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UPCOMING EVENTS

May 2025

Tiny Trekkers: Bugs and Beasties

Tiny Trekkers: Bugs and Beasties

Bugs and Beasties Description: Tiny Trekkers is a once a week drop off program for ages 3 – 5. Registration is offered by the month [...]
Tiny Trekkers: Bugs and Beasties

Tiny Trekkers: Bugs and Beasties

Bugs and Beasties Description: Tiny Trekkers is a once a week drop off program for ages 3 – 5. Registration is offered by the month [...]
ECO Homeschool Adventures: Forestry Fundamentals

ECO Homeschool Adventures: Forestry Fundamentals

Forestry Fundamentals Learn the basics of forestry through examining tree cookies, exploring special tree adaptations, and discovering the elements of a healthy forest. Description: Calling [...]
Forest Playdate

Forest Playdate

Thursday May 22    
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Description: Bring your little one for Reggio-inspired forest play. Various invitations will be offered to spark your child’s curiosity, creativity, and problem solving skills. Ages [...]
23 May

Family Friday: Fungus Among Us

Fungus Among Us From molds to mushrooms and more, let’s learn about fungus through hands-on activities. Description: Join us monthly on a Friday evening for [...]
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