Eco-friendly Home & Gardens

Beginning January 2026, all program registration will be online. Registration will now open at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of the month prior to the program. Please register for the individuals in your household only. If you have questions regarding this new process, please call Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12 – 5 p.m.).

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Upcycling for the Earth

Drop in to try your hand at turning one person’s trash into your treasure! In celebration of Earth Day, learn how upcycling can be a fun…

Earth Day for Kids

Earth is such a special place! Come learn why the planet we call home is so unique and how you can help make a difference. There will be educational…

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and an accompanying adult in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

Kids in the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron for this weekly gardening program for children of all ages. Each class builds upon the…

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

Kids in the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron for this weekly gardening program for children of all ages. Each class builds upon the…

Good Garden Talks: Plant Swap

Join us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and…

Kids in the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron for this weekly gardening program for children of all ages. Each class builds upon the…

Guerilla Gardening

Neglected, abandoned and unmaintained public spaces can burden any community, but there’s potential for change. Learn how to ethically and…

Kids in the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let's Grow Akron for this weekly gardening program for children of all ages. Each class builds upon the…

Good Garden Talks: Plant Swap

Join us to swap some plants! These can be cuttings from plants in your yard or freshly grown from seed. Plants should be labeled by name and…

Inviting Biodiversity to Your Back Yard

What do butterflies, birds, fireflies and even salamanders have in common? They all need food, water, shelter and space to thrive. We'll…