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Camouflage Critters – Live Animal Program
Camouflage Critters – Live Animal Program
Camouflage Critters – Live Animal Program February 4th, 2:30PM -3:30 PM How do animals hide themselves in the wild? Why would animals need to disguise themselves? Meet and greet some fascinating creatures from Eyes of the Wild and learn how and why they use camouflage. Fee: Families: $25/family for Members; $35/Family for Non-Members. Registration required…
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Tales on the Trails – Groundhogs
Tales on the Trails – Groundhogs
Tales on the Trails – Groundhogs Wednesday, February 7th, 1-1:45 PM Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Discover the wonders of the outdoor world with your little one. This program begins in the gardens of Van Vleck with a story, then continues with a walk, and concludes with a simple craft or activity. All programs focus…
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Family Program: I Love NYC
Family Program: I Love NYC
Happy Valentine’s Day! For this Family Program, we will take inspiration from the Times Square Love & Design Competition. This annual competition invites architecture firms to think about how a Valentine sent from the heart of Times Square could express love for everyone. We will look at the various designs for this public piece of…
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Outdoor Adventures – Great Backyard Bird Count
Outdoor Adventures – Great Backyard Bird Count
Outdoor Adventures – Great Backyard Bird Count Saturday, February 17th, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm The Great Backyard Bird Count is a global event that takes place from Friday, February 16 through Monday, February 19 (https://www.birdcount.org). Each year, volunteers tally the birds they see in backyards, parks, and natural areas. Stop by Van Vleck House…
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Keepsakes: Guatemala
Keepsakes: Guatemala
Co-presented with Bula Arts and Culture, join us for a Saturday Family Workshop highlighting Guatemala. Create a keepsake to take home, plus an interactive live performance and storytelling by Ch’umilkaj Nicho, Tito Medina and Kevin Ortiz Lemus. Art project is designed for ages 4 and up.
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Tiny Gallery at Van Vleck – Yana Rodin
Tiny Gallery at Van Vleck – Yana Rodin
The February artist in our Visitor’s Center Tiny Gallery is Yana Rodin Yana Rodin is a former Montclairian now based in Seattle. Her work investigates a personal connection to the world: how she is both a part of it and an observer at the same time. She likes to shift the interpretation of her art…
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Maple Sugaring Program
Maple Sugaring Program
Our annual Maple Sugaring Program is coming! Saturday, March 2nd (rain date March 3rd) Tour Times: 10:00 – 11:00 AM 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM 12:45 – 1:45 PM 2:00 – 3:00 PM Looking for a super sweet activity the whole family will love? Don’t miss Van Vleck House & Gardens’ annual Maple Sugaring event!…