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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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SUMMARY:How to Make Yarn: Kids Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to learn about yarn? How does it stay together? In this class\, you will learn to make your own yarn using a drop spindle. The price per student includes all class materials and extra wool to take home and practice with. Ages 9-16. Parents & guardians are encouraged to enjoy a walk through the arboretum while their kids explore wool.\n– Kids’ version of the “down the rabbit hole” workshop
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/how-to-make-yarn-kids-workshop/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Summer Movie Nights at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a summer movie showing of “Cool Runnings”. The Arboretum will open for the evening at 6 p.m. Movies start at 7 p.m. The Gift Shop and Café Celeste will stay open late\, plus we’ll have amazing food trucks each night. Bring your lawn chair or blanket\, come early to explore our beautiful gardens and settle in for a magical evening: \n 
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/summer-movie-nights-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Movie Nights at the Arboretum: Cool Runnings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the gardens and food trucks and watch the movie after dark. 
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/summer-movie-nights-at-the-arboretum-cool-runnings/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movie,Park
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260805T210000
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260905T104500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T042313Z
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
UID:10017343-1793811600-1793826000@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T104500
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20260205T042235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T042313Z
UID:10020088-1794045600-1794048300@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261201T120000
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2026-12-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
UID:10017344-1796230800-1796245200@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T104500
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20260205T042235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T042313Z
UID:10020089-1796464800-1796467500@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Cottonwood Tales at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Let curiosity take root at Cottonwood Tales! \nYour little ones are invited to join O.P. the Bookworm\, Miss Laurel and friends on the first Saturday of each month (except July) at 10 a.m. for an interactive story time filled with nature-themed tales\, fingerplays and musical fun. \nWe’ll gather at the Education Center or head outdoors when the weather cooperates for a playful morning that also helps build early literacy and math skills. \nCaregiver participation and registration is required. \nThe $5 program fee is per participant; caregivers and siblings only need to pay Arboretum admission. \nArboretum admission: Free ages 5 and under\, $3 ages 6-17\, $7 ages 18+ \n\n\n\nUPCOMING DATES\n\nSaturday\, February 7\nSaturday\, March 7\nSaturday\, April 4\nSaturday\, May 2\nSaturday\, June 6\nSaturday\, August 1\nSaturday\, September 5\nSaturday\, October 3\nSaturday\, November 7\nSaturday\, December 5
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/cottonwood-tales-at-the-overland-park-arboretum-botanical-gardens/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025046-1799139600-1799150400@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-01-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
UID:10017345-1799254800-1799269200@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-01-06/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025047-1801558800-1801569600@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-02-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discovery-Day-12.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
UID:10017346-1801674000-1801688400@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-02-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112221
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025048-1803978000-1803988800@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-03-02/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discovery-Day-12.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270303T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112222
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
UID:10017347-1804093200-1804107600@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-03-03/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/smaller-Night-at-the-Arboretum.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112222
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025049-1807002000-1807012800@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-04-06/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270407T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112222
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
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SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-04-07/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112222
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025050-1809421200-1809432000@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-05-04/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discovery-Day-12.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270505T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112222
CREATED:20251027T151513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T142544Z
UID:10017349-1809536400-1809550800@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Night at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Arboretum after dark! See and learn about live hawks from Operation Wildlife\, stargaze with the Astronomical Society of Kansas City\, and take a glow hike at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. The evening also features family activities\, fire pits and more\, all included with regular Arboretum admission.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/night-at-the-arboretum-5/2027-05-05/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/smaller-Night-at-the-Arboretum.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T112222
CREATED:20260113T222538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152648Z
UID:10025051-1811840400-1811851200@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Day at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Craft time awaits on the first Tuesday of the month at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Little explorers are in for a treat as they immerse themselves in the enchanting world of nature and creativity. Each month\, a new make-and-take project unfolds on Discovery Day. Crafting supplies are included\, and the projects are available on a first-come\, first-served basis to the first 100 participants. \nThe first Tuesday of the month also happens to be Free Admission Day at the Arboretum\, so entry into the gardens and this project are all free! \n2026 projects:\nJanuary 6 – Bird binoculars\nFebruary 3 – Paint and art show\nMarch 3 – Ladybug rock painting\nApril 7- Flower press\nMay 5 – Paper bag kites\nJune 2- Paper spinner and/or Pinwheel\nJuly 7 – Grass hair planters\nAugust 4 – Nature journals\nSeptember 1 – Build a bug and/or Bug hotel\nOctober 6 – Bat rockets\nNovember 3 – Leaf suncatchers\nDecember 1 – Bean mosaic art
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/discovery-day-at-the-arboretum-11/2027-06-01/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kcparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discovery-Day-12.png
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