Lick Creek runs through Midtown encased in concrete, but it wasn`t always this way. You can see remnants of the creek`s history as a floodplain by walking through the Old Forest. Next week`s Third Thursday Trek, "Changing the Channel: Getting to Know Lick Creek," will take you through the history of this waterway, and even drop you down into the creek for a look around. Registration is open now at the link in our bio. ...

Got a curious kid who loves to explore? Join us next Saturday, August 22 for a student-centered program where we explore, play, and create in Overton Park! Suggested donation is $5, and registration is open now at the link in our bio. ...

☀️ Hey...it`s HOT. ☀️ Bring the kids to the Overton Park Greensward this Saturday from 10:00 to 2:00 for a cooldown! It`s our final Summer Splash of the season, and it`s absolutely free. Plus, we won`t tell anyone if you stand in the splash zone and get a little cool yourself! ...

Have you ever seen a butterfly emerge from its chrysalis? We were lucky enough to witness this beautiful event at the Overton Park pollinator garden recently, and today`s #NatureZen takes you through the critical period just after the butterfly breaks free. Check it out at the link in our bio or at overtonpark.org/naturezen. ...