​​Upcoming Events Hosted by
​the Barn Nature Center!

Please scroll through and learn more about all of the upcoming fun and educational Events to be hosted by the
​Barn Nature Center!

Events

Guided Tours

Reserve your guided tour with one of our trained staff! Tours are about an hour long, and include feeding and handling the animals. We ask for a $10 donation per person, with a $50 minimum. 

Outreach

Looking to add something special to your event? Book one of our traveling shows or naturalist hikes! 

Workshops

Looking for something for your child to do on days of from school? 
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Send your 1st-6th grader to the Barn Nature Center for a FUN and EDUCATIONAL workshop that will provide them with unique learning experiences.

Feeding Frenzy Friday!

Friday, January 21st
5-8pm

Did you know a snake can swallow its prey whole? Come see our reptile feeding show! We will giving a feeding demonstration with our snakes and carnivorous lizards, as well as our insect-eaters! Enjoy hands-on animal experiences in our guided tours, and hand-feed the 130 pound sulcata tortoise! Visit our tasting station to explore your own senses of taste and smell!

Kids Night Out!

Friday-Monday, February 11th-14th
4-9pm

Open to all ages! While parents enjoy their evening, we'll have lots of animal fun, including crafts, games, and a pizza dinner! $50 per child, will include hands-on animal interactions!

Welcome Spring!

Date TBA
5-8pm

Buzz buzz, Billy the Bee is coming to the Barn Nature Center! Join us to welcome spring with a puppet show all about pollinators! ​

Egg Hunt!

Saturday, April 9th
10am-1pm

Join us for our annual egg hunt! We'll also have some special visits from our egg-laying animals, and photo opportunities with our rabbits! Rain or Shine, $15 per child. 

Flower Fiesta!

Friday, May 6th
​5-8pm

Calling all plant lovers! Stop by our plant shop, and paint a pot for your new plants! $15 admission includes one terracotta pot and a seed, with more available for purchase. Make a gift for mothers day, or decorate a pot for Cinco de Mayo! All proceeds support the Barn Nature Center!

Summer Festival!

Friday, July 8th
5-8pm

Our animal residents love to enjoy the summer sun! Local craft and food vendors, outdoor games, and lots of animal appearances!

Mr. Beaks' 11th Birthday Party!

Friday, August 19th
5-8pm

Our very own Blue and Gold Macaw will be celebrating his 11th birthday, and you're invited! Come for a celebration of everything parrot! 

Fall Hiking Trip

Saturday, September 17th
10am-1pm

Join our trained naturalists to discover the wild things in your own backyard!

Boo at the Barn

Friday, October 28th
5-8pm

​Boo at the Barn is our annual Trick-or-Treating event at the Nature Center, fun for the whole family! It includes crafts, skulls, games, snacks, and animal encounters, as well as live music and a costume contest. We ask for a $15 donation per person, and masks are requested. Come in costume and fill your bag with candy! 

TBA

Friday, November 18th
5-8pm

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Holiday FUNdraiser!

Friday, December 9th
5-8pm

Hands-on animal interactions, cookie decorating, photos with Santa, music, games and refreshments! Feed animals and make enrichment gifts. $15 per person. 

Toddler Time

Toddler Time is a Mommy or Daddy (or grandparent) and toddler class especially designed for children ages 1-5 years old.  This class will include close encounters with friendly animal ambassadors, story time, music, crafts, movement, and snacks.  Having the opportunity to get up close and personal with our animals at the Barn Nature Center is sure to nurture your child’s natural curiosity and respect for the living world. This class is regularly scheduled every Tuesday and Friday at 10am, however dates may vary.  ​
​Please note: Due to the popularity of our awesome program we do ask that you register in advance in order for us to staff our sessions accordingly. Thank you so much! 
Click here to be directed to our Calendar Page to see all of the Upcoming Events we will be hosting!