**Monthly Series** Nature Connections: Redbud Embrace the opportunity to know the forest in a new way by focusing on an individual species of tree or shrub each month. Through exploration and guided experiences, participants will come to know a section of CNC’s land throughout the seasons to make a meaningful, personal connection with nature. Quiet […]
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Thursdays at 6:30 PM
Join us for special program just for preschool and early elementary families! You’ll receive a FREE copy of that month’s picture book along with a simple craft kit to complete together after reading. This month we will read One Hundred Hungry Ants by Elinor J. Pinczes Summary: One Hundred Hungry Ants is not only a […]
Visit Discovery Guide Alexis on the museum floor to check out cool sensory activities. 10:30AM to 11:30AM Learn more: SENSORY SPOT
Learn more: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS July 12 and 19th 10-10:45am
Join us every Friday morning, June – August, to hear award-winning children’s books read aloud in the Children’s Garden. Included with admission or purchase of an annual admission card. This is a drop-in event. Registration is not required. Daily admission rates are $15 for adults, $5 for students, and children 3 and under are admitted […]
Why do the Sun, Moon and stars seem to move across the sky? Why are different evening star patterns visible at different times of the year? Why does the Moon seem to change shape from time to time? This entertaining and educational show explores the relationship between Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of […]
Join us for a brand-new club for tweens, all about making movies and other video-based media, with equipment provided by the Michigan Learning Channel! Saturday, September 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm - Register: MOVIE MAKER CLUB
All across the Great Lakes basin, there is a renewed interest in the health of the Lakes, and an increased awareness of the importance of this fresh water resource to the social and economic vitality of North America. Dubbed 'inland seas' by early European explorers, the Great Lakes have some of the most spectacular wilderness […]
Adults and teens are invited to join Anshu Varma as she teaches how to create your own Henna tattoo. An all-natural ingredients Henna applicator, and a variety of traditional and contemporary designs will be provided along with personalized instruction. Anshu will also talk about the traditional and cultural origins of Henna. Register: TEMPORARY BODY ART […]
Learn more: LIBRARY SUMMER FUN June 5-July 31
The Farmer's Market will offer, subject to availability, locally grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants, baked goods, meats, dairy items and prepared foods to the Saginaw Bay Region residents and visitors. Learn more: FARMERS MARKET The Market runs every Friday, 2 pm - 6 pm. June 14 - September 13, 2024.
Saturdays in July (Except the 20th): Join Forest Hills Nature Center for Hikes with Ornithologist Mike Bishopfrom 8:00am to 9:00am. The Forest Hills Nature Center bird hikes are for beginners to advanced and binoculars are available for use – free and open to all! Our location is 11297 N. Rich Rd. Alma, Michigan. Our phone is 989-763-5810 […]
Learn more: SUMMER FEST July 13 9am to 3pm
Come be a part of the 36th Annual Butterfly Count! New and experienced butterfly enthusiasts are invited to spend a few hours or the entire day searching CNC property during this citizen science project to report as many butterflies as we can find. Small groups will head into the fields and woods so we can […]
Enjoy a provided breakfast with family and play a board game afterwards-choose one from the library or bring an at-home favorite! Saturday, July 13, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am - Register: BREAKFAST & BOARD GAMES Saturday, August 24, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am - Register: BREAKFAST & BOARD GAMES
Explore the science and art behind your favorite superheroes! Meet your favorite superheroes, join in hands-on experiments, create your own graphic novel spread, watch super science demonstrations and meet the real STEM heroes in our community! $10 Public / Free for Museum Members Attention Members: if your email login is attached to your current […]
Saturday, July 13 10:00 pm Downtown The 4th of July has been an important holiday in St. Louis for much of its history. In 2024 the date for the celebration will be Saturday July 13th. The City of St. Louis and the Gratiot Area Chamber/St. Louis Middle of the Mitten Association sponsor the fireworks each […]
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The aurora is the greatest wonder a human can experience in nature. The show tells the story of how auroras are formed, the secret behind the colors, the best places to see them, their different shapes, auroras on other planets, and more. Cost: $7/adult; $5/seniors, kids, Delta students, military Buy Tickets: AURORA Saturdays at 3:30 […]
Learn more: TEEN NIGHT July 13 6pm-8pm
Learn more: MUSIC FROM THE MARSH
Step back in time at Homestead Sundays at Chippewa Nature Center (CNC) for a free, family-friendly afternoon, Sundays June 2-August 25 from 1-5 pm. Visit the pigs, sheep, cows and chickens that call the Homestead Farm home in the summer. Explore the cabin, one-room schoolhouse and timber frame barn, and learn how life was different […]
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