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March 2, 2017 By

April 2018

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  • Squeaky Wheels

    Squeaky Wheels

    April 4, 2018 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    Winterthur, 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19735, United States

    Squeaky Wheels
    First Wednesday of the month, March–October; 10:30–11:30 am
    Parents and their toddlers in strollers are invited to join us for fun and informative walks through the garden and galleries. Spend time with yourchild and make friends with new families while you learn a little about the amazing collections that make Winterthur special. Members and children under 2, free. $5 per child, one adult per child admitted free.
    http://www.winterthur.org/?p=869

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  • WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur

    WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur

    April 5, 2018 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    Winterthur, 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19735, United States

    WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur
    First and Third Thursday of the month, March–November, 10:30–11:30 am
    Meet in Galleries Reception Atrium.
    Wee Ones is now offered twice a month! This early childhood series intended for children ages 3-5 incorporates active learning through music, movement, and the exploration of objects in a warm and welcoming setting. Themes relate to the museum and garden. Members and children under 2, free. $5 per child, one adult per child admitted free.
    http://www.winterthur.org/?p=869

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  • Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    April 7, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
    1400 Delmarva Lane Wilmington, DE 19801

    Come get up close and personal with our live animal collection! Help feed our black snakes, turtles and toads.

    Saturdays, 12 -12:30 pm
    Cost: Free
    Meeting Location: DuPont Environmental Education Center

    No Pre-registration Required. Just Show Up!

    http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/DNS/Visit/DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center1/About_DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center.aspx?tabs=1#tabs

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  • Explore the Delaware Bay by Foot

    Explore the Delaware Bay by Foot

    April 10, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    801 Blackbird Landing Rd, Townsend, DE 19734, USA

    Take a breathe of fresh air! After a long winter indoors, join us for one of our hikes this spring and learn more about Delaware’s habitats. Please be sure to wear sturdy, closed toed shoes and dress for the weather. Please double check locations before registering.

    Tuesday, April 10, 6 PM - 7 PM 801 Blackbird Landing Road, Townsend, DE Kick off April by joining Reserve staff to learn about the native trees of Delaware and their importance. There will be approximately 1 mile of walking on uneven terrain

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  • Discovery Saturdays!

    Discovery Saturdays!

    April 14, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
    818 Kitts Hummock Rd, Dover, DE 19901, USA

    Saturday, April 14, 9 AM - 10:30 AM 818 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE Enjoy a morning of activity! Join the Reserve staff in a morning hike out to the Kingston Upon Hull home. While taking in the aesthetic views, learn about marsh life, animals, and colonial times. There will be approximately 2 miles of walking on uneven terrain. Please wear study, closed toed shoes and dress for the weather.

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  • Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    April 14, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
    1400 Delmarva Lane Wilmington, DE 19801

    Come get up close and personal with our live animal collection! Help feed our black snakes, turtles and toads.

    Saturdays, 12 -12:30 pm
    Cost: Free
    Meeting Location: DuPont Environmental Education Center

    No Pre-registration Required. Just Show Up!

    http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/DNS/Visit/DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center1/About_DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center.aspx?tabs=1#tabs

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  • Kids Club at East Coast Garden Center

    Kids Club at East Coast Garden Center

    April 16, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    East Coast Garden Center, 30366 Cordrey Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966, USA

    The Kid's Club is back! We are excited to bring you a once a month event for kids ages 2-6. It is important to us to bring gardening and the outdoors to the younger generation. We teach and educate making it a fun and exciting experience. To start our class we have a story time, followed with yummy snacks. After, we do a related craft that follows the theme of the month. The cost is $10 per child. Follow us on Facebook to find out more information and to register please call 302-945-3489.

    http://www.eastcoastgardencenter.com/classes-events/event/369-kid-s-club.html

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  • Running of the Mill

    Running of the Mill

    April 17, 2018 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    15411 Abbotts Pond Rd, Milford, DE 19963, USA

    Every 3rd Saturday of the month from March through November, 2 - 3:30 pm.
    Upcoming dates: 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19

    Free for Members! Take a guided tour of historic Abbott's Mill with a seasoned mechanic! Learn about the unique history of the mill, dating back to 1795. Experience the rush of the water through the turbine and feel the rumble of the mill stones. Every third Saturday of the month: May through November. Led by Stephen Childers

    Members: Free, Others: $5 adults, $3 children
    Meeting Location: Abbott's Mill Nature Center: 15411 Abbott's Pond Road Milford, DE 19963

    No pre-registration required, just show up!

    https://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/DNS/Events/Registration/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=V16360AM#.V3Z2vWZTGUl

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  • WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur

    WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur

    April 19, 2018 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    Winterthur, 5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19735, United States

    WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur
    First and Third Thursday of the month, March–November, 10:30–11:30 am
    Meet in Galleries Reception Atrium.
    Wee Ones is now offered twice a month! This early childhood series intended for children ages 3-5 incorporates active learning through music, movement, and the exploration of objects in a warm and welcoming setting. Themes relate to the museum and garden. Members and children under 2, free. $5 per child, one adult per child admitted free.
    http://www.winterthur.org/?p=869

    See more details

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  • Pot Native Plant Seedlings at the St. Jones

    Pot Native Plant Seedlings at the St. Jones

    April 21, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    818 Kitts Hummock Rd, Dover, DE 19901, USA

    Saturday, April 21, 9 AM - 12 PM 818 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, De Join Reserve staff at the St. Jones Reserve on April 21st in celebration of Earth Day to pot native plant seedlings. These seedlings will be tended to and grown in the St. Jones’s native plant nursery this summer and will be planted next fall at the Blackbird Creek Reserve. Come out and help make a difference in your local environment! All ages are welcome. To register call the St. Jones Reserve at (302) 739-6377. Volunteers will need to supply their own work gloves.

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  • Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    April 21, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
    1400 Delmarva Lane Wilmington, DE 19801

    Come get up close and personal with our live animal collection! Help feed our black snakes, turtles and toads.

    Saturdays, 12 -12:30 pm
    Cost: Free
    Meeting Location: DuPont Environmental Education Center

    No Pre-registration Required. Just Show Up!

    http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/DNS/Visit/DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center1/About_DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center.aspx?tabs=1#tabs

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  • Evening Eyes on the Skies

    Evening Eyes on the Skies

    April 27, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Delaware Aero Space Education, 585 Big Oak Rd, Smyrna, DE 19977, USA

    Like to get a better look at objects you see in the night sky or want to share the excitement of star gazing with your family and friends? Then come to DASEF’s Mountjoy Observatory for one of our evening “Eyes on the Skies” sessions (see schedule below). Weather permitting, for two hours, you can explore the universe in our observatory and learn about the moon, the planets, and constellations through family activities, short films and observation. The fee is $5/person. Limit: 15-20 participants.

    The Mountjoy Astronomical Observatory is used for observing celestial events. The observatory is attached to the Environmental Outpost, located at 585 Big Oak Roadin Smyrna, Delaware. The observatory is home to a 16”Meade Telescope and 3 Orion Newtonians. DASEF’s amateur astronomer and instructors engage in astronomy education and public outreach. The general public and special groups are invited to preregister online for our two hour Eyes on the Skies programs on selected evenings throughout the year.
    Pay by exact change or check.
    Make check payable to: “DASEF”. To sign up email your name, number of participants, and your phone number to: Lynne Bloom at dasef.outpost@gmail.com or call (302) 834-1978 or (302) 659-5003 and leave a number where we can reach you.
    http://www.dasef.org/community/eyes_skies.htm

    Planets and Visible Constellations
    April 27, 2018
    8:00pm to 10:00pm
    Lunar Celebration
    May 18, 2018
    8:00pm to 10:00pm
    Planets and Visible Constellations
    June 8, 2018
    8:00pm to 10:00pm
    Planets and Visible Constellations
    July 17, 2018
    8:00pm to 10:00pm
    Lunar Celebration

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  • Monthly Bird Walks

    Monthly Bird Walks

    April 28, 2018 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am
    Brandywine Creek State Park, 41 Adams Dam Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807, USA

    Bring your eyes, ears and a comfortable pair of hiking boots. Our expert volunteer birder from the Museum of Natural History will lead the group, and provide tips and advice to all interested bird watchers. this program is free with paid admission to the park, no pre-registration required. Call (302) 655-5740 with questions.

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  • Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    Lunch with Live Animals (FREE)

    April 28, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
    1400 Delmarva Lane Wilmington, DE 19801

    Come get up close and personal with our live animal collection! Help feed our black snakes, turtles and toads.

    Saturdays, 12 -12:30 pm
    Cost: Free
    Meeting Location: DuPont Environmental Education Center

    No Pre-registration Required. Just Show Up!

    http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/DNS/Visit/DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center1/About_DuPont_Environmental_Education_Center.aspx?tabs=1#tabs

    See more details

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