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Tales on the Trails – Bird Nests – THIS CLASS IS FULL. PLEASE JOIN OUR APRIL 10TH CLASS
Wednesdays, 1-1:45 PM
Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds
Learn about how and why birds build their nests this time of year and what materials they use. Look at real bird nests, and make a bird nest craft to bring home. Enjoy a stroll through the gardens in search of birds building their nests here at Van Vleck. Open to children ages 3-5 with a parent or caregiver. Registration required HERE by the day before the event. Programs will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
Fee: $10/class per child for Members / $15/class per child for Non-members
Other dates:
April 10 – Celebrate the Earth
May 15 – Seeds & Flowers
June 12 – Caterpillars & Butterflies
Sponsored by The Albert Payson Terhune Foundation
An event every week that begins at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until March 26, 2025
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Monday, repeating until February 24, 2025