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SUMMARY:Pollinator Road Trip 4: A Habitat Grant Update – Hybrid Clear Lake Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:6:15 Doors Open – UHCL Bayou Building\, Garden Room (1510)6:40 Zoom Opens6:45 Business Meeting6:55 Plant of the Month7:00 Guest Speakers \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of delicious pizza\, exciting door prizes\, and the chance to connect with others while learning something new! Bring your own beverage. \n\n\n\nFor our August chapter meeting\, we will take a virtual road trip to visit pollinator habitats funded by the chapter’s Native Pollinator Habitat Grant Program. You will hear from projects at three sites: Ward Elementary Pollinator Garden at John F. Ward Elementary\, CLCE Pollinator Patch at Exploration Green\, and Seabrook Library Garden at Evelyn Meador Branch Library. Presenters will highlight their successes\, obstacles\, and lessons learned. \n\n\n\nAbout the Sites\n\n\n\nWard Elementary Pollinator Garden at John F. Ward Elementary (Clear Creek ISD): Ward’s school garden aims to serve as a safe haven and nursery for pollinators. And\, importantly\, will also provide context for teaching students and their families about the importance of pollinators and native plants. \n\n\n\nCLCE Pollinator Patch at Exploration Green: This collaborative project by Exploration Green Conservancy and Clear Lake City Elementary School (Clear Creek ISD) features native plants that provide nectar and pollen sources to a wide range of pollinators. The cultivated space will provide educational to students from Clear Lake City Elementary and the public. \n\n\n\nSeabrook Library Garden: This “Unintended Garden” has quickly become an inviting native plant pollinator space and a Clear Lake Chapter demonstration garden. With just a bit more work\, the garden will serve as a colorful and inspiring example for anyone interested in native gardening. \n\n\n\nIn-person – Parking Pass Required\n\n\n\nIf you have a pass\, don’t forget it – you will not get another one if you picked one up previously. If you need a pass\, arrive early enough to pick one up in the meeting room (while supplies last) and place it in your car. Temporary parking permits may be purchased at the kiosk in front of the Recreation Center or via T2 Mobile Pay.  DO NOT park in faculty/staff parking (enforced 24/7). \n\n\n\nMap and Directions – The meeting will be held at UH-Clear Lake in the Garden Room (1510). \n\n\n\nUniversity of Houston-Clear Lake2700 Bay Area Blvd.Houston\, TX 77058 \n\n\n\nOnline – Zoom\n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE EVENT. Meetings are open to members and non-members. If you would like to become a member\, you may join online. For more information about the Native Plant Society of Texas and the benefits of membership please visit: npsot.org. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Environmental Institute of Houston\, University of Houston-Clear Lake.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pollinator-road-trip-4-a-habitat-grant-update-hybrid-clear-lake-chapter-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
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SUMMARY:Pines and Prairies NLCP Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear NLCP Committee Members\,  \n\n\n\nThis Monday begins our first meeting of 2024. We will meet at 7:00pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month on this Zoom link: \n\n\n\n https://npsot-org.zoom.us/j/87628189964?pwd=NUdBV3ZTSzFVMjJjTnpycjlQTGRJQT09.  \n\n\n\nWe’re a small committee\, and we don’t get to see each other in person very often\, so please plan to join with your camera on.  \n\n\n\nSee you Monday! \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nJay Gowen\, NLCP Chair\, Pines and Prairies Chapter\, 832-513-5785 (cell)
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/pines-and-prairies-nlcp-committee-meeting/2025-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Workday @ EIH
DESCRIPTION:Habitat volunteers help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. Volunteers may also help clean out the pond on select work days. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary—we’ll show you what goes and what stays\n\n\n\nBring your own tools or use ours (we have gloves too)\n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle\, hat\, and sunscreen!\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers must be 18 or older to participate in EIH’s workdays unless prior arrangements have been made. \n\n\n\nWe do not hold workdays when the university is officially closed. Also\, workdays are canceled during inclement weather\, though a light sprinkle or drizzle rarely keeps us out of the garden. If you’re not sure\, please call 281-283-3950 or 281-283-3045\, and we’ll let you know if we’re digging in. \n\n\n\nLocationEnvironmental Institute of Houston (Click link for Google Map)University of Houston-Clear LakeNorth Office Annex (NOA) 1 Building2700 Bay Area Blvd.Houston\, TX 77058
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/habitat-workday-eih-4/2025-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
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SUMMARY:Lindheimer Chapter Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The members of the Board meet the second Tuesday of each month at the Tye Preston Memorial Library in the Founder’s Room.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lindheimer-chapter-board-meeting/2025-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
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SUMMARY:NPSOT Website Committee
DESCRIPTION:Open to any members who help manage content on their chapter or committee website.No registration required. \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 897 7771 6314Passcode: &dscT=3F
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-website-committee-4/2025-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250215T202915Z
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SUMMARY:Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture Demonstration Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Demonstration Garden Workday! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn new gardening techniques\, and contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community garden.  Contact Craig Bruska for more details:  craigbruska@hotmail.com.  The garden is located at 1370 Church Hill Dr.\, New Braunfels\, Tx 78130 in the Heritage Village. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable garden coordinators will be on hand to share tips and answer your gardening questions.\n\n\n\nCommunity Spirit: Meet fellow garden lovers\, share stories\, and enjoy the camaraderie of working together.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nComfortable clothing and gardening gloves\n\n\n\nA hat\, water\, pest repellent\, and sunscreen\n\n\n\nYour enthusiasm and love for gardening!\n\n\n\nCommon gardening tools\, such as pruners\, weeders\, and the like.  Whatever you use in your garden\, as tools will not be provided.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workday is for everyone. Let’s come together to make our demonstration garden a thriving\, beautiful space for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/museum-of-texas-handmade-furniture-demonstration-garden-workday/2025-08-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250722T143711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T143712Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Seeding: Selecting\, Purchasing and Planting – Williamson County Chapter Meeting\, August 14
DESCRIPTION:Join NPSOT-Williamson County on Thursday\, August 14\, 2025\, when our featured topic will be Native Plant Seeding: Selecting\, Purchasing and Planting with Dr. Megan Clayton. Free and open to the public. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM.  The guest presentation begins after a short business meeting. \n\n\n\nAbout our topic:  We will cover the basics for selecting native plant seed for specific areas\, how much to purchase\, and how to plant the seed for the most success. \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker: Since 2010\, Dr. Megan Clayton has been an Extension Rangeland Specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Department of Rangeland\, Wildlife\, and Fisheries Management at Texas A&M University. Her responsibilities as a Rangeland Specialist have her based at the Uvalde Research and Extension Center and include providing support for Extension agents\, specialists\, clientele\, and organizations through teaching\, training\, and providing technical expertise on the management of rangeland resources. \n\n\n\nMegan’s current interests include blending wildlife habitat and livestock range management\, small acreage management\, UAV (drone) research\, brush management\, and youth natural resources education. Her main area of responsibility includes the Uvalde/Hill Country area. \n\n\n\nNOTE: this month’s in-person location is the Georgetown Public Library\, 2nd floor\, 402 West 8th St\, Georgetown\, TX 78626. Come early (6:30 PM) for expert advice\, to check out the seed swap board\, or just to visit. \n\n\n\n==> To attend via Zoom\, register at https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/MUR1d0LiSNicrtGaKIm5SQ#/registration \n\n\n\nThe original meeting announcement is here on the Williamson County Chapter’s blog page.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-plant-seeding-selecting-purchasing-and-planting-williamson-county-chapter-meeting-august-14/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250807T060554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T060754Z
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SUMMARY:Planning a Public Space Pollinator Garden & Grant Application Walk-through Workshop - Clear Lake
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to plan a beautiful public pollinator garden and get a walk-through of the grant application process at our in-person workshop! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on session where you’ll learn how to plan a beautiful garden that supports our local pollinators. Get information about the Clear Lake Chapter’s Native Pollinator Habitat Grant program and what the committee is looking for in an application. \n\n\n\nFree workshop. All participants will receive native milkweed\, pollinator plants\, and seeds. Educators earn CPE credits. \n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n\n\nLocal pollinators & native plants\n\n\n\nElements of a pollinator garden\n\n\n\nHow to plan a public garden\n\n\n\nTrees for pollinator gardens\n\n\n\nTips for a successful application\n\n\n\n\nSee you there! \n\n\n\nLocationEnvironmental Institute of HoustonUniversity of Houston-Clear LakeNorth Office Annex I (NOA I) Building2700 Bay Area Blvd.Houston\, TX 77058 \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Native Pollinator Habitat Grant Program \n\n\n\nThe Clear Lake Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas awards grants to nature centers\, schools\, educational groups and others to help fund development and maintenance of pollinator habitats using native plants\, shrubs or trees on public sites in Brazoria\, Galveston or Harris Counties of Texas. Priority is given to projects located in Brazoria Co.\, Galveston Co.\, and the southeast quadrant of Harris County. \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more about the grant program.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/planning-a-public-space-pollinator-garden-grant-application-walk-through-workshop-clear-lake/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
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SUMMARY:Beaumont Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meetings. You do not need to be a member to attend. We meet the 3rd Monday of each month. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location: Tyrrell Park – 6088 Babe Zaharias Drive\, Beaumont\, TX 77705 \n\n\n\nWe meet in the Binks Horticultural Center in the Beaumont Botanical Gardens area of the park.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/beaumont-chapter-meeting/2025-08-18/
LOCATION:Tyrell Park\, 6088 Babe Zaharias Drive\, Beaumont\, Texas\, 77705
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250816T051053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T051054Z
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SUMMARY:NPSOT Dallas Monday\, August 18 Chapter Meeting\, with Dr. Jake Mowrer\, Soil Ecosystem Function
DESCRIPTION:Soil performs very important ecosystem services for us that we often take for granted in our daily lives. Native plants enhance this function more so than cultivated and bred species of plants. We’ll talk about what those ecosystem services are\, how native plants are better positioned physiologically to enhance that function\, and why bred species are not.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nZOOM our monthly meetings at:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83725236133?pwd=MnRoZlRWMEd4ZENkaXdjalpkRFFIdz09If needed\, use: Meeting ID: 837 2523 6133 / Passcode: 882399a*
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/npsot-dallas-monday-august-18-chapter-meeting-with-dr-jake-mowrer-soil-ecosystem-function/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Workday @ EIH
DESCRIPTION:Habitat volunteers help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. Volunteers may also help clean out the pond on select work days. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary—we’ll show you what goes and what stays\n\n\n\nBring your own tools or use ours (we have gloves too)\n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle\, hat\, and sunscreen!\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers must be 18 or older to participate in EIH’s workdays unless prior arrangements have been made. \n\n\n\nWe do not hold workdays when the university is officially closed. Also\, workdays are canceled during inclement weather\, though a light sprinkle or drizzle rarely keeps us out of the garden. If you’re not sure\, please call 281-283-3950 or 281-283-3045\, and we’ll let you know if we’re digging in. \n\n\n\nLocationEnvironmental Institute of Houston (Click link for Google Map)University of Houston-Clear LakeNorth Office Annex (NOA) 1 Building2700 Bay Area Blvd.Houston\, TX 77058
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/habitat-workday-eih-4/2025-08-19/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250328T225605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T225606Z
UID:10005157-1755604800-1755608400@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Native Plants to Attract Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Kimberly Juarez. Tejas Prairie \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nAgrilife Extension Office \n\n\n\n892 Airport Road\, Rockport\, TX \n\n\n\nSponsored by Aransas / San Patricio Master Gardeners \n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: Claire Sorenson
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250311T203131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T203132Z
UID:10005138-1755612000-1755619200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Fredericksburg Board of Directors plans for upcoming events.
DESCRIPTION:Plans for upcoming events and membership involvement is the focus for the March meeting of the Board of Directors. Included will be the dates for the Fall Plant Sale as well as the progress for the Spring sale. Field Trip plans. Members are invited. Ask a current board member for location.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/fredericksburg-board-of-directors-plans-for-upcoming-events/2025-08-19/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Business Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250804T202055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T204220Z
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SUMMARY:Lindheimer Chapter Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Haeley Giambalvo\, Chair of the Society’s State Committee on Native Plants in Schools \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Tye Preston Memorial Library\, 16311 S. Access Road\, Canyon Lake\, Texas 78133.  All presentations are available via Zoom and are recorded for our Youtube channel.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/lindheimer-chapter-monthly-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250109T185302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T173907Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting – August 19
DESCRIPTION:Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) Executive Committee meetings occur monthly and any member may attend. Contact the Executive Director prior to the meeting at state@npsot.org for Zoom and applicable document links. Please be prepared to follow the Visitor’s Executive Meeting Protocol.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-august-13/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250622T183121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T183122Z
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SUMMARY:Boerne City Campus Natural Area (BCCNA) Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for BCCNA workdays! \n\n\n\nThe BCCNA project involves the restoration and enhancement of the Boerne City Campus Natural Area (BCCNA). The BCCNA is comprised of 13-acres on either side of the Old No. 9 Trail\, behind the library. We are working towards restoring this area to a native pollinator habitat\, creating a wildlife corridor and haven within the city. \n\n\n\nBCCNA Workdays take place on the first and third Thursdays of each month. \n\n\n\nOur meeting place will be in the Boerne Patrick Heath Public Library parking lot near the windmill. If you don’t see us at the windmill\, walk out behind the library across the creek as we’ve likely already started!  \n\n\n\nEach volunteer will be required to fill out the City of Boerne’s liability waiver the first time he or she volunteers. \n\n\n\nContact Jeff Schwarz at jeffschwarz27@gmail.com for more info.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/boerne-city-campus-natural-area-bccna-workday-4/2025-08-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250203T041256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T215759Z
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SUMMARY:Chapter Leader Forum: Chapter Donations and Grants
DESCRIPTION:Description:What type of organizations are receiving donations from chapters\, and what criteria are chapters using to select them? What programs have chapters developed for grants (programs that require an application\, periodic reporting\, etc.) \n\n\n\nChapter Liaison Meade LeBlanc will lead the discussion. Cheryl Folkes will talk about the pollinator grant program and donation program in use at Clear Lake. Amy Birdwell will be on the agenda for grants/scholarships. Chapter leaders are encouraged to bring examples of their programs. \n\n\n\nPresenters:Meade LeBlanc\, VP Chapter LiaisonAmy Birdwell\, VP EducationCheryl Folkes\, Clear Lake Chapter \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, August 21\, 2025 (Third Thursday) 12 – 1 pm \n\n\n\nZoom Registration Link: https://npsot-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/eUTaipBzTj2OIoSOJ_GjGw
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chapter-leader-forum-15/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Leader Forum,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250804T042502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T055425Z
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SUMMARY:What One Million Rain Gardens Could Do for Houston - August 21
DESCRIPTION:The title of this talk is taken from something Harris County infrastructure czar Art Storey is reputed to have said: “If every building in Harris County had a small rainwater catchment next to it\, we probably wouldn’t need Harris County Flood Control.” This presentation by Dominic Boyer explores the transformative potential of rain gardens in urban design. \n\n\n\nDrawing from several years of hands-on experience designing and creating community-led rain gardens in Northeast Houston\, Boyer sheds light on a vital\, yet often overlooked\, form of green stormwater infrastructure. In neighborhoods historically underserved by conventional flood control systems\, these rain gardens are not just detention basins—they cultivate native plants and wildlife\, serve as community amenities\, enhance public spaces\, and foster civic participation in infrastructure planning and maintenance. \n\n\n\nThrough thoughtful reflection of his work in Northeast Houston\, Boyer will explore the wisdom behind Storey’s observation. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDominic Boyer is the Director of the Social Design Lab at Rice University and as a member of the Board of Governors of the Rice Sustainability Institute. As one of the founders of the field of Energy Humanities\, he has been writing on energy politics and energy transition for many years. As a designer\, he helped create the world’s first glacier memorial\, which was named a Finalist for a 2020 Beazley Design of the Year Award by the London Design Museum. The same project inspired The Economist to create its first-ever obituary for a non-human. The author of nine books and volumes and more than 100 research articles\, Boyer’s latest book is No More Fossils (U Minnesota Press\, 2023). His Houston-based research currently focuses on green stormwater infrastructure as a means toward greater climate resilience and environmental equity. He is a 2025 Guggenheim Fellow. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOur monthly chapter meetings are held on every 3rd Thursday\, January – November. Our meetings are free and open to the public thanks to our members and sponsors.  \n\n\n\nThe presentation will start at 7:00 pm\, but come at 6:45 pm for a meet and greet with snacks. \n\n\n\nHouston Arboretum and Nature Center \n\n\n\n610 Entrance (preferred)120 W Loop N FwyHouston\, TX 77024 \n\n\n\nWoodway Entrance4501 Woodway DriveHouston\, TX 77024 \n\n\n\nMeetings will also be live-streamed and recorded for later viewing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReturn to Houston Chapter Page
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/what-one-million-rain-gardens-could-do-for-houston-august-21/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250418T145900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T160250Z
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SUMMARY:Ethnobotany (Bring extra water due to heat)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Phil Hardberger Park\, 8400 NW Military Hwy\, San Antonio\, TX 78231 \n\n\n\nThe focus of this month’s event is Ethnobotany. Our presenter\, Josie Gonzales\, is a Certified Interpretive Guide and Texas Master Naturalist. She’ll discuss Ethnobotany — how people of a particular culture and region make use of native plants. Plants sustain people not only as food and as medicine\, but provide materials\, dyes\, tannins\, wax\, latex\, soap\, resin and oil. \n\n\n\nThere will be a brief overview of ethnobotanical concepts prior to the walk. On the walk itself a wide variety of forbs\, shrubs\, and trees will be discussed from the standpoint of medicinal\, utilitarian\, and nutritional uses. Participants will have a chance to look at and ask questions about these plants. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive BEFORE 8;00 am to sign up for an 8:00 am start. \n\n\n\nMinors must be accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. This presentation is only appropriate for dogs who are leashed and socialized. DIFFICULTY: Easy–it is definitely suitable for families\, with flat terrain\, and a slow pace. This will be a mile walk\, and the event will last about two hours\, ending back at the Urban Ecology Center around 10:00 am. \n\n\n\nThe trail is a natural surface so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and\, dependent on the weather\, bring water\, sun protection\, and dress appropriate for the day and season. $3 individual or $5 family donations to the PHP Conservancy are suggested to support the activities in the park. \n\n\n\nThis event’s sponsors are the Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy\, the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department’s Natural Areas Office\, the Alamo Area Master Naturalists\, the Native Plant Society of Texas-San Antonio chapter\, and the Alamo Group of the Sierra Club. \n\n\n\nContact Stan Drezek (stanwendre@gmail.com) for additional information or questions. \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND RSVP
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/ethnobotany-bring-extra-water-due-to-heat/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250811T021118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T021119Z
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SUMMARY:Chandor Nature Trail "Spruce Up"\, Volunteer Opportunity\, Cross Timbers Chapter\, Weatherford\, Saturday\, 8/23/2025 at 9 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Spruce Up Days\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for the Chandor Nature Trail “Spruce Up” volunteer day from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Late comers are welcome. Interested volunteers can contact Cross Timbers trail steward Christie Tull\, at greenwoodfarminc@aol.com or call 817-307-9307.  See you on the trail! \n\n\n\nIf you can’t do manual labor be an education liason – community service volunteers need guidance to introduce them to the nature trail’s needs and to help identify plants. Although the hottest part of the summer is upon us\, we will hold the August workday Saturday\, August 23 from 9:00 – 11:00. \n\n\n\nVolunteer hours count towards Texas Master Naturalist and Texas Master Gardeners. \n\n\n\nAbout the Nature Trail\n\n\n\nChandor Nature Trail is just under one mile long and is open for hikers and their leashed dogs free of charge during Chandor Garden hours. The Garden’s address is 711 W Lee Street in Weatherford.  
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chandor-nature-trail-spruce-up-volunteer-opportunity-cross-timbers-chapter-weatherford-saturday-8-23-2025-at-9-a-m/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity,Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052932
CREATED:20250311T025622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T025624Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Rose Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meeting at the Somervell County Citizens Center\, 209 SW Barnard Street in Glen Rose. The meetings are free and open to visitors.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/prairie-rose-chapter-meeting/2025-08-25/
LOCATION:Somervell County Citizens Center\, 209 SW Barnard Street\, Glen Rose\, Texas\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20241128T004147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151433Z
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SUMMARY:Bastrop County Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly chapter meeting. Our meetings are hybrid. You can join us in person at the Bastrop Public Library in the Pressley Conference Room or virtually via Zoom.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/bastrop-county-chapter-meeting-5/2025-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20250814T201209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T171434Z
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - The Vital Roles of Trees and How to Care For Them
DESCRIPTION:Rachel Sarlls is the regional urban ecologist with the Texas A&M Forest Service for the San Antonio region. She graduated from Sam Houston State University with a bachelor’s degree in plant and soil sciences. She is an ISA Certified arborist with specialized qualifications in tree risk assessment and Oak Wilt management. She has worked as an arborist in the Houston region\, managing work from tree removals and pruning to fertilization and planting. Rachel has a passion for empowering communities through education and outreach to help people understand the vital role trees play in urban environment and how to effectively care for them.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/chapter-meeting-the-benefits-of-trees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20240108T175345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T175347Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Dear NLCP Committee Members\,  \n\n\n\nThis Monday begins our first meeting of 2024. We will meet at 7:00pm on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month on this Zoom link: \n\n\n\n https://npsot-org.zoom.us/j/87628189964?pwd=NUdBV3ZTSzFVMjJjTnpycjlQTGRJQT09.  \n\n\n\nWe’re a small committee\, and we don’t get to see each other in person very often\, so please plan to join with your camera on.  \n\n\n\nSee you Monday! \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nJay Gowen\, NLCP Chair\, Pines and Prairies Chapter\, 832-513-5785 (cell)
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/49257/2025-08-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20241217T141000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T011929Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Workday @ EIH
DESCRIPTION:Habitat volunteers help weed and mulch flower beds\, plant native plants\, maintain pathways\, and trim trees and bushes. Volunteers may also help clean out the pond on select work days. \n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary—we’ll show you what goes and what stays\n\n\n\nBring your own tools or use ours (we have gloves too)\n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle\, hat\, and sunscreen!\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers must be 18 or older to participate in EIH’s workdays unless prior arrangements have been made. \n\n\n\nWe do not hold workdays when the university is officially closed. Also\, workdays are canceled during inclement weather\, though a light sprinkle or drizzle rarely keeps us out of the garden. If you’re not sure\, please call 281-283-3950 or 281-283-3045\, and we’ll let you know if we’re digging in. \n\n\n\nLocationEnvironmental Institute of Houston (Click link for Google Map)University of Houston-Clear LakeNorth Office Annex (NOA) 1 Building2700 Bay Area Blvd.Houston\, TX 77058
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/habitat-workday-eih-4/2025-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Workday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20250405T021217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T021219Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Native Plants - Planting for Fall\, Cross Timbers Chapter Meeting (Weatherford)- Tuesday 8/26/2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for August’s meeting of the Cross Timbers Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. Sandy Fountain\, a fellow NPSOT member and native plant enthusiast will be presenting on Texas Native plants\, and planting for Fall interest and blooming. \n\n\n\nAbout Sandy:I am happily retired after 34 years in the software industry. I have been an avid native plant person for 22 years. As a member of the North Central Chapter\, I organize and help teach Native Landscape Certification Program classes. I also organize and grow many plants for our biannual plant sales. I enjoy native plant gardening\, working at a Monarch Waystation\, visiting wild areas\, and painting landscapes.  \n\n\n\nSee less \n\n\n\nMeeting Details: \n\n\n\n6:00pm Chapter Business Meeting \n\n\n\n6:30pm Monthly Feature Presentation \n\n\n\nThis educational event is open to the public. \n\n\n\nLocation: Mount Pleasant Historical School\, 213 Raymond George Way\, Weatherford\, Texas. \n\n\n\n\n6:00 p.m. Chapter Business Meeting and Update on Native Plant Sale\n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. Bat Presentation
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/texas-native-plants-planting-for-fall-cross-timbers-chapter-meeting-weatherford-tuesday-8-26-2025/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20250527T055006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T014126Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Build a Native Plant List Suitable for Your Garden: Learn this step-by-step process using science-based online resources to create lists of county-level native plants suitable for your lighting and water conditions. County-level plants are more likely to perform well in your microclimate. \n\n\n\nHoward Nemerov is a Texas Certified Master Gardener with Advanced Entomology certification. When he’s not researching\, he’s out gardening; his yard is his laboratory. Through research\, Howard has built a list of county-level native plants for Master Gardener and NPSOT plant sales and teaches people how to create a low-maintenance haven for humans\, plants\, and pollinators. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNote: This will be an online only meeting over Zoom. We will NOT be meeting in person at the Lakewood Clubhouse. We will return to a hybrid meeting format for September. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSocializing starts at 6:30 PM\, and programming begins at 7:00 PM.  \n\n\n\nClick here to register for the Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/austin-chapter-meeting-19/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20250804T220823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T203115Z
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SUMMARY:NATIVE TREE SELECTION: Recommendations for the Spaces Around You.  Fredericksburg\, Aug 26
DESCRIPTION:What tree is best? How do I take care of it? Have you wondered which native tree will shade your backyard\, not drop leaves in the pool\, and also doesn’t need a lot of water? Do you have acreage and are trying to restore your landscape after fire or grazing? Are you wondering what to consider when picking trees for color or to create a visual screen between you and the neighbors without irrigation? \n\n\n\nRachel Sarlls\, Regional Urban Ecologist with the Texas A&M Forest Service-San Antonio region\, addresses these questions and others during this month’s meeting. Her topic: how to select the perfect native tree for your various spaces and how to care for them.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-tree-selection-recommendations-for-the-spaces-around-you-fredericksburg-aug-26/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Hybrid chapter meeting,Virtual
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LOCATION:https://www.npsot.org/event/native-tree-selection-recommendations-for-the-spaces-around-you-fredericksburg-aug-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20250731T153416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T203835Z
UID:10005453-1756339200-1758238200@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:North Texas Giving Day - Early Giving Starts
DESCRIPTION:Help us cultivate a greener\, healthier North Texas! The Collin County Chapter of NPSOT is taking part in North Texas Giving Day – early giving starts August 28 and Giving Day is September 18. Your donation to our chapter directly supports our vital work in promoting native plant conservation\, educating our community\, and restoring critical habitats. Learn more about North Texas Giving Day and our chapter at: Collin County Chapter – Native Plant Society of TX | Donate | North Texas Giving Day
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/north-texas-giving-day-early-giving-starts/
CATEGORIES:Donations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052933
CREATED:20250215T203641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T210403Z
UID:10004975-1756375200-1756380600@www.npsot.org
SUMMARY:Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture Demonstration Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Demonstration Garden Workday! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn new gardening techniques\, and contribute to the beauty and sustainability of our community garden.  Contact Craig Bruska for more details:  craigbruska@hotmail.com.  The garden is located at 1370 Church Hill Dr.\, New Braunfels\, Tx 78130 in the Heritage Village. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in planting\, pruning\, and maintaining a variety of plants.\n\n\n\nExpert Guidance: Our knowledgeable garden coordinators will be on hand to share tips and answer your gardening questions.\n\n\n\nCommunity Spirit: Meet fellow garden lovers\, share stories\, and enjoy the camaraderie of working together.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nComfortable clothing and gardening gloves\n\n\n\nA hat\, water\, pest repellent\, and sunscreen\n\n\n\nYour enthusiasm and love for gardening!\n\n\n\nCommon gardening tools\, such as pruners\, weeders\, and the like.  Whatever you use in your garden\, as tools will not be provided.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workday is for everyone. Let’s come together to make our demonstration garden a thriving\, beautiful space for all to enjoy.
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/museum-of-texas-handmade-furniture-demonstration-garden-workday-2/2025-08-28/
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