The Grover Family Foundation

“Explore the Garden” Activity Series

Every Sunday in January from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Above & Beyond will be offering fun, outdoor educational programming thanks to our friends at the Grover Family Foundation.  Outdoor educator, Krista Nagode will present a different activity every week – COME CHECK IT OUT!

Calendar of Events – February 2012

Sundays from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

February 5th     Forget the Groundhog

Instead, explore shadow and light by making your own unique, movable shadow puppet.  Have fun creating images inside of our shadow box exhibit or perform a play on stage!  Cardboard, dowels and colorful cellophane provided.

February 12th    Oh Sweet Pea!

Sow the seeds of love this Valentine’s Day!  Make a sweet pea seed packet valentine for your favorite gardener (and special valentine).  While supplies last.

February 19th    Kiss Me You Fool!

But first, brush your teeth!  Learn how to make toothpaste from scratch using mint flavorings and natural ingrediants.  Make your own to take home.  While supplies last.

February 26th   Gettin’ Sappy

Maple syruping time is upon us!  Discover the science behind sap flow and make some maple syrup candy in the snow!  (hopefully we will have snow)