Volunteers needed the third Saturday of each month (except June, July, August & December) to help plant, mulch and weed nursery trees. Wear closed toe shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Water, safety glasses tools provided. Info: Tyler Wright, tyler@texastreesfoundation.org
Festival hosted by the city of Plano at the Shops at Legacy features speakers, demonstrations, hands-on activities, entertainment and a green art show.
New this year, butterfly bike rides from the Austin Bike Zoo. There will also be a mountain bike track and an instrument petting zoo.
Free.
March 14 is the deadline to submit art for the Learn 2 Live Green expo on April 12.
Artwork must reflect an environmental theme through subject matter or the use of recycled, reused or sustainable materials.
Guests will be invited to vote on their favorite piece and the top three winners will receive cash awards and recognition on the L2LG website.
Visit Learn2LiveGreen.com to learn more about this event and to complete the Call-2-Artists application.
Celebrations for the new park in Mansfield. Schedule:
Parking only at Mansfield High School
3001 East Broad Street - link to google maps
Shuttle provided – starts at 9 a.m.
Concessions available.
Join the North Texas Renewable Energy Group and Plano Solar Advocates to discuss the "Solarize" concept. "Solarize" is a group bulk-purchase process that can help neighborhoods and cities install rooftop solar photovoltaics at reduced cost. Learn how you can start a solarize program in your neighborhood. The goal of the meeting will be to begin creating a network of people across the DFW area that are interested in launching projects in their own communities.
Presentation by Larry Howe and Bob Litwins of Plano Solar Advocates.
Watch a movie about John Muir, the legendary explorer and writer who inspired people to protect wilderness areas and helped establish national parks. Free.
How do plants and animals survive the winter and prepare for the future? Learn the ways flora and fauna at the Nature Center prepare and survive on this guided hike. Free with admission.
Dr. Laura Gough, Department of Biology at UTA, will speak discuss her research, the influence of global warming and climate change.
J and Wanda Rubrecht will present "A Walk In the Preserve." They will touch on birds, plants and trees, insects, etc. from their many visits.
Monthly meeting the Collin Chapter of Native Plant Society of Texas. This month's program: Gardening with Native Plants, A Roundtable Discussion. Panelists - Bill Hunter. Tony Manasseri, Roger Sanderson; moderator Bill Woodfin. Bill Hunter's expertise is with growing native annuals and Tony Manasseri brings experience and expertise in organic gardening. Roger Sanderson is the head biologist and botanist at The Texas Discovery Gardens and created the Butterfly Garden at the Heard.