Connecting Tots to Nature

Beginning April 2 and running through June 18, ‘Connecting Tots to Nature’ meets every Wednesday from 10:00-10:45 a.m. in Schenectady’s Central Park. We meet under the trees next to the playground, across from the future SEEC building. We will continue to explore various nature themes through play and art, including trees, birds and animal habitats. This program will meet rain or shine, so participants should be prepared for all weather! Hopefully the threat of snowstorms is past for the season, but we follow the Niskayuna school district for closings.

We’re excited to be piloting a new program for older children as well. ‘Connecting Kids to Nature’ will run the second Friday of the month, April 11, May 9 and June 13 from 4-6 p.m. This will be a drop-in program, so families can stop by anytime. Steve Jones will lead a nature walk for kids and families at 5 p.m. during each session. We will offer creative activities that encourage curiosity and participation in conservation, such as ‘pollinator games’ and making homes for Mason Bees out of recycled materials. Our goal is to get elementary kids and families outside and connecting with nature and community.