Through Oct. 3
 “Jurassic Bugs” exhibit. Thirty-inch dragonflies, foot-long cockroaches and a 10-foot sea scorpion are among the models joining a host of crawling, flying and nesting living creatures on display. Learn more.
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Oct. 1 through 31
 October Owls and Orchids. The Butterfly House is expanding its collection of owl butterflies from 150 to almost 2,000 all month long! Visit the 8,000-square-foot Tropical Conservatory for an up-close look at hundreds of the animals roosting on fruit-covered trees during the day, or visit during expanded Tuesday evenings from 4 to 7 p.m. to see them when most animated. Up to 100 vividly-blooming orchids will also be on display, providing a colorful photo opportunity. Open Tuesdays in October from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays through Sundays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed Mondays).
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Oct. 2
 Craft Saturday. Enhance your Butterfly House visit with a stop in the Lopata Learning Lab to create your own handmade souvenirs. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Oct. 5
 October Owls and Orchids. Throughout October, the Butterfly House is the place to be for families on Tuesday nights. Enjoy the conservatory’s extraordinary orchids while strolling amid hundreds of owl butterflies – known for their large wingspans and large eyespots resembling an owl. 4 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday in October.
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Oct. 9
 Petals and Wings: Butterfly Gardening with Native Plants class. One of the many advantages of growing native plants is attracting native butterflies. Learn which of our Missouri native plants will best attract butterflies, grow well under the conditions in your garden and flourish with your new expertise. 2 to 4 p.m. $15 per person. Advance registration required; www.mobot.org/classes or (314) 577-5140. For a complete list of all gardening and landscaping classes and tours offered this fall and winter at the Missouri Botanical Garden’s family of attractions, visit www.mobot.org/classes.
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Oct. 12
October Owls and Orchids. Throughout October, the Butterfly House is the place to be for families on Tuesday nights. Enjoy the conservatory’s extraordinary orchids while strolling amid hundreds of owl butterflies – known for their large wingspans and large eyespots resembling an owl. 4 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday in October.
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Oct. 13
 Members’ Event: Owl Butterflies at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. Details TBA. 11 a.m. to noon. Free for Missouri Botanical Garden members and their guests.
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Oct. 15
Fest-of-Ale at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. Enjoy appetizers, beer, and live music under the stars with the Young Friends of the Garden. 6 to 10 p.m. $30 per person; $15 for Garden members. Advance reservations required; (314) 577-9570 or RSVP online today. For more information, call (314) 577-9532.
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Oct. 19
October Owls and Orchids. Throughout October, the Butterfly House is the place to be for families on Tuesday nights. Enjoy the conservatory’s extraordinary orchids while strolling amid hundreds of owl butterflies – known for their large wingspans and large eyespots resembling an owl. 4 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday in October. Real feathered friends from the World Bird Sanctuary will also join the other “owls” in residence on Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
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Oct. 23 & 24
 “Bootterflies” Halloween party. Experience a non-spooky Halloween family fun day, featuring insect-inspired games and crafts designed for children ages 3 to 10. Kids receive game prizes and a goody bag! 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Oct. 26
October Owls and Orchids. Throughout October, the Butterfly House is the place to be for families on Tuesday nights. Enjoy the conservatory’s extraordinary orchids while strolling amid hundreds of owl butterflies – known for their large wingspans and large eyespots resembling an owl. 4 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday in October.
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