November 2019
Creating Composts
Do you have a green thumb? Do you want to get rid of some trash and help the environment? Do you want a pet that doesn’t shed and stays in a small bin? If you do, then join us and…
Find out more »Reuse It Recycling
It’s National Recycling Week and it’s time to learn how to reuse the trash you’re throwing away. Visit the Discovery Center and try making something new out of trash. Learn how you can save our planet by practicing the three…
Find out more »Recycling Crayons: Open House
Have your children grown and now you don’t know what to do with their crayons? Perhaps you just have too many crayons lying around the house. If you bring them to the Discovery Center, they’ll be reused in the form…
Find out more »Tales of Greek Heroes
With their likeness in the stars, the heroes are watching over us. If you’re interested in hearing the stories, join us in our portable planetarium for Tales of Greek Heroes. They may not be like your superheroes that you read…
Find out more »Recycle Mania: Open House
In celebration of National Recycling Week, the Hancock Park District will close out its festivities with an open house focused on the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. There will be informational displays, crafts and games for children, earth-themed snacks,…
Find out more »Wee Ones: In November
As the daylight dwindles, it’s a sign for nature that the days of late fall have arrived. Find out how animals and plants are getting ready for winter’s arrival and are enjoying their time in the month of November. Kids…
Find out more »Wee Ones: In November
As the daylight dwindles, it’s a sign for nature that the days of late fall have arrived. Find out how animals and plants are getting ready for winter’s arrival and are enjoying their time in the month of November. Kids…
Find out more »Game Night in the Woods
Bring a deck of cards, your favorite board game, and your family and friends because it’s game night! Explore the Discovery Center while having fun playing board games. A variety of games will be available. Are you ready to win?…
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