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Balloon twister, bon fire, face painting, kids indoor games, home depot craft project, hot chocolate bar. Food and beverages available for purchase. Weather permitting: Sledding and cross country skiing. Bingo for kids: 1:00-3:00pm. Ball drop at 3:30pm.
Learn about how some animals adapt during the winter and visit with Sir Charles, an Eastern Box Turtle! We will learn about hibernation, brumation, etc., from a naturalist from Peck Park Farm.
Celebrate like it’s 1759! Ring in the New Year French-Canadian fur trader style with stories and games of Illinois Country. Enjoy a warm drink around a toasty fire. Make a vintage French craft to take home as a keepsake of this family-friendly event and the Bonne Année, or good year, to come.
Calling all history buffs, friendly faces and folks who want to get more involved in their community. The Batavia Depot Museum can connect you! Tour the museum and research center and learn about ways you can help us meet our mission of collecting, preserving and sharing local history.
Come and join us for a splashtastic family night. Enjoy a night of water slides, our awesome inflatable obstacle course, splash zones, zero entry pool, music and more. A Winter/Valentine’s Day themed craft area will be set for all ages. Refreshment will be available. January 13th: Winter themed February 10th: Valentine’s Day themed Early bird...
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
REGISTER BY THE THURSDAY BEFORE. Does a box turtle eat the same thing as a snapping turtle? Is there really a salamander in there? Is the snake slimy? Let’s find out! This program is limited and is your chance to see up close as a naturalist feeds all the nature center’s animals. Ask questions and...
Don’t let cabin fever give your family the winter blues – enjoy some cheer with our Winter Bash to ring in the new year! Bundle up and bring your friends, family, and festive spirit for an indoor / outdoor event full of hot cocoa, activities, and entertainment! Special visitors from Free Siberian Rescue will be...
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