January 2018, Calendar of Events
Ansonia Nature & Recreation Center
BIRD FEATHERS – Sat. Jan. 27, 2 pm
Do you have a collection of bird feathers and always wondered which birds they came from? Nature Center naturalist Jessica can teach you to identify them. Enjoy viewing and touching our collection of over 100 different feathers. FREE; please call to register. For all ages.
BACK TO BASICS: Make an Herb Pillow – Sun. Feb. 4, 2 pm
Enjoy your winter afternoon creating an herb pillow. Herb pillows, or dream pillows, are small soft bags containing perfumed or sweet smelling items such as herbs. They have been around for hundreds of years and used for many different reasons. You will learn the cultural history and uses for these pillows. Create your own herb pillow for yourself or give as a gift for Valentine’s Day. MATERIALS FEE: $8. Please register; class size is limited. For ages 7 and up.
Creature Parade – Sat. Feb. 10, noon – 4 pm
FUNDRAISER: Creature Parade – Sat. Feb. 10, 12 noon – 4pm
The animals at the Ansonia Nature Center serve as ambassadors for their species, here for the purpose of teaching about the natural world. This is a chance to get up close and learn about each animal individually and learn about their adaptations and where they came from. The cost of caring for animals is considerable and your contributions will help with their specialized diets, daily care, and creature comforts. Participants will get a chance to hold a dove, pet a snake and high-five a spider. Each animal will get its own 20 minute spotlight during this afternoon fundraiser. A schedule of animal showings will be listed on our website. This program is suitable for all ages.
DONATION: $6 per person / $15 per family.
NATURE AND PLAY FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS – Sun. Feb. 11, 2:30 pm
NATURE AND PLAY FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS – Sun. Feb. 11, 2:30 pm
Do you have a child aged 8–12 with autism and other developmental delays? Would you like to join a new group playtime that meets once a month? Gently led by Ranger Amie, this group will explore ways to introduce your child to playing indoors and outdoors at the Nature Center. Monthly activities include meeting animal friends, taking a walk or easy hike, and nature crafts. Playtime will begin at 2:30 pm and end at 4:30 pm (or however long your child would like to stay). Please arrive on time. We will meet inside at the small classroom and children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the class. FREE. Pre-registration required; group limited to 10 children with adult
Session activity: Making a bottle bird feeder.
***ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS***
Creature Features – Saturdays, 12 noon
Come to meet our furry, scaly, and feathery animal ambassadors. You’ll have the chance to touch and hold them in this FREE family program for all ages
Sunday Guided Hikes – Sundays, 1 pm
Join a Nature Center guide on Sunday afternoons for fun, exercise, and learning about our trails! See the above listings for hikes with a specific theme.
Fiber Arts Group – Tuesdays, 6 pm
Get together with others to work on your fiber arts projects! Bring any kind of fiber work—knitting, felting, crocheting, etc. A great way to dedicate time to your handiwork and socialize too. FREE.