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  • Fall Frolic at the Biodiversity Education Center

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Join the Friends of the Coppell Nature Park and Keep Coppell Beautiful our first annual Fall Frolic Festival at the Biodiversity Education Center! This day of outdoor autumn fun will include a wide variety of activities.  Live music provided by the Boxcar Bandits and plenty of munchies to enjoy!  Bring the whole family down to learn about the many […]

    Free
  • Winter Gardening

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Let’s face it; winters in Texas are unpredictable to say the least. Vegetables can be grown year-round both inside and out. Join Keep Coppell Beautiful and learn new techniques and ways to get your vegetables started this winter.

    Free
  • Grow Your Own Vegetables

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    "Lettuce” talk about vegetables! Whether you’re trying to eat healthier, want to know where your food comes from, or just love the idea of growing delicious vine-ripened vegetables at home, this class in for you. Learn proper soil preparation, garden design and layouts, disease and insect identification, as well as the proper planting times for […]

  • Benefits of Bees

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Hosted by the Friends of Coppell Nature Park, peer into the world of bees! If bees didn’t exist in our world today, it would look like a very different place – and our lives wouldn’t be nearly the same either. These industrious insects have been around for roughly 125 million years and although bee numbers […]

  • Let’s Ketchup on Tomatoes

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Have you always wanted to grow this delicious fruit?! The most sought-after garden treasure can be challenging to grow in the extreme climate and soils of North Texas. We’ll go into depth, providing tips on how to get the most production out of your tomato plants covering everything from variety selection, proper planting, best irrigation […]

    Free
  • Butterfly Gardening

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Hosted by the Friends of Coppell Nature Park, Roger Sanderson, Director of Horticulture for Texas Discovery Gardens, will discuss the BEC butterflies of North Texas and gardening options to attract them. Free. For more information please contact: KCB@coppelltx.gov

  • Weed’em and Reap: Weeds and Watering

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    This class makes sense of two of the most challenging issues many homeowners face.  If you’re having trouble controlling unwanted plants in your lawn and landscape, or if you’re confused about when to water and when to wait, we’re here to help.  Learn the best approach to managing weeds effectively without the over use of […]

  • DIY Composting 101 at Coppell Senior and Community Center/Old Town Garden 

    Old Town Garden 345 West Bethel Road, Coppell, TX, United States

    Learn the basics of composting, including how to start your pile, “do’s and don’ts of composting” and also what to do with the compost you create. The second half of the class will be spent in the garden where you can practice hands-on techniques and view composting piles in different stages of decomposition. For more […]

  • Saving FROM a Rainy Day; DIY Rain Barrel Class

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    This class is a barrel of fun! Rainwater is the best water for your lawn, landscape or vegetable garden; Divert it, Save it, Use it! Come learn the basics and benefits of rainwater harvesting and reduce the effect your stormwater has on the environment. Participants will learn how to collect and utilize rainwater at home. […]

    $50
  • DIY Raised Garden Bed Class

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Having a raised garden bed at home is a terrific way to grow small plots of flowers or vegetables without the clutter of many containers throughout your yard. A raised garden bed can provide better control of the soil quality and it is easier to remove weeds. Join Keep Coppell Beautiful at the Biodiversity Education […]

    $50
  • Introduction to Vegetable Gardening Class

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Saturday, February 2nd 9:30am-11:00am & 11:30am-1:00pm In perfect timing for the planting season, Keep Coppell Beautiful is offering two free class opportunities to get tips on how to grow your own food. Local grower Amanda Vanhoozier, will be presenting this popular class on organic vegetable gardening for a healthier 2019. Amanda is a passionate local […]

  • Introduction to Vegetable Gardening Class

    Saturday, February 2nd 9:30am-11:00am & 11:30am-1:00pm In perfect timing for the planting season, Keep Coppell Beautiful is offering two free class opportunities to get tips on how to grow your own food. Local grower Amanda Vanhoozier, will be presenting this popular class on organic vegetable gardening for a healthier 2019. Amanda is a passionate local […]

  • Composting Class

    Coppell Senior Center/ Old Town Garden 345 W. Bethel Road, Coppell, TX

    Hosted by Keep Coppell Beautiful, learn the basics of composting, including how to start your pile, “do’s and don’ts of composting” and what to do with the compost you create. The second half of the class will be spent in the garden where you can practice hands-on techniques and view composting piles in different stages […]

  • Water U Doing?: Water Efficient Sprinklers

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    Hosted by Keep Coppell Beautiful, what are you doing for your landscape? Save water, money and time by giving your sprinkler system a “Spruce Up”. Come learn how minor do it yourself repairs and simple irrigation tips can make a MAJOR impact on your water waste and your water bill. If you’ve got questions about […]

  • Fall Frolic

    Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy, Coppell, TX, United States

    The Biodiversity Education Center (BEC) is preparing for the 3rd Annual Fall Frolic event which celebrates nature with hands-on activities and live music along the trail system at Coppell Nature Park. The mile-long nature walk will have eight hands-on activity stations for young explorers. This year’s theme is “I Spy”. Fall Frolickers will have the […]

    Free
  • Perennial Pass Along Plant Sale

    Helping Hands Garden 255 Parkway Blvd., Coppell, TX, United States

    The Helping Hands, Coppell Community Garden located next to City of Coppell Town Center building, is hosting a water-wise Perennial Plant Sale. Our perennial garden does a great job of attracting bees, butterflies and other pollinators.  Pollinators are awesome and help in our vegetable production at our adjacent organic vegetable garden.  Visit our plant sale and purchase […]