Showing posts with label may 08. Show all posts
Showing posts with label may 08. Show all posts
Classical Conversations
A Toledo campus of Classical Conversations will open for the 2008-2009 school year. Foundations and Essentials levels will be offered, and possibly a Challenge level if there is interest. If you would like to receive information about the program, please email Angela Hite.
Space Day
Join the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library and Directions Credit Union for SPACE DAY, an exciting free program that brings youth closer to outer space, scheduled at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 3 at Main Library, 325 Michigan Street. All activities will be held in the Children’s Library and on the Civic Plaza rooftop, weather permitting.
For more details, please call 419.259.5207 or visit the library site
For more details, please call 419.259.5207 or visit the library site
Survival: Swan Creek Edition!
Saturday, May 24
Swan Creek Preserve Metropark, Glendale Entrance, 1 to 3:15 p.m.
Youth ages 11-14 will learn proper survival techniques for meeting the basic need of food, water and shelter as well as strategies for emergency management in outdoor situations. Emphasis will be placed on the seasonal changes that Spring brings. It is suggested that participants bring a water bottle. Snacks will be provided. Fee: $ 5.00
Register
Swan Creek Preserve Metropark, Glendale Entrance, 1 to 3:15 p.m.
Youth ages 11-14 will learn proper survival techniques for meeting the basic need of food, water and shelter as well as strategies for emergency management in outdoor situations. Emphasis will be placed on the seasonal changes that Spring brings. It is suggested that participants bring a water bottle. Snacks will be provided. Fee: $ 5.00
Register
Kid's Birding on International Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, May 10
Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center Porch, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Kids ages 7-12 along with their families will go on a walk and learn basic birding skills on International Migratory Bird Day. Binoculars will be provided. Fee: Free
Register
Oak Openings Preserve, Buehner Center Porch, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Kids ages 7-12 along with their families will go on a walk and learn basic birding skills on International Migratory Bird Day. Binoculars will be provided. Fee: Free
Register
Art Explorations through Nature: FUNdamentals of Nature Photography
Saturday, May 10
Swan Creek Preserve Metropark, Yager Center Parking Lot, 1 to 2 p.m.
Youth ages 6 to 12 will learn the FUNdamentals of capturing nature through digital photography. Practice photography techniques in the field and have photos featured on the Metroparks Website. Cameras available for use. Fee: $ 5.00
Register
Swan Creek Preserve Metropark, Yager Center Parking Lot, 1 to 2 p.m.
Youth ages 6 to 12 will learn the FUNdamentals of capturing nature through digital photography. Practice photography techniques in the field and have photos featured on the Metroparks Website. Cameras available for use. Fee: $ 5.00
Register
Hurray for Homeschoolers: Nature Buddies
Thursday, May 8
Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Children discover how many things in nature must work together to survive, through partnership activities, games and a nature walk. Fee: Free
Register
Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Children discover how many things in nature must work together to survive, through partnership activities, games and a nature walk. Fee: Free
Register
Canal Experience: Opening Celebration
Saturday, May 3
Providence Metropark, Kimble's Landing, 12 to 5 p.m.
Journey along the restored Miami & Erie Canal in a mule-drawn canal boat, The Volunteer, visit the Isaac Ludwig Mill for some stone-ground cornmeal and shop at the General Store. Members are invited to ride the canal boat for free to celebrate opening day. A fee is charge for admission to the boat.
Providence Metropark, Kimble's Landing, 12 to 5 p.m.
Journey along the restored Miami & Erie Canal in a mule-drawn canal boat, The Volunteer, visit the Isaac Ludwig Mill for some stone-ground cornmeal and shop at the General Store. Members are invited to ride the canal boat for free to celebrate opening day. A fee is charge for admission to the boat.
Family Pond Exploration
Friday, May 2
Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 7 to 8 p.m.
Visitors of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to explore what lies beneath the surface of the forest pond.
Registration
Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 7 to 8 p.m.
Visitors of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to explore what lies beneath the surface of the forest pond.
Registration
Sauder Village Spring on the Farm
Saturday, May 10, 2008
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
"Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to welcome spring on a farm 100 years ago? Enjoy a day of fun together with your children or grandchildren seeing baby animals, playing old-fashioned games, watching sheep shearing or planting a sunflower the garden. During this hands-on day of fun you can also experience horseradish grating, window washing, rope making, wigwam building and more!"
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
"Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to welcome spring on a farm 100 years ago? Enjoy a day of fun together with your children or grandchildren seeing baby animals, playing old-fashioned games, watching sheep shearing or planting a sunflower the garden. During this hands-on day of fun you can also experience horseradish grating, window washing, rope making, wigwam building and more!"
Lewis & Clark: In Their Own Words
Register with the 577 Foundation
Sat,May 3
3-4:15pm
K-Adult
"The dynamic duo of Lewis & Clark led the Corps of Discovery on a daring mission to find a route to the Pacific through the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase. Tim Kreps & Al Thompson dress as Lewis & Clark & tell the tales of their daring adventure. A variety of Indian & trade artifacts will be shared to bring these stories to life. Power point slides help the audience understand the scope of this undertaking. Many of the slides were taken by Al on his 3,800 mile solo bike adventure following the Lewis & Clark trail from St. Louis to the Pacific. “Lewis & Clark: In Their Own Words” has been performed by Tim & Al in a variety of venues including The Maumee Indoor Theater, local schools, Wolcott House Guild Lecture Series & many more. Leader: Tim and Joan Kreps Limit: 40 Fee: $5.00"
Sat,May 3
3-4:15pm
K-Adult
"The dynamic duo of Lewis & Clark led the Corps of Discovery on a daring mission to find a route to the Pacific through the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase. Tim Kreps & Al Thompson dress as Lewis & Clark & tell the tales of their daring adventure. A variety of Indian & trade artifacts will be shared to bring these stories to life. Power point slides help the audience understand the scope of this undertaking. Many of the slides were taken by Al on his 3,800 mile solo bike adventure following the Lewis & Clark trail from St. Louis to the Pacific. “Lewis & Clark: In Their Own Words” has been performed by Tim & Al in a variety of venues including The Maumee Indoor Theater, local schools, Wolcott House Guild Lecture Series & many more. Leader: Tim and Joan Kreps Limit: 40 Fee: $5.00"
Register for the Pizza Hut Book-It Program!
Register now for the Pizza Hut Book-It program for the 2008-2009 school year.
"BOOK IT! motivates children to read by rewarding their reading accomplishments with praise, recognition and pizza."
"BOOK IT! motivates children to read by rewarding their reading accomplishments with praise, recognition and pizza."
Spring on the Farm at Sauder Village
Saturday, May 10, 2008
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to welcome spring on a farm 100 years ago? Enjoy a day of fun together with your children or grandchildren seeing baby animals, playing old-fashioned games, watching sheep shearing or planting a sunflower the garden. During this hands-on day of fun you can also experience horseradish grating, window washing, rope making, wigwam building and more!
More details
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to welcome spring on a farm 100 years ago? Enjoy a day of fun together with your children or grandchildren seeing baby animals, playing old-fashioned games, watching sheep shearing or planting a sunflower the garden. During this hands-on day of fun you can also experience horseradish grating, window washing, rope making, wigwam building and more!
More details
'Amazing Stargazing' Planetarium Program
Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory, University of Toledo
May 3-31, 2008
Saturdays at 1:00 PM
More details at their site.
May 3-31, 2008
Saturdays at 1:00 PM
More details at their site.
'The Lives and Deaths of Stars' Planetarium Program
Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory, University of Toledo
May 2-30, 2008
Fridays at 8:30 PM
More details at their site.
May 2-30, 2008
Fridays at 8:30 PM
More details at their site.
The Velveteen Rabbit
Part of the Ritz Theatre (Tiffin, Oh.) Discovery Series
Registration information at their site.
Friday, May 2, 2008
10AM & 1PM
Grades K-5
Registration information at their site.
Friday, May 2, 2008
10AM & 1PM
Grades K-5
Toledo Zoo Homeschool Program
Underwater Wonders!
September 19 and 21, October 17 and 19, November 14 and 16, December 19 and 21, January 16 and 18, February 20 and 22, March 19 and 21, April 16 and 18, May 21 and 23
Visit their site for a registration form.
September 19 and 21, October 17 and 19, November 14 and 16, December 19 and 21, January 16 and 18, February 20 and 22, March 19 and 21, April 16 and 18, May 21 and 23
Visit their site for a registration form.
Music in Motion
Toledo Symphony Orchestra Young People's Concert
Thursday May 22, 2008 – 9:45 and 11am
Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle
Registration details
Thursday May 22, 2008 – 9:45 and 11am
Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle
Registration details
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