Environment

Discover the habits and adaptations of a native animal during a live animal observation. RSVP: 817-860-6752.

Children of all ages invited to listen to story presented by local librarian. RSVP: 817-860-6752.

Explore the park's nature trails on a naturalist-guided hike. RSVP: 817-860-6752. Free.

Learn about the volunteer water monitoring program called Texas Stream Team and learn how to monitor water quality. Registration required.

At 11 a.m., Bird’s Fort Trail Park (meet at the pavilion), 5756 Riverside Drive. At 1 p.m. Jaycee Park
2000 W. Airport Freeway (meet at the low-water crossing). At 2 p.m., Centennial Park, 444 W. Second St. (meet at the low-water crossing). At 3 p.m., Towne Lake Park, 800 Esters Road (meet at the Gazebo). Register: http://www.ci.irving.tx.us/begreen/geo/geo.asp

Learn to make green cleaners out of vinegar, cooking oils and baking soda to reduce toxins and save money. Part of Irving's Urban Farming Lecture Series.

Green business professionals and environmentally minded residents meet monthly to network and learn about sustainable living. NOTE: The January is meeting is cancelled.

Meeting explores how permaculture can solve water shortage issues in the future.

Eight sessions of gardening for second, third and fourth graders. Cost: $30/residents, $40/nonresidents.

Learn to make eco-friendly, handmade gifts for the holidays, including beauty products, decor, greeting cards and more. Free.

Volunteers needed to help remove invasive plants at the 5-acre nature center located in Oak Cliff. Bring gardening tools. Workday will be cancelled if raining. info@twelvehills.org.