Outdoors & Nature events

Thu, Nov 5, 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…

1:00 PM-Grand Tour

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:00 PM—4:00 PM · Wichita, KS

Grand Tour Enjoy a deeper look at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House and Wright’s Architecture. This guided tour will provide an extensive interpretation of the…

W-PT802 MORE Watercolor Garden with Margot Griffin

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:00 PM—4:00 PM · Dunedin, FL

@ Beginner Intermediate You asked for more and here it is! This class is still oriented toward beginners and will continue with what we learned in the…

Reducing Labor and Costs with Smart Restroom & Drinking Water Solutions

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Online

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Gorilla Program

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:30 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como’s gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Shark & Ray Presentation

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:30 PM—2:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Visit the Shark & Ray Experience to learn about the diverse range of species that inhabit it, including leopard sharks, bat rays, diamond rays, shovelnose…

Patriots and Pioneers Tour

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:00 PM · Coeur d'Alene, ID

Walk amongst the dead and discover the rich tapestry of history and heritage on our Cemetery Walking Tours at Forest Cemetery and St. Thomas Cemetery. Nestled…

Family Feed

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:30 PM—2:30 PM · Abingdon, MD

Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! Registration…

Tower League Programming

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:00 PM

One event on October 15, 2026 at 1:30 pm One event on October 29, 2026 at 1:30 pm One event on November 5, 2026 at 1:30 pm One event on November 19, 2026 at…

Wildlife Overwintering Strategies

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:00 PM · Hillsborough Township, NJ

Join Seasonal Educator Toni for a cool guided walk around campus to see how wildlife can survive the winter! As the season grows colder, wildlife begins taking…

Panther Prowl

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Florida panthers are endangered and critical to Florida’s ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows you to connect the Florida panther and…

Water Garden Wonders

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 2:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Discover one of nature’s most extraordinary plants during this daily Water Garden Talk at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Meet the stunning Victoria Water…

Big Cat Chat

Thu, Nov 5, 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…

STARS: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 2:15 PM—2:45 PM · Nashville, TN

Every star has a story. Some are faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day…

Sea Turtle Presentation

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 2:30 PM—3:00 PM · Chula Vista, CA

Join us at Turtle Lagoon to learn about green sea turtles, even the ones you can find right here in San Diego Bay! A Living Coast educator will tell you Learn…

Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats!

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 2:30 PM—9:20 PM · Champaign, IL

Spend 50 minutes in our cat lounges with 20+ adoptable cats. Your reservation not only helps to cover the cost of their care, but it also helps to socialize…

Barn Chat

Thu, Nov 5, 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…

Otter Chat

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 3:00 PM—3:30 PM · Allentown, PA

Otter Chat Daily at 3 p.m. Meet our playful North American River Otters up-close during an otter chat, and discover more about these fascinating “water…

Afterschool Club (2nd-4th Grade)

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 3:15 PM—4:45 PM · Rye, NY

Autumnal Adventures Older students dive into environmental science with fire-building, obstacle courses, and experiments that bring seasonal ecology to life.…

Ostrich Feeding (FREE)

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 3:30 PM—3:45 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Ostrich Feeding: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm Join us for the Ostrich Feeding at the…

Navigators

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 4:00 PM—5:30 PM · Longmont, CO

· Navigators combines young adults’ life-skills education with an outdoor adventure component. Young people get to know themselves and the kinds of futures…

Nature’s Nursery Series, Fall 2026

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 4:00 PM—5:00 PM · Litchfield, CT

Thursday, October 1, November 5, December 3 Ages 3-6 years Nature’s Nursery Series 4:00pm Join us on the first Thursday of each month from October – December…

Talk Story Thursday with Koa Plauche of The Nature Conservancy

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 4:00 PM—5:00 PM · Makawao, HI

Talk Story Thursday with Koa Plauche of The Nature Conservancy / November 5th / 4 - 5 pm Join the experts as they explore the exhibition and describe the…

Kitchen OPEN

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 4:30 PM—7:30 PM · Freeville, NY

We’re excited to share that Hopshire is now offering a limited menu! 🍕 Our menu is pizza-focused, and as we settle in, we hope to expand the menu over time.…

Spruce Hill Garden Club Meeting

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 4:30 PM—6:30 PM · Seattle, WA

Gather a girlfriend or two for Spruce Hill's "Garden Club" meeting. Sip wine and cultivate friendships at this monthly get together. No gardening involved!

Postponed-- S'mores in the Garden

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 4:30 PM—5:30 PM · Peru, MA

This event has been rescheduled to October 8th at 4:30pm.

History After Hours: Evolution of the Main Battle Tank with Gregg Pomerleau

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 5:00 PM—8:00 PM · Hudson, MA

Join the American Heritage Museum for a special History After Hours presentation exploring the evolution of the main battle tank from the closing years of…

West Deck Campfire + S’mores

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Hunter, NY

Gather round the campfire, roast s’mores, take in a Catskill’s sunset and soak in the stargazing.

Kids on Belay, Ages 5-7 Starts

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 5:00 PM—6:25 PM · Westminster, CO

Kids can enjoy climbing our indoor auto-belay wall under staff supervision. Guardians are encouraged and welcome to assist their children with putting on their…

Scott Austin LIVE at Aurora Vineyard

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 5:00 PM—7:00 PM · Aurora, OR

An evening of wine, live music, and vineyard magic awaits. Come dance, sip award-winning pours, and enjoy chef-crafted bites in a gorgeous vineyard setting.…

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