Programs & Events
May 2008
Please register for classes at least one week in advance by calling 309.874.2174 or emailing register-sgnc@earthlink.net.
Funks Grove Stewardship Work Days
Saturdays, May 3, 17, & 31, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Don Schmidt, the Dean of Green, leads a faithful group of
volunteers in a variety of stewardship activities every other
Saturday throughout the year. Join the group on a regular basis
or stop out on occasion to assist with exotic species removal,
seed collection, and other projects. FREE,
No registration required.
Nature Exploration
Day
Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Bring the family out for a day of fun at the
Nature Center as we celebrate the return of spring! A guided
hike, searching for signs of spring, will take place at 10:30
a.m. Stop inside to create a make-and-take craft at any time,
and don’t miss animal feeding time at 1:00 p.m. Spend some time
burning off energy in the fresh air at Imagination Grove, or
bring a good book (your own, or borrow one from our library) and
find a quiet spot under a tree. There are plenty of spots to
enjoy a picnic lunch, as well. FREE, No registration required.
Twin City Amateur
Astronomers Public Observing Session
Telescopes: Eye on the Universe
Saturday, May 3, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m.
The Twin City Amateur Astronomers Club
welcomes the public to join them for an observing session at the
Sugar Grove Observatory. A short lecture will precede
observation using the observatory telescope, as well as several
ground telescopes. You don't have to an expert to appreciate
this program, interest is all that is needed. All ages are
encouraged to attend and to dress appropriately for the weather.
The program may be cancelled in the event of a cloudy sky.
Phone Carl at 309.830.4085 or Michael at 309.825.6454 after 6:00
p.m. to confirm if you are unsure. Visit TCAA's website at
http://twincityamateurastronomers.org. FREE, no registration
required.
Nature Tails: Birds
of a Feather
Wednesday, May 21, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. OR
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Three-to-five year-olds with an adult
chaperone are invited to learn all about birds in this
entertaining, hands-on program. We’ll look at beaks, feet, and
feathers while reading a story and playing games. There will
also be a bird craft and snack. Fee: $5/child members, $7/child
non-members, Registration required.
Native Plant Sale -
Members Only
Friday, May 23, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Members are invited to a special early-bird
sale this evening and will receive a 10% discount. Click
HERE for more information
about this event as well as a list of plant species for sale.
Not a
member? This is the perfect time to join!
Native Plant Sale
Saturday, May 24, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Grow native in your garden this year! A wide
variety of native plants will be available for purchase.
Click HERE for more
information about this event as well as a list of plant species
for sale.
Crazy About Crayfish
Campfire
Friday, May 23, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Join us for our first campfire program of the
year! Learn all about crayfish, the ten-legged creatures that
inhabit our streams. Then, relax around a campfire with s'mores
and lemonade. Fee: $2/members, $5/non-members, Registration
required.
Bird Hike
Saturday, May 24, 7:30 a.m.
Meet at the Chapel in Funks Grove Cemetery.
Join members of the John Wesley Powell Audubon Society for a
hike through Funks Grove in search of migrating warblers and
arriving summer residents. Dress for hiking and bring your
binoculars! FREE, No registration required.