February 2018
Green Valentines
Drop by Austin Gardens to make a beautiful and unique green valentine for your loved ones! Enjoy a valentine's snack and used recycled materials to create a card that shows how much you care! This is a drop in program so come any time. Registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Each child in your family must be a registered participant.
Find out more »October 2018
Halloween Movie Day for Kids
Start your afternoon by creating Eek-o-friendly masks while creepy music plays to get in the "spirit" of things then weather permitting, we'll go out to the patio for s'mores and ghost stories by the fire pits. We'll then go inside, turn out the lights, turn up the sound and play a creepy Halloween movie and munch on movie snacks. Registration is required. Each child in your family must be a registered participant.
Find out more »April 2019
Natural Egg Dyeing
Skip the kit and try coloring Easter eggs with natural materials like coffee grinds, blueberries, onion and other kitchen finds & plants. Each participant will color half a dozen eggs to take home. Registration includes 2 family members. Each additional family member $6.00.
Find out more »October 2019
Halloween Movie Day for Kids
Start your afternoon by creating Eek-o-friendly masks while creepy music plays to get in the "spirit" of things then weather permitting, we'll go out to the patio for s'mores and ghost stories by the fire pits. We'll then go inside, turn out the lights, turn up the sound and play a creepy Halloween movie and munch on movie snacks. Registration is required. Each child in your family must be a registered participant.
Find out more »November 2019
Stop by for Science
Stop by on Saturday for some Science Fun! We're do experiments, learn about different fields of science and explore the scientific method!
Find out more »December 2019
Family Green Gifting
Get creative this holiday season and create gifts that friendly to the earth. Enjoy spending time together and making gifts for the people you care about! Each family will make 4 unique gifts!
Find out more »Little Green Gifters
Drop your kids off at this eco-friendly workshop while you do your holiday shopping. Kids will learn the benefits of recycling and repurposing materials while they make earth friendly creative gifts for everyone in the family!
Find out more »Trash to Treasure
Don't let your holiday trash go to waste! Bring your bows, wrapping paper, and cards from the holiday season and make something beautiful out of them!
Find out more »January 2020
Stop by for Science
Stop by on Saturday for some Science Fun! We're do experiments, learn about different fields of science and explore the scientific method!
Find out more »February 2020
Groundhogs
Who is Punxsutawney Phil and why do we care if he sees his shadow? Stop by Austin gardens to learn all about groundhogs and their pal Phil! Make a groundhogs inspired craft and celebrate the arrival of spring or the last days of winter! First two family members Res fee $10 per person - Fee $13 Additional family members 40% off. All participants must be registered on same receipt in order for discount to apply.
Find out more »Nature’s Valentines
Spend the evening learning about perfect pairs in the animal world. Finish by making your own animal valentines and enjoying a special Valentine’s Day treat! First two family members Res fee $10 per person - Fee $13 Additional family members 40% off. All participants must be registered on same receipt in order for discount to apply.
Find out more »July 2020
Family Nature Night
Enjoy family time being creative! Each family night will consist of theme based projects, games and activities. All family members must pre-register to ensure we are not exceeding capacity limits. Res Fee $10 per person - Fee $13 7/24 - Lightning Bugs/Nifty Night Nature 8/7 - The Buzz on Bees
Find out more »June 2021
Family Nature Night
June 18 - Dandy Animal Dads July 16 - Lightning Bugs August 20 - Busy Bees
Find out more »October 2021
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
A puzzle and scavenger hunt designed to keep players on their toes while they search for answers all over Austin Gardens. Players will be provided a flashlight and there will be prizes & candy! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Find out more »October 2022
Spooky Stroll
Spend the evening strolling through the spooky setting of Austin Gardens, decorate your own pumpkin, get your face painted, and finish the evening with a magic show! Halloween costumes encouraged. Each person attending must be registered. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Find out more »January 2023
Arctic Adventures
We have coats, hats, and gloves to keep us warm in the winter, but how do polar bears stay warm? Today we’re playing in the snow and learning all about the animals that live in this weather all year round. Includes story, craft, sensory time, and a science experiment perfect for your little ones.
Find out more »February 2023
Winter Fest
Enjoy old fashioned fun in the snow with outdoor games, music, snacks and a warm fire pit on the patio. Inside the Nature Center, play a winter-themed nature game and make a winter-themed nature craft! All ages welcome! Admission is FREE. No registration required.
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