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August 2026
Super Star Party: Ancient Astronomy
Explore the origins of astronomy, discover how ancient civilizations studied the night sky through hands-on activities, celestial exploration and more. Highlights include: Telescope viewing with members of the Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society Guided night hikes Live astronomical demonstrations A journey through the stars in the StarLab Portable Planetarium Space-themed activities and crafts Animal encounters with ambassadors from the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center Interactive activities and photo opportunities Special merchandise available for purchase in the Nature Store Miniature train rides…
Find out more »Astronomy Club
Explore the world of astronomy in a fun, social environment on the second Wednesday of each month. Planetarium Specialists will share their knowledge about what’s new in space, the latest gadgets, astro-tainment, and some mind-blowing facts. Astronomy Club includes the following benefits: Monthly meetings Telescope Night programs Telescope loan program Annual Fee: $60/household. First meeting is free. $5/person drop-in fee per person if membership is not purchased. 6:30-8 p.m.
Find out more »Tinker’s Creek Family Fun Day
A celebration of the local environment, hands-on science, crafts, and games. Enjoy a free day of outdoor family fun and discover what makes local waterways so special. There is plenty to see and do for all ages. Bring family, invite friends, and come spend together. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Find out more »Super Science Saturday – Baffling Bugs
Come and learn about some strange bugs. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Find out more »Annual Butterfly Count
Participate in the citizen science team that is actively monitoring butterfly populations at the park. Learn how to identify these winged masterpieces on the fly. Trail Lake Park has paved and natural surfaces. Some paths may be muddy. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Find out more »Wild Ones: A Teen Takeover
Party because the planet depends on it! The Museum is for the teens tonight to celebrate the variety of life that makes Earth unique. Science fans can spot species in diorama drawing sessions, explore biodiversity with scavenger hunts and prizes, weave conservation friendship bracelets, and more. Attendees can also participate in wildlife encounters, live demonstrations, and conversations with exhibitors from local youth and career organizations. Pizza, snacks and music provided. Ages 13–18 open. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets: $5;…
Find out more »September 2026
Play Lab
Hands-on, open-ended STEAM and creative play experiences for ages 2-5. First Tuesdays. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Find out more »Summer Planetarium Shows
Cosmic Kids and Universe at Large Planetarium programs.
Find out more »MadScience: Academy for Future Space Explorers
After school, children in grades 3-5 will be taken on a voyage of space discovery through activities, demonstrations and experiments that explore the sun, the starts, space technology, planets, moons, the atmosphere and more. 9/9-10/14. 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Find out more »FamilySpace
Imaginative, hands-on spaces are for families and children birth to age 5. Play is developmentally appropriate for children and resilience is supported by the community. FamilySpace nurtures both adults and children and provides a variety of materials and opportunities for caregivers to help children explore and learn social skills, counting, sorting, matching, and more. Staff will offer caregivers concrete support and resources. 10:30-12:30.
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