About half of us feel anxious around snakes, with about 3% experiencing full-on ophidiophobia. (Even reading this blurb is giving Editor Kim Jones heart palpitations.) Maybe some of our fear is due to misconceptions about these radical reptiles. At this snake showcase, you can learn more about beneficial indigenous snakes and how they function in our ecosystem, and even meet some special slitherers courtesy of Tabitha Blewitt from Austin Reptile Service, who’ll safely introduce them to kids and grownups at this family-friendly event. Arriving early is encouraged for what the Natural Gardener says is a popular class. – Kat McNevins
