Fresh on Fridays
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One of our favorite summer programs is back!
Join us for Fresh on Fridays at Central Gardens every Friday from 9–11 a.m. beginning June 5.
Fresh on Fridays brings together three favorite ways to enjoy the Gardens:
Garden Explorers
Running June 5–August 14, Garden Explorers offers hands-on activities and engaging garden experiences for kids of all ages in the Bee Happy Discovery Garden. In partnership with community collaborators, every Friday brings something new to explore, from tasting fresh produce in the vegetable garden and discovering plants and insects up close, to helping water, creating nature-inspired art, or enjoying a good book. Follow along on Facebook each week to see what’s abuzz!
Bouquets
Available June 5–September 11, our beautiful Fresh on Fridays bouquets are the event that started it all. Talented volunteers create freshly picked flower arrangements available for purchase at reasonable prices every Friday morning. Pick up a bouquet to brighten your table and start the weekend with something fresh from the Gardens.
Refreshments
Offered June 5–August 28, complimentary coffee and light refreshments are available on the pavilion patio. Relax, connect with others, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of the Gardens as you ease into your Friday.
Fresh on Fridays is a wonderful way to gather, explore, and enjoy the beauty of Central Gardens all summer long.
GARDEN EXPLORERS PROGRAM LINE UP:
Friday, June 5th:
1. Conservation Station | WaterRocks!
https://www.waterrocks.org/conservation-station
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, June 12th:
1. Cerro Gordo County Conservation | Insect Zoo
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
3. Healthy Harvest of North Iowa | Activity in Gardens
Friday, June 19th:
1. Clear Lake Public Library - Craft
2. ISU Extension | 4-H Focus and Clubs in conjunction with their meeting being hosted at the Gardens on this day!
Friday, June 26th:
1. Iowa Waste Exchange | Make & Take Upcycled Activity
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, July 3rd:
1. DNR Mobile Exhibit
https://www.iowadnr.gov/environmental-protection/land-quality/waste-planning-programs/mobile-education-unit#educational-exhibit-use-amp-locations
Friday, July 10th:
1. Cerro Gordo County Conservation | Insect Zoo
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, July 17th:
1. Clear Lake Public Library | Craft
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
3. Healthy Harvest of North Iowa | Activity in Gardens
Friday, July 24th:
1. Iowa Waste Exchange | Make & Take Upcycled Activity
2. ISU Extension | Show Buddies
Friday, July 31st:
1. Cerro Gordo County Conservation | Insect Zoo
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, August 7th:
1. Iowa Waste Exchange | Make & Take Upcycled Activity
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, August 14th:
1. Clear Lake Public Library | Craft
2. ISU Extension | Cy the ISU Cyclone will BE IN the Gardens
Join us for Fresh on Fridays at Central Gardens every Friday from 9–11 a.m. beginning June 5.
Fresh on Fridays brings together three favorite ways to enjoy the Gardens:
Garden Explorers
Running June 5–August 14, Garden Explorers offers hands-on activities and engaging garden experiences for kids of all ages in the Bee Happy Discovery Garden. In partnership with community collaborators, every Friday brings something new to explore, from tasting fresh produce in the vegetable garden and discovering plants and insects up close, to helping water, creating nature-inspired art, or enjoying a good book. Follow along on Facebook each week to see what’s abuzz!
Bouquets
Available June 5–September 11, our beautiful Fresh on Fridays bouquets are the event that started it all. Talented volunteers create freshly picked flower arrangements available for purchase at reasonable prices every Friday morning. Pick up a bouquet to brighten your table and start the weekend with something fresh from the Gardens.
Refreshments
Offered June 5–August 28, complimentary coffee and light refreshments are available on the pavilion patio. Relax, connect with others, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of the Gardens as you ease into your Friday.
Fresh on Fridays is a wonderful way to gather, explore, and enjoy the beauty of Central Gardens all summer long.
GARDEN EXPLORERS PROGRAM LINE UP:
Friday, June 5th:
1. Conservation Station | WaterRocks!
https://www.waterrocks.org/conservation-station
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, June 12th:
1. Cerro Gordo County Conservation | Insect Zoo
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
3. Healthy Harvest of North Iowa | Activity in Gardens
Friday, June 19th:
1. Clear Lake Public Library - Craft
2. ISU Extension | 4-H Focus and Clubs in conjunction with their meeting being hosted at the Gardens on this day!
Friday, June 26th:
1. Iowa Waste Exchange | Make & Take Upcycled Activity
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, July 3rd:
1. DNR Mobile Exhibit
https://www.iowadnr.gov/environmental-protection/land-quality/waste-planning-programs/mobile-education-unit#educational-exhibit-use-amp-locations
Friday, July 10th:
1. Cerro Gordo County Conservation | Insect Zoo
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, July 17th:
1. Clear Lake Public Library | Craft
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
3. Healthy Harvest of North Iowa | Activity in Gardens
Friday, July 24th:
1. Iowa Waste Exchange | Make & Take Upcycled Activity
2. ISU Extension | Show Buddies
Friday, July 31st:
1. Cerro Gordo County Conservation | Insect Zoo
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, August 7th:
1. Iowa Waste Exchange | Make & Take Upcycled Activity
2. ISU Extension | Activity in Gardens
Friday, August 14th:
1. Clear Lake Public Library | Craft
2. ISU Extension | Cy the ISU Cyclone will BE IN the Gardens
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800 2nd Ave N, PO Box 735, Clear Lake, IA, United States, Iowa 50428
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