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UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Please call 203-438-1063 to register for an event
or if you have any questions.
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Family Camp: Hayride at Muscoot Farm
Friday, July 10, |
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Join us for a fun-filled day at nearby Muscoot Farm on Rte 100 in Katonah, NY. Families can explore a dairy barn, blacksmith shop, an old-fashioned ice house, and visit lots of farm animals. At 11:00 am we will meet for a hayride for Discovery Center guests only, and then visitors can enjoy the park for the day. Please arrive by 10:30 am to park and walk to the hayride meeting place. Bring a picnic and drinks for lunch in the picnic area.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: 203-438-1063 or info@ridgefielddiscovery.org. |
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典he Passions of Revolution" at Keeler Tavern
Sunday, July 12 |
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NYU History Professor Nicole Eustace, will present "The Passions of Revolution: Patriot Protest Movements and the Coming of Independence." Dr. Eustace will discuss public protests and public prints/cartoons of the 1760's and 1770's leading up to the American Revolution. Refreshments and guided tours of Keeler Tavern following the talk are included. For adults and children ages 12 and up.Co-sponsored with Keeler Tavern Museum.
Please register at 203-438-1063 or info@ridgefielddiscovery.org. |
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Astronomy & Grand Opening of Ridgefield Star Park
Saturday, July 25, |
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Help inaugurate Ridgefield痴 brand-new Star Park! Observe the waxing crescent Moon, and look for Saturn, Jupiter, and the Milky Way. Bring your telescope, binoculars, lawn chairs, or just your imagination! More information on the concept of the Star Park, as well as how to find it. Location: Ridgefield Star Park (aka Onalfo Field, behind the ice rink), Prospect Ridge, Ridgefield, CT. (Parking at the Bark Park) Co-sponsored with the Ridgefield Parks & Rec Dept.
Please register at 203-438-1063 or info@ridgefielddiscovery.org.
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Family Camp: Fascinating Honey Bees
Wednesday, July 29 |
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Who lives in a bee hive, how many eggs a day does the queen lay, how much honey does a bee make in her lifetime? Visit the Ridgefield home of beekeeper Terry Bearden-Rettger and learn about the life of the honey bee. Visitors will get an up close look at the honey bees at work in an observation hive. Location: 10 Hamilton Road, Ridgefield, CT
Please register at 203-438-1063 or info@ridgefielddiscovery.org. |
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Carnivorous Plants with Matt Robey
Saturday, Aug. 8 |
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Matt Robey of Redding has been collecting and growing carnivorous plants for 36 years. He will share with us a 30 min. video from the PBS "Nature" series depicting the development and habits of carnivorous plants, followed by his hands on experiences in cultivating these wonderful specimens. Matt will have a variety of plants on display, from the popular Venus flytrap to sticky sundews and pitcher plants. For adults and children ages 8 and up. Location: Ridgefield Rec Center, 195 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT. Co-sponsored with the Ridgefield Parks & Rec Dept.
Please register at 203-438-1063 or info@ridgefielddiscovery.org. |
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Family Camp: Art Explorers & Picnic at the Aldrich
Tuesday, August 11 |
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Bring a blanket and picnic for lunch. Enjoy a special visit to the Aldrich Museum. We値l start off with a picnic in the sculpture garden. After lunch we値l have a docent-led tour of the sculpture garden, story book time and hands-on-activities inspired by the artist's work. This exhibit is fascinating for adults and children, and is a great opportunity to explore the relationship between art and nature. Location: Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 258 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT. Contact The Discovery Center for details.
Space is limited and you must register and pay in advance for this special program. |
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Family Camp: Campfire with Night Hike, Storytelling & S知ores
Friday, August 14, |
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Join us for an evening of outdoor summer fun. We値l begin with a night hike on the trails to learn about animals that become active at sunset. Then we値l head back to the campfire for storytelling and s知ores for all! bring a blanket and chair. Location: Ridefield Rec Center Fire pit, 195 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT. Co-sponsored with the Ridgefield Parks & Rec Dept.
Please register at 203-438-1063 or info@ridgefielddiscovery.org. |
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Womens Hiking Group Every Tues, and Thurs. |
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Groups will meet twice a week and hike for about 1 hour. A new trail will be chosen each week.
This program is a great way to exercise and meet new friends. When Ridgefield Public Schools are closed,
we will not hike. Meeting place for hikes in on our Blog,
or call 203-438-1063.
Members free; $5 for non-members.
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If you would like to attend an event, it is always important to register by calling 203-438-1063 or e-mailing info@ridgefielddiscovery.org, in case there is a change in time or place. Also, if not enough people register for certain events, the event may be cancelled. So, please be sure to register.