The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams will be hosting a Restoring Pollinator Pathways event from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 11. Photo provided by The Lilly Center.

News Release

WINONA LAKE — The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams will host five new events this spring, including a family-friendly critter encounter, a women’s agriculture event and a modern gardening workshop.

Each event is free to attend, but spots are limited. A full list of events and event details can be found on the Lilly Center’s website: lakes.grace.edu/events.

Critter Encounter: Winter Edition

Learn about the amazing things animals do to survive Indiana winters from Lilly Center scientists! Your family will have a chance to go behind the scenes of the Lilly Center’s fish lab and learn more interesting facts about how Indiana’s critters survive winter. Stations also include a craft and critter game.

This event will be held at 9:30-11 a.m. Jan. 28. Snacks are provided, so reserve your spot today at critterencounterwinter23.eventbrite.com.

Restoring Pollinator Pathways

Stormwater coordinator Alicia Symons will share simple steps you can take to restore pollinator habitats in your backyard. As part of this event, you will make a rogue bee hotel to take home.

Restoring Pollinator Pathways will take place at 9:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 11. Reserve your spot for this free event at pollinatorpathways23.eventbrite.com.

Modern Gardening: Covers, Companion, Flips

Step into the future of your garden and learn the benefits of these modern gardening techniques. You’ll hear from Jeff and Zack Hawkins of Hawkins Family Farm and Terris Theisen, director of Local Food Coordination and Outreach. Kosciusko County Soil & Water Conservation District is partnering with The Lilly Center for this event.

This event will be held from 6-8 p.m. Feb. 23. Reserve your spot for this free event: moderngardening23.eventbrite.com.

Women Growing Their Futures

Gather with other women with a passion for gardening, agriculture or horticulture. Hear from Susan Greutman, an organic urban farmer and homesteader from South Bend. All skill levels are welcome.

Women Growing Their Futures will be held from 10-11:30 a.m. March 18. Brunch is provided so reserve your spot today by visiting womengrowingfutures23.eventbrite.com.

Behind the Scenes: KC Recycling Depot Tour

Spring cleaning is right around the corner! Get a close-up view of recycling and processing operations. You will learn about the items they accept and helpful tips for cleaning out your home or garage this year. After your tour, you’ll have a chance to make an art project with reused paint.

This recycling tour will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. April 15. This family-friendly event is free. Register at kcrecyclingtour23.eventbrite.com.