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November 1, 2026 - November 8, 2026
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November 1
Clifford The Big Red Dog
November 1
A musical, comical twist on the story of Emily Elizabeth and her beloved big red dog.
November 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Family FUNday: Day of the Dead
November 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with hands-on art activities, live dance performances, games and family fun.
November 3
Books, Beat and Bubbles Storytime
November 3
A musical storytime for families with children of all ages.
November 3
Clay Wheel Throwing
November 3
Young artists explore the basics of working on the pottery wheel and learn essential techniques such as centering, shaping, and trimming.
November 3
Rhythm & Rhyme: Early Walkers
November 3
Story, music and movement for young walkers and caregivers.
November 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Lapsit Storytime
November 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Rhymes, songs & play for children from birth to 24 months with a caregiver.
November 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Music and Movement for 2-5s
November 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Ages 2-5 and their caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and movement activities.
November 5
Adaptive Theatre
November 5
Children ages 9-17 with special needs can enjoy a fun and interactive theatre class full of games, movement-based storytelling, improvisation, and role-playing to build confidence, and encourage social connection in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
November 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Little Learners
November 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Children ages 3-6 can build kindergarten readiness skills through activities, games, songs and stories.
November 5 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Wonders of Wildlife
November 5 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Meet some of the center's resident animals and learn about wildlife.
November 6 - November 7
Christmas in the Woods
November 6 - November 7
More than 100 craft vendors, unique gifts and a visit with Santa.
November 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Adapted Storytime
November 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Children ages 3–5 and their caregivers can enjoy an inclusive storytime.
November 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Father Daughter Dance
November 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Enjoy a special evening of dancing and fun for fathers and daughters.
November 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Behind the Camera: The Golden Age of Hollywood with Film Biographer Scott Eyman
November 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Go behind the scenes of The Golden Age of Hollywood!
November 7
November 6 - November 7
Christmas in the Woods
November 6 - November 7
More than 100 craft vendors, unique gifts and a visit with Santa.
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Feed the Animals
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Work with wildlife staff to prepare food, treats and enrichment for the animals, then offer them what you've made.
November 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
RePlay for Kids Toy Adapting Workshop
November 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Help adapt battery-powered toys for children with disabilities while learning basic electronics skills.
November 7 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Empty Bowls By The Lake
November 7 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Help fight hunger while enjoying unlimited soup and bread, live entertainment and a silent auction.
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