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See the schedule for films in the Freyer – Newman Center Sturm Family Auditorium. Included with admission. No reservations required.

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Classes and programs are facilitated in English unless otherwise noted.

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Saturday, April 12

7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Full Moon Hike

April 12, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Offsite, Plains Conservation Center

Discover Aurora's true nature under the light of the full moon and learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike.

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Saturday, April 19

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Family Workshop at Plains Conservation Center: Prairie Plants

April 19, 2025 | Children, Families, Family Programs

Explore the plants of the shortgrass prairie through a scavenger hunt, flower and seed dissections and crafts, then finish with a wagon ride to

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Prairie Origami

April 19, 2025 | Adult, Art Exploration, Family Programs, Homeschool Programs, Offsite

Join instructor Sabrina Xu to learn the art of origami while connecting with nature at the Plains Conservation Center. After an introduction to

Tuesday, April 22

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Earth Day Wagon Rides at Plains Conservation Center

April 22, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Homeschool Programs, Offsite

Celebrate Earth Day with a wagon ride through the beautiful short grass prairie at the Plains Conservation Center. Wagon rides are approximately 1

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Earth Day Wagon Rides at Plains Conservation Center

April 22, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Homeschool Programs, Offsite

Celebrate Earth Day with a wagon ride through the beautiful short grass prairie at the Plains Conservation Center. Wagon rides are approximately 1

Saturday, May 3

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Prairie Origami

May 3, 2025 | Adult, Art Exploration, Family Programs, Homeschool Programs, Offsite

Join instructor Sabrina Xu to learn the art of origami while connecting with nature at the Plains Conservation Center. After an introduction to

Sunday, May 4

7:15 - 8:15 p.m.

Sunset Prairie Hike at Plains Conservation Center

May 4, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Offsite

Watch the sunset, hang where the pronghorn play and discover one of the most scenic destinations in Aurora. With an elevation slightly higher than

Saturday, May 10

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Family Make and Take at Plains Conservation Center: Bee Hotel

May 10, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, DIY, Homeschool Programs, Offsite, Plains Conservation Center, Science & Art, Toddler & Preschool Programs

Did you know that some bees live alone rather than in hives? Enjoy smores, lemonade and an assortment of honey while you learn about the different

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Family Make and Take at Plains Conservation Center: Bee Hotel

May 10, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, DIY, Homeschool Programs, Offsite, Plains Conservation Center, Science & Art, Toddler & Preschool Programs

Did you know that some bees live alone rather than in hives? Enjoy smores, lemonade and an assortment of honey while you learn about the different

Monday, May 12

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Full Moon Hike

May 12, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Offsite, Plains Conservation Center

Discover Aurora's true nature under the light of the full moon and learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike.

Presented and

Saturday, May 24

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Family Workshop at Plains Conservation Center: The Cheyenne

May 24, 2025 | Children, Families, Family Programs

Join us to learn about the Cheyenne Native Americans and how they utilized natural resources to survive on the prairie in the 1800s. We will venture

Tuesday, June 3

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Mommy and Me Mindfulness at Chatfield Farms

June 3, 2025 | Children, Health & Wellness, Toddler & Preschool Programs, Family Programs

The benefits of meditations designed specifically for children include improving mental health, reducing stress, bolstering coping skills and

Saturday, June 7

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Farm Animal Feeding

June 7, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Homeschool Programs, Offsite, Plains Conservation Center

Meet and feed the ambassador farm animals who live in the replica 1880's settler homestead village at the Plains Conservation Center. Learn about the

6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Children and Family Workshop: From Garden to Art - Pressing Plants

June 7, 2025 | Children, Families, Family Programs

Join us for an evening of exploring and creating as we take a closer look at the beautiful patterns, shapes and colors found hiding among plants in

Tuesday, June 10

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Mommy and Me Mindfulness at Chatfield Farms

June 10, 2025 | Children, Health & Wellness, Toddler & Preschool Programs, Family Programs

The benefits of meditations designed specifically for children include improving mental health, reducing stress, bolstering coping skills and

Saturday, June 14

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Family Workshop at Plains Conservation Center: Life on the Farm

June 14, 2025 | Children, Families, Family Programs

Do you ever wonder how people got their food on the prairie in the 1800s? Before there were grocery stores, they had to grow and raise their own food

Sunday, June 15

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Farm Animal Feeding

June 15, 2025 | Adults, Children, Families, Family Programs, Homeschool Programs, Offsite, Plains Conservation Center

Meet and feed the ambassador farm animals who live in the replica 1880's settler homestead village at the Plains Conservation Center. Learn about the

Tuesday, June 17

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Mommy and Me Mindfulness at Chatfield Farms

June 17, 2025 | Children, Health & Wellness, Toddler & Preschool Programs, Family Programs

The benefits of meditations designed specifically for children include improving mental health, reducing stress, bolstering coping skills and

Friday, June 20

8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Blooms on the Prairie

June 20, 2025 | Adult, Family Programs, Offsite

Discover what is blooming on the prairie at different times of year while learning about native and non-native plants. This guided nature hike caters

Tuesday, June 24

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Mommy and Me Mindfulness at Chatfield Farms

June 24, 2025 | Children, Health & Wellness, Toddler & Preschool Programs, Family Programs

The benefits of meditations designed specifically for children include improving mental health, reducing stress, bolstering coping skills and

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