Wandering Naturalist
Curious about nature in Marshbank Park? While you are out in the park look for one of the Park Naturalists roving around. Staff will be out there to answer any nature questions you might have while you are enjoying all…
Live Animal Show
Are owls truly wise? Do turtles come out of their shells? You’ll find the answers to these questions and more in this live wildlife animal presentation from Howell Nature Center. This program addresses common wildlife myths and, together with the…
Spring Fling Egg Hunt
Hunt for eggs and turn them in for treats! The event also includes a meet-and-greet with Mr. Bunny, a petting farm and trackless train rides. Make sure to bring a basket to carry your goodies. Due to overwhelming popularity, we…
Extreme Pinch Pots
In this advanced class, artists will create a variety of projects using air-dry clay, paint, and more as they explore techniques of sculpting, coiling and pinching clay. No previous experience needed. For ages 7-12 years, pre-registration required. Photo Credit:…
How to Train Your Dragon
Enter the world of Vikings and dragons in the Training Dragons workshop inspired by "How to Train Your Dragon™!" Throughout this workshop, students will explore the Isle of Berk and the dragons a small Viking village has come to love.…
Rainbow Love Art Class
Who loves rainbows? We do! In this class, we’ll create dazzling rainbow-themed art projects using paint, glitter and so much more! Artists will learn a special painting technique as they create a brilliant rainbow on a real canvas board, then…
Real World Robotics
Students interested in technology will create robotic models inspired by real life robotic technologies. Youth will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines and learn programming as they build models of technologies. Your child will have a blast exploring the…
KinderBots Engineering
Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement…
Grandparent and Me Art Class
Get your grandchild excited about turning out the lights and going to bed! You guessed it, the dino project we create during this class will glow-in-the-dark! This project will rock their world after the lights go out at night. Children…
KinderBots Engineering
Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement…