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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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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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:20260404T081424
CREATED:20250731T153416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T203835Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T113000
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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\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T081424
CREATED:20240731T213414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T152626Z
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SUMMARY:Ryan High School Rain Garden Program and Short Business Meeting - New Location: ServeDenton
DESCRIPTION:Come hear about this project from its inception to plans for future expansion in schools throughout Denton.  The project started as a partnership between the Elm Fork Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, Denton ISD\, City of Denton\, and Ryan High School students.  Funding came from the National Geographic Society.   \n\n\n\nPresenters are:  Dr. Kelly Albus\, Research Scientist and Assistant Professor;  Elise Spain\, Master Naturalist; and Katey Norris Pirot\, Master Naturalist. \n\n\n\nRead more about it at: https://dentonrc.com/education/ryan_high_school/rain-will-nourish-garden-transformed-by-master-naturalists-and-ryan-raiders-into-pollinator-paradise/article_032d7b4a-35fc-44c9-baad-9faf2d1dcd7d.html \n\n\n\n6:30pm – Social time7:00pm – Zoom opens and meeting begins \n\n\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join our meeting in person at Serve Denton – meeting room\, 306 N Loop 288 Denton\, TX 76209 \n\n\n\nIf you can’t join us in person\, we invite you to our Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nZOOM PARTICIPANTS ONLY: Please Register in advance for this meeting: \n\n\n\nPlease register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/O3MOpFeKTYmq7lwngfH2HA \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
URL:https://www.npsot.org/event/educational-program-and-short-business-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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