Tag: nature

A forest of dark green pine trees.

In the presence of trees, I am often filled with a sense of wonder. Observing them, I appreciate their poetry. At the same time, I wonder about the science of trees — I am curious about how exactly the trees I see are living in this place, in this season and in relationship to others.

For others who also respond to trees with awe and curiosity, I recommend reading the following books by Peter Wohlleben and Suzanne Simard.

August 28, 2021 - 11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Learn about the different types of local bees and their role in our lives. Make your own pollinator seed bombs, get a tour of the three honeybee hives at Anythink Perl Mack and help name our queens! Please note that this program will be held outside and may be canceled due to inclement weather. Please check the event on our website for cancelation notices. Space is limited; registration encouraged.

Event Type: 
Animals
Age: 
Family
August 14, 2021 - 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Ever wonder what goes on in nature while we sleep? Learn about animals’ features and adaptations that help them to navigate the world in the dark. A live owl and various creepy-crawly critters will be joining us. Appropriate for all ages. Space is limited; registration required. 

Event Type: 
Animals
Age: 
Family
July 27, 2021 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Let your little ones engage with nature in our beautiful backyard. Forage for flowers, muck in the mud, look at leaves and learn much more with your budding naturalist. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required. 

 

Event Type: 
Early Literacy
Age: 
Birth to Pre-K
July 7, 2021 - 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Follow a path through nature and experience it with all of your senses. We'll have a course set up outdoors for your little ones to stop and smell the roses, feel the fur of a wild animal, listen to the sound of running water and much more! Appropriate for ages 2 to 11. Please note that this program may be moved indoors due to inclement weather. Check the event on our website for notices. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Event Type: 
mySummer
Age: 
Children
July 23, 2021 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Using elements found in nature, create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Please note that this program will be held outside, but may be moved indoors due to heat or inclement weather. Check the event on our website for cancelation notices. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. 

Event Type: 
Arts and Crafts
mySummer
Age: 
Adult
July 10, 2021 - 10:30 am to 11:30 am

We're going on a bug safari and we want you to join us! Experts from the Butterfly Pavilion will be our guides as they introduce us to live invertebrates from around the world. Please note that this program will be held outside, but may be moved indoors due to heat or inclement weather. Space is limited; registration required. 

Event Type: 
Animals
Age: 
Family
July 20, 2021 - 11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Get up close and personal with insects as we learn macro photography skills. Please note that this program will be held outside and may be canceled due to inclement weather. Check the event on our website for cancelation notices. Space is limited; registration required. 

Event Type: 
Tech
Age: 
Teen
July 14, 2021 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Gather in the shade of our backyard and create nature-inspired crafts with your family. Appropriate for children and caregivers. Space is limited; registration required.

This program will be held outside at Anythink Wright Farms. Please note that this program may be moved indoors due to inclement weather. Please check the event on our website for notices. 

Event Type: 
Arts and Crafts
Age: 
Family
June 22, 2021 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Let your littles engage with nature in our beautiful backyard. Forage for flowers, muck in the mud, look at leaves and so much more with your budding naturalist. Appropriate for ages 2-6. Space is limited; registration required. This program will be held outside at Anythink Wright Farms. Please note that this program may be canceled due to inclement weather. Please check the event on our website for cancelation notices. 

Event Type: 
Early Literacy
Age: 
Birth to Pre-K

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