Tales on the Trails – Fall Flowers

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 1:45PM 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.  A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.  Programs will be held outdoors, weather…

Tales on the Trails – Pumpkin Pals

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 1:45PM 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.  A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.  Programs will be held outdoors, weather…

Nocturnal Critters 2023

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Spend an early evening in Van Vleck Gardens meeting nocturnal animals from Eyes of the Wild, an exotic animal rescue. Learn about these fascinating creatures who are awake while we are asleep. This presentation is for families with children 5 and up, but all are welcome. Program will be held outdoors (moving inside the Education…

Outdoor Adventures – Beneficial Bats

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Outdoor Adventures  Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm October 28th – Beneficial Bats November 11th – Falling Leaves December 9th – Getting Ready for Winter Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn about the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activity sheets and displays. Each program will focus on…

Outdoor Adventures – Falling Leaves

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Outdoor Adventures  Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm October 28th – Beneficial Bats November 11th – Falling Leaves December 9th – Getting Ready for Winter Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn about the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activity sheets and displays. Each program will focus on…

Tales on the Trails – Chipmunks and Squirrels

Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 1:45PM 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.  A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.  Programs will be held outdoors, weather…

UrbanGlass Open Studios: Winter in the City

UrbanGlass 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Have you ever noticed all the glass you encounter every day in the city? From mosaics in the subway to windows in skyscrapers, glass makes our city a more vibrant and exciting place. Join us for Open Studios: Winter in the City and discover the many ways glass shapes the world around us with an…

Free – $75

Outdoor Adventures – Getting Ready for Winter

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Outdoor Adventures  Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm October 28th – Beneficial Bats November 11th – Falling Leaves December 9th – Getting Ready for Winter Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn about the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activity sheets and displays. Each program will focus on…

Tales on the Trails -Feathered Friends of Winter

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 1:45PM 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.  A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.  Programs will be held outdoors, weather…

Family Program: Skyscrapers

Center for Architecture 536 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY, United States

Bring your building crew and get ready for skyscrapers – the ultimate challenge! Around the world, skyscrapers are being built taller than ever before. During this program, we will explore what makes these structures so strong and how their design enables them to reach such dizzying heights. Families will take inspiration and ideas from amazing…

$15

Outdoor Adventures – Animal Tracks & Signs

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Saturday, January 27th, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Footprints in the snow, a nest resting on a tree branch, and a feather found on a hiking trail are all signs that an animal may be nearby. Join us for our Outdoor Adventures program to learn about animal signs, what to look for and what it tells…

Tales on the Trails – Groundhogs

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

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…

Outdoor Adventures – Great Backyard Bird Count

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

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…

Tales on the Trails – Bird Nests

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Tales on the Trails – Bird Nests Wednesdays, 1-1:45 PM Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Learn about how and why birds build their nests this time of year and what materials they use. Look at real bird nests, and make a bird nest craft to bring home. Enjoy a stroll through the gardens in search…