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Fri 12 Jul
TINY TOTS: Rainforests
Friday, July 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sun 28 Jul
Groovy Crafts
Sunday, July 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Lets get groovy and make some colorful crafts! Join us in learning how to tie dye shirts and bandanas, in addition to making splatter paint art! All you need to bring is a white 100% cotton t-shirt and your creativity- everything else will be provided. Family program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Fri 23 Aug
TINY TOTS: Fireflies
Friday, August 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Fri 30 Aug
Critter Crossing
Friday, August 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join us for a scavenger hunt based on the hit game, Animal Crossing! Participants will find and learn about critters found across the Northeast and make an Animal Crossing inspired craft. Children's program (ages 6 to 16). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Fri 06 Sep
TINY TOTS: Owls
Friday, September 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sat 07 Sep
Happy Hummingbirds
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Learning about some of the tiniest birds in the animal kingdom is bound to put a smile on anyone's face! During this program, participants will learn about the world of hummingbirds and will go home having made a hummingbird inspired craft. Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sun 08 Sep
What A Colorful World!
Sunday, September 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
The world is a vibrant place with colors everywhere you look! Join us in exploring the world of colors, including how other animals see colors and the role of colors in nature. Participants will get to make and take home their very own kaleidoscope! Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sat 14 Sep
Art in the Park: Impressionism
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Channel your inner Monet! Join us as we talk about the history and impact of impressionist art and paint our own masterpieces out in nature. Adult Program (ages 18 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sun 15 Sep
Sunny Succulents
Sunday, September 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join an educator in talking about a plant that thrives in the sunshine- succulents! Learn about the different types of succulents and find out what makes them great house plants for beginners. Children's Program (ages 6 and up).To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Fri 20 Sep
TINY TOTS: Seasons
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sat 21 Sep
Self Care Saturday
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
September is National Self Care Month! Join us in making natural products that you can use at home to pamper yourself. Adult Program (ages 18 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sun 22 Sep
Falling Into Nature
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Happy first day of Fall! Celebrate the start of Fall with an educator! We will take a short hike, talk about the changes we will see in nature during this time of year, and create a Fall-inspired craft. Family Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sat 28 Sep
Mythological Creatures
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Have you ever wondered where the legends of fairies and unicorns come from? Join us for a discussion on folklore and its relationship to nature and a scavenger hunt. Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Sun 29 Sep
Magnificent Mycology
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Did you know mushrooms are more similar to humans than plants? Join us in learning all about the fascinating world of fungi through discussions and hands on learning activities! Children's Program (ages 6 and up).To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.