Second Saturday Family Science

845 West Street,Amherst MA 01002

11 December, 2021

Description

Join us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents, Second Saturday Family Science (In-Person Outside and Inside) with Aemelia Thompson Ages 5–7 or Grades K–1 Saturdays, 10–11am September 18* *this is the 3rd Saturday*, October 9, November 13, December 11 Suggested Donation: $5–$30 per family Join us for seasonal nature and science programs each second Saturday of the month. Designed for children (ages 5–7) with their parents, these programs will explore cool topics in nature. September 18**: Composting Critters October 9: Spiders! November 13: Oh Deer! December 11: Crystals and Snowflakes Education helps develop a community that understands connections among the human health, ecosystems and economies. The Hitchcock Center connects people with nature and encourages a deeper emotional bond with the natural world that sustains us all. Founded in 1962, the Hitchcock Center for the Environment fosters awareness and understanding of our environment through programs with a particular focus on children, who live in a world of environmental challenges. Our educational framework centers on five fundamentals: Understanding principles of ecology Valuing place Promoting resilience Demonstrating sustainability in the built environment Educating for active citizenship