Kids
Uncovering Animal Mysteries
Hock-hocking Adena Bikeway Beaumont-Salina Trailhead of the Hock-hocking Adena Bikeway, Athens, United StatesBundle up and prepare for a winter exploration along the bike path with expert animal tracker, Joe Brehm. On this guided hike we will look at animal tracks, scat and other signs they leave behind, and learn how to identify which animal left them. You will have the opportunity to gain insight of the mysterious... Read More
Vernal Pool Exploration
Eclipse Company Store 11309 Jackson Dr, The Plains, OH, United StatesJoin us for a guided walk along the Hock-hocking Adena Bikeway in search of new life emerging. Participants will be led to a series of vernal pools that are the host site for various amphibian's nesting habitat. The ephemeral pools create a frenzy of activity that we will have the chance to explore with lead... Read More
Indoor Triathlon: YMCA of Parkersburg
YMCA of Parkersburg 1800 30th Street, Parkersburg, WV, United StatesTime to let out your inner athlete and show the world what you’ve got! The YMCA of Parkersburg’s Indoor Triathlon is a great event for newbies and seasoned veterans alike to compete in swimming, biking, and running (in our pool and on our stationary bikes and treadmills). Our triathlon is a modified version of a... Read More
Natural Succession in a Changing Climate
Sugarbush Vally Farm 6526 Baker Rd, Athens, OhioParticipants can expect to hike through various habitats at the SugarBush Valley Farm to tour a cross-section of seasonal dormancy of the multiple flora and fauna. Gary Conley will lead participants throughout multiple habitats as he shares stories of the early signs of life emerging and leads a discussion of natural succession and the effects... Read More
Puppet Talent Show with Tom Sarver
Dairy Barn Arts Center 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH, United StatesOn April 2, 2022 at 12:00pm & 2:00pm, Pittsburgh puppeteer Tom Sarver will present a children’s puppet show that encourages self-confidence, inclusion, and teamwork. The interactive show will include a wide variety of colorful hand-made characters including hand puppets, rod puppets and marionettes. Sarver will also share some tips for creating your own puppet show!... Read More
Wet Felting Workshop (#B320) for Ages 5-8 with Megan Moriarty
The Dairy Barn Arts Center 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH, United StatesA great Spring workshop for kids! On Sunday, April 10 from 12:30pm-1:30pm students (ages 5 to 8 years old only) will learn the process of wet felting, or creating shapes in wool using soap and water. They’ll create a bird, fish or imaginary animal, complete with a habitat and eggs for springtime. A parent/guardian is... Read More
Needle Felting Workshop (#B321) for Ages 9-12 with Megan Moriarty
The Dairy Barn Arts Center 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH, United StatesFelted animals for spring! On Sunday, April 10 from 2:00pm-3:30pm, participants will learn the process of needle felting, or sculpting three-dimensionally with wool using special needles. In this workshop, they'll create an expressive animal, complete with a sweater or a hat and a personality all their own! This event is held in conjunction with our... Read More
Meet the Artist: Danette Pratt & Seriously Sick Socks
The Dairy Barn Arts Center 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH, United StatesOn Saturday, April 16 at 2:00pm, Scribble & Play exhibiting artist, Danette Pratt, will be giving visitors a chance to get up-close and personal with her Seriously Sick Sock creatures...their origin stories, characteristics and construction secrets. All ages appreciate these wonderfully horrible beasties, don't miss out! (Free for Dairy Barn Members/General Gallery Admission for Non... Read More
Up-cycle Fabric Mushroom Log Workshop
Community MakerSpace 751 W Union St, Athens, OhioUse up-cycled fabric to create your very own mushroom log! Participants will learn about the magic world of mushrooms as they inoculate cotton fabric scraps with Oyster Mushrooms. Participants are welcome to bring their own cotton fabric to be inoculated, up-cycle fabric will also be available upon arrival at the MakerSpace. Upon completion of this... Read More
Friday Evening Swim
Beacon School 801 W Union Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin us this Friday at Beacon School for a swim. The heated pool is open for anyone to anyone in the community with a disability and their families. Organized by AF-CADRE (Appalachian Family Center for Autism and Disability).