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SUMMARY:Tiny Greens\, Big Impact
DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of tiny plants with this engaging public presentation on microgreens! Learn what microgreens are\, how they differ from sprouts and baby greens\, and why they are packed with flavor\, color\, and nutrition. Participants will explore easy methods for growing microgreens indoors year-round\, discover popular varieties to try at home\, and learn creative ways to use them in salads\, sandwiches\, smoothies\, and more. Whether you are interested in healthy eating\, gardening in small spaces\, or growing fresh food for your family\, this presentation offers practical tips and inspiration for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. \nAge: Adults\, Youth
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/tiny-greens-big-impact/
LOCATION:Cherokee County Senior Center\, 1001 Univeter Rd\, Canton\, GA\, 30115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener Program
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SUMMARY:The Incredible Journey - Lifecycle of a Water Molecule
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting open library event for youth\, **“The Incredible Journey – Lifecycle of a Water Molecule\,”** where young explorers will follow the amazing path of water through clouds\, rain\, rivers\, soil\, plants\, and living things! Through hands-on activities and interactive learning\, participants will discover how water moves through the water cycle\, supports life on Earth\, and connects every ecosystem. This fun and educational program will spark curiosity about science\, weather\, and the natural world while showing that every drop has an incredible story to tell.
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/the-incredible-journey-lifecycle-of-a-water-molecule/
LOCATION:Hickory Flat Library\, Cherokee County\, GA\, 2740 E Cherokee Dr\, Canton\, Georgia\, 30115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exploring Ecosystems - Mini Terrariums
DESCRIPTION:Join us for **“Exploring Ecosystems – Mini Terrariums\,”** an exciting open library event for youth where participants will discover how ecosystems work by creating their own miniature living world! Young naturalists will learn how plants\, soil\, moisture\, sunlight\, and decomposers interact to form balanced ecosystems while building and taking home a small terrarium. Through hands-on exploration and creativity\, this fun and educational program will inspire curiosity about nature\, ecology\, and the delicate connections that support life on Earth.
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/exploring-ecosystems-mini-terrariums/
LOCATION:North Cobb Library\, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW\, Kennesaw\, GA\, 30144\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great Southeast Pollinator Census
DESCRIPTION:The Cherokee County Master Gardeners invite the community to take part in the **Great Southeast Pollinator Census**\, a fun\, family-friendly citizen science event that helps researchers better understand and protect the bees\, butterflies\, and other pollinators essential to our ecosystems and food supply. Participants will spend a short period observing flowers\, counting the pollinators they see\, and contributing their observations to this region-wide conservation effort—no previous experience is needed\, and volunteers will be available to help. Census activities will be hosted at three locations in Cherokee County: the **Cherokee County Senior Center**\, 1001 Univeter Road\, Canton\, GA 30115; the **Backyard Agriculture Education Station at Cherokee Veterans Park**; and the **Ball Ground Botanical Garden**\, 215 Valley Road\, Ball Ground. Come discover the remarkable diversity of pollinators in our own community while contributing valuable data to a larger effort to understand and conserve them.
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/great-southeast-pollinator-census/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener Program
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SUMMARY:Oceans of Love Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a sea of stories\, imagination\, and fun during **Oceans of Love Preschool Story Time** at the Hickory Flat Library! Designed especially for preschool-aged children and their caregivers\, this ocean-themed story time will introduce young listeners to the wonders of the sea through the delightful book *Oceans of Love*\, along with engaging activities that encourage early literacy\, creativity\, and a love of reading. Little ones can enjoy a warm and welcoming library experience while exploring ocean life\, friendship\, and the many ways we can show love and kindness to one another.
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/oceans-of-love-story-time/
LOCATION:Hickory Flat Library\, Cherokee County\, GA\, 2740 E Cherokee Dr\, Canton\, Georgia\, 30115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Program
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SUMMARY:Bee Builders: Creating Homes for Nature’s Pollinators 🐝
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a hands-on Bee Hotel program designed especially for school-age youth! In this engaging and educational activity\, participants will learn about the fascinating world of native bees—gentle\, solitary pollinators that play a vital role in helping plants grow\, flowers bloom\, and ecosystems thrive. Kids will discover how these bees differ from honeybees\, why they need safe nesting spaces\, and how we can support them right in our own backyards. The highlight of the program is building a simple bee hotel using natural and recycled materials\, giving each child a chance to create a habitat they can take home and monitor. This fun\, creative experience blends science\, conservation\, and craftsmanship while inspiring young learners to become stewards of the environment. \nAge Group: School Age Youth \nPhoto: Scout Life
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/bee-builders-creating-homes-for-natures-pollinators-%f0%9f%90%9d-3/
LOCATION:East Cobb Library\, 4880 Lower Roswell Rd Ste 510-B\, Marietta\, GA\, 30068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Program
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SUMMARY:Emily Dickinson Where Botany Meets Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Discover the fascinating connection between **poetry and plants** through the life and work of Emily Dickinson. Known today as one of America’s most celebrated poets\, Dickinson was also a passionate gardener and lifelong student of the natural world. Participants will explore how her love of flowers and plants influenced her poetry and learn about her remarkable herbarium—a collection of carefully pressed and preserved plants she assembled as a young woman. Following the discussion\, participants will learn the basics of creating an herbarium and have the opportunity to **press\, preserve\, and mount their own plant specimens**\, combining literature\, botany\, history\, and hands-on discovery in one creative program. \nPhoto: Marginalian
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/emily-dickinson-where-botany-meets-poetry/
LOCATION:Mountain View Regional Library\, 3320 Sandy Plains Road\, Marietta\, GA\, 30066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Program
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SUMMARY:Ribbit & Read: A Preschool Frog Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Hop on over to the library for a **frogtastic preschool adventure!** Young nature lovers will discover the wonderful world of frogs through engaging stories\, silly songs\, movement\, and hands-on fun. We’ll learn how frogs grow from tiny tadpoles into amazing amphibians\, explore where frogs live\, and practice our best hops and “ribbits.” The program concludes with a **frog-themed craft** children can create and take home. A lively introduction to nature designed especially for curious little explorers!
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/ribbit-read-a-preschool-frog-adventure/
LOCATION:Hickory Flat Library\, Cherokee County\, GA\, 2740 E Cherokee Dr\, Canton\, Georgia\, 30115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Program
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SUMMARY:Environmental Careers: Explore a Future in Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Nature on the Brink is participating in a high school career fair. Discover how your interests and talents can become a career that makes a difference! Nature on the Brink introduces students to the wide variety of professions working to understand\, protect\, restore\, and manage our natural world. Explore careers in wildlife biology\, ecology\, conservation\, forestry\, environmental science\, native plants\, grassland restoration\, GIS and mapping\, environmental education\, sustainability\, and more. Students have the opportunity to be exposed to careers they were not aware of\, learn about education and career pathways\, and discover how science\, technology\, communication\, and hands-on fieldwork all play important roles in protecting the environment. **Your passion for nature could become your future career!**
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/environmental-careers-explore-a-future-in-conservation/
LOCATION:High School\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T170000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Ecosystems - Mini Terrariums
DESCRIPTION:Join us for **“Exploring Ecosystems – Mini Terrariums\,”** an exciting open library event for youth where participants will discover how ecosystems work by creating their own miniature living world! Young naturalists will learn how plants\, soil\, moisture\, sunlight\, and decomposers interact to form balanced ecosystems while building and taking home a small terrarium. Through hands-on exploration and creativity\, this fun and educational program will inspire curiosity about nature\, ecology\, and the delicate connections that support life on Earth.
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/exploring-ecosystems-mini-terrariums-2/
LOCATION:Mountain View Regional Library\, 3320 Sandy Plains Road\, Marietta\, GA\, 30066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270320T090000
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SUMMARY:Tellus Symposium 2027
DESCRIPTION:The Tellus Symposium 2027 brings together scientists\, land stewards\, educators\, and community leaders to explore the vital connections between native plants\, pollinators\, and Southern grasslands. Together\, we will share knowledge\, inspire action\, and build partnerships that advance research\, restoration\, and conservation across the region. By celebrating the beauty and resilience of our native ecosystems\, we can create thriving habitats for pollinators and wildlife while supporting healthy communities for generations to come. \nSpeakers:\nAshley Frasca – Green and Growing with Ashley Frasca\nDoug Tallamy – Homegrown National Park\nLaurie & Larry Alvord – Georgia Bat Experts\nPhilip Juras – Historical Grassland Artist\nDwayne Estes – Southeastern Grasslands Institute\nTrecia Neal – Green Gardens Education and Design\nKyle Lybarger – Native Habitat Project
URL:https://natureonthebrink.org/event/tellus-symposium-2027/
LOCATION:Tellus Science Museum\, 100 Tellus Drive\, Cartersville\, GA\, 30120\, United States
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