As an oasis in Bonita Springs that serves generational audiences, The Wonder Gardens inspires and provides transformative experiences of wonder in the natural world. We are a historic botanical garden and zoological park that provides long term nurturing homes for exotic and local wildlife. "Wonder Gardens After Dark" on October 11, 2025, is a family friendly community-building Halloween event that includes fun, educational activities and games with a message of conservation.   Set up volunteers (10 am - 2 pm) will move tables and chairs, decorate, and move activity supplies into place. Closed toe shoes required. Khaki & black dress preferred. Event volunteers (4:00 - 9:00 pm) will staff activity tables and games for visitors. Face painters, musicians, and costumed characters also needed. Closed toed shoes required. Family friendly costume or black shirt/black pants or shorts. Light dinner provided!   All volunteers please bring:Reusable water bottle snack sunscreen and bug spray Minimal personal belongings - they will stay with you (no lockers)  The event times are 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Set up volunteers work 10 am - 2 pm. Event volunteers work 4:00 - 9:00 pm. Back-up date for weather cancellation is October 18. Liability and photo release waivers will be signed onsite.   To sign up for this opportunity, click HERE!   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education (4). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Music, Art, Child and Youth Studies, Education, Resort and Hospitality.Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11352134