Gardens & Pollinators Barnyard Readers

Explore the world of pollinators—bees, butterflies & more!

Wednesdays from June 4 through July 2

Each program will feature a specific type of pollinator. Hear our staff read a few stories about gardens and pollinators. Do activities or crafts inspired by the stories. Then then go see the gardens at one of the farms or in town. After you finish exploring the garden, return to the Visitor Center, wash your hands, gather your crafts, and head for home!

Details

• Wednesdays, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
• Please arrive 5 minutes early so program can begin on time
• Location: Meet at the Visitor Center, 11121 Hickman
• Dress for weather—program occurs indoors and outdoors

Registration Information

• Registration begins April 1
• $34 for parent and child ($30 for members)
• $12 each additional child ($10 for members)
• Each ticket is for one session

Sessions

Secrets of the Garden • June 4

Every garden has its secrets. What plants grow here? What critters call this garden home? Come hear a garden story and visit one of our site gardens to see what secrets it may hold. Remember the day with a secret garden of your own to take home.

Butterflies • June 11

Pretty, colorful butterflies! Come hear a story about the life cycle of these well-loved pollinators and make your own butterfly to take home. Afterward, visit one of our onsite gardens and look for butterflies.

Bumblebees • June 18

Busy, busy bees drinking nectar and making honey! Come hear a story about a bee that was a little too greedy while doing these very things. Make a fun bumblebee craft and then buzz around one of our gardens.

Flies • June 25

Flies are pollinators, too! Come hear a fly’s story about how amazing they are (even if they might be a little gross). Make a fun fly craft and visit a farm to see flies hard at work.

Animal Pollinators • July 2

Many animals help pollinate flowers so they can grow. Hear about some of these helpful animals and try your hand at being a pollinator yourself! Visit a garden and see if you can spot any of the pollinators.

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