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Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/19/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 19-22: Rabbits, Bobcats, Turkeys and Horses Children ages 4-9 will have fun learning how these animals are similar and different. For example – which jumps the highest? You may be surprised! Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will send an […]

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/20/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 19-22: Rabbits, Bobcats, Turkeys and Horses Children ages 4-9 will have fun learning how these animals are similar and different. For example – which jumps the highest? You may be surprised! Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will send an […]

June Bug Ball

06/20/2023 @ 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Dress as your favorite bug to learn about insects, and enjoy crafts, a bug petting zoo and live entertainment.

Farmers Market

06/21/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Summer Solstice Day of Wellness

06/21/2023 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 pm – Join us for a full day of wellness in our beautiful gardens and calming woodlands. Instructors will lead a variety of classes and workshops to activate your body and mind. $50 ticket includes entry to all activities. You can also purchase tickets to individual classes for $15 each. All tickets include admission to the Arboretum […]

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/21/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 19-22: Rabbits, Bobcats, Turkeys and Horses Children ages 4-9 will have fun learning how these animals are similar and different. For example – which jumps the highest? You may be surprised! Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will send an […]

Wellness Fair

06/21/2023 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Looking for a new yoga studio or assistance with meal prep? Join us at the Wellness Fair to learn more about local wellness-based businesses. Admission to the Wellness Fair is included with the price of the admission to the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/22/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 19-22: Rabbits, Bobcats, Turkeys and Horses Children ages 4-9 will have fun learning how these animals are similar and different. For example – which jumps the highest? You may be surprised! Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will send an […]

Nature Storytime

06/22/2023 @ 10:00 am – Join us for music, movement and adventures outdoors with Stepping Stones KC. These gatherings are targeted toward little natures lovers, ages 1-6. The fee is per person ages 1-6. Caregivers and siblings need only pay admission to the Arboretum. Registration is required. Caregiver presence is required.

Farmers Market

06/24/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Saturday Swim

06/24/2023 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Saturday swim events at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center.

Stems: A Garden Soirée

06/24/2023 @ 7:00 pm – Sip wine; taste delicious food from top restaurants and caterers; enjoy art, music, fireworks and beautiful surroundings; and meet friends at the networking event of the summer: Stems.

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/26/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 26-29: Bison, Peafowl, Prairie Dogs and Pheasants Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the largest and smallest mammals on the Farmstead – Peafowl and Pheasants. Who has the largest tail? Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will […]

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/27/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 26-29: Bison, Peafowl, Prairie Dogs and Pheasants Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the largest and smallest mammals on the Farmstead – Peafowl and Pheasants. Who has the largest tail? Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will […]

Farmers Market

06/28/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/28/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 26-29: Bison, Peafowl, Prairie Dogs and Pheasants Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the largest and smallest mammals on the Farmstead – Peafowl and Pheasants. Who has the largest tail? Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will […]

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

06/29/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – June 26-29: Bison, Peafowl, Prairie Dogs and Pheasants Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the largest and smallest mammals on the Farmstead – Peafowl and Pheasants. Who has the largest tail? Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign up online on the Mad Science website. Mad Science will […]

Mud Art Making Class

06/29/2023 @ 9:30 am – Celebrate International Mud Day by making mud art! In this fun and messy class, you will use mud mixed with water and a stick or other objects to scratch a design into the surface of your canvas, then add color to your painting using crayons, markers or paint. All supplies are included. Participants are encouraged […]

Discovery Kits at the Gardens

07/01/2023 @ All Day – Every month the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens welcomes you to visit us and learn! Our education team has put together a monthly kit for your family to enjoy nature, learn about the season and be creative. Get outside, learn about birds, create wearable art and get your hands dirty. Our kits will have […]

Farmers Market

07/01/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

City Offices Closed

07/04/2023 @ All Day – City offices, including City Hall and Sanders Justice Center, will be closed for the Independence Day holiday. Details on additional City closures are listed below. Please join us for the annual Star Spangled Spectacular fireworks show. Modified Hours Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Rd. (Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) All outdoor City pools (Open 12-5 […]

Celebrating the Fourth at the Farm

07/04/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Celebrate Independence Day at the Farm! 9:30 a.m. Performance by Professor Farquar and Polecat Annie 10 a.m. Pig calling contest 11 a.m. Bike parade Children are invited to bring decorated bicycles or wagons to participate in a parade around the main circle. Fourth at the Farm also features a cake walk, old fashioned games and […]

Farmers Market

07/05/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Wine Tasting on the Terrace

07/06/2023 @ 6:00 pm – Stroll through the beautiful gardens while enjoying delicious wine and food pairings.

Farmers Market

07/08/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Saturday Swim

07/08/2023 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Saturday swim events at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center.

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

07/10/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – July 10-14: Sheep, Mining, Eagles and a Celebration of Deanna Rose Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the sheep and eagle. Jr. scientists will also have a day of mining as well as learn about who the Farmstead is named after. Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign […]

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

07/11/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – July 10-14: Sheep, Mining, Eagles and a Celebration of Deanna Rose Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the sheep and eagle. Jr. scientists will also have a day of mining as well as learn about who the Farmstead is named after. Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign […]

Farmers Market

07/12/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

07/12/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – July 10-14: Sheep, Mining, Eagles and a Celebration of Deanna Rose Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the sheep and eagle. Jr. scientists will also have a day of mining as well as learn about who the Farmstead is named after. Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign […]

New Volunteer Orientation

07/12/2023 @ 10:00 am – This is for new volunteers wishing to serve on a regular basis. We will discuss all volunteer opportunities, collect required paperwork and introduce you to the Arboretum!

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

07/13/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – July 10-14: Sheep, Mining, Eagles and a Celebration of Deanna Rose Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the sheep and eagle. Jr. scientists will also have a day of mining as well as learn about who the Farmstead is named after. Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign […]

Nature Storytime

07/13/2023 @ 10:00 am – Join us for music, movement and adventures outdoors with Stepping Stones KC. These gatherings are targeted toward little natures lovers, ages 1-6. The fee is per person ages 1-6. Caregivers and siblings need only pay admission to the Arboretum. Registration is required. Caregiver presence is required.

Concert in the Park

07/13/2023 @ 7:30 pm – Grab your lawn chair or blanket and head to Thompson Park for July’s Concert in the Park, featuring Americana singer-songwriter Michael Shaun Brown!  Concert in the Park is a free summer concert series at the Thompson Park stage. Listen to some of your favorite songs under the stars after spending a summer day in Downtown […]

Farmtastic Fun with Mad Science

07/14/2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – July 10-14: Sheep, Mining, Eagles and a Celebration of Deanna Rose Children ages 4-9 will learn about the life of the sheep and eagle. Jr. scientists will also have a day of mining as well as learn about who the Farmstead is named after. Registration is $170 and includes all four days of camp. Sign […]

Monoprinting with Nature

07/14/2023 @ 10:00 am – Let your creative juices flow with this fun and prolific project. We will teach basic monoprinting techniques, and your child will create beautiful prints to take home. With nature as our inspiration, there is no right or wrong way to make these beautiful creations. We recommend that students wear an over-shirt to prevent staining clothes. […]

Farmers Market

07/15/2023 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm – The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is a vibrant public gathering place that brings the community together with vendors featuring farm-fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.

Curiosity Cube at the Farmstead

07/15/2023 @ 9:00 am – The Curiosity Cube is making its way to Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead! Your child can embark on a scientific adventure right on the farm. With engaging hands-on science experiments and immersive learning about cutting-edge technologies, this science education program is crafted to ignite curiosity and a passion for science in young minds. The Curiosity Cube […]

Saturday Swim

07/15/2023 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – People with disabilities and their families can enjoy City pools before they are open to the public during Saturday swim events at Tomahawk Ridge Aquatic Center.

Nature Storytime

07/15/2023 @ 10:00 am – Join us for music, movement and adventures outdoors with Stepping Stones KC. These gatherings are targeted toward little natures lovers, ages 1-6. The fee is per person ages 1-6. Caregivers and siblings need only pay admission to the Arboretum. Registration is required. Caregiver presence is required.

Stained Glass Workshop for Beginners

07/15/2023 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Join us in making a stained glass butterfly hanging! Choose nine pieces of glass in various colors. The end result will be a multi-colored butterfly suncatcher. Learn beginning stained glass techniques with lead-free solder and flux. Supplies will be provided. Class size is limited. Due to the nature of working with a soldering iron and […]