Hermann Park Conservancy

The Conservancy's regularly scheduled weekend volunteer sessions will continue as planned on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14. Volunteers will help with debris clean-up from Hurricane Beryl in the most impacted areas of the Park. On Saturday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., volunteers will work throughout the Heart of the Park after meeting at the Pedal Boat kiosk in Lake Plaza (6102 Hermann Park Drive). Parking is available in Lots E, F or G near the Houston Zoo. On Sunday, July 14, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., volunteers will focus on the Commons. We recommend parking in Lot A (near the Japanese Garden) or Lot S (near Palmer Episcopal Church), but parking is also available in Lots E, F, G or H near the Zoo. The group will meet at the Wortham Pavilion (6001 Fannin Street). If you are interested in helping out in the Park, email volunteer@hermannpark.org.

Meet Eila, a student at Stephen F. Austin State University, who will be making a difference at Hermann Park with the Conservancy this summer. We are grateful to have Eila as part of the ExxonMobil Foundation Community Summer Jobs Program! #ExxonMobilGiving #CSJPHouston

The Conservancy's Job Shadow Program allows students (ages 15-17) the opportunity to observe and participate in a variety of work-related activities. From July 11 to August 3, the Job Shadow Program enhances student understanding of careers in conservation and provides them with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals. Join us on Saturday, June 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Wortham Pavilion in the Commons for an overview and orientation session for parents and teens to learn more about the program. Learn more about the Job Shadow program at hermannpark.org/volunteer or visit https://lnkd.in/gQ78W3zZ to learn more about the orientation event.

Thank you to everyone who made the Urban Green Gardens & Goblets fundraiser event a success! 💐🍹 195 tickets sold, 11 bars and restaurants serving up cocktails and mocktails, and more then $11K raised - it all made for a wonderful afternoon in support of the care of Hermann Park! Don't miss out on future Urban Green events! Become a member of the young professionals group at hermannpark.org/urbangreen. And a big thank you to all of our event supporters for their generosity! 💚 Bayou Heights Bier Garten | Grand Prize | Guard & Grace | Heights Bier Garten | Hidden Bar | Loch Bar | Reset | The Lymbar | Wild | Wooster's Garden | Zanti | Tacodeli | Insomnia Cookies | Southern Glazer's | Andalusia Whiskey | Pinky Promise Photography | Motiv Fitness | Dandelion Cafe | Puttshack | Houston Museum of Natural Science | Believe in Dog | Houston Zoo | Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Camp Aspen | Rooftop Cinema Club | Drea Gonz Photography | Black Swan Yoga | GATR Coolers 📷: j.vince photography

Check out some of Houston’s favorite bars and restaurants at the Urban Green Gardens & Goblets fundraiser event! 💐🍹 On Saturday, June 8, bartenders from favorite spots across the city will come to the McGovern Centennial Gardens to compete in a cocktail and mocktail competition where attendees, plus a panel of VIP judges, will crown the winners. Purchase of a ticket grants you the following and more! Plus, all proceeds go towards the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park. 🍹 Cocktails and mocktails from the 11 participating bars and restaurants 🍷 Beer and wine offerings 🥤 Non-alcoholic options including soft drinks and sparkling waters 🌮 Tacos from Tacodeli 🍪 Treats from Insomnia Cookies 🎟️ Chances to win incredible raffle items 🎵 Entertainment and photo opportunities in the beautiful McGovern Centennial Gardens Thank you to all the Houston favorites that are participating! Get your ticket at https://lnkd.in/gsv_hRFY so you don’t miss out on this delightful garden day in support of the Park!

Looking for something fun and impactful to do this summer? 💚 Join us on Thursday, May 23, to learn more about available volunteer projects for teens, families, individuals and groups. We welcome you to stop by this open house from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Wortham Pavilion in the Commons and see how you can help the Park! To learn more, email volunteer@hermannpark.org.

Happy National Volunteer Week! Thank you to all the volunteers who have joined us to make an impact in Hermann Park and help keep it the amazing space that millions enjoy! 🌳🍂 Did you know that our volunteers put in approximately 21,000 hours a year towards Park maintenance and beautification? Corporate groups, students, retirees and more - if you are interested in finding a way to give back in your community, visit hermannpark.org/volunteer to learn more!

Urban Green invites you to attend its upcoming fundraiser event, Gardens & Goblets! 💐🍹 Enjoy a delightful summer garden affair in the McGovern Centennial Gardens that will showcase a patio cocktail and mocktail competition between leading restaurants and bars from across Houston, each with their own innovative concoction. A panel of VIP judges, plus attendees, will crown their favorites. The afternoon will also include light bites, music, photo opportunities and more! All proceeds go towards the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park. Purchase your ticket and learn more at https://lnkd.in/gsv_hRFY.

Check out the PNC Mobile Learning Adventure at the ImagiNature Playground at Hermann Park on Sunday, March 31! In partnership with Hermann Park Conservancy, this exhibit provides families an opportunity to learn about the importance of early childhood education while kids engage in fun activities. Learn more about this event at https://lnkd.in/gYpXujAX.

Thank you to Kirkland & Ellis for supporting our annual Kite Festival for the third year in a row! It is through the support of our sponsors, community partners and individual supporters that we are able to host this free, public event that brings families and the greater Houston community together to enjoy a very special day in Hermann Park. #HPCKiteFest 🪁 Thank you to the 40-plus community partners we have on board for this year’s Kite Festival! Check out the full list at hermannpark.org/kite. If interested in filling one of the few community partner spots still available, email community@hermannpark.org.