Greenability

11/07/2024

Pumpkin composting events are held all month long across the metro.

Don’t trash them: Where can you compost your pumpkins?

If your Halloween pumpkins are rotting on the porch, here are some zero-waste options and composting events to give them a second life and

08/26/2024

Did you know that you can earn rewards for using sustainable transportation on Ozone Alert Days with the WAY TO GO app?

08/26/2024

Monday, August 26 is an Ozone Alert Day with an Orange Action Alert indicating that an unhealthy level of ground-level ozone is expected.

When ozone pollution is high, the air is unhealthy. Here’s what you need to know to protect your health and help reduce pollution. Ozone pollution is

08/14/2024

Shawnee Mission Park has a new art sculpture disc golf course featuring nature-inspired public art made by local artists.

The 9-hole course features art along the way, shady paths, and is great for beginners.

Known as the Art Nine Disc Golf Course, the unique course is the first of its kind in the region and possibly the United States.

During our Summer Outing Series, join us as we explore local family-friendly outings for summer fun. Shawnee Mission Park has a new art sculpture disc

08/08/2024

As the kids get ready to head back to school, here are eight ways to start the year with sustainable and low-waste school supplies, clothes and lunches.

As the kids get ready to head back to school, here are eight ways to start the year with sustainable and low-waste school supplies, clothes and lunches.

08/07/2024

Greenability is back in your inbox today 📧 after our summer break!

Find this week's Greenability Weekly here: https://mailchi.mp/greenabilitymagazine/august-7-2024

06/27/2024

There’s no better way to experience KC’s vibrant streets, culture, and history than by foot.

If Urban Hikes Kansas City isn’t on your summer bucket list, it should be.

Les by experienced local guides, Urban Hikes KC offers curated hikes to explore the city and get a good workout.

The hikes are 4-5 miles long and last about 3 hours.

From touring the historic Quindaro Ruins, exploring nature and art in Merriam, tasting the city by coffee shops, and enjoying the golden hour at Kaw Point, there’s an upcoming hike for everyone.

✨Featured in Greenability’s Summer Outing Series✨

During our Summer Outing Series, join us as we explore local family-friendly outings for summer fun. There’s no better way to experience a city’s vibrant

06/13/2024

This Saturday, you can tour the Climate-Friendly Yard Makeovers that are now attracting pollinators and helping biodiversity thrive.

Two years ago, three homeowners were chosen for this project to transform their yards with expert help from Missouri Organic Recycling and its partners.

Two years ago, three homeowners were chosen to transform their yards with expert help as part of the Climate-Friendly Yard Makeovers project. This

05/16/2024

Ellen Schwartze, founder of KC Family Bike Ride, shares how cycling changed her parenting for the better.

"My kid rode on a front handlebar seat when he was a year old, and it might have been my favorite stage. When riding, I could constantly point things out, and encourage him to wave at passers-by who were not expecting an adorable bebe on a bike."

By Ellen Schwartze, Founder of KC Family Bike Ride I became a parent in June of 2020 (which now feels synonymous to “the day the world changed”), and I

04/25/2024

Start your garden with local plant sales across the metro this week featuring vegetable starts, native plants, and annuals.

Explore all upcoming sales: https://greenabilitymagazine.com/green-events/

🌱 Kansas City Community Gardens Tomato Days | April 25-27 | Kansas City, MO
🌱 Cornerstones of Care Thyme for Kids Plant Sale | April 26-27 | Kansas City, MO
🌱 Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale | April 26-28 | Overland Park, KS
🌱Deep Roots KC Native Plant Sale | April 27 | Lee's Summit, MO
🌱Lenexa Farmers Market Native Plant Sale | April 27 | Lenexa, KS
🌱New Roots Transplant Sale | April 27 | Kansas City, KS
🌱Shawnee Indian Mission Native Plant Sale | April 27 | Fairway, KS
🌱Birds, Bees & Blooms Festival | April 27 | Arrow Rock, MO

04/22/2024

EARTH DAY THROWBACK: Here's a look back at Kansas City Earth Day events that began in 1989. Thousands gathered in celebration, costume, and activism to create massive "sculptures".

Local organizers, Marty Kraft and Stan Slaughter, reflect on this impressive action in KC history: https://greenabilitymagazine.com/impact-earth-day/

04/22/2024

Happy Earth Day! 🌍 Join a festival celebration tonight at Missouri Organic Recycling featuring local businesses and organizations making a difference in the community, as well as booths and activities sharing inspired information.

Vendors include:
Mean Mule Distilling Co
KC Farm School at Gibbs Road
Kansas City Public Library
The Resilient Activist
Ripple Glass
New Roots
Compost Collective KC
Midwestern Beekeeper's Association
One More Scoop
After the Harvest KC
Suds Refillery

Originally founded on Earth Day 32 years ago, everyone is invited to help celebrate Missouri Organic's impact on the community.

Event details: https://greenabilitymagazine.com/event/missouri-organic-earth-day-festival/

03/18/2024

Spring comes this week including spring plant sales to start your garden!

Greenability rounded up 7 upcoming plant sales that support local organizations and farmers including two this week with Kansas City Community Gardens and KC Farm School at Gibbs Road.

Jumpstart your garden with upcoming plant sales that support local organizations and farmers. Spring sales featuring cool season crops like

01/31/2024

If you’ve been thinking about starting your own compost pile, it’s not too late. Take advantage of a warm winter day.

Composting in the winter isn’t that much different than any other time of year, and it can help get you garden-ready for spring – especially if you still have leaves on the ground.

By Karen Ramsey If you’ve been thinking about starting your own compost pile, it’s not too late. Take advantage of a warm winter day. Composting in the

01/26/2024

There are NEW jobs on the Greenability Job Network including:

1. Conservation Land Steward [Heartland Conservation Alliance]
2. Sustainability Coordinator [KC Zoo & Aquarium]
3. Sales Coordinator [New Roots for Refugees]
4. Farm Hands [Sacred Sun Cooperative Farm]
5. Youth Outreach & Program Coordinator [Friends of the Kaw]

View these and other openings at greenabilityjobs.com

01/19/2024

January is one of the best times of year to spot bald eagles.

The 22nd Annual Eagle Days is a free, family-friendly event at Wyandotte County Lake and the Mrs. & Mrs. FL Schlagle Library featuring live birds of prey, including a bald eagle, crafts for kids, birdwatching on the lake, binocular checkout, activity stations on the trail, and more.

The Eagle Days events will be held from 9 AM – 5 PM on Saturday, January 20, and from 12 PM – 4 PM on Sunday, January 21.

This year's event will feature special guest, Diné (Navajo) Spirit Dancer Dennis Rogers performing a few different Diné dances on Saturday from 12:30 to 1:00 PM at the Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library.

Wyandotte County Lake attracts eagles in the winter. With 1,500 acres of wooded area and the 400-acre lake, there are a lot of opportunities for birdwatching.

Event Info: https://bit.ly/4b2iPeI

01/15/2024

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Heartland Conservation Alliance is hosting a virtual gathering at 12 pm to honor Dr. King. Local leaders will share insights on environmental justice.

Due to inclement weather, we have canceled the MLK Jr. Nature Walk. Our speakers are moving to a virtual platform this year. Please sign up below to be sent the Google invitation to the virtual event.

🗓️ Date: Monday, January 15, 2024
🕘 Time: 12PM-1PM
📌 Virtual Meeting Point: Google Meet
Link to sign up: https://ow.ly/qFGp50QqK3s

Want to hear about more celebrations and service events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Please click here: https://ow.ly/7LNG50QqK3q

01/10/2024

We are excited to share the new Greenability website, newsletter, and rebranding to kick off the new year with a new look: https://greenabilitymagazine.com/greenability-launches-new-website-branding/