Upcoming Programs & Events

• Winter Hike Series - Meadow Ridge MetroPark

  January 24, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm

  Join us for the MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. Meadow Ridge MetroPark's trails wind through restored prairie and woodland, while winter wildlife may be spotted around the lakes and ponds. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available.

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• Rooted Living: Knitting

  January 24, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm

  Learn to knit with Mrs. Nancy Clark and get hands-on experience with basic knitting stitches to create your very own scarf. Program cost includes yarn, needles, and instruction. Ages 13+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult).

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• Rooted Living: Sourdough for Beginners

  January 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm

  This introductory class covers the fundamentals of sourdough bread making. Participants will learn how to feed and maintain a sourdough starter, understand the fermentation process, and practice basic techniques for mixing, shaping, and baking. The class is designed for those with little to no experience and aims to provide a solid foundation for baking sourdough at home. Ages 13+ (children under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult).

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• Winter Hike Series - Governor Bebb MetroPark

  January 31, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm

  Join us for the MetroParks of Butler County Winter Hike Series! This weekly hiking event will highlight the beauty of Butler County in winter by exploring a different park each week. This final week at Governor Bebb MetroPark will end at the cabins of the Pioneer Village, situated above the forested banks of Dry Fork Creek. These guided hikes will average about 3 miles and end with a hot beverage and a bowl of soup. Vegetarian option available.

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• Nature in a Blink: Salamander Migration (7:45 PM Time Slot)

  Feb 01, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 7:45pm - 9:15pm

  Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series in which MetroParks offers opportunities throughout the year to appreciate fleeting natural occurrences. The moment the ground begins to thaw, the salamanders of Indian Creek are ready to go! Join us during this special evening program to observe migration from forest to vernal pools where the salamanders can safely lay their eggs. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Once the migration has been confirmed, pre-registered participants will be notified the night before or morning of the program and have until 2:00 pm that day to confirm registration. All spaces not claimed by 2:00 pm will be offered to those on the waiting list. There will be three time slots on the day of the program; this pages is for the 7:45 pm time slot. Please only register for one time!

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