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# September 20, 2026
- URL: https://www.andersonmillna.org/september-20-2026/
- Published: 2026-09-21T01:12:36.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-21T01:12:36.000Z
- Author: GNOME Society aka Anderson Mill Neighborhood Association

After the second-longest streak of 100-degree days in Austin history (20 scorchers from August 15th - September 3rd) it looks like we're finally getting a break from the triple digits! 

This is the perfect time to feature our newest event - the GNOME Society Nature Festival! 

[![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/ff/78/ff78ae6d-f776-48ad-861d-d347daba6ad7/content/images/2026/09/Roots-and-Wings-Example-Banner--1--1.jpg)](https://www.andersonmillna.org/gnome-society-nature-festival/)

Banner for the GNOME Society Nature Festival, October 24th

### 🌲GNOME Society Nature Festival

🗓️October 24th, 2026

🕙10am - 2pm

📍[Harper Park, 11040 Lake Creek Parkway](https://maps.app.goo.gl/u5hEnXvSTPAMiojk9?ref=andersonmillna.org)

The GNOME Society (also known as the Anderson Mill Neighborhood Association) in conjunction with [Roots and Wings Festival Austin ](https://www.rootsandwingsfest.com/?ref=andersonmillna.org)are hosting the first GNOME Society Nature Festival on Saturday, October 24th, starting at 10am.

🛻One of the most exciting reasons to attend is to pick up your [Native Pollinator Garden Kits!](https://www.andersonmillna.org/native-pollinator-garden-kits/) These kits are comprised of 24 plants in 1.5-inch pots that will bloom into essential and beautiful plants for bees, butterflies, and birds. Each kit is only $39, and the first 24 will come with a FREE Mountain Laurel! [Learn more about what plants are in the kit and how to order here](https://www.andersonmillna.org/native-pollinator-garden-kits/).

📋While we invite the entire neighborhood to attend the festival and learn, seating space inside the Pavilion may be limited for certain lectures and workshops, like "*Composting Made Easy: From Kitchen Scraps to Garden Gold*" by zero waste educator Noelle Bugaj. [To make sure your seat is saved, please RSVP to the activities you are interested in!](https://www.andersonmillna.org/gnome-society-nature-festival/#rsvp)

🧭We'll also have [plenty of activities ongoing](https://www.andersonmillna.org/gnome-society-nature-festival/#activities-for-families-and-kids), including a Nature Scavenger hunt with prizes from [Gelatoro Gelato Shop](https://gelatoro.com/?ref=andersonmillna.org)!

[![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/ff/78/ff78ae6d-f776-48ad-861d-d347daba6ad7/content/images/2026/09/Gelatoro_Logo_AC.jpg)](https://gelatoro.com/?ref=andersonmillna.org)

Gelatoro, proud sponsor of GNOME Society Nature Festival

🏠Do you use the [Nextdoor](https://nextdoor.com/?ref=andersonmillna.org) App? [RSVP to the GNOME Society Nature Festival on Nextdoor ](https://nextdoor.com/p/Z77Z8FnGmkt3?utm%5Fsource=share&extras=MTUzNjU0MTIz&utm%5Fcampaign=1789934025440&share%5Faction%5Fid=66107068-7438-4c67-aaa8-9ba320323cf1)and join the conversation as we continue updating with new vendors and experiences!

👑Create your own nature-inspired crown using preserved leaves from a variety of tree species. It's a perfect activity for kids and adults alike to learn more about local trees and how to identify them by their leaves and bark!

> We hope to see you at Harper Park on October 24th at 10am to celebrate nature with your neighbors!