Join Keep Omaha Beautiful for a hands-on workshop where science meets creativity! At “Green-gineering: Build a Sponge City,” dive into the fascinating world of biomimicry—the science of learning from nature to solve human challenges. Explore how plants, soil, and natural landscapes work to manage water in smart and sustainable ways. You’ll see how we can mimic these systems in our own cities through green infrastructure.
The highlight of the workshop is building your own “sponge city!” Use sponge pieces, craft materials, and your imagination to design and construct model cities. Through playful experimentation, learn how features like green roofs, rain gardens, and permeable pavements can help reduce flooding, limit water pollution, and protect our environment.
Curious minds of all ages will enjoy blending fun, STEM-based learning with real-world environmental problem-solving. Come get creative and be inspired by the power of nature!
There will be TWO Sessions for this activity: 11-11:45am // 1-1:45pm
About Keep Omaha Beautiful
As one of the oldest environmental nonprofits in Nebraska, Keep Omaha Beautiful inspires community members of all ages to engage in sustainability efforts throughout our city. Keep Omaha Beautiful offers environmental education and volunteer opportunities, plants trees in public spaces, and shares resources to help reduce waste and prevent pollution. Each year, thousands of Omaha youth and adults benefit from these efforts that contribute to a healthy, urban ecosystem.
Who: Everyone
Where: 345 Riverfront Drive
When: June 6: TWO Sessions: 11-11:45am // 1-1:45pm
Cost: Event is included with any daily admission ticket.
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