Program for Week Seven, August 7th, 8th, 9th
About Summer Unplugged: Thanks to the generous support from Great River Hydro, The Nature Museum brings free environmental education programming to public libraries and the Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center during the summer months. These engaging free programs highlight topics related to the unique ecology and landscape of Northern New England.
Geared toward ages Pre-K through elementary grades, all ages are welcome. Programs will be 45 minutes long with dedicated time for a story reading and any nature-related questions you may have for our expert educators.
No registration is necessary. Library programs will be outdoors with lots of space for everyone, and inside during inclement weather. Join us to unplug, discover, and learn!
Fairy Houses Building NOTE: This program is 1 hour
Calling all Fairies, Elves & Imps! Fire up your imaginations by creating your own Fairy Village. We inspire students by teaching them some building basics, showing them some inspiring examples and reading a fairy story. Then, students take to the outdoors to create fairy houses, parks, gardens, or whatever they're inspired to build! We will take a look at each other’s magical creations, hear what inspired each creator, and explore what they learned in their building process. This collaborative outdoor experience encourages creativity, problem solving, and taking a fresh look at nature's small wonders. Some materials may be provided but bringing your own is encouraged! Note: Fairy houses will be built to remain where they are with natural materials that you bring and we provide. Please only bring biodegradable and native materials.
NOTE: This program is 1 hour
Wednesday, 8/7
Springfield Main Location: The Commons Park, 63 Summer St, Springfield, VT
Rain Location: Springfield Town Library, 43 Main St, Springfield, VT
10:00AM - 11:00PM
Whiting Library: Chester, VT
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Thursday, 8/8
Silsby Free Public Library: Charlestown, NH
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Library of Walpole: Walpole, NH
1:00PM - 2:00PM
Friday, 8/9
The Bellows Falls Fish Ladder and Visitor Center (17 Bridge St, Bellows Falls, VT)
10:30PM - 11:30 PM