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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES South American Adventure
Friday, February 3
6 - 6:45 pm (Ages 3 - 6)
7 - 8 pm (Ages 6 & older)
Join Chris Evers, director & founder of Animal Embassy, for this exciting look at the incredible and varied wildlife of South America. Meet a variety of South American Animal Ambassadors representing diverse habitats and reflecting the amazing diversity of life on Earth. Discover how these creatures adapt to unending challenges in their own unique ways, and see some of the unique strategies that have helped these animals to survive in their particular environments.
Then, explore the Pantanal region of Brazil with Chris' amazing photographs and stories. Learn about conservation issues as you view images of one of the world's largest wetlands. View photos of Jaguars, Giant otters, Toucans, Hyacinth macaws and Caimans!
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Please call 203.977.6521 to register.
Members: $5 | Non-Members: $8 |
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ASTRONOMY NIGHTS Winter Constellations
Friday, February 3 7 pm
Join us for a new exciting series of astronomy programs! Head to the Observatory on selected Friday nights for a real treat as we explore the night sky, planets, stars, and more! Start by enjoying a presentation on the Winter Constellations, followed by a visit to view the night sky through our 22-inch telescope. The presentation portion of the program will be held rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting.
Members: Free | Non-Members: Adults $3, Children (5-17) $2.
This program is not suitable for children ages 5 and under. |
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Winter Home School Day
Tuesday, February 7
10 am - 3 pm
(Rain date: Tuesday, Feb 21)
Go back in time to see how Early American Life was in New England and discover the landscapes, rivers and terrain of Connecticut through a geographer's eyes. Investigate the adaptations of plants and animals that live in the world's habitats in our hands-on biomes lab. We'll also enjoy a bit of the outdoors with a "New England in Winter" nature hike. Self-guided activities will include a tour of our World's Fair-themed exhibit and a "Famous Places" quiz.
A group lunch period will allow for collaboration and meeting new friends. Enrollment is limited. Recommended for ages 5 and up and younger siblings are welcome to attend at no charge.
Members & Non-Members: $15 per child; no charge for home school teachers/chaperones.
To register, please call 203.977.6515 or email lmonachelli@stamfordmuseum.org. |
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Teddy Bear Tea Party Saturday, February 11
2 pm - 4 pm
Bendel Mansion's (main building)
Dress up your Teddy Bears in their party best and bring them to a special tea for Valentine's Day! Enjoy a variety of tea time treats and sweets, delight in an enchanting tale from Acting Out with Ms. Karen, and bring home your own teddy bear surprise.
Space is limited to 30 adults and 30 children, so be sure to book your spot today! To register, call 203.977.6521.
Members: $25 per person | Non-Members: $35 per person. |
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Exploring the Orchestra: Play Me a Story
Sunday, February 12
1 pm and 2:30pm
Bendel Mansion (main building)
Enjoy some favorite well-known (and not so well-known) stories as you listen and interact with a lively string quartet, playing music that brings these stories to life!
The Stamford Symphony delivers Serious Fun! These 45-minute interactive programs are child-focused, and strive to capture young imaginations in many special ways. Concerts are geared for children aged 4 to 8, and encourage all to get up-close-and-personal with the musicians. Children will have a blast discovering which instruments honk, whistle, pluck or bang!
Concerts sell out quickly, so reserve your spot today by calling 203.325.1407 x 10.
Members: $12 Adults, $8 Children | Non-Members: $15 Adults, $8 Children. All 3 Concerts: Members: Adults $33, Children $21 / Non-Members: Adults $42, Children $21.
Please do not call Stamford Museum & Nature Center for tickets. |
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ASTRONOMY NIGHTS Globe at Night and Other Citizen Science Projects
Friday, February 17 7 pm
Join us for a new exciting series of astronomy programs! Head to the Observatory on selected Friday nights for a real treat as we explore the night sky, planets, stars, and more! Start by enjoying a presentation on the Globe at Night and Other Citizen Science Projects, followed by a visit to view the night sky through our 22-inch telescope. The presentation portion of the program will be held rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting.
Members: Free | Non-Members: Adults $3, Children (5-17) $2.
This program is not suitable for children ages 5 and under. |
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Winter Break Out Day:
How Sweet It Is!
Monday, February 20
11 am to 3 pm
Visit SM&NC on your vacation break and discover all of the sweet things we have to offer! Join us for a Maple Sugar Open House and see how the sugaring season is progressing. Learn about the ecology of chocolate and make a chocolate craft to take home. Take a winter farm tour to see how all of our sweet spring babies have grown up. Join us at 2:30 for s'mores over the campfire.
Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with gate admission. |
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Vacation Drop Off Days
Tuesday, February 21 - Thursday, February 23 2 - 5 pm (Ages 5 - 8)
Explore some of your favorite parts of the SM&NC during the winter vacation. View the night sky during the day, see the farm animals get tucked in for the night, play great winter games, discover how animals get ready for winter and more.
Each day will be led by two SM&NC environmental educators and will feature visits with live animals, hands-on experiments and activities, crafts and nature walks. Peanut-free snacks will be served each day. Sign up for one day or all three! Limited to 12 children per day.
Members: $35/day or $90/3 days | Non-Members: $45/day or $120/3 days |
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ASTRONOMY NIGHTS Variable Stars: What Are They and Who Studies Them?
Friday, March 2
7 pm
Join us for a new exciting series of astronomy programs! Head to the Observatory on selected Friday nights for a real treat as we explore the night sky, planets, stars, and more! Start by enjoying a presentation on Variable Stars: What Are They and Who Studies Them?, followed by a visit to view the night sky through our 22-inch telescope. The presentation portion of the program will be held rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting.
Members: Free | Non-Members: Adults $3, Children (5-17) $2
This program is not suitable for children ages 5 and under. |
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First County Bank
Maple Sugar Festival Weekend March 3 & 4 11 am - 3 pm,
Rain or shine
A sweet tradition and family favorite returns to SM&NC! The annual family
event focusing on the deeply-rooted New England tradition of maple sugaring,
will provide plenty to do for the whole family. Visitors can see maple sugar and tree tapping demonstrations, taste many sweet maple syrup treats, make a maple-themed craft, enjoy the popular pancake brunch and go on a scavenger hunt.
For more information, call 203.322.1646 ext. 6521.
Members: $5 | Non-members: $10
Children 3 & under, Family Plus & Above Members: FREE
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Astronomy Nights: Mars Geology
Friday, March 16
7 pm
Observatory
Join us for a new exciting series of astronomy programs! Head to the Observatory on selected Friday nights for a real treat as we explore the night sky, planets, stars, and more! Start by enjoying a presentation on Mars Geology, followed by a visit to view the night sky through our 22-inch telescope. The presentation portion of the program will be held rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting.
Members: Free | Non-Members: $Adults $3, Children (5-17) $2. |
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EXPLORING THE ORCHESTRA Ruffle Some Feathers!
Sunday, March 25
1 pm and 2:30 pm
Bendel Mansion (main building)
Enjoy an "up close and personal" encounter with the Stamford Symphony woodwinds and listen as their music makes you want to take flight! Then visit with some of your bird and animal friends at the Nature Center, and see how they get moving to the music.
The Stamford Symphony delivers Serious Fun! These 45-minute interactive programs are child-focused, and strive to capture young imaginations in many special ways. Concerts are geared for children aged 4 to 8, and encourage all to get up-close-and-personal with the musicians. Children will have a blast discovering which instruments honk, whistle, pluck or bang!
Concerts sell out quickly, so reserve your spot today by calling 203.325.1407 x 10.
Members: $12 Adults, $8 Children | Non-Members: $15 Adults, $8 Children. All 3 Concerts: Members: Adults $33, Children $21 / Non-Members: Adults $42, Children $21.
Please do not call Stamford Museum & Nature Center for tickets. |
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