Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden in Portland is nominated for Newsweek's 'Best Botanical Garden' in the 2024 awards, against major U.S. contenders.

The Green Macomb Tree and Plant Sale offers a variety of trees, including conifers, deciduous, and fruit-bearing trees, for local gardeners until April 5.

St. Louis Park officials announce "Walk the Park," a community walking event on Feb. 10, offering 1 – 2-mile treks indoors or on trails, depending on the weather.

SeaWorld San Antonio is hosting a job fair to fill various positions, offering benefits like free admission and tuition reimbursement. The event is scheduled for three days this week.

San Francisco officials broke ground on the new $59 million Gene Friend Recreation Center, which will feature expanded facilities and is set to open by mid-2026.

Lookout Ridge indoor playground in Woodbury is set to be remodeled, with farewell events scheduled before closing on Feb. 29, for renovations starting March 1.

Central Park in New York will undergo major renovations starting soon, with closures of various park sections, including the indoor playground and county offices. The park is set to reopen in fall 2025.

The Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center in Allen offers a range of amenities, including a fitness floor and an indoor playground, since its opening on January 13, 2024.

San Antonio is preparing for its 29th Basura Bash to clean local waterways, with River Aid San Antonio leading the event and planning further environmental initiatives.

Chicago celebrates St. Patrick's Day by dyeing the river green, a 63-year tradition carried out by the Journeymen Plumbers Local 130 using environmentally safe dye.

A study from Aarhus University suggests feral hogs in Texas may not be more harmful to plant life than native species, challenging the belief that they are an ecological disaster.

Nearly 1,300 acres in San Diego County intended for a housing project have been conserved, preventing development and preserving habitat for species like the Quino checkerspot butterfly.

The Dallas Arboretum is preparing for its annual Dallas Blooms festival, featuring over 500,000 flowers, including 350,000 tulips, various activities, and culinary events.