Hermann Park Conservancy

Thank you to all the incredible volunteers who have joined us in our storm cleanup efforts! 💚 Hurricane Beryl severely impacted the Park, leaving many fallen trees and debris in its wake. More than 700 volunteer hours have been logged since the storm, which has made a huge difference in restoring the Park! If you would like to be part of the Park's recovery journey, join us at this week's volunteer sessions or email [email protected] to find more ways you can help. Friday, July 26 & Saturday, July 27 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Volunteers will help Conservancy staff throughout the Heart of the Park, which includes the Lake Picnic area and the PNC ImagiNature Playground. Meet at the Pedal Boat kiosk in Lake Plaza (6102 Hermann Park Drive) to receive instruction and supplies from the staff. Parking is available in Lots E, F or G near the Houston Zoo.

The Conservancy continues to encourage volunteers to join in our Hurricane Beryl cleanup efforts in the Park. Friday, July 19 & Saturday, July 20 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Volunteers will help Conservancy staff throughout the Heart of the Park, which includes the Lake Picnic area and the PNC ImagiNature Playground. Meet at the Pedal Boat kiosk in Lake Plaza (6102 Hermann Park Drive) to receive instruction and supplies from the staff. Parking is available in Lots E, F or G near the Houston Zoo. If you are interested in helping the Park's recovery, please email [email protected].

The Conservancy is immensely grateful to all the volunteers who joined us in the Park last week! We appreciate everyone who has spent time here following the storm, whether that was assisting in the clean-up or simply visiting the Park for a moment of peace and joy. 💚 If you would like to help us in our continued Hurricane Beryl recovery efforts, below is a list of our volunteer sessions this week focusing on Park clean-up. Tuesday, July 16 & Wednesday, July 17 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Volunteers will help Conservancy staff along the Greenway Trail. Parking is available in Lot I, next to Lott Hall (6201 Hermann Park Drive), and volunteers will check in at the Conservancy tent where they will receive supplies and instructions. Thursday, July 18 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Volunteers will assist with clean-up in the Japanese Garden. Parking is available in Lot A, just off the Sam Houston Monument roundabout, and volunteers can follow the volunteer signs to meet at the metal service gate. Saturday, July 20 & Sunday, July 21: Volunteer sessions for the weekend will be announced on the Conservancy website and social media channels once finalized later this week. If interested in joining us in the Park, please email [email protected].

The Conservancy's regularly scheduled weekend volunteer sessions will continue as planned on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14. Volunteers will help with debris clean-up from Hurricane Beryl in the most impacted areas of the Park. On Saturday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., volunteers will work throughout the Heart of the Park after meeting at the Pedal Boat kiosk in Lake Plaza (6102 Hermann Park Drive). Parking is available in Lots E, F or G near the Houston Zoo. On Sunday, July 14, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., volunteers will focus on the Commons. We recommend parking in Lot A (near the Japanese Garden) or Lot S (near Palmer Episcopal Church), but parking is also available in Lots E, F, G or H near the Zoo. The group will meet at the Wortham Pavilion (6001 Fannin Street). If you are interested in helping out in the Park, email [email protected].

Meet Eila, a student at Stephen F. Austin State University, who will be making a difference at Hermann Park with the Conservancy this summer. We are grateful to have Eila as part of the ExxonMobil Foundation Community Summer Jobs Program! #ExxonMobilGiving #CSJPHouston

The Conservancy's Job Shadow Program allows students (ages 15-17) the opportunity to observe and participate in a variety of work-related activities. From July 11 to August 3, the Job Shadow Program enhances student understanding of careers in conservation and provides them with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals. Join us on Saturday, June 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Wortham Pavilion in the Commons for an overview and orientation session for parents and teens to learn more about the program. Learn more about the Job Shadow program at hermannpark.org/volunteer or visit https://lnkd.in/gQ78W3zZ to learn more about the orientation event.

Thank you to everyone who made the Urban Green Gardens & Goblets fundraiser event a success! 💐🍹 195 tickets sold, 11 bars and restaurants serving up cocktails and mocktails, and more then $11K raised - it all made for a wonderful afternoon in support of the care of Hermann Park! Don't miss out on future Urban Green events! Become a member of the young professionals group at hermannpark.org/urbangreen. And a big thank you to all of our event supporters for their generosity! 💚 Bayou Heights Bier Garten | Grand Prize | Guard & Grace | Heights Bier Garten | Hidden Bar | Loch Bar | Reset | The Lymbar | Wild | Wooster's Garden | Zanti | Tacodeli | Insomnia Cookies | Southern Glazer's | Andalusia Whiskey | Pinky Promise Photography | Motiv Fitness | Dandelion Cafe | Puttshack | Houston Museum of Natural Science | Believe in Dog | Houston Zoo | Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Camp Aspen | Rooftop Cinema Club | Drea Gonz Photography | Black Swan Yoga | GATR Coolers 📷: j.vince photography

Check out some of Houston’s favorite bars and restaurants at the Urban Green Gardens & Goblets fundraiser event! 💐🍹 On Saturday, June 8, bartenders from favorite spots across the city will come to the McGovern Centennial Gardens to compete in a cocktail and mocktail competition where attendees, plus a panel of VIP judges, will crown the winners. Purchase of a ticket grants you the following and more! Plus, all proceeds go towards the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park. 🍹 Cocktails and mocktails from the 11 participating bars and restaurants 🍷 Beer and wine offerings 🥤 Non-alcoholic options including soft drinks and sparkling waters 🌮 Tacos from Tacodeli 🍪 Treats from Insomnia Cookies 🎟️ Chances to win incredible raffle items 🎵 Entertainment and photo opportunities in the beautiful McGovern Centennial Gardens Thank you to all the Houston favorites that are participating! Get your ticket at https://lnkd.in/gsv_hRFY so you don’t miss out on this delightful garden day in support of the Park!

Looking for something fun and impactful to do this summer? 💚 Join us on Thursday, May 23, to learn more about available volunteer projects for teens, families, individuals and groups. We welcome you to stop by this open house from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Wortham Pavilion in the Commons and see how you can help the Park! To learn more, email [email protected].

Happy National Volunteer Week! Thank you to all the volunteers who have joined us to make an impact in Hermann Park and help keep it the amazing space that millions enjoy! 🌳🍂 Did you know that our volunteers put in approximately 21,000 hours a year towards Park maintenance and beautification? Corporate groups, students, retirees and more - if you are interested in finding a way to give back in your community, visit hermannpark.org/volunteer to learn more!