Screening is hosted by the Green Sanctuary Committee at Westside UU. "Last Call at the Oasis" sheds light on the vital role water plays in our lives, exposes the defects in the current system and introduces those who are championing new solutions. Popcorn provided. Free. For more information, email Linda at llswenson@yahoo.com. http://www.lastcallattheoasis.com/
Volunteers needed to help the Friends of O.S. Gray Natural Area remove privit stumps and prep the Butterfly Garden. Bring work gloves, tools. Refreshments will be available. Contact: friendsofosgray@gmail.com.
A couple who built a straw bale home in Grayson County will be the speakers for this month's Dallas Sierra Club meeting.
Join the Dallas Historic Tree Coalition for its monthly meeting. No dues. Info@dhtc.org.
Learn about the best plants, shrubs and trees for our area. Afterwards, stroll through the teaching garden while to learn appropriate care. $9/nonresidents, $5/residents.
Event aims to connect children and families with nature through fun, age-appropriate activities. Free.
The Dallas City Plan Commission is taking another look at gas drilling in Dallas parks after voting it down in December. Residents are urged to attend the public hearing to voice concerns.
Read the DMN article about it here:
http://cityhallblog.dallasnews.com/2013/01/dallas-plan-commission-chair…
Learn about local reptiles and their beneficial roles. Meet in the Penn Farm Amphitheater. Free with cost of park admission: $7/ages 12 & up.
Learn about geocaching, a scavenger/treasure hunt using GPS units. No equipment or experience needed. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Free with cost of park admission: $7/ages 12 & up. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill. Registration required, Michelle: 972-291-5940 or Michelle.Varnell@tpwd.state.tx.us.