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This fall at Cullipher Farm, we continue our Little Farmers Classes with a fall twist: learn about all the fall things happening on the farm.
Girl Scouts is where she’ll explore her interests, build real-life skills, and grow her confidence alongside friends who cheer her on every step of the way. Choose from one of these options to register for a free Discover event, and see how much fun you’ll have as a Girl Scout.
Night Surf Fishing is an annual activity at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Anglers may fish on the wildlife refuge beach until midnight during the month of October with a Special Use Permit. This program provides a unique opportunity to […]
10/13: Seeds & Nuts - Go an exploratory walk to look for the plants that produce seeds and nuts early fall. 10/20: Supporting a Garden - You’ve started a vegetable garden, so how do you take care of it? In this class, […]
Come hear a story and enjoy hands-on sensory and STREAM activities, crafts, and more! Open to ages 0-5. 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, 10:30 am. Call 757-393-8501 for more information.
10/13: Project Treesnap -Become a citizen scientist by completing tree observations and data collection to submit to national research. 10/20: Pumpkin STEAM - Just in time for Halloween, complete STEAM-inspired activities and experiments using pumpkins. 10/27: Corpse Flower 101 - Celebrate Halloween a […]
Age 0-4, Mon/Weds/Fri- 8:45am-10am While Latitude hosts climbers of all ages anytime, join us for a special weekly parent meet up and check out Boulder Babies! This is a drop in time for parents to bring their children to play […]
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required.
When we became parents in 2023, we quickly realized how true the saying “It takes a village” really is. Raising little ones is one of life’s greatest joys, but it’s also something that was never meant to be done alone. […]
Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required. […]
Enjoy a small group storytime designed to allow children to explore a variety of sensory experiences. While fun for all children, this program has accommodations for children with specialized sensory processing needs to explore sensory stimulation through stories, music, activities […]
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Swamp Safari One of Suffolks most popular attractions, the Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. Despite its foreboding moniker, the Great Dismal Swamp is one of few remaining American wildernesses and is home […]
Boost independence and develop social skills using writing activities, basic concepts (i.e., colors, shapes, letters, etc.), large muscle movement, and social-emotional learning opportunities focusing on the whole child. Age 2 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills.
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for littles and their caregivers. Babies & Tiny Tots Storytime is geared for birth through 24 months.
Bring your young nature lover to Newport News Parks Discovery Center for our nature story time! On the second Wednesday of each month (March-November) well have a new picture storybook about animals and their adventures in nature. Afterwards, we'll embark […]
Join us for free weekly programs on Wednesdays and Thursdays for NBG Members! All programs are recommended for ages 3+ with chaperone assistance. Themes vary weekly for each program. NBG members must pre-register their tickets online and show their membership for entry […]
Community: City of Hampton weekly program featuring songs, stories, sensory activities, and play for children ages 2 to 3 years old.
Ready, Set, Spook! is a Halloween-themed version of our Ready, Set, Sprout! program. Ready, Set, Sprout! is a preschool readiness program for children ages 2-5 that builds early literacy, math, science, and fine motor skills through themed activity stations. 10/14: […]
Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. Please note: This is a social event for both caregiver and child, as opposed to a traditionally structured program. Ages […]
A special play time just for the little ones! One parent jumps free with a paid child. Age 5 and under$20*only 1 parent is free with 1 toddler additional toddlers $10 each
Bring your babies to explore different artistic styles. Please come dressed in attire that can get messy! Ages 6-24 months with caregiver. Registration is required.
Help prepare your child to enter school ready to read! This storytime includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities that emphasize alphabet and letter recognition plus activities that support independence and confidence building. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is required.
Participate in this interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes designed for toddlers and their caregivers.
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents. (Babies, Ages 0-2)
Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for events geared towards the whole family). Tickets will be available one week before […]
Toddler Times are engaging programs centered on rhymes, music, movement and books. (Toddlers, Ages 2-3)
An early literacy-based storytime with stories, rhymes, songs and more for toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. Toddler & Preschool Storytime is geared for ages 2-5.
Build confidence and independence with an increased focus on more complex books, emphasizing alphabet and letter recognition, shapes, and hands-on activities. Age 3 with caregiver. Registration is required.
Ages 2-3 years with caregiver/parent. We will share play and read books, nursery rhymes, & songs to enhance early literacy and motor skills.
High Schoolers play for free Monday-Friday 3-5pm Kids 12 and Under with paying adult play free $5 pool for kids 13 to 17
On a weekly basis, the VBSPCA welcomes young readers to the shelter to read to our shelter animals for a memorable, educational experience By bringing young readers into our shelter, our adoptable cats and dogs benefit from the calm, positive […]
Explore the Garden’s 7 miles of paved pathways. It’s a great way to enjoy the landscape and get some exercise. Free with Garden Admission Children under 16 must ride with a parent or adult. Bike riders under 14 must wear helmets. […]
Grow a happy, healthy baby one rhyme at a time! Babygarten features fun songs, movement activities, colorful toys, board books and great resources for parents. (Babies, Ages 0-2) Parents and caregivers don't have to get tickets for themselves (except for […]