Planning is underway for the 2011 Street Fair so mark your calendar for September 24. Changes made last year were a big hit and will be continued this year – two entertainment stages, expanded hours, more activities and a street dance. Kicking things off, as always, is the ever-popular parade. Then head on down to the Museum for more fun, food, and festivities. Back for an encore is the Army National Guard’s climbing wall, inflatables and the Corner Pantry. New this year is a mini golf course run by the Friends of the Museum.

Ever seen the Badlands or taken in a little African safari history? How about toured through some ghostly mansions, spent time at Z-bar Ranch, or viewed the splendor of the wetlands? Believe it or not, these are all right here in the State of Kansas. Whether you’re new to the area or a longtime resident, many of us have only seen parts of this great state. If that’s the case, we have the remedy.

If you’re going to pull off the highway to see an attraction – it might as well be the world’s largest, right? Join Erika Nelson as she explores the world of roadside attractions – the Kansas edition. How did the culture of world’s largest things develop and what does it mean? You might also learn about a few places you’d like to visit.

Celebrate Kansas in the pages of this incredible new book from Marci Penner. The images pull you in. Colors tantalize and intoxicate. Lines soar with grace and strength. Movement so true you can feel the breeze coming off the page. Words tease and tempt you to experience Kansas on a deeper level. Join Marci as she leads you on a journey to that deeper level, with a presentation on her new book, 8 wonders of Kansas! Guidebook. She’ll discuss the making of the book, as well as the unforgettable people and places that inhabit its pages.

Caterpillar Club Camp-Gardening A-Z Ages 4 & 5. Members $25 per day or $110 per week/non-members $28 per day or $125 per week. Call 636-4126 to register.

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Pre-K through 1st Grade) or 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (ages 7 and up.) Plant your feet and get grounded in the grass! Each day, students will enjoy a discovery walk in the garden, where they will learn diff erent yoga poses and participate in related nature crafts and fun activities. The camp is led by local yogi Desiree Vickrey-Needham. Day 1:Getting Grounded. Day 2:Grow with the Flow. Day 3:Planted Seeds Blooming. Day 4:Grounded Games. Day 5:Grounded Bandana Celebration. NAMASTE, NAMASTE, YAY!!

Join us for a delicious picnic, crafts, and activities. Every child receives a plush friend to build and bring to “life”. Bring your old teddy bears to Clara “Bear”ton for a check-up, explore the bear cave, plant teddy bear sunflowers, and more! Bring your blanket and stuffed friends for an enchanting afternoon in the Garden. Kids (of all ages) $20 for MBG members /$24 for non-members, includes lunch and plush animal to build. Optional bear clothing: $10 Adult admission (includes lunch only) $10 for MBG members/$12 for non-members. Call 636-4131 for reservations.

Caterpiller Club Camp - Going Buggy Ages 4 & 5. Members $25 per day or $110 per week/non-members $28 per day or $125 per week.

Every Monday, June through August, join us on the Little Garden Patio and use our dishes, spoons, and nature's decorations to "bake" your own cake creations. Drop-in activity; free with garden admission. Sponsored by Allied Waste Services. Call 636-4126 for information.

Fridays in June, visit our new Wizard’s Garden in My Big Backyard for magical nature activities and snacks. Drop-in activities, no reservations needed. Fun for kids ages 4-10 years old.