
A valid MCPL library card for each patron (adults, children and teens) is required at time of registration.
Please let us know if you require any special accommodations because of a disability.
- Spring Jubilee (J723)
For families
Families are invited to dig, plant, water and grow at our season opening of the Nature Explorium. Join us for an afternoon of outdoor fun. Recognition to the National Grid Foundation.
Tuesday, May 1, 4:00pm - 7:00pm Centereach
- Drop of Nature (J724)
Stop in for nature activities the whole family can enjoy! If weather permits, some of the activities will take place outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Tuesday, March 6, 4:30pm - 6:30pm Centereach
Wednesday, March 21, 4:30pm - 6:30pm Centereach
Saturday, March 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm Centereach
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- Nature's Stained Glass Window (J697)
For children in K 2nd grade
Create a stained glass window out of natural materials. Sunlight will softly glimmer through colorful flowers, leaves and ferns.
Monday, June 4, 5:30pm - 6:15 Centereach
Tuesday, June 5, 5:00pm - 5:45pm Centereach
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- Nature Exploration: Patterns and Camouflage (J712)
For children in 3rd - 4th grade
Listen to stories and participate in fun activities to help you learn about how an animal's color and patterns help them to blend into their environment.
Friday, April 13, 2012
11:00am - 12:00pm Centereach
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- My Outside Adventure (J695)
For children in K - 3rd grade Participate in a variety of outdoor activities, write about your experiences and do an art activity.
Wednesday, May 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm Centereach
Saturday, May 26, 11:00am - 11:45am Centereach
- Nature Exploration: Patterns and Camouflage (J712)
For children in 3rd - 4th grade
Listen to stories and participate in fun activities to help you learn about how an animal's color and patterns help them to blend into their environment.
Friday, April 13, 2012
11:00am - 12:00pm Centereach
- Nature's Stained Glass Window (J697)
For children in K 2nd grade
Create a stained glass window out of natural materials. Sunlight will softly glimmer through colorful flowers, leaves and ferns.
Monday, June 4, 5:30pm - 6:15 Centereach
Tuesday, June 5, 5:00pm - 5:45pm Centereach
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- Eat Dirt, You Worm! (J707)
For children in 4th - 5th grade
Learn all about worms and composting while making your own wormery! This is the beginning of your very own earth friendly compost pile. Please bring a 24 oz. glass or plastic jar. If you do not have a jar, we can provide you with one.
Friday, April 27, 2012
5:15pm - 6:15pm Centereach
- Go Outside: Lifecycles! (J721)
For families with children in K - 3rd grade (older and younger siblings are welcome.)*Parent/caregiver must attend program*
Join us for engaging outdoor activities focused on the exploration of lifecycles in nature.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
5:00pm - 6:00pm Centereach
Saturday, June 16, 2012
11:00am 12:00pm Centereach
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- Nature Exploration: Terrariums (J705)
For children in 3rd - 5th grade Come make a miniature world. Create a terrarium, a small garden that will allow you to bring nature indoors. If you have ever longed to make your own habitat, this is your opportunity.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
5:00pm - 6:00pm Centereach
- Tweens Turning Green (J719)
For children in 4th - 5th grade Go green and make a cereal box tote bag to carry all your special items!
Friday, April 20, 2012
4:00pm - 4:45pm Centereach
- Happiness is Being Green (J690)
For families with children in pre-K - 3rd grade (older and younger siblings are welcome.)
Earth Day is April 22; join the MCPL Green Teens in celebrating Earth Day by participating in a variety of activities with your family in our Nature Explorium.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
11:00am - 12:00pm Centereach
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- Wind Dancer (J694)
For children in K 2nd grade Join us in the Nature Explorium to learn about the wind. A story will be read and everyone will make a wind dancer to take home.
Monday, May 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm Centereach
Friday, May 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm Centereach
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- My Outside Adventure (J695)
For children in K - 3rd grade
Participate in a variety of outdoor activities, write about your experiences and do an art activity.
Wednesday, May 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm Centereach
Saturday, May 26, 11:00am - 11:45am Centereach
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In extreme weather conditions the Nature Explorium may need to be temporarily closed and its programs moved indoors.
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