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SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest…and enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-59/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: High Tunnel & Hoop Bending
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension for a hoop bending demonstration and talk on season extension in hoop houses and low tunnels and maintaining soil health. Participants may bring up to six 10-foot pieces of 1/2″ electromechanical tubing (EMT) to bend during the class for making a low tunnel at home. If you are interested in screening your soil for heavy metals\, OSU Extension will have low-cost soil test kits available onsite for purchase\, while supplies last.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-high-tunnel-hoop-bending/
LOCATION:Akron Urban League\, 440 Vernon Odom Blvd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44307\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T163000
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SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest…and enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-60/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250506T202815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T175029Z
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SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest…and enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-61/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250506T161618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T152647Z
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SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Share the Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to enjoy a potluck from the harvest. Bring some of your garden’s harvest or a seasonal dish to share. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-share-the-harvest-3/
LOCATION:GYH/Main Entrance\, 2077 Newton St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250519T174405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T174405Z
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SUMMARY:Lil' Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds upon the last and will be centered on what’s growing and ready to harvest! Adults are asked to actively participate with children during the program. Registration is required and begins on 9/26.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lil-sprouts-23-3/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T163000
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CREATED:20250506T202913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T144943Z
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SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest…and enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-63/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250506T202848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T143343Z
UID:10004431-1761838200-1761841800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest…and enjoy! Each week we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-62/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T193258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T124621Z
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SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Bird House Gourds
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to make a bird house from a gourd! All supplies will be provided.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-making-bird-house-gourds/
LOCATION:GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge\, 2077 Newton St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T182420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T153115Z
UID:10004583-1763058600-1763064000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Native Seed Starting
DESCRIPTION:Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to re-wild your home landscape. This month we’ll discuss native seed starting\, then start some seeds of our own. Please bring clean and dry milk jugs for your own planting. Some milk jugs will be available\, while supplies last.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitat-native-seed-starting/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T184641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T165432Z
UID:10004574-1763298000-1763303400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle\, Rethink!
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a presentation on the history of recycling\, best practices for successful sorting and what the future holds in the world of waste management. Other eco-friendly practices like composting and upcycling will also be covered.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/reduce-reuse-recycle-rethink/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T192340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T124950Z
UID:10003854-1763661600-1763667000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Plant Native Trees
DESCRIPTION:Learn how and why adding native trees to your home landscape can transform it into a more welcoming\, biodiverse and healthy green refuge benefiting you\, your family and wildlife.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-plant-native-trees/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T152304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T145648Z
UID:10004578-1763906400-1763911800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Woodpecker Feeder Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn about the fascinating lives of woodpeckers and how to attract them to your yard. After a short presentation\, we’ll bring out the hammers and nails to create a suet feeder to take home. Cost: $10/kit. Registration is required and begins 11/12.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-woodpecker-feeder-workshop/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-downy-woodpecker.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T193448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T171247Z
UID:10004499-1764871200-1764876600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Winter Sowing
DESCRIPTION:Some call it the lazy way to start your seeds — we call this method smart and fun! Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn winter sowing. Grow your seedlings by planting seeds outdoors in vented containers to foster the naturally timed germination of climate-tolerant varieties.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-winter-sowing-2/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T133656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T164817Z
UID:10004532-1765713600-1765720800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Wintry Bling Tree Craft
DESCRIPTION:Add zing to your holidays by creating a beautiful upcycled “bling” tree. We will use small mismatched/discarded pieces of silver and gold jewelry\, buttons\, screws\, pins\, sequins\, etc. that you bring from home. A limited amount of additional bling pieces and all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/4.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/wintry-bling-tree-craft/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250623T133906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T164754Z
UID:10004533-1765724400-1765731600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Wintry Bling Tree Craft
DESCRIPTION:Add zing to your holidays by creating a beautiful upcycled “bling” tree. We will use small mismatched/discarded pieces of silver and gold jewelry\, buttons\, screws\, pins\, sequins\, etc. that you bring from home. A limited amount of additional bling pieces and all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins 12/4.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/wintry-bling-tree-craft-2/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-winter-trees.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250825T161619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T154224Z
UID:10004721-1768050000-1768055400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Building for Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Monarch waystations and rain gardens make great additions to your Wild Back Yard! Discover their unique roles in supporting biodiversity and healthy ecosystems. Join a naturalist to compare the similarities and differences between these yard additions. Learn which plants are suitable to both\, which are not and how to design and maintain these beneficial backyard spaces!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/monarch-waystations-rain-gardens-building-for-biodiversity/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250825T171636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T165057Z
UID:10004711-1768816800-1768824000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service — Seed Balls
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther King Jr. continues to inspire communities with the work he did over half a century ago. In his honor we will be making seed balls with native\, pollinator friendly plant species that can be planted during spring in areas lacking vegetation. Dress for a mess. Please bring an egg carton to transport seed balls. Registration is required and begins on 12/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/mlk-day-of-service-seed-balls/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,History,Wild Back Yards
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250825T153837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T203616Z
UID:10004639-1769349600-1769355000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: A Fresh Start
DESCRIPTION:Want to start a new native planting but not sure where to begin? Join a naturalist gardener to discuss creating both small scale native garden beds as well as prepping large scale areas for seeding. We’ll cover turf removal methods\, invasive species management\, soil preparation and first-year maintenance. \nPlease note: Due to snowy weather in the forecast\, this program now includes a virtual Zoom option. The program will still be held in person indoors at Liberty Park Nature Center (weather-permitting)\, but those who prefer not to travel can join virtually from home using the Zoom link (Meeting ID: 897 3559 1089).
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-a-fresh-start/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-WBY.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250909T163515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T132702Z
UID:10004727-1769626800-1769632200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Meet Me In The Garden: Gardening for a Sustainable Environment
DESCRIPTION:Do you love gardening and have an interest in doing your part to improve the health of your local environment? Are you concerned about the mass extinction facing our planet? If so\, join Rachel Chapman to learn about how you can make a big impact for wildlife even in a small space. You’ll also learn tips for healthier plants\, better sustainability and ways to reduce your lawn care costs!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/meet-me-in-the-garden-gardening-for-a-sustainable-environment/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-FASN.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T183000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250827T142817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T152452Z
UID:10004717-1769967000-1769970600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Lawnspiracy!
DESCRIPTION:Fertilizer\, gallons of water\, hours of mowing all for a plant that can’t even support a fraction of the life of our native plants can. Why do we think grass lawns are a must and what can we do about it? Follow the money\, unravel the history and learn how you can fight back against the “lawnspiracy” with your own Wild Back Yard.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/lawnspiracy/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,History,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250822T145644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T155715Z
UID:10004653-1770487200-1770492600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Cozy Up with Chamomile and Bergamot Teas
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about comforting chamomile and wild bergamot\, a native plant that supports human health as well as gardening benefits for pollinators. Enjoy samples of both teas.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/cozy-up-with-chamomile-and-bergamot-teas/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Health & Fitness,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250827T142959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T185658Z
UID:10004624-1770559200-1770564600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Birdfeeder Bakery
DESCRIPTION:Regular feeders are for the birds! Join your fellow parkgoers in whipping up delightful dishes for our feathered friends.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/birdfeeder-bakery/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T113000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20250822T150607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T161024Z
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SUMMARY:Dazzle with Basil
DESCRIPTION:Learn about one of the world’s most popular herbs — its origins\, history\, popular varieties and how to best use it when cooking. Enjoy a food sample including basil.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/dazzle-with-basil/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Health & Fitness,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20251103T213326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T212603Z
UID:10004761-1772724600-1772728200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest . . . and enjoy! Each month we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-66/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20251104T222449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T151519Z
UID:10004768-1772733600-1772739000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Seed Starting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn best practices for starting seeds for the vegetable garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-seed-starting-2/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T123000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20251020T144552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T182304Z
UID:10004812-1773486000-1773491400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Livable\, Sustainable Akron
DESCRIPTION:Explore ways to make your home more sustainable and see how local Akron organizations are helping lead the effort!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/livable-sustainable-akron/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Senior Friendly,Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20251104T211341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T171459Z
UID:10004739-1774789200-1774792800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: DIY Bluebird Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn about cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees\, bluebirds and wrens. After a short presentation\, participants can make a bluebird box to take home\, free of charge\, courtesy of Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit: one kit per household. Program will take place in the outdoor shelter\, so dress for the weather! Registration is required and begins on 2/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/backyards-gone-wild-diy-bluebird-boxes-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20251104T211052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T200208Z
UID:10004740-1774796400-1774800000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: DIY Bluebird Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn about cavity-nesting birds such as chickadees\, bluebirds and wrens. After a short presentation\, participants can make a bluebird box to take home\, free of charge\, courtesy of Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit: one kit per household. Program will take place in the outdoor shelter\, so dress for the weather! Registration is required and begins on 2/1.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/backyards-gone-wild-diy-bluebird-boxes/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T090354
CREATED:20251104T221350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T212316Z
UID:10004765-1775143800-1775147400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed\, sow\, water\, harvest . . . and enjoy! Each month we’ll have a game or craft\, garden activity and a snack themed around what is growing and ready to harvest in the garden. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/kids-in-the-garden-70/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education
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