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Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 8:00 AM · Austin, TX

Join birders from Travis Audubon and horticulturists from the Wildflower Center on a morning field trip. Your guides will help identify both native and…

South American Adventure Bird Chat

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 9:15 AM—9:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Bird Chat: Daily 9:15 am – 9:30 am at South American Adventure. Experience the Alabama Gulf Coast…

Porcupine Chat

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 9:30 AM—9:45 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Porcupine and Giraffe Chat: 9:30 am – 9:45 am. Join us for the “Porcupine and Giraffe Chat” at the…

Sprouts

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 9:30 AM—11:00 AM · Philadelphia, PA

Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones 18 months…

Yoga Storytime

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:00 AM—10:30 AM · Longmont, CO

· Best for 3-6 year olds and their grown-ups Library Meeting Rooms No registration required This program is in English Enjoy stories, movement, breathing, and…

Tipsy Putt Events

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 PM · South Lake Tahoe, CA

@ Events We’ve got a calendar packed with exciting events and exclusive offers that will make your time here unforgettable. From Tipsy Trivia to Putter…

Homeschool Days – PA Makes it Great: The Power of Pennsylvania Manufacturing.

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Reading, PA

Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with special tours and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed…

PRESCHOOL ART

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:30 AM—12:00 PM · New York, NY

Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, making masterpieces of creativity and delight. Age appropriate…

Home School Science Hour – Kindergarten-2nd Grade

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:30 AM · Mansfield, OH

Homeschool Science Hour – Join us for a morning in the gardens focusing on the characteristics of plants and animals. Families will gather to learn about the…

Baby Story Time

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:30 AM · Watertown, NY

Baby Story Time Join us every Thursday at 10:30am for some fun stories, nursery rhymes, and wiggles! Then, at the end of our story time, little ones are…

Fresh Air Storytime with Miss Tessa

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM · Barnstable, MA

Fresh Air Storytime with Miss Tessa Weekly on Thursdays at 11:00 AM Join Miss Tessa OUTSIDE for stories, music, movement, and BUBBLES! No registration…

The Whaling Museum presents Hidden Hearts Scavenger Hunt

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All Through February | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Find the hidden hearts and snag a prize! […]

The Whaling Museum presents Pot O’ Gold Scavenger Hunt

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

March During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families Do you feel lucky? Spot the hidden gold tokens around […]

The Whaling Museum presents Robert & Roberta Appreciation Month

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All March | Gallery Hours Robert & Roberta Celebration The museum is turning 90! This month, we offer free admission for anyone named Robert or Roberta in…

The Whaling Museum presents Ocean Egg Scavenger Hunt

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All Through April | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Hunt for baby marine animal eggs hidden around […]

The Whaling Museum presents Find the Mayflowers!

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All May During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families Thar she blooms! Track down hidden florals in the […]

The Whaling Museum presents Rainbow Scavenger Hunt

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All Through April | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Hunt for baby marine animal eggs hidden around […]

The Whaling Museum presents Museum Adventure Activity: Secrets & Spies

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

July – August | Kids 7+ Drop In During Gallery Hours 11:00 – 4:00PM Join the fight for independence as you follow in the footsteps of the daring Long Island…

HomeSchool Intro to Drawing!

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Epping, NH

This Intro to Drawing class will bring students from “seeing” things to learning to “look.” Drawing does not depend on “talent” but on skill. Students will…

Story Time in Enchanted Woods

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:30 AM · Greenville, DE

Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based…

Chucky Feeding

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—11:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Chucky Feeding: Thursdays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am Join us for the Chucky Feeding at the Alabama Gulf…

Drop-In Time for Tots

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:00 PM · Yulee, FL

While our regular Storytimes are currently on pause, take this time to come visit your local library for a relaxed, self-guided playtime. Little ones are…

Guided Highlight Tour

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 12:00 PM—12:30 PM · Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet…

Animal Walkabout

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 12:00 PM—12:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Animal Walkabout: Daily at 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Join us for the Animal Walkabout at the Alabama Gulf…

Meet the Keepers

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Durham, NC

Plan your visit to include a stop in the Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden for this special opportunity to meet the keepers of the bees, chickens and incredible…

Training Tales

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 1:45 PM—2:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Training Tales: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays 1:45 pm – 2:15 pm Welcome to “Training…

Big Cat Chat

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 2:15 PM—2:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Big Cat Chat: Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm Join us for the Big Cat Chat at…

Barn Chat

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 2:45 PM—3:00 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Barn Chat: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays at 2:45 pm – 3:00 pm Join us for the Barn Chat…

Open Arts Studio

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 3:00 PM—5:00 PM · New Canaan, CT

Drop into the Arts Studio for a facilitated series designed by artists, curators, and educators that invites families to play, create, and experiment with…

RUGBY CLINIC (Ages 3-6)

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 3:00 PM—3:45 PM · New York, NY

Join coaches from Rugby For All, Inc. for a rugby demonstration, skill and drills, and non-contact scrimmages. Registration recommended, please email…

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