The Friends of Warren County Conservation are hosting the annual Prairie Picnic to support environmental education programming and exhibits at the Annett Nature center next Saturday, including a silent auction taking place. Co-Director Karen Johlas-Szalkowski tells KNIA News this year’s event includes an evening BBQ meal, live music, and the silent auction items will be displayed and available for bidding. The online auction allows bidding to begin today and ends on September 19th, with the picnic taking place on September 18th at 5pm. Registration is required by September 7th, and for more information on registration and how to participate in the silent auction below.