This family‑friendly event includes hands‑on activities, crafts and eco‑inspiration for all ages. More than 20 environmental education organizations will be there.
There will also be a live raptor program, featuring owls, hawks, and falcons from the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center.
Info: Cindy Harris, charris@grapevinetexas.gov or 817.410.3490
RECYCLE ELECTRONICS AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
ITEMS ACCEPTED
Most electronics, in any condition
(Computers, cell phones, office equipment, flat screen monitors, etc.)
Clothing, jewelry, and accessories Video games and multimedia items
Musical instruments
Housewares (utensils, tableware, & decorative)
Sporting goods, Toys & games, Books
ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED
Tube or projection TVs
CRT computer monitors
Large appliances
Yard toys
Gas-powered lawn equipment
Furniture
Hazardous materials (paint, bulbs, etc.)
DOCUMENT SHREDDING
DOCUMENTS DESTROYED ON-SITE
NO BINDERS OR BINDER CLIPS.
BRING DOCUMENTS IN BOXES, BAGS OR TUBS THAT YOU TAKE BACK WITH YOU.
SIZE GUIDELINE: LETTER/LEGAL BANKER'S BOX OR TALL KITCHEN BAG.
$10 for first box
$5 each additional box
HARD DRIVE SHREDDING
$20 each
Info: Cindy Engel, cindita_e@yahoo.com or 214-458-1134.
Hosted by Native Plant Society of Texas, Dallas Chapter; Texas Master Naturalist, North Texas Chapter; and Native Prairies Association of Texas, Blackland Prairie Chapter
Native Plants and Prairies Day celebrates our blackland prairies here in North Texas. Enjoy speakers, exhibits, tours and kid's activities.
Learn about the importance of our North Texas prairies as habitat for bugs, birds and mammals and as a vital natural resource.
Free.
This year’s theme, Stewards of the Lone Star State Landscape, is all about practical, local solutions that strengthen our communities, support our volunteers, and create lasting impact.
Cost: $175 through May 5. $210 May 6-14.
See schedule and speakers on link below.
Annual event organized by FWAS board member Jim Jones.
See the best bird photos from members from the year.
Submit photos to Jim_Jones@fwas.org