π¦ Living Prairie Museum Monarch Festival - A Celebration of Wings
π Date: Sunday, July 27 | 10AM-4PM π Location: 2795 Ness Ave, Winnipeg (Free parking) πΏ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS π¦ Monarch Meet & Greet Hold live butterflies (10:30AM-2:30PM in shifts) Expert tips on creating butterfly-friendly gardens π± Milkweed Giveaway Take home 3 native plants per family (while supplies last) Why milkweed? It's the only plant monarch caterpillars eat! πΆββοΈ Guided Prairie Walks 45-minute tours at 11AM/1PM/3PM Spot wildflowers, bees, and nesting birds π¨ Kids' Zone Butterfly wing photo booth Seed bomb making ($2 donation) Face painting (11AM-3PM) ποΈ Prairie Plant Sale 100% native species - drought-resistant! Proceeds support conservation π AFTER-PARTY AT DREAMLAND DINER π 2 Portage Ave (3-min drive) 1950s jukebox & soda fountain vibe Must-try: π "Elvis Burger" (peanut butter + banana) π₯§ Daily pie specials π« Thick chocolate milkshakes π‘ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Bring: Water bottle, sunhat, camera Leave: Pets (service animals only) Accessibility: Paved trails for strollers/wheelchairs "Where science meets wonder - the perfect summer outing!" #WinnipegSummer #NatureEducation #SaveTheMonarchs