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CHILDREN CAN EXPLORE NATURE IN THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT

WEEK OF NOVEMBER 3-9

IN THE NORTH METRO

Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs - Sleepy Chipmunks

Monday, November 4, from 10 a.m. -noon, at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Drop off the kids to explore nature in fall. They will discover the natural world through hands-on learning: stories, art, songs, games, play activities, and hikes. A snack is included. Dress to be outside. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #412216-07. This program is for ages 4-5.

Doodlebugs

Tuesday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., or 1-3 p.m., at Silverwood Park, St. Anthony. Drop off your kids for a whirlwind of fun. Each weeks activities are based on a different childrens book with a nature-inspired art theme. We will spend part of every class exploring what autumn brings to our life-filled wetlands, woods and prairies; then get messy as we cut, paste, paint or sculpt! Dress for the weather and bring a light snack, water bottle, and a bag to keep all your projects together. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #437816-09 for the morning session, or #437816-23 for the afternoon session. This program is for ages 4-5.

My Preschooler & Me: Nature Explorers - Turtles

Tuesday, November 5, from 10-11:30 a.m., at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North Mississippi Regional Park, Minneapolis. Introduce your little one to natures wonders! Each day well explore a topic through hands-on play, stories, art and games. We head outside each class to see what we can discover. Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #416903-09. This program is for ages 2-5. Adults must accompany children and pay the program fee.

Grandparent and Child Clay

Wednesday, November 6, from 10-11:30 a.m., at Silverwood Park, St. Anthony. Grab your nearest grandchild and head to Silverwood Park to discover the unique qualities of clay when you make art together. Discover how easily clay changes shape when you squeeze and roll it with your fingers. The instructor will show you how to make a project, finding inspiration in the plants and animals within Silverwoods unique habitats. Work as a pair to make a new project each session. At the end of class, youll paint your project with bright colors. Dress for mess. Cost is $18 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation. This program is for ages 3-6.

Digging In: Family Gift-Giving

Wednesday, November 6, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Silverwood Park, St. Anthony. Silverwood is offering a three-week adult/child series designed to offer an exploration of ceramic gifts inspired by falls harvest and the changing season. Each week adults and kids have the opportunity to work together to create a unique gift for someone special. Each class will be held one night a week for three weeks. No prior experience in clay is necessary. Dress for mess. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $75 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number. #437811-16. This program is for ages 5+.

IN THE WEST METRO

My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades - Funny Farm

Monday, November 4, from 10-11 a.m., at Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista. Come explore the farm and learn more with your child through hands-on activities. Take a hike on your own to see the wonders of the farm. This is an adult/child class. Families are welcome. Adults must accompany children and pay the program fee. Come hear all about the adventures of our farm puppet friends. Cost is $4 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #437403-04. This program is for ages 1-9.

Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs - Life Underfoot

Monday, November 4, from 1-3 p.m., at Lowry Nature Center, in Carver Park Reserve, Victoria. Drop off your preschooler to discover nature in the fall. They will explore the natural world through hands-on learning, stories, songs, art, live animals, and puppet shows. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #411316-08. This program is for ages 4-5.

My Preschooler & Me: Outdoor Adventurers Lets Play American Indian Games!

Wednesday, November 6, from 10-11:30 a.m., at French Regional Park, Plymouth. This class offers fun, outdoor recreational activities for preschoolers and adults to learn and enjoy together! Each program includes an introduction to the featured recreational activity and outdoor time for exploration and play. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #425103-02. This program is for ages 3+. Adults must accompany children.

IN THE SOUTH METRO

Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs: Winters Coming - Adaptors

Tuesday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., or 1-3 p.m., at Richardson Nature Center, in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. Drop off your kids and investigate fall changes in Hyland Lake Park Reserve. We will end the day by making a craft and having a snack brought from home. Reservations are required. The morning session will be taught in English with an introduction to the Spanish language. The afternoon session is English only. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #412916-09 for the morning session, or #412916-29 for the afternoon session. This program is for ages 4-5.

My Preschooler & Me: Outdoor Adventurers - Animals Prepare for Winter

Wednesday, November 6, from 12:30-2 p.m., at Cleary Lake Regional Park, Plymouth. This class offers fun, outdoor recreational activities for preschoolers and adults to learn and enjoy together! Each program includes an introduction to the featured recreational activity and outdoor time for exploration and play. Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #424503-04. This program is for ages 3+. Adults must accompany children.

About Three Rivers Park District

Three Rivers Park District is a natural resources-based park system that manages park reserves, regional parks, regional trails and special-use facilities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Park District offers facilities for every season, including picnicking, swimming, creative play, boating, fishing, downhill skiing,

snowboarding, golf, camping and sledding; extensive trails for hiking, biking, in-line skating, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as program sites for nature, recreation, historic and farm education.

Three Rivers Park Districts mission is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. The Park District owns and operates more than 27,000 acres and serves more than 9.5 million visitors a year.

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