en español
DESCRIPTION:Para niños de 18 meses a 4 años.\n\n\n\n¡Fomenta la curiosidad de tu hijo por la naturaleza y pasa tiempo explorando al aire libre! Niños\, junto a un acompañante adulto\, pueden unirse a un naturalista para escuchar un cuento\, participar en una actividad sensorial o relacionada con la naturaleza\, y disfrutar de una caminata para cochecitos por los hermosos senderos del Arboreto. Ven vestido con zapatos cerrados y ropa cómoda para jugar. Prepárate para el clima\, incluyendo sombrero\, protector solar\, chaquetas impermeables\, o botas de lluvia\, según sea necesario. Cada semana podrás disfrutar de una nueva e interesante experiencia natural\, con temas como estanques\, serpientes\, sentidos y Viento. \n\n\n\nDomingos seleccionados para Tyke Hikes en español.11:00-11:45 am \n\n\n\nPrecio para miembros: Gratis / No miembros: $7 por niño; a partir de 18 meses; se admiten hermanos menores. \n\n\n\nClases\n\n\n\nSeptiembre 13Octubre 11Noviembre 15Diciembre 13 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYKE HIKES In English!\n\n\n\n\nIs your child wild about nature? The Arboretum is the natural place to celebrate a birthday.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tyke-hikes-en-espanol/2026-09-13/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,En español,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260706T203039Z
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SUMMARY:Going Batty!
DESCRIPTION:$37 member / $52 nonmember (per person)Instructor: TBDAges 21+ \n\n\n\nDid you know that bats are the pollinators of the tequila agave? Enjoy a delicious tequila popsicle as you listen to a local bat expert discuss the important role of bats in our ecosystem as pest control\, seed dispersers\, and pollinators. Then go on a bat hike and use special detectors to listen to bat sonar over the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeep the batty fun going by joining us for our free\, family-friendly Bat Fest on Saturday\, September 27 from 10 am – 2 pm. \n\n\n\nInstructor Bio: DeAndra Ramsey attended Texas A&M University where she obtained her B.S in Biomedical Science. DeAndra has worked in the conservation community for over 15 years. She began her career at Houston Zoo in 2010\, where she was involved in many conservation initiatives ranging from pollinator conservation to habitat restoration. She was awarded the title of Conservation Champion due to her work with the Texas Bat Monitoring project she led at the Houston Zoo along with facilitating the partnership between the Houston Zoo and Bat Conservation International. DeAndra also works with Buffalo Bayou Partnership to further conservation education efforts in relation to our amazing urban wildlife we have right here in Houston. DeAndra was the Executive Director of the Hana and Arthur Ginzbarg Nature Discovery Center from 2021-2025.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/going-batty/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T114500
DTSTAMP:20260702T140232Z
CREATED:20240702T163043Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Select Saturdays (weather permitting)10:00 am – 10:45 am and 11:00 am – 11:45 amFreeAll ages\, minors must be accompanied by an adultHikes are limited to 20 spots on a first come\, first served basis. \n\n\n\nPlease meet at the Information signage located between the 610 Parking Loop and the Nature Center Building. \n\n\n\nVenture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Explore our ecosystems to learn about the local wildlife\, plants\, and natural history of our beautiful nature center. Hikes will vary but expect to spend 40-45 minutes on the trail.  \n\n\n\nPlease come prepared for the outdoors. Closed toe shoes\, a water bottle\, weather-appropriate hiking attire\, and bug spray are recommended. \n\n\n\nupcoming hikes\n\n\n\n\n\nEnglish \n\n\n\nSeptember 12October 3November 7December 5 \n\n\n\n\n\nEspañol \n\n\n\nSeptiembre 19Octubre 10Noviembre 14Diciembre 12 \n\n\n\n\n\nNo groups\, please. Groups can book a Private Group Tour during the week\, and Scout Groups can visit our Girl Scout and Boy Scout pages to book a private opportunity. \n\n\n\n\nGuided Nature Hikes en español
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/guided-nature-hikes/2026-09-12/2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T104500
DTSTAMP:20260702T140232Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Select Saturdays (weather permitting)10:00 am – 10:45 am and 11:00 am – 11:45 amFreeAll ages\, minors must be accompanied by an adultHikes are limited to 20 spots on a first come\, first served basis. \n\n\n\nPlease meet at the Information signage located between the 610 Parking Loop and the Nature Center Building. \n\n\n\nVenture out with an Arboretum Guide for a hike through the Houston Arboretum. Explore our ecosystems to learn about the local wildlife\, plants\, and natural history of our beautiful nature center. Hikes will vary but expect to spend 40-45 minutes on the trail.  \n\n\n\nPlease come prepared for the outdoors. Closed toe shoes\, a water bottle\, weather-appropriate hiking attire\, and bug spray are recommended. \n\n\n\nupcoming hikes\n\n\n\n\n\nEnglish \n\n\n\nSeptember 12October 3November 7December 5 \n\n\n\n\n\nEspañol \n\n\n\nSeptiembre 19Octubre 10Noviembre 14Diciembre 12 \n\n\n\n\n\nNo groups\, please. Groups can book a Private Group Tour during the week\, and Scout Groups can visit our Girl Scout and Boy Scout pages to book a private opportunity. \n\n\n\n\nGuided Nature Hikes en español
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/guided-nature-hikes/2026-09-12/1/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
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/2026-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Second Saturday Bird Survey,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260703T162935Z
CREATED:20240702T145540Z
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SUMMARY:Hatchlings
DESCRIPTION:For children 0 – 18 months and their caregivers\n\n\n\nBabies in nature? Babies ARE nature! Babies who spend time outside are stronger\, healthier\, more confident\, and better sleepers. Learn how to support your Hatchlings as they develop motor skills\, test physical limits\, cultivate their sense of wonder\, and get messy in a safe place to try new things. \n\n\n\nHatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact\, explore\, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world. This program will be held outdoors and will include loose parts and messy play with natural sensory elements such as sand\, mud\, grass\, sticks\, leaves\, and water. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited and pre-registration is required for all Hatchlings classes. \n\n\n\nSelect Wednesdays from 10:00 am – 11:00 am. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArboretum Member registration for Fall 2026 classes opens Tuesday\, August 4 and Nonmember registration opens Tuesday\, August 11. Become a Family Tree Member or above to access early registration and receive the Member rate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n\n\n\n$12 member / $15 nonmember Per child/caregiver pair\, per classMore than one caregiver may accompany a registered child. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Classes\n\n\n\nSeptember \n\n\n\n\nseptember 9\n\n\n\nseptember 16\n\n\n\nseptember 23\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNovember \n\n\n\n\nnovember 4\n\n\n\nnovember 11\n\n\n\nnovember 18\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\n\n\nHatchlings classes are best for infants and toddlers who are creepers\, crawlers\, or new walkers up to 18 months old (not for older siblings)\, but even newborns benefit from sensory outdoor experiences \n\n\n\nHatchlings will be held outdoors in rain or shine. Please dress yourself and your Hatchling for the weather and bring a spare change of clothes for your Hatchling. \n\n\n\nHatchlings classes are for children 0-18 months and their caregivers only. Please do not bring older siblings to class. \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\nThis program is open to all abilities. Some areas where classes might be held are not stroller-friendly or wheelchair accessible. Please plan to carry your Hatchling to various locations and let us know if you need assistance with caregiver accessibility.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/hatchlings/2026-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260702T132108Z
CREATED:20251210T190343Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Nature Together Scavenger Hunts
DESCRIPTION:Free\, donations appreciatedAll ages\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nBring the whole family to the Houston Arboretum for free\, themed scavenger hunts! Each month features a themed self-guided scavenger hunt where families can join us at our Nature Center before heading out to the trails to sharpen their observation skills and learn something new about nature. From spiders to fall foliage\, every adventure is different! \n\n\n\nPlease come prepared for the outdoors (closed toe shoes recommended\, bring a water bottle\, bug spray\, etc).  \n\n\n\nSigns of LifeSeptember 6 \n\n\n\nWe may not always see animals out and about\, so how do we know they are here? They leave traces of themselves behind! From scat\, to tracks\, learn how to find the signs of life here at the Arboretum. \n\n\n\nAmazing ArachnidsOctober 10 \n\n\n\nSpiders are so much more than Halloween decorations. They fill the role of pest control specialist in our ecosystem. Want to learn more about these amazing arachnids? Then get into the Halloween spirit by learning more about spiders. \n\n\n\nFall FoliageNovember 7 \n\n\n\nAlthough Houston is not known for its fall colors\, there are still lots to learn about leaves! From deciduous to evergreen\, here at the Arboretum we see leaves on the ground as well as in the trees all winter long. Join us and learn more about the difference between the two and why leaves are important in the fall. \n\n\n\nAnimal HomesDecember 5 \n\n\n\nThere is no central heating outdoors\, so where do the animals go when they get cold? To their homes\, of course! Burrows\, leaves\, nests\, and so much more. Find out all the different types of animal homes and who lives in what.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/discover-nature-together-scavenger-hunts/2026-09-06/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T184356Z
CREATED:20251209T222555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T184356Z
UID:10001412-1788699600-1788714000@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Edible Wild Plants
DESCRIPTION:$100 member / $125 nonmember (per person)Ages 16+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nFor most of human existence\, the wilds supplied all our food and medicine. Join Dr. Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen as he teaches you what your ancestors knew. This plant walkabout will give you hands-on (as well as nose\, fingers\, and taste bud) guidance on how to properly identify and utilize the wonderful wild plants of the Houston/East Texas region. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Dr. Mark Vorderbruggen brings his background as a Ph.D. in chemistry to the world of Houston’s edible and medicinal wild plants. He is the author of “The Idiot’s Guide: Foraging\,” runs the informative “Foraging Texas” website\, formulates medicinal plant remedies through Medicine Man Plant Co.\, and is always educating about useful plants on TV\, online\, and in person.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/edible-wild-plants/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Food & Drink,Plants & Gardening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260701T191531Z
CREATED:20230724T194111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T191531Z
UID:10000669-1788600600-1788607800@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Birding
DESCRIPTION:$22 member / $37 nonmember (per person)Ages 12+\, all minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nIf you have always wanted to get into bird watching but you have never picked up a pair of binoculars\, this class is for you! Join us for an introduction to birding\, including how to choose binoculars and where to find them\, how to read a field guide\, and where to find birds in Houston. Weather permitting\, we’ll also go out on the trails to practice real birding basics.  \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/beginner-birding/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260622T195859Z
CREATED:20241213T172914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T195859Z
UID:10001156-1788022800-1788030000@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Drink & Draw: Birds
DESCRIPTION:$22 member / $37 nonmemberAges 21+ \n\n\n\nYes\, you CAN draw – and have fun while you do it! Grab a beer or nonalcoholic beverage from Saint Arnold Brewing Company and get creative. We’ll show you some basic bird doodling tricks and then practice drawing some beautiful bird specimens. All art supplies will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. \n\n\n\n\nsold out
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/drink-and-draw-birds/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art & Photography
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T213553Z
CREATED:20260421T213551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T213553Z
UID:10001534-1787392800-1787400000@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:A Year in the Wildlife Garden
DESCRIPTION:$22 member / $37 nonmemberAges 12+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nWhat’s the best time to plant wildflowers\, put up a birdhouse\, or clean up the garden after a freeze? With a little understanding of nature’s rhythms\, you can plan your year to maximize wildlife benefits and minimize your stress. In this class we’ll talk through a year in the wildlife garden and send you home with a calendar of to-dos for each season. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/a-year-in-the-wildlife-garden/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife,Plants & Gardening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T162403Z
CREATED:20260528T162402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T162403Z
UID:10001546-1787389200-1787396400@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Fourth Saturday Phenology Walk
DESCRIPTION:Fourth Saturday of the Month9:00 – 11:00 amFree\, donations appreciatedAll ages\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nMeet in front of the Nature Center building \n\n\n\nDiscover the hidden seasonal rhythms of nature firsthand on our guided Phenology Walks\, where we track the life cycles of different plants across ecosystems\, from the first spring bud burst to winter dormancy. You’ll learn how shifting weather patterns and climate change influence the timing of these important events in our local ecosystems and how you can become a community scientist\, contributing vital data from your own backyard to a global research initiative.  \n\n\n\nThese relaxing morning walks are led by scientists from Rice University and staff from the Arboretum. We welcome nature enthusiasts of all ages\, however kids 12 years and younger must be accompanied by a guardian. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the study of phenology and ways you can contribute at https://www.usanpn.org/nn \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Science Partner
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/fourth-saturday-phenology-walk/2026-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Fourth Saturday Phenology Walk,Plants & Gardening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T214126Z
CREATED:20240405T182603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T214126Z
UID:10000919-1787220000-1787225400@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Docent Recruitment Open House & Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:FreeRegistration encouraged; walk-in participants welcomeAges 21+ \n\n\n\nCalling all nature lovers! We are looking to grow our team of Arboretum Docents and would like to invite you to learn more at this informational breakfast. Docents are volunteers who are specially trained to engage visitors of all ages and backgrounds in active explorations of our trails and Discovery Room. We are currently recruiting individuals for our upcoming docent trainings to prepare for fall programs! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConcerned that you know very little about natural history\, native flora/fauna\, or the Arboretum in general? Not to worry! Docent training is comprehensive and includes extensive content-based classes as well as training on effective touring techniques. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in helping us teach our visitors about nature and all it has to offer\, we encourage you to attend!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/docent-recruitment-open-house-breakfast/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203706Z
CREATED:20230515T192707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T203706Z
UID:10000646-1786820400-1786827600@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Froggy Night
DESCRIPTION:$37 member / $52 nonmemberInstructor: Dr. Cassidy Johnson Ages 21+ \n\n\n\nHop on over for a wet\, wild night! Enjoy refreshments (frog-themed snacks\, coffee\, and Saint Arnold Brewing Company beer) while you learn all about the strange and wonderful world of frogs\, from their croaking courtship to their mysterious metamorphosis. Weather permitting\, we’ll also go for a hike to search for frogs and other nocturnal creatures. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. \n\n\n\n\nregister online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor bio: Dr. Cassidy Johnson has a B.S. and M.S. in Biology at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry & Cell Biology from Rice University. She loves teaching biology and is currently an Assistant Teaching Professor for Rice BioSciences. She fell in love with local amphibians while working for the Houston toad ex situ conservation program at the Houston Zoo. She is also passionate about the protection and restoration of Texas prairies and is on the board of the Native Prairie Association of Texas and was previously the president of the Coastal Prairie Partnership.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/froggy-night/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
DTSTAMP:20260703T172909Z
CREATED:20231214T204640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T172909Z
UID:10000800-1786176000-1786183200@houstonarboretum.org
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/2026-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community Science,Nature & Wildlife,Second Saturday Bird Survey,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T181910Z
CREATED:20250422T225909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T181910Z
UID:10001229-1786096800-1786104000@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Mowers
DESCRIPTION:Free\, Members onlyNo registration necessaryAll ages \n\n\n\nHouston Arboretum Members are the G.O.A.T! Join us on the Event Lawn for this Members-only appreciation event is designed as a relaxed\, drop-in experience. Members can observe the goats while enjoying the Trail Mix Grazing Station\, a self-serve snack station with assorted trail mix ingredients\, and informal engagement with staff and volunteers. \n\n\n\nAlthough petting is not allowed\, you’ll have plenty of chances to capture fun selfies with our furry visitors before they embark on their next adventure! \n\n\n\n\nbecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will be held rain or shine and will be entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 goat map
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/meet-the-mowers/
CATEGORIES:Membership
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260211T160025Z
CREATED:20240206T003400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160025Z
UID:10001512-1786014000-1786017600@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 4 – Aug 69:30 – 10:30 am11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n$10 member / $12 nonmember (per child\, per class)Ages 2-4 \n\n\n\nEach child must be accompanied by their guardian. Siblings are welcome to attend but must be registered to participate. \n\n\n\nFamily Tree Membership and above required for member discount. \n\n\n\nOur youngest naturalists are invited to join us for hands-on nature exploration. This program is a perfect way for our Little Explorers to discover more about the natural world around them.  \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. A parent or guardian is required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\nSummer Children’s Program registration will open Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 for Arboretum Members. Nonmember registration will open Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. \n\n\n\n\nfaqs
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/little-explorers/2026-08-06/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T103000
DTSTAMP:20260211T160025Z
CREATED:20240206T003400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160025Z
UID:10001511-1786008600-1786012200@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 4 – Aug 69:30 – 10:30 am11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n$10 member / $12 nonmember (per child\, per class)Ages 2-4 \n\n\n\nEach child must be accompanied by their guardian. Siblings are welcome to attend but must be registered to participate. \n\n\n\nFamily Tree Membership and above required for member discount. \n\n\n\nOur youngest naturalists are invited to join us for hands-on nature exploration. This program is a perfect way for our Little Explorers to discover more about the natural world around them.  \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. A parent or guardian is required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\nSummer Children’s Program registration will open Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 for Arboretum Members. Nonmember registration will open Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. \n\n\n\n\nfaqs
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/little-explorers/2026-08-06/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T193000
DTSTAMP:20260722T141011Z
CREATED:20240430T205311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T141011Z
UID:10000920-1785826800-1786476600@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Goats at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:August 4-11\, 2026 – Dates are subject to change. Please check back for updates.7:00 am – 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nGoats from GoatScaping LLC will be at the Arboretum this August clearing out invasive and aggressive native understory brush and vegetation to allow for increased biodiversity! This year\, the goats will be working on a 7 acre area in the northwest corner of the Arboretum between the 610 Parking Loop\, the Ravine Trail\, and the Event Lawn. Read below for some helpful tips for viewing the goats at work! \n\n\n\nAre you an Arboretum Member? If so\, join us on Friday\, August 7 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm for a fun\, free Members-only Meet the Mowers event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Goat visit map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGoat Viewing Tips\n\n\n\n\nPark at either entrance and follow the yellow arrows along the trails directing you from the Nature Center to the goats’ current location. You can also look at the Goat Visit Map to plan your walk.\n\n\n\nStay on sidewalks and trails.\n\n\n\nKeep children and dogs away from the fence – it is electrified to keep predators like coyotes out of the area.\n\n\n\nDo not try to feed or pet the goats. They are helping us clear species like poison ivy\, and the oils can get on your skin.\n\n\n\nTake lots of photos – if you post them on social media\, tag @houstonarboretum so we can see them!
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/goats-at-the-arboretum/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Conservation,Family Programs,Goats,Nature & Wildlife,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T111500
DTSTAMP:20260211T155620Z
CREATED:20240206T000941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T155620Z
UID:10001491-1785753000-1785755700@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Animal Tales
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, June 1 – August 39:30 am and 10:30 am \n\n\n\n$5 member / $7 nonmember (per child\, per class)Ages 18 months to 3 years \n\n\n\nEach child must be accompanied by their guardian. Siblings are welcome to attend but must be registered to participate. \n\n\n\nFamily Tree Membership level and above required for member discount. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a weekly story time featuring some of our favorite animals! Each week we will read a nature-themed book\, observe biofacts and/or live animals\, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike. \n\n\n\nSummer Children’s Program registration will open Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 for Arboretum Members. Nonmember registration will open Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 1 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 8 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 22 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 29 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 6 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 13 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 20 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 3 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 1 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 8 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 22 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 29 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 6 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 13 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 20 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 3 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes.  \n\n\n\n\nfaqs
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/animal-tales/2026-08-03/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T101500
DTSTAMP:20260211T155620Z
CREATED:20240206T000941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T155620Z
UID:10001490-1785749400-1785752100@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Animal Tales
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, June 1 – August 39:30 am and 10:30 am \n\n\n\n$5 member / $7 nonmember (per child\, per class)Ages 18 months to 3 years \n\n\n\nEach child must be accompanied by their guardian. Siblings are welcome to attend but must be registered to participate. \n\n\n\nFamily Tree Membership level and above required for member discount. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a weekly story time featuring some of our favorite animals! Each week we will read a nature-themed book\, observe biofacts and/or live animals\, and then venture out on the trails for a self-guided hike. \n\n\n\nSummer Children’s Program registration will open Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 for Arboretum Members. Nonmember registration will open Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 1 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 8 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 22 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 29 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 6 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 13 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 20 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 3 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 1 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 8 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 22 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 29 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 6 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 13 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 20 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 3 – 10:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes.  \n\n\n\n\nfaqs
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/animal-tales/2026-08-03/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T164717Z
CREATED:20240403T205215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T164717Z
UID:10000911-1785596400-1785603600@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:DIY Dairy
DESCRIPTION:$37 member / $52 nonmemberAges 12+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nDid you know that you can make fresh cheese and butter easily in your own kitchen? Join us to learn how to make queso fresco-style cheese and home-“churned” butter! We’ll explore a little cooking chemistry and experiment with adding flavors from herbs and spices. \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Online
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/diy-dairy/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T143000
DTSTAMP:20251210T195152Z
CREATED:20240104T154201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195152Z
UID:10001468-1785578400-1785594600@houstonarboretum.org
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/2026-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Blood Drives,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260211T160025Z
CREATED:20240206T003400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160025Z
UID:10001510-1785409200-1785412800@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 4 – Aug 69:30 – 10:30 am11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n$10 member / $12 nonmember (per child\, per class)Ages 2-4 \n\n\n\nEach child must be accompanied by their guardian. Siblings are welcome to attend but must be registered to participate. \n\n\n\nFamily Tree Membership and above required for member discount. \n\n\n\nOur youngest naturalists are invited to join us for hands-on nature exploration. This program is a perfect way for our Little Explorers to discover more about the natural world around them.  \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. A parent or guardian is required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\nSummer Children’s Program registration will open Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 for Arboretum Members. Nonmember registration will open Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. \n\n\n\n\nfaqs
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/little-explorers/2026-07-30/2/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260211T160025Z
CREATED:20240206T003400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T160025Z
UID:10001509-1785403800-1785407400@houstonarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 4 – Aug 69:30 – 10:30 am11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n$10 member / $12 nonmember (per child\, per class)Ages 2-4 \n\n\n\nEach child must be accompanied by their guardian. Siblings are welcome to attend but must be registered to participate. \n\n\n\nFamily Tree Membership and above required for member discount. \n\n\n\nOur youngest naturalists are invited to join us for hands-on nature exploration. This program is a perfect way for our Little Explorers to discover more about the natural world around them.  \n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. A parent or guardian is required to attend program with children. \n\n\n\nSummer Children’s Program registration will open Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026 for Arboretum Members. Nonmember registration will open Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 9:30 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 am Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 4 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 18 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJUly 2 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 9 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 16 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 23 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\naugust 6 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease come dressed for the outdoors\, including closed-toe shoes. \n\n\n\n\nfaqs
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/little-explorers/2026-07-30/1/
CATEGORIES:Children’s Programs,Preschool
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