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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk with Tavia
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, April 4th\n\nTime: 10:00am to 12:00 p.m.\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Center\n\nJoin our Executive Director\, Tavia Cathcart Brown\, author of two natural history books\, on a two-hour walk in the beautiful Woodland Garden that will be showcasing stunning spring wildflowers and ferns. Tavia will share medicinal uses and folklore\, as well as ingenious ways plants compete for pollinators! \nWear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven ground. Difficulty is easy to moderate. \n***RSVP BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/wildflower-walk-with-tavia-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260415T180000
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SUMMARY:Find a Friend in Nature - Help Save our Natural World
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, April 15th \nTime: Meet & Greet at 5:30pm\, Talk begins at 6pm \nWhere: Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd.\, Louisville\, KY 40207 in the Jester Fellowship Hall \nJoin our board member\, Dr. John Hubbard\, for an inspiring presentation\, “Find a Friend in Nature.” Part of the A Faith Call – How Can We Help Mother Nature? series. His talk explores how individuals\, groups\, and entire communities can take meaningful action to save our natural world. Come discover how you can make a difference! \nPlease RSVP to Amy Kiefner by April 13th. Email info@2ndpreslou.org or call 502-895-0346. \nThis is at Second Presbyterian Church.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/find-a-friend-in-nature/
LOCATION:Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260506T180000
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SUMMARY:A Pollinator Banquet - Flowers that Attract Birds\, Butterflies & Bees
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, May 6th \nTime: Meet & Greet at 5:30pm\, Talk begins at 6pm \nWhere: Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd.\, Louisville\, KY 40207 in the Jester Fellowship Hall \nJoin our Executive Director\, Tavia Cathcart Brown\, for a wonderful presentation\, “A Pollinator Banquet.” Part of the A Faith Call – How Can We Help Mother Nature? series. Her talk covers which flowers to plant to invite birds\, butterflies\, and bees to your garden. Come learn how to attract pollinators to your garden! \nPlease RSVP to Amy Kiefner by May 4th. Email info@2ndpreslou.org or call 502-895-0346. \nThis is at Second Presbyterian Church.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/a-pollinator-banquet/
LOCATION:Second Presbyterian Church\, 3701 Old Brownsboro Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:The Secret Lives of Kentucky Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, May 9th \nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nCost: $15/members & $25/non-members \nWhere: Inside the Nature Center \nYou won’t want to miss this amazing program hosted by Brigette Brouillard\, Founder and Director of Second Chances Wildlife Center! During this program you will learn about animals you hear about but may not know about. Some truths may actually surprise you! What are these animals’ habits and where do they live? Are they good to have around? Have they always lived in Kentucky? Are there many of these animals? Can I keep one I find? Best of all Brigette is going to bring a couple of animals so you can get a firsthand look! \nLearn more about Second Chances Wildlife. \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/the-secret-lives-of-kentucky-wildlife/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260529T180000
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Ball
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 29\, 2026 – Cocktails at 6:00 p.m.\nTickets $200 per person \nCreasey Mahan Nature Preserve’s eighth annual Butterfly Ball\, presented by FBT Gibbons\, will be held on Friday\, May 29th. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. in the gorgeous Woodland Garden setting with open bars featuring specialty bourbons and signature drinks\, live music\, an exquisite farm-to-fork dinner by Volare\, fantastic auction items\, and a personalized butterfly experience. WAVE 3’s multiple Emmy-award winner\, Shannon Cogan\, will be our Host Extraordinaire\, accompanied by entertainer-auctioneers Kevin Harned and Bill Menish. Join us for this unforgettable evening! \nThis special gala brings together friends and neighbors with the inspiring purpose of renovating the 1828 barn into a Visitor Center\, grow Thrive Forest School scholarship funds for families in need\, and ensure free access to nature for all. \nJoin us for this unforgettable evening\, which many attendees claim is their favorite event of the year! \nTo become a sponsor\, email Tavia@KYNaturePreserve.org or call (502) 228-4362.
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/butterfly-ball-3-2/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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SUMMARY:Revive a Terrarium with Deirdre
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, July 11th\n\nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.\nCost: $30/members & $35/non-members\, fresh plants and supplies included \nWhere: Inside the Nature Center\n\nJoin terrarium expert Deirdre Barnett\, to revive a terrarium you have at home! She will help you bring it back to life\, and offer tips and tricks to care for the small plants. We will be providing fresh plants and supplies to give your terrarium a new start. Additional embellishments will be available during the class for an extra donation. \nFor those would like to make a brand new terrarium you may for an additional donation at the class. \n***REGISTER BELOW***
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/revive-a-terrarium-with-deirdre/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20261004T150000
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SUMMARY:20th Annual Haunted Hike
DESCRIPTION:When: Sunday\, October 4; the rain date is Sunday\, Oct. 11 \nTime: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. \nWhere: Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve \nPRE-EVENT DAY TICKETS: $8 per person\, children 2 and under are free (with a small processing fee); cash and credit cards accepted \nEVENT DAY TICKETS: $10 per person\, children 2 and under are free (with a small processing fee); cash and credit cards accepted \nThe Haunted Hike is our most popular event of the year and is fabulous fun for everyone in your family! This is a great day to debut Halloween costumes\, collect A LOT of candy\, and have a blast of a time in a beautiful setting. Every ticket to this fundraiser helps support Creasey Mahan. \nAdmission covers: \n\nEntry to the Fairy Tale Trail with 18 treat stations\, including Rapunzel’s Castle\, Mother Goose\, Gingerbread House\, and Jack and the Beanstalk!\nFace painting by Kid Canvas\, sponsored by Ken & Nancy Dahlgren\nInflatable Party Zones (NEW-no separate fee)\nHarvest Hay Sculptures by Artist Jean Smith\nBrowse the goodies (more candy) at the booths\n\nFood trucks will offer delicious food and beverages\, available for purchase. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION\nSPONSOR A TREAT STATION ON THE FAIRY TALE TRAIL
URL:https://creaseymahannaturepreserve.org/event/20th-annual-haunted-hike/
LOCATION:Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve\, 12501 Harmony Landing Road\, Goshen\, KY\, 40026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20261205T120000
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SUMMARY:Nature of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, December 5\, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.; the ice date is Sunday\, Dec. 13 \nWhere: Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve \nCost: FREE\, Donations encouraged \nThe City of Goshen\, Prospect / Goshen Rotary\, and Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve present this FREE community event to put you and your loved ones in the holiday spirit. Let’s have a jolly good time! \nHint: Get in line early to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus\, who will be handing out goody bags to the first 200 children! \nEVENT HIGHLIGHTS \n\nComplimentary food and beverages: hot dogs\, chili\, s’mores by the fire\, hot chocolate\, popcorn\, and delicious desserts.\n\n\nVisit with Santa & Mrs. Claus for photos and to receive goody bags!\n\n\nComplimentary face painting by Kid Canvas and Amy Parks\, sponsored by Chantel Treadway from RE/MAX.\n\n\nGift booths to purchase gifts and stocking stuffers!\n\n\nLive music with NOHS Carolers and guitarist Brian Davino.\n\n\nGet great deals on silent auction items that make great gifts\, too.\nMake fun holiday crafts\, sponsored by the Oldham County Public Library.\n\nSCHEDULE \n12:00 – Hot dogs\, chili\, and desserts will be served in the Field House; visit the City of Goshen booth for popcorn; and make your own s’mores at our fire pit. \nCarolers from North Oldham High School will serenade you inside the tent as you browse the gift booths and silent auction tables. \nVisit the Nature Center for kids crafts and face painting\, along with live music with guitarist Brian Davino. \n1:30 – Santa & Mrs. Claus (and their elves) arrive for photos and gift bag giveaways inside the Nature Center.
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