It's Monday, June 29. As part of the Jackson Purchase Foundation's Summer Conservation Series, the Murray State University Arboretum hosts a Back Yard Conservation Workshop this Friday from 9 to noon. The event includes discussions and demonstrations about gardening, composting, recycling, plants, erosion, storm water management, and more. Pre-register for the free class at jpf.org.
The Nature Station at Land Between the Lakes hosts a morning nature hike tomorrow from 11 to noon. The 1-mile hike travels through the woods, along a field's edge, and to the lakeshore in search of native tree species and signs of wildlife. The program will be held weather permitting. Details at landbetweenthelakes.us.
The American Red Cross holds a blood drive this Thursday from noon to 6 at Bardwell First Christian Church, located at Elm and HWY 51 South in Bardwell. Donors must be at least 17, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. Schedule an appointment at redcrossblood.org.
