February 2023
Puppet Show: The Barn
Visit the farm and meet the animals that live in the barn. However, the farmer plans to move her animals into a new barn. What will happen to the old barn? Will anyone move in? Come out to our puppet…
Find out more »Puppet Show: The Barn
Visit the farm and meet the animals that live in the barn. However, the farmer plans to move her animals into a new barn. What will happen to the old barn? Will anyone move in? Come out to our puppet…
Find out more »Puppet Show: The Barn
Visit the farm and meet the animals that live in the barn. However, the farmer plans to move her animals into a new barn. What will happen to the old barn? Will anyone move in? Come out to our puppet…
Find out more »Puppet Show: The Barn
Visit the farm and meet the animals that live in the barn. However, the farmer plans to move her animals into a new barn. What will happen to the old barn? Will anyone move in? Come out to our puppet…
Find out more »Great Backyard Bird Count
Help scientists study birds in winter by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. This national bird count runs from February 17-20. Help us count birds at the Discovery Center’s feeders. Learn all about the count and how to participate…
Find out more »Game Night in the Woods
Bring a deck of cards, your favorite board game, and your family and friends because it is game night! We will provide some favorites like Uno, checkers, and Candy Land to name a few. This is a nice opportunity to…
Find out more »President’s Day: Open House
It is Presidents’ Day and a great time to look into the past at some of the fun facts about our U.S. Presidents. Do you have a favorite president? There will be lots of fun facts to learn about our…
Find out more »Planetarium: Galaxies Galore
Learn all about galaxies and their different types that can be found in our universe. In our planetarium, we will view and learn about a few of the many galaxies that are out in space. We will also view other…
Find out more »Animal Nest Box Plans
One of a few ways to help wildlife in your backyard is to provide them with a nesting box to live in. With spring quickly approaching, now is the best time to build and set up a nesting box. Learn…
Find out more »Movie Night in the Park
Winter is a great time to gather, enjoy popcorn, and watch a movie. Bring the family out, enjoy a family friendly movie, and have a look around the Discovery Center before the movie starts. After January 1, call the Hancock…
Find out more »Wee Ones: American Badger
The American badger lives in our area, but it is rarely seen. Children can look at our mounted badger and check out its long claws, which are great for digging. Badger fur, skull, and tracks will be available to look…
Find out more »Wee Ones: American Badger
The American badger lives in our area, but it is rarely seen. Children can look at our mounted badger and check out its long claws, which are great for digging. Badger fur, skull, and tracks will be available to look…
Find out more »Invasive Species of Ohio
February 27 through March 3 is National Invasive Species Awareness Week. Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our natural communities as they outcompete native wildlife for resources. Learn about invasive species, which ones can be found in…
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