Programs & Downloads

Bee smart and catch the buzz! Now you can register for Holliday Park programs 24/7 from the convenience of your home at Indy Parks Online Registation. Sign up today!

Think summer!

Find out about great warm-weather fun to come in our 2010 Nature Discovery Camps brochure (PDF, 267 KB). All camps are filled but we do take waitlists! Call (317) 327-7180 or come to the Nature Center.

Summer Concerts

Check out our Summer Concert (and movie) Series Schedule.

July 2010

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Labor and Learn Garden Workshops

Join a team of dedicated volunteers and skilled horticulturist Chris Turner as they work to maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park. In each two-hour session, Chris will spend 30 minutes addressing a different garden topic. The remainder of the time will be spent working in the gardens. Refreshments and tools provided, rain or shine.

Friday, July 2
9-11 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Oil Paintings by Katy McMurray

Visit the nature center and enjoy the ongoing display of beautiful nature subjects by painter Katy McMurray.

Daily, July 6 though Aug. 28
Nature center is open Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Wednesday, July 7
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Summer Concert Series

Sponsored by Friends of Holliday Park and Indy Parks.

Thursday, July 8: Circle City Bluegrass Band, bluegrass
7 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Natural History Book Club

Bookstores have natural history books galore with authors from Rachel Carson to Aldo Leopold. This monthly program offers a chance to learn about nature through the words of nature writers.

Friday, July 9, Summer World, by Bernd Heinrich
10-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required

Indiana Daylily-Iris Society

IDIS is dedicated to the promotion of daylilies and iris and presents exciting programs, shows and sales that are open to the public. Visit www.indianadaylilyirissociety.org.

Daylily Show, Saturday, July 10
1-4 p.m.
Free! No registration required

Naturalist on the Loose

Join a naturalist as we leave the nature center behind and embark on an exciting adventure! There’s no telling what discoveries might be waiting around each bend in the trail. No registration required, just meet your guide under the gazebo at the Holliday Park playground.

Sunday, July 11
2-3 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Volunteer Naturalist Training

If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity and enjoy sharing your love of the outdoors with others, then this is the place for you. Our volunteer naturalist program is designed to prepare volunteers who are interested in helping lead groups of children during our Environmental EdVenture field trips. Each monthly program focuses on natural history, teaching techniques and ways to inspire children in nature.

Wednesday, July 14
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Labor and Learn Garden Workshops

Join a team of dedicated volunteers and skilled horticulturist Chris Turner as they work to maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park. In each two-hour session, Chris will spend 30 minutes addressing a different garden topic. The remainder of the time will be spent working in the gardens. Refreshments and tools provided, rain or shine.

Friday, July 16
9-11 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Family Friday Nights

Tired of spending Friday night in front of the TV? Come out to Holliday Park to share in an adventure that is fun for the whole family. We will start with time around the campfire and focus on the topic of the evening. Roasting sticks and s’mores will be provided and you are welcome to bring hot dogs and make a meal of it!

Friday, July 16: Dusk Walk
6:30-8 p.m.
$5/person, registration required

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Saturday, July 17
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Movie in the Park: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Sponsored by Friends of Holliday Park and Indy Parks.

Saturday, July 17
Dusk
Free! No registration required!

Meet the Nature Center Animals

Get up close and personal with the animals who call the nature center home. We’ll learn about what makes each animal unique, as well as how our naturalists keep them happy and healthy.

Sunday, July 18
2-3 p.m.
$5/person, registration required

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Wednesday, July 21
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Summer Concert Series

Sponsored by Friends of Holliday Park and Indy Parks.

Thursday, July 22: Convergence, jazz
7 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daylily-Iris Society

IDIS is dedicated to the promotion of daylilies and iris and presents exciting programs, shows and sales that are open to the public. Visit www.indianadaylilyirissociety.org.

Iris Sale, Saturday, July 24
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free! No registration required

Indiana Daffodil Society Program

See the newest styles of daffodils, choose daffodils from a catalog, and learn how to extend your blooming season. Members of IDS will have many varieties of daffodils available for purchase during sales.

Daffodil Sale, Saturday, July 24
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daffodil Society Program

See the newest styles of daffodils, choose daffodils from a catalog, and learn how to extend your blooming season. Members of IDS will have many varieties of daffodils available for purchase during sales.

Daffodil Sale, Sunday, July 25
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daylily-Iris Society

IDIS is dedicated to the promotion of daylilies and iris and presents exciting programs, shows and sales that are open to the public. Visit www.indianadaylilyirissociety.org.

Iris Sale, Sunday, July 25
12-4 p.m.
Free! No registration required

Labor and Learn Garden Workshops

Join a team of dedicated volunteers and skilled horticulturist Chris Turner as they work to maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park. In each two-hour session, Chris will spend 30 minutes addressing a different garden topic. The remainder of the time will be spent working in the gardens. Refreshments and tools provided, rain or shine.

Friday, July 30
9-11 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Saturday, July 31
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

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August 2010

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Family Creek Stomping

The woods of Holliday Park are home to wetlands, ponds, and seeps that are teeming with plants and wildlife. Come join us as we get down and dirty discovering all the unique creatures that love these soggy, sloppy, wet places. Dress for the weather and wear old shoes and clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy!

Sunday, Aug. 1
2-3 p.m.
$5/person, registration required

Indiana Daylily-Iris Society

IDIS is dedicated to the promotion of daylilies and iris and presents exciting programs, shows and sales that are open to the public. Visit www.indianadaylilyirissociety.org.

Tuesday, Aug. 3
7-9 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Wednesday, Aug. 4
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Summer Concert Series

Sponsored by Friends of Holliday Park and Indy Parks.

Thursday, Aug. 5: Living Proof, Motown and R&B
7 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Naturalist on the Loose

Join a naturalist as we leave the nature center behind and embark on an exciting adventure! There’s no telling what discoveries might be waiting around each bend in the trail. No registration required, just meet your guide under the gazebo at the Holliday Park playground.

Sunday, Aug. 8
2-3 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Volunteer Naturalist Training

If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity and enjoy sharing your love of the outdoors with others, then this is the place for you. Our volunteer naturalist program is designed to prepare volunteers who are interested in helping lead groups of children during our Environmental EdVenture field trips. Each monthly program focuses on natural history, teaching techniques and ways to inspire children in nature.

Wednesday, Aug. 11
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Labor and Learn Garden Workshops

Join a team of dedicated volunteers and skilled horticulturist Chris Turner as they work to maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park. In each two-hour session, Chris will spend 30 minutes addressing a different garden topic. The remainder of the time will be spent working in the gardens. Refreshments and tools provided, rain or shine.

Friday, Aug. 13
9-11 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Natural History Book Club

Bookstores have natural history books galore with authors from Rachel Carson to Aldo Leopold. This monthly program offers a chance to learn about nature through the words of nature writers.

Friday, Aug. 13, Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, by Annie Dillard
10-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required

Outdoor Adventure: Brown County Overnight

A weekend trip to Brown County couldn’t be easier! Your naturalist guides will take care of transportation, meals and lodging. We will leave Saturday morning and enjoy a fun-filled day of guided hikes through the rolling hills of Brown County State Park. After checking into the Abe Martin Lodge, you will be treated to a buffet dinner and relaxing evening. Wake up Sunday with an optional bird hike or leisurely morning stroll before a hearty breakfast and the trip back home. Registration deadline is July 12.

Saturday to Sunday, Aug. 14-15
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
$165/person for double occupancy, $215/single occupancy, registration required by July 12

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Saturday, Aug. 14
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Wednesday, Aug. 18
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daylily-Iris Society

IDIS is dedicated to the promotion of daylilies and iris and presents exciting programs, shows and sales that are open to the public. Visit www.indianadaylilyirissociety.org.

Daylily Sale, Saturday, Aug. 21
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daffodil Society Program

See the newest styles of daffodils, choose daffodils from a catalog, and learn how to extend your blooming season. Members of IDS will have many varieties of daffodils available for purchase during sales.

Daffodil Sale, Saturday, Aug. 21
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daffodil Society Program

See the newest styles of daffodils, choose daffodils from a catalog, and learn how to extend your blooming season. Members of IDS will have many varieties of daffodils available for purchase during sales.

Daffodil Sale, Sunday, Aug. 22
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daylily-Iris Society

IDIS is dedicated to the promotion of daylilies and iris and presents exciting programs, shows and sales that are open to the public. Visit www.indianadaylilyirissociety.org.

Daylily Sale, Sunday, Aug. 22
12-4 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

Labor and Learn Garden Workshops

Join a team of dedicated volunteers and skilled horticulturist Chris Turner as they work to maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park. In each two-hour session, Chris will spend 30 minutes addressing a different garden topic. The remainder of the time will be spent working in the gardens. Refreshments and tools provided, rain or shine.

Friday, Aug. 27
9-11 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Family Friday Nights

Tired of spending Friday night in front of the TV? Come out to Holliday Park to share in an adventure that is fun for the whole family. We will start with time around the campfire and focus on the topic of the evening. Roasting sticks and s’mores will be provided and you are welcome to bring hot dogs and make a meal of it!

Friday, Aug. 27: Nature Stories
6:30-8 p.m.
$5/person, registration required

Holliday Park Garden Work Days

The diverse landscaping and gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty no matter what the season. Here’s your chance to become a steward of these beautiful grounds. Whether you are looking to fulfill Master Gardener requirements, or just want to give something back to the park, everyone is welcome. Tools and refreshments are provided.

Saturday, Aug. 28
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Free! No registration required!

Indiana Daffodil Society Program

See the newest styles of daffodils, choose daffodils from a catalog, and learn how to extend your blooming season. Members of IDS will have many varieties of daffodils available for purchase during sales.

Saturday, Aug. 28
1-2 p.m.
Free! No registration required!

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