PLEASE NOTE: October Book club selection has been changed to Semiosis by Sue Burke due to insufficient copies of The Marsh Bird at the library. Ages 10+, free. Calling all nature lovers! In collaboration with the Standley Lake and Arvada libraries, we invite you to join us for a monthly book group to read and…
Drop by during public hours to select from a buffet of seeds from the garden, take what what you want and make your own seed mix from plants in the garden. Have extra xeric or native seeds? You can bring them for a seed swap. Supplies limited - seeds available until November 2 or until…
Ages 3-6, free. Dress up in your favorite costume and join us for a Halloween-themed craft, game and celebration. Registration required, space is limited. Register here.
Adults, $5. Fall is an exciting time for birding in the Front Range! Migratory birds are passing through and each day brings a different bird! Whether you’re new to birding or you can ID any bird at a glance, join us for a leisurely walk as we go looking for birds throughout Arvada. Register here.
Drop by during public hours to select from a buffet of seeds from the garden, take what what you want and make your own seed mix from plants in the garden. Have extra xeric or native seeds? You can bring them for a seed swap. Supplies limited - seeds available until November 2 or until…
Drop by during public hours to select from a buffet of seeds from the garden, take what what you want and make your own seed mix from plants in the garden. Have extra xeric or native seeds? You can bring them for a seed swap. Supplies limited - seeds available until November 2 or until…
Ages 2-12. Free. Connect with your little ones in our Nature Explore Space. Try new activities or simply free-play in nature with wood cookies, forts, and more. Dress for the weather - outdoors only. Register here.
Ages 6-12, $15, all supplies included. Let your little artists paint for you as an instructor leads this step-by-step tutorial to create an acrylic masterpiece. No experience is necessary. Register online and don’t forget your painting clothes! Register here.
Ages 16+, $10. Join us to practice mindfulness and connection with nature. Drawing upon the principles of "Deep Ecology", instructors will be using a variety of modalities to build partnership and peace of mind with nature. This month will focus on forest bathing, with other practices including ecopsychology, mindfulness meditation, and a variety of other…
Cancelled. Ages 2-6, Free! Explorers can build their confidence outside through hands-on experiences and interactive learning activities designed to nurture curiosity and respect for all living things.
Ages 5+, free. People of all ages will have fun creating nature-themed art. Join us as we use magazine images to create a collage masterpiece in this relaxing and family-friendly evening. Register here.
Adults, free. Experience the changing seasons using photography to capture a mood, notice details that might otherwise be overlooked, and create images that will evoke your memories while enjoying a nature walk during the golden hour. Register here.
All ages, free. Join us in the garden for story time with a few good books. Enjoy children’s books about nature and the environment from timeless classics to new discoveries. Register in advance, space is limited. Register here.
Celebrate the season in a day dedicated to everything autumn. From the changing colors to majestic animals, we’ll explore the beauty and wonder of the season with art and hands-on activities. Ages 6-10, $75. Register here.
It’s time to be grateful! Let your kiddo immerse themselves in nature in an intentional day of art, movement and nature journaling, all focused on exploring the beauty of the world around us. Ages 6-10, $75. Register here.
