Explore the fundamentals of astronomy, from planets and stars to the objects and phenomena that fill our universe. A classroom discussion is followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine.Ages 8 and older.
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Explore the fundamentals of astronomy, from planets and stars to the objects and phenomena that fill our universe. A classroom discussion is followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine.Ages 8 and older.
Join Samantha Hightower for a family-friendly art event in support of the Art2Hearts Foundation. Together, we’ll create colorful canvases to be donated to pediatric hospitals, helping bring warmth, joy, and a sense of comfort to children during their hospital stays. Art2Hearts brings artists and communities together to…
Shop from a large selection of jigsaw puzzles for all ages! Donations of puzzles are welcome and accepted up until and during the puzzle sale. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library.
(All Ages) Bring up to eight people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider. Participants will carry and press their own apples and c…
(4-7 yrs.) Join us for a cozy tea party on the farm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal, help us decorate for the party and read a story. We will enjoy drinks and cookies in a special environmentally friendly tea set and meet one of our animals.Sign up for sessions starting at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Explore the history and variety of sundials, then make your own paper sundial. The program begins in the Roll-Top Observatory classroom and is followed by telescope viewing of the sun. Instruction is provided by Analemma Society volunteers.Ages 8 and older.
Enjoy free-play and socializing in a casual setting. Light refreshments provided. Ages 0 - 6 with adult. Registration encouraged, but not required. Cospon sored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library!
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes for the first 30 minutes and then socialize for the last 30 minutes. Ages 18 months - 3 years old with adult. Registration encouraged, but not required. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library!
Tour the planets and moons visible in the current night sky, then explore through telescopes, weather permitting. No astronomy experience is needed. The program meets in the Roll-Top Observatory, rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered.Ages 6 and older.
Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA) Adaptive Golf Clinics are back! Personalized instruction for golfers of all abilities. Free!Pick the date or dates that work for you and join us for an afternoon of golf, learning and skill-building activities!Open to all players, including non-VSGA members.Maximum 20 participants…
(5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
(4-Adult) Enjoy a night hike to learn about nocturnal hunters. Listen to taped calls of owls and coyotes and possibly catch a glimpse of them in the forest. End the evening with s'mores round the campfire. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program.
(6-Adult) Use your eyes and ears to identify native birds as you embark on a guided walk with one of our naturalists. Both beginner birders and veterans welcome. Bring your own binoculars or use one of ours.
