The winter solstice occurs on Wednesday, December 21, 2023! It is the shortest day of the year and the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.Join us as we celebrate the winter solstice with a guided hike led by park volunteers. We will hike through the forest while enjoying the beautiful sights of…
The Annual Run for the Hungry benefits the Christian Food Bank of Hopkins County and is presented by First United Bank. It will take place at Mahr Park Arboretum on Nov. 23rd at 8 AM. 5K run/Walk, Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run, Virtual 5K.Register HERE! Questions or to sponsor/volunteer email- [email protected]
Join us for a night under the stars! Ross Workman will guide us through a sky presentation with telescopes available for viewing.
Have some plants that need to be divided or you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!Join the Pennyroral Master Gardeners for their annual Fall Plant & Bulb Swap on Saturday, Oct. 28th at the Hopkins County…
Enjoy a leisurely guided kayak trek at the Arboretum. Take in the beautiful sights along the shore of Lake Pee Wee!If you are unfamiliar with kayaking and would like to go with a group, this is a great opportunity for you! Seasoned kayakers are invited as well.Meet us at the kayak launch at 2:00 p.m.We…
Art at the Arboretum: Adult Art ClassPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED/ $25 fee, Class limited to 15 people*Join Dawn Moore at the Arboretum for a guided art class for adults. The artwork will feature an abstract 12X12 fall landscape of Lake Pee Wee. Supplies are provided as a part of the fee.$25 fee per student. Pre-register by calling…
Join us for a night under the stars! Ross Workman will guide us through a sky presentation with telescopes available for viewing
The Show & Go Car Club is hosting a car show at Mahr Park on Oct. 21st! More details coming soon!
Fall leaves and pumpkins, please! Join us for our 2023 Fall Photography Contest on October 21-28, 2023. Fall colors at the Arboretum are a sight to see! So much to capture, and we want you to do just that! This event is free and open to the public. All skill levels are welcome!Photos must be taken during…
Enjoy the crisp air and changing leaves at the Arboretum as we trek out into the great outdoors in search of natural treasures.We invite you to bring your littles to the fall scavenger hunt and after ward they will create a work of art with their finds!We will meet at the Welcome Center, guests are…