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SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitats: Navigating Planning & Zoning
DESCRIPTION:Calling all people with yards or green spaces\, big and small: Join us for this monthly series to learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month we’ll dive into understanding and navigating city planning codes and ordinances\, resulting in a win-win for all! Please come with an understanding of your city’s code and specific questions.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitats-navigating-planning-zoning/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T184557Z
UID:10003679-1740315600-1740321000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Planning Your 2025 Wild Back Yard
DESCRIPTION:Planning on updating your landscape in the coming year? Join a naturalist to discuss how to create a beautiful and biodiverse Wild Back Yard. Learn about rain and container gardens and which plants\, trees or shrubs will give you the best results to improve biodiversity in your outdoor space.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/planning-your-wild-back-yard-for-2025/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T205428Z
UID:10003886-1741890600-1741896000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitats: Shade Plants
DESCRIPTION:Calling all people with yards or green spaces\, big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month we’ll spotlight shade-dwelling plants to add to your outdoor spaces with less than 3 hours of direct sunlight.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitats-shade-plants/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20241024T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T134410Z
UID:10003984-1742734800-1742738400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: DIY Bluebird Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for this monthly series focused on creating nature-friendly back yards. This month we will 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 the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit one kit per household. Registration is required and begins on 3/13.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-diy-bluebird-boxes-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20241024T192535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T134406Z
UID:10003985-1742742000-1742745600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: DIY Bluebird Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for this monthly series focused on creating nature-friendly back yards. This month we will 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 the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Limit one kit per household. Registration is required and begins on 3/13.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-diy-bluebird-boxes/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20241031T184352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T201521Z
UID:10004012-1743703200-1743708600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Soil is the foundation of your garden and determines whether or not your plants will thrive. Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to restore your urban or suburban soils with soil amendments to create healthy living soil for your plants.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-soil-health/
LOCATION:SLNC\, 411 Ira Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20241031T181004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T135154Z
UID:10003891-1744309800-1744315200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitats: Rain Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month we’ll talk about plants that require wet feet and how to transform that area of standing water in your yard into a rain garden habitat.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitats-rain-gardens/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20241031T181940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T140617Z
UID:10003884-1745348400-1745353800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Plant by Numbers: Attracting Birds\, Butterflies\, Bees & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Akron Audubon Society to learn more about how gardeners play a vital role in the development and conservation of habitat for pollinators and other creatures. Program Director Denise Ellsworth will share her knowledge from the OSU Bee Lab and introduce the Plant by Numbers Garden Guides\, featuring plants that support birds\, butterflies\, bees and beyond.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/plant-by-numbers-attracting-birds-butterflies-bees-beyond/
LOCATION:GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge\, 2077 Newton St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T213058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T173906Z
UID:10004082-1746122400-1746127800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION: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 contained in pots. Vegetables\, herbs and native plants are preferred\, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend\, even without plants to share. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-plant-swap-4/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T202232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T185711Z
UID:10004053-1746338400-1748300400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Self-Guided: Story Trail
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy some exercise and fun while following a self-guided story trail based on the book\, “The Garden Next Door.” This experience will be available along the 0.8-mile Daffodil Trail through May 25.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/self-guided-story-trail-the-garden-next-door/
LOCATION:FR/Daffodil Trail\, 3100 Brush Rd.\, Richfield\, OH\, 44286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Good For All Ages,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T210534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T160004Z
UID:10004080-1746363600-1746367200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Rain Barrel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit\, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instructions for assembly and upkeep. The option is available to assemble onsite or take the kit home. Bring a handheld power drill\, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit. Registration is required and begins 4/23.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-rain-barrel-workshop-2/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T210438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T155825Z
UID:10004081-1746370800-1746374400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Rain Barrel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to conserve water in your outdoor spaces. Registration cost includes a rain barrel kit\, 55-gallon food grade plastic drum and instructions for assembly and upkeep. The option is available to assemble onsite or take the kit home. Bring a handheld power drill\, gloves and eye protection if you have them. Cost: $60/kit. Registration is required and begins 4/23.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-rain-barrel-workshop/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T210335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T144432Z
UID:10004083-1747332000-1747335600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Plant Swap
DESCRIPTION: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 contained in pots. Vegetables\, herbs and native plants are preferred\, but all plants are welcome! All are encouraged to attend\, even without plants to share. In the event of inclement weather\, the program will be held indoors.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-plant-swap-3/
LOCATION:GYH/Goodyear Heights Lodge\, 2077 Newton St.\, Akron\, OH\, 44305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T171121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T144542Z
UID:10004142-1747333800-1747339200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitats: From the Ground Up
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 talk about habitat structure. From supporting nesting sites to incorporating soft landings\, we’ll discover how to intentionally make your home landscape a nursery for wildlife.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitats-from-the-ground-up/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T212413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T122140Z
UID:10004084-1747476000-1747479600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Edible Native Plants for the Home Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Native plants aren’t just for the birds! From strawberry and elderberry to pawpaw and persimmon\, join a naturalist to learn about incorporating attractive\, edible native trees\, shrubs and perennials into your outdoor spaces for backyard snacks that come back year after year.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/edible-native-plants-for-the-home-landscape/
LOCATION:MF/Lake Area\, 521 S. River Rd.\, Munroe Falls\, OH\, 44262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T215844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144841Z
UID:10004147-1747479600-1747483200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:More Than Milkweed
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we take the next step in developing our Wild Back Yards. This session will focus on how to incorporate grasses\, ground covers and other native plants into your existing spaces. We will explore the ecosystem services\, form and function of several species\, including late boneset\, Culver’s root\, prairie dropseed and giant hyssop\, among others. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/more-than-milkweed/
LOCATION:MF/Lake Area\, 521 S. River Rd.\, Munroe Falls\, OH\, 44262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20241220T154133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T185753Z
UID:10004073-1748458800-1748464200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Meet Me In the Garden: The Everyday Conservationist
DESCRIPTION:From lessening the lawn and planting native to leaving your leaves and supporting pollinators\, there’s no shortage of ways to help the planet from home. Join conservation photographer and author Danae Wolfe to explore ways you can curb carbon and bolster biodiversity in your own back yard.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/meet-me-in-the-garden-the-everyday-conservationist/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250108T145246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T195116Z
UID:10004137-1749146400-1749151800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Weed & Water Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn weed management and proper watering techniques for your vegetable garden. The program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. 
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-weed-water-management/
LOCATION:Kenmore & Ira Community Garden\, 205 Kenmore Blvd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/event-image-garden-tomatoes.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T171429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T133523Z
UID:10004146-1750357800-1750363200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitats: Sun Lovers
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 spotlight full-sun plants that will thrive in areas of your yard receiving more than 6 hours of direct sunlight.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitats-sun-lovers/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-Wildflowers.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250107T213746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T201705Z
UID:10004153-1751202000-1751209200@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Bees of Liberty Park
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we discuss some of the 475 native bees we have at Liberty Park. From the huge carpenter bees to the smallest sweat bee\, we will be discussing the importance of these amazing insects in our daily lives. We will highlight their life cycle and learn how we can protect and sustain these essential creatures in our ecosystem. After the program we will walk around the nature center grounds to see which ones we can find.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/bees-of-liberty-park/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250304T205229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T125547Z
UID:10004220-1751565600-1751571000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Pruning and Disease Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn about proper plant pruning and disease management in the vegetable garden. The program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-pruning-and-disease-management/
LOCATION:Lover’s Lane Community Garden\, 774 Morgan Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44306\, 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-garden-tomatoes.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250228T204510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T190024Z
UID:10004274-1752777000-1752782400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Native Grasses
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 explore the world of grasses\, highlighting species that are fit for a wide range of growing conditions.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitat-native-grasses/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250304T234057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T163725Z
UID:10004287-1753020000-1753025400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Back Yards Gone Wild: Building with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Water\, wind\, sun and soil — how do we manage these elements in our outdoor spaces? Explore nature-based landscaping techniques from rain gardens and windbreaks to shade trees and natural mulch. After a presentation\, we’ll take a short stroll highlighting the green infrastructure surrounding the nature center.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/back-yards-gone-wild-building-with-nature/
LOCATION:LP/Nature Center\, 9999 Liberty Rd.\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250305T210836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T181201Z
UID:10004285-1753297200-1753302600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Meet Me In The Garden: Attracting Wildlife to Your Outdoor Space
DESCRIPTION:Join Monika Bowman Bell from Ohio Division of Wildlife as she discusses the benefits of attracting wildlife into your outdoor space\, along with tactics to deter nuisance species.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/meet-me-in-the-garden-attracting-wildlife-to-your-outdoor-space/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250303T215316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T172811Z
UID:10004221-1754589600-1754595000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Garden Talks: Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron and OSU Extension to learn how to encourage beneficial insects and manage pests in the vegetable garden. The program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/good-garden-talks-pest-management-3/
LOCATION:Stadelman Community Garden\, 845 Stadelman Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250228T202637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T153906Z
UID:10004266-1754649000-1754652600@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Story Time in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist in the Rock & Herb Garden for an outdoor story time for kids! We will read a garden-themed story\, learn how flowers grow and search for local pollinators. Bring a picnic blanket to sit on!
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/storytime-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:FASN/Nature Realm\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Education,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250228T191611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184315Z
UID:10004192-1755090000-1755095400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Trees for Cool Breezes
DESCRIPTION:Native trees planted strategically in your yard can provide shade and help cool your home — plus lots more! Learn about top tree choices to plant this fall.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/trees-for-cool-breezes/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eco-friendly Home & Gardens,Educational,Nature Education,Sustainability,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250303T212037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184404Z
UID:10004217-1755095400-1755100800@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Art of Plant Pressing
DESCRIPTION:Learn the tricks of the trade for mounting and preserving plant specimens and get the opportunity to try your hand at it. Plants and supplies provided. Registration is required and begins 8/6.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/art-of-plant-pressing-2/
LOCATION:F/Coventry Oaks Lodge\, 40 Axline Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Wild Back Yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250303T211901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T184449Z
UID:10004218-1755111600-1755117000@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Art of Plant Pressing
DESCRIPTION:Learn the tricks of the trade for mounting and preserving plant specimens and get the opportunity to try your hand at it. Plants and supplies provided. Registration required and begins 8/6.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/art-of-plant-pressing/
LOCATION:F/Coventry Oaks Lodge\, 40 Axline Ave.\, Akron\, OH\, 44319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature Education,Senior Friendly,Wild Back Yards
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/wp-content/uploads/Event-Image-Wildflowers.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141528
CREATED:20250228T205040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T174011Z
UID:10004277-1755801000-1755806400@www.summitmetroparks.org
SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Late Bloomers
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 highlight some of the late blooming wildflowers that support pollinators throughout the autumn season.
URL:https://www.summitmetroparks.org/program-events/homegrown-habitat-late-bloomers/
LOCATION:FASN/Visitors Center\, 1828 Smith Rd.\, Akron\, OH\, 44313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wild Back Yards
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