August Events
Ansonia Nature Center
BUTTERFLIES AND DRAGONFLIES – Wed. Aug. 22, 1 pm
Rescheduled class. New Date
Enjoy an afternoon at the park on our guided hike. Explore Redwing Pond and our meadows for these beautiful six-legged, four-winged insects. See our native butterfly gardens and learn the benefits of native plants to our CT butterflies and dragonflies. FREE.
ROCKS IN SPACE: Perseid Meteor Showers – Sun. Aug. 12, 8 pm
Come to Ansonia’s darkest location for some unusual night sky viewing with Bob Carruthers and the New Haven Astronomical Society. In addition to a chance to see the annual meteor showers, there will be a short talk about meteorites. You will get to view and touch meteorites from around the world. This night will be the peak of the showers! No need to bring anything except for warm clothing and a chair. Telescopes and binoculars are not necessary. Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE.
CATTAIL MAT WEAVING – Sat. Aug. 18 and Sat. Sept. 1, 10 am - 2 pm
Join Ranger Dan for a 2-part series on cattails. Week 1 we will begin to collectively work on a mat made from the cattail reeds, and week 2 we will add the finishing touches to our mat. Learn how Native Americans from the Eastern Woodlands would use these reeds! Pack a bag lunch, and be prepared for swampy conditions. Adults only. FEE: $10 per person covers both weeks. Please pre-register; class limited to 8.