During this in-person class we will learn how to draw owls, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. We will have the supplies for drawing in pencil and cover drawing in pencil for shape, proportion and contour, with recommendations of how to add color in pastels or watercolors. This class is suitable for all levels…
Did you know that most New Year's resolutions are given up by mid January? Truth! Your goals go on and on, you don't have a plan, then, you get discouraged and pack it in until next year. Sound familiar? Learn how to get things done the easy way with simple time management skills, taught by…
Savoy Bookshop & Café presents an author talk and Q&A with Christine Baumgarthuber for the new book, Fermented Foods. About the Book Fermented Foods serves up the history and science behind some of the world’s most enduring food and drink. It begins with wine, beer, and other heady brews before going on to explore the…
The wildly popular Ice in the Village event will be taking place once again at Olde Mistick Village from Friday, January 14th through Sunday, January 16th. The village will transform into a winter wonderland with ice sculptures on display throughout starting at 5 p.m. on Friday and will also be extending its hours on Friday…
While we are all conscious of the quality of our drinking water, you may not be aware of the quality of the water we are giving to our plants. In some cases, poor water quality can cause plants to discolor, become stunted, or grow irregularly. Join us in this online class offered via Zoom to…
Join us for our free drop off program for children ages 5 to 10 to learn more about our local animals, plants, and habitats. This program’s topic is tracking! We will search for signs of animals, including tracks and scat. Preregistration is required. This class is outdoors except in inclement weather. Please bring a mask.…
Get the family together, embrace the cold and have fun on a winter day with the Nature Center! We’ll work together to build a shelter out of found materials, as well as learning tips and techniques for starting campfires! Preregistration is required. Masks are required indoors, optional when outside. This program is suited for families.…
Muffin Tin Pizzas! Join Food Explorers to make Muffin Tin Pizzas! Exploring food encourages children to learn through sensory experiences, hands-on activities and working together to create delicious results. Food Explorers provides children with the knowledge to make healthy choices for themselves. By combining nutrition education with cooking and hands-on food exploration, you'll have a…
Have your children ages 5-10 enjoy their day off from school by embracing the cold and have fun learning the science behind ice. We will have fun spending time building with ice blocks and begin the process of creating an ice suncatcher. Dress warmly and bring an extra pair of gloves! Please bring a mask.…
Start the week off right and join the Nature Center to enjoy the full Wolf Moon as we hike in the crisp winter air to admire beautiful views of the moon and the Mystic River. Meet at the bottom of the hill at the Peace Sanctuary at 233 River Rd in Mystic. This hike is…
Bring your friends, start a team, and win prizes at Trivia Night from 7pm to 10pm. Trivia provided by Harrison who is back by popular demand hosting on the microphone. If you work in hospitality or at a local attraction, show your badge and enjoy $4 drafts and our Happy Hour Menu all night long!
Bring your friends, start a team, and win prizes at Trivia Night from 7pm to 10pm. Trivia provided by Harrison who is back by popular demand hosting on the microphone. If you work in hospitality or at a local attraction, show your badge and enjoy $4 drafts and our Happy Hour Menu all night long!
Winter is the best time of year to look for ducks in Southern New England. Join us in this program offered via Zoom as we discover which species of waterfowl can be found here for the winter and who flies away in the summer. We will take a look at ducks, geese, and swans and…
Savoy Bookshop & Café presents an author talk and Q&A with Zachary Garceau for the new book, Great Stories from Westerly's Past. About the Book A unique look into Westerly's storied history. Great Stories From Westerly's Past offers more than sixty articles showcasing how so many people, places, and events from the last 350 years…
Join us with Sandra Wheeler, professional organizer and owner of For Peace of Mind, who will share key steps to getting more organized in your home or office. Learn steps to organize what you use and love and how to let go of the rest. See your spaces differently and repurpose them. Speaker Bio Sandra…
In this class geared towards preschool children ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver, children explore nature every month. Activities, circle time, animals and lots of time outside give the students and caregivers plenty of time to socialize and enjoy the outdoor world! Masks are required for adults and encouraged for children…
For adults and children with sensory sensitivities, some hiking locations can be easier than others. Join us for this Sensory Friendly Nature Hike at DPNC. With an educator as our guide, we will enjoy making winter discoveries. Meets at DPNC. This program is suited for adults and families, especially those with sensory sensitivities. Members and…
Savoy Bookshop & Café presents an author signing with Michelle Fishpaw for the book, Claire's Voice. About the Book Imagine a mother's horror when she finds her 11-month-old daughter suffering on the floor after being shaken by a babysitter. Against the odds, Claire Fishpaw survived and continually amazed her doctors. This book is the story…
Bring your friends, start a team, and win prizes at Trivia Night from 7pm to 10pm. Trivia provided by Harrison who is back by popular demand hosting on the microphone. If you work in hospitality or at a local attraction, show your badge and enjoy $4 drafts and our Happy Hour Menu all night long!
Bring your friends, start a team, and win prizes at Trivia Night from 7pm to 10pm. Trivia provided by Harrison who is back by popular demand hosting on the microphone. If you work in hospitality or at a local attraction, show your badge and enjoy $4 drafts and our Happy Hour Menu all night long!
Join Hazel on Zoom to learn how to make yarn pom-poms. All you need is a pair of sharp scissors. Stop by the library ahead of time to pick up a grab n go bag with enough yarn to make 2 pom-poms and a template for trimming. Geared towards ages 8 and above, or younger…
Bank Square Books presents an author talk and Q&A with Kay Tobler Liss for the new book, The Last Resort: A Novel. About the Book A Manhattan corporate attorney, with career and marriage in turmoil, drives desperately away from all he knows to an out-of-season resort on Long Island. As he struggles to put his…
Join us for a reading group that seeks to bring attention to soon-to-be, or recently published, books of any genre written by less well-known authors from under-represented groups (eg people of color, LGBTQ, disabled or chronically ill, rural and economically disenfranchised, immigrants). During a quarterly meeting, participants will be expected to share their reviews of…
Surviving the winter is one of the most incredibly challenging parts of an animal’s life. During this program offered online via Zoom, we will learn more about the animals who survive under the ice in ponds and lakes, including frogs, turtles and fish. This program is suited for adults. Preregistration is required. A Zoom link…
Join us for family yoga via zoom. This is a joyful way for children to explore movement and develop physical skills, learn yoga poses through active imagination, and creatively channel energy by following movement instruction and practicing calming moments. This energetic class teaches body awareness and basic teacher/student dynamic using sing-along and movement to act…
Join us with Sandra Wheeler, professional organizer and owner of For Peace of Mind, to learn more about how to organize photos and memorabilia. Learn tips and tricks of the trade to think about your memorabilia, getting organized, and how to honor your past. This program will be held in-person, as well as livestreamed via…
Bank Square Books and Savoy Bookshop & Café present an author talk and Q&A with Andrea Pitzer for the new book, Icebound. Andrea will be in conversation with author Julian Sancton. This event is free, but registration is required. Registration details are at the bottom of this page. About the Book In the bestselling tradition…
Join us to explore where our beliefs, emotional connections, and behavior patterns about food come from. After all, food informs and is informed by our identity. The foods that we prepare, eat, and enjoy are reflections of racial or ethnic backgrounds, geographical provenance, family histories, and - as we'll explore in this virtual series -…
Cool-ology presents Snow and Ice STEAM Lab for Kids! Since we have to live with it, we might as well play with it! These simple but cool science experiments about snow and ice will get kids interested in learning about nature's frozen womnders. Participants will use their engineering skills to create the best ice insulator.…
Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids, ages 5 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We will enjoy games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and round out the evening with s’mores around the campfire. Please be dressed for the…
Spend the morning at Coogan Farm in the J.X. Barn for an inclusive, open art studio for families with children of all abilities. Our naturalists / artists will be on hand to provide project inspiration and materials to create your own masterpiece. After making art, spend time hiking the trails to enjoy the beauty of…
Bring your friends, start a team, and win prizes at Trivia Night from 7pm to 10pm. Trivia provided by Harrison who is back by popular demand hosting on the microphone. If you work in hospitality or at a local attraction, show your badge and enjoy $4 drafts and our Happy Hour Menu all night long!
Bring your friends, start a team, and win prizes at Trivia Night from 7pm to 10pm. Trivia provided by Harrison who is back by popular demand hosting on the microphone. If you work in hospitality or at a local attraction, show your badge and enjoy $4 drafts and our Happy Hour Menu all night long!
Immerse yourself in color, friends, and creativity on February 1st with Hazel on Zoom to create your own valentines out of recycled materials. Stop by the library to pick up some materials beforehand or meet us online with stuff you have at home. All ages welcome! Grab n Go bags from the library will include…
Bank Square Books presents an author talk and Q&A with Courtney Mcinvale Reardon for the new book, Civil War Ghosts of Connecticut. About the Book Follow the haunting tales of Connecticut's role in America's Civil War through the eyes of those who fought in it. From Generals Mansfield and Lyon to Privates Tarbox and Brooks,…
Join us to explore where our beliefs, emotional connections, and behavior patterns about food come from. After all, food informs and is informed by our identity. The foods that we prepare, eat, and enjoy are reflections of racial or ethnic backgrounds, geographical provenance, family histories, and - as we'll explore in this virtual series -…
Join us for our free drop off program for children ages 5 to 10 to learn more about our local animals, plants, and habitats. This program’s topic is Animal Olympians! We will learn about the most amazing athletes in the animal world, from bullfrogs to falcons! Preregistration is required. This class is outdoors except in…
Join Food Explorers to make Italian Eggrolls! These flavor packed egg rolls are filled with your choice of veggies and cheese, then baked until crispy and golden. Exploring food encourages children to learn through sensory experiences, hands-on activities and working together to create delicious results. Food Explorers provides children with the knowledge to make healthy…
Come in for a rare, before-hours opportunity to get up close with a penguin and their trainers, learn about their care, their plight in the wild, and ways you can help protect this endangered species. Breakfast will be served at 8am by Lancer Catering, and a member of our African Penguin colony will be stationed…
Take some time to hit the trails this winter and explore the trails at the Nature Center with an educator as your guide. We will make winter discoveries as we go. This program is suited for adults. Preregistration is required. Meets at DPNC. Members and Nonmembers: FREE
