September events at Sugar Grove Nature Center

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[September 03, 2015]  FUNKS GROVE - Following is a list of events for children and families at Sugar Grove Nature Center for the month of September.

Little Wonders
Ages 3-5 (with adult chaperone)
Wednesday, September 16;
10:00-11:30 a.m. or 1:00-2:30 p.m.


Kids and their adult chaperones will discover the wonders of nature in this hands-on, interactive class. We’ll go through an entire campout in an hour and a half! Build a pretend fire, hike, star gaze, listen to the night animals, head to bed, and wake up in the morning! A snack will accompany story time (let us know of any food allergies) and a fun craft will be created.

Registration and prepayment required with member discounts. Registration details can be found at http://www.sugargrovenaturecenter.org/register.html
Registration deadline: September 11.

Campfire Program: Moths
Friday, September 18; 6:30-8:00 p.m.


Bring the family out for a relaxing evening learning all about the lives of moths. After the program, we’ll create a fun craft, then enjoy s’mores and beverages around the campfire.

Registration and prepayment required with member discounts. Registration details can be found at http://www.sugargrovenaturecenter.org/register.html

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Homeschool Discover & Draw: Butterflies
Ages 6-8, September 24; 10-11:30 a.m.
Ages 9-12, September 24; 1-3 p.m.


Science meets art in this unique program. Participants will study butterflies using photos, specimens, and hopefully by finding some to watch outside. We’ll then take the information and use it to create a drawing.

Registration and prepayment required with member discounts, all supplies provided. Registration and prepayment required. Registration details can be found at http://www.sugargrovenaturecenter.org /register.html  Registration deadline: September 17.

For more information, please email register@sugargrovenaturecenter.org  or phone 309-874-2174.

Sugar Grove Nature Center is located in beautiful, historic Funks Grove, just south of Bloomington-Normal. For a map and directions to the Nature Center, membership and program information visit us on-line at www.sugargrove naturecenter.org.

[Janet Rasmussen]

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