Upcoming Events at the Greenburgh Nature Center

JUNE WEEKDAY CLASSES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

Children and parents or caregivers come for an hour of nature fun.  Dress for outdoor activity.  Except in extreme weather conditions, a portion of each class is spent outdoors. Admittance closes 15 minutes after the start of the program. 

NO PRE-REGISTRATION OR PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED.

NATURE BUGS (2-5 years old)

Meet a museum animal, hear a story and do a craft or nature game.

MON: 1:30-2:30PM

JUNE 4, 11, 18, 25

Members: $5 adult; $4 child

Non-members: $9 adult; $7 child

CRITTERS, CRAFTS AND KIDS (18 months-5 years old)

Enjoy wonderful summer days at the Nature Center with walks, live animals and stories.

WED: 10-11AM

JUNE 6, 13, 20, 27

Members: $5 adult; $4 child

Non-members: $9 adult; $7 child

JUNE WEEKDAY MORNING PROGRAM FOR ADULTS:

TRAILWALKER'S CLUB

Slip on your sneakers and join our Trailwalker's Club! Trailwalkers aims to get adults of all ages outdoors for brief 20-30 minute morning walks in the woods. Walks held every Tuesday morning, weather permitting, from 8-8:30am. Just show up in front of the Manor House at 8am to check in, make new friends and start the day with fresh air and exercise.

TUES: 8-8:30AM

JUNE 5, 12, 19, 26

Members/Non-members: FREE

JUNE EVENING PROGRAM FOR ADULTS:

The following program is hosted by the Greenburgh Nature Center in partnership with either The Sierra Club Lower Hudson Group or the Town of Greenburgh’s Conservation Advisory Council (CAC). The program is designed for adults and high school students.

WED, JUNE 13, 7PM REFRESHMENTS / 7:30PM PROGRAM — DIRT: THE ECSTATIC SKIN OF THE EARTH — William Bryant Logan, a certified arborist and award-winning writer, will discuss the importance of dirt. He shares, "The most mysterious place on Earth is right beneath our feet." His book Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth, inspired the documentary Dirt! The Movie.  While here, visit our Natural

History Exhibit entitled Beautiful Dirt: A Look into the Amazing Story Underfoot. This program will be held at the Nature Center in partnership with the Sierra Club Lower Hudson Group. FREE

JUNE WEEKEND PROGRAMS

All programs are per person and include admission to indoor exhibits and Animal Museum. Space is limited; pre-payment required for some events. Admittance closes 15 minutes after the start of the program.

SUN, JUNE 3, 11AM – NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM WEEK FAMILY PROGRAM –

THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF STORYTIME – Join Senior Naturalist Dean Fausel for Storytime, based on our popular Critter, Crafts and Kids class held weekly on Wednesday mornings. If you haven’t been able to make it during the week, here’s your chance! The hour includes a story, animals, craft, and activity all based on a common nature theme. Recommended for children ages 2-6. Special for Museum Week: FREE

SAT, JUNE 9, 11AM – AN EYE OPENING NATURE WALK WITH AUTHOR DANA PERRI AS YOUR GUIDE – Local author, Dana Perri, reads from her "Think…then Jump™" children’s series, then guides children on a multi-sensory learning excursion through the Nature Center’s beautiful grounds. Returning to the outdoor stage, they put their imaginations to work through drawings, writings, games and activities. Don’t miss this special journey! All children welcome. Geared for ages 5-10. Parents must accompany children at all times. Think…then Jump™ books and shirts will be available for signing and purchase. Members $5, Non-Members $8 ($25 for family)

SUN, JUNE 10, 2PM – CREATURES OF WOODFROG POND – Join Naturalist John Mancuso to explore Woodfrog Pond. Begin indoors with an introduction, featuring live animals, then walk to our pond and use a net to catch some of the creatures living there. Requires appropriate dress; limited enrollment. Members $5, Non-Members $8 ($25 for family)

SAT, JUNE 16, 10AM – GARDENING SERIES #3: BRINGING BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES, SKIPPERS, AND MOTHS INTO YOUR YARD WITH THE RIGHT PLANTS – Have you noticed that there are far fewer butterflies around now than there were when you were a kid? Learn how to attract and support these spectacular creatures in your own yard by planting “host plants" to sustain the caterpillars, and “nectar plants” to feed the adults.  Third of a three-part series presented by Kim Eierman, native landscape expert. Come learn about plants, even if you missed the other programs. Limited enrollment; pre-registration online. Members: $20 per program; non-members: $25 per program. An assortment of plants are available for purchase after the program. 

SAT, JUNE 16, 10AM – MUDDY SNEAKERS - LEAVE NO STONE UNTURNED –

Join Director of Education & Living Collections Travis Brady as he leads an excursion through the Nature Center’s woods and fields to explore ways to play in and with nature. Let’s re-pioneer the world of outdoor play! Members $5, Non-Members $8 ($25 for family)

SUN, JUNE 24, 2PM – MEET THE ANIMALS – Visit with some of the Nature Center’s live animals. Our naturalist presents an informative program that allows you to get up close and even hands-on! What wild fun will you have today? Members $5, Non-Members $8 ($25 for family)

NEW INDOOR EXHIBIT

Runs June 16-September 2

WALK AMONG LIVE BUTTERFLIES

Butterflies are returning to the Nature Center. When you step into our greenhouse, in addition to colorful and fragrant flowering plants, you’ll be greeted by native butterflies. Flying freely among the greenery, you’ll see Monarchs, Painted Ladies and Swallowtails fluttering from blossom to blossom in search of nourishing nectar. You may even observe them resting in a shady spot to cool off or see them sipping water from a puddle.

While enjoying the beauty of these delicate creatures, you’ll have an opportunity to learn about the life cycle of a butterfly, from egg and caterpillar stages, to chrysalis and butterfly. You’ll also discover the unique relationship between specific plants and butterflies.

Exhibit appropriate for all ages. FREE with Museum admission. Sponsored in part by Central Animal Hospital, Geraldine Stutz Trust, Inc., ShopRite, WFAS, Whole Foods Market and Westchester County Parks.

ANNUAL NATURAL HISTORY EXHIBIT 2012

Through September 30

BEAUTIFUL DIRT:

A Look Into The Amazing Story Underfoot

Dirt is everywhere - there is no getting away from it – nor should you want to! Mankind cannot survive without dirt. It literally supports us all. The dirt we are referring to is better known as soil. This soil is the foundation of life, a vital component of our natural environment. It is the starting (and ending) point for almost everything we find in our environment and use in our daily lives. This exciting and interactive exhibit is an introduction to the astonishing world of dirt – a world that should not be feared

or ignored, but rather explored, respected and nurtured. Come dig your hands in and discover the secret world that lies beneath us all. Sponsored in part by Houlihan Lawrence (Scarsdale), WFAS and Westchester County Parks. Included with Museum admission – FREE for Members!