EarthMind – earthmindpractice.org

Sunday, May 17, 1-2:30 p.m.

FORAGING SPRING EDIBLES. Hickory Hill Park South Entrance, 1439 E. Bloomington St., Iowa City. Spring is bursting with edible treasures, from tender greens to delicate flowers. Join us to learn how to safely identify and harvest delicious wild plants, explore creative ways to use them, and maybe even take some home for supper. Price range: $5 to $25. Details and registration here.

Saturday, May 23, 2-3:30 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD FRUIT: SMART ORCHARD DESIGN. Jen’s Wellness Garden, 307 Morningside Drive, Iowa City. Join EarthMind and Iowa City neighbors in a yard featured in the book “Low-Maintenance Eco Gardens” and home to co-author Jen Kardos. We’ll explore how to thoughtfully integrate trees and shrubs into an already abundant space filled with fruit trees, berry bushes, vegetables, and herbs. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to: Choose the right location based on sunlight, soil, walkways, and spacing; protect plants from deer and rabbits; and avoid common placement mistakes that lead to crowding or extra work. This program is free and open to the public. Details and sign-up here.

Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.-noon

BACKYARD REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS. Glendale Park, 1250 E. Jefferson St., Iowa City. Iowa is home to remarkable reptiles and amphibians like gray tree frogs, northern leopard frogs, chorus frogs, painted turtles, snapping turtles, garter snakes, fox snakes, brown snakes, and even the striking five-lined skink. These creatures help control pests, balance ecosystems, and signal the health of our land – yet they often go unnoticed. During this hands-on class, led by Extant Relatives founder Melinda Licht, you’ll learn how to make your yard, patio, or neighborhood green space more welcoming to these wild neighbors. During the first half of the class we will meet Iowa’s common species and understand their needs; in the second half, we will create toad or frog houses to take home. Price range: $5 to $30. Details and registration here.

Sunday, May 17, 1-2:30 p.m.

FORAGING SPRING EDIBLES. Hickory Hill Park South Entrance, 1439 E. Bloomington St., Iowa City. Spring is bursting with edible treasures, from tender greens to delicate flowers. Join us to learn how to safely identify and harvest delicious wild plants, explore creative ways to use them, and maybe even take some home for supper. Price range: $5 to $25. Details and registration here.

Saturday, May 23, 2-3:30 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD FRUIT: SMART ORCHARD DESIGN. Jen’s Wellness Garden, 307 Morningside Drive, Iowa City. Join EarthMind and Iowa City neighbors in a yard featured in the book “Low-Maintenance Eco Gardens” and home to co-author Jen Kardos. We’ll explore how to thoughtfully integrate trees and shrubs into an already abundant space filled with fruit trees, berry bushes, vegetables, and herbs. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to: Choose the right location based on sunlight, soil, walkways, and spacing; protect plants from deer and rabbits; and avoid common placement mistakes that lead to crowding or extra work. This program is free and open to the public. Details and sign-up here.

Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.-noon

BACKYARD REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS. Glendale Park, 1250 E. Jefferson St., Iowa City. Iowa is home to remarkable reptiles and amphibians like gray tree frogs, northern leopard frogs, chorus frogs, painted turtles, snapping turtles, garter snakes, fox snakes, brown snakes, and even the striking five-lined skink. These creatures help control pests, balance ecosystems, and signal the health of our land – yet they often go unnoticed. During this hands-on class, led by Extant Relatives founder Melinda Licht, you’ll learn how to make your yard, patio, or neighborhood green space more welcoming to these wild neighbors. During the first half of the class we will meet Iowa’s common species and understand their needs; in the second half, we will create toad or frog houses to take home. Price range: $5 to $30. Details and registration here.

Iowa City Bird Club – iowacitybirdclub.org

Monday-Friday, through May 22, 6:30-8 a.m.

HICKORY HILL PARK WARBLER WALKS. North parking lot at 800 Conklin Lane, Iowa City. Start your weekdays watching warblers and other spring migrants in the park with a rotating crew of expert leaders. Details here.

Iowa River Landing – iowariverlanding.com/events

Wednesday, June 3, 4-7 p.m.

CORALVILLE FARMERS MARKET. Iowa River Landing, East Second Avenue, Coralville.The 2026 Coralville Farmers Market kicks off June 3 and runs every Wednesday night through August 5. Browse local vendors’ offerings of fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade goods while enjoying live music and the lively community atmosphere. At 5:30 p.m., take part in a free group walk, run, or bike ride through the area – a perfect way to get active, connect with others, and recharge in the middle of your week. Details here.