Stitch a Snowflake
Ages 14 and up
Learn the basics of cross stitch as you learn about the science of snowflakes! Pick out your pattern as we learn about how and why snowflakes are so unique! All materials are provided — no cross stitch experience necessary.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 24
Hike For Your Health
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 2 – February 24
Staff and volunteers will lead groups at different paces. Hike for Your Health is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and get to know some of your parks better. All hikes are on natural trails. Please wear appropriate shoes for trails that may be muddy or slick.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Winter Slime Making
Ages 8 – 14
Have fun making your own winter-themed versions! We will responsibly clean up our mess, but also have fun making it! This program is a great way to make new friends and try some new slime recipes for fun and stress relief! Due to the variety of types of slime, please be sure to note any allergies.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, November 25
Fitness for Longevity A
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, December 2 – January 6
Get it all in one fitness class — a challenging workout and functional movement for vitality and longevity. This class is designed to maintain strength, mobility and power at an advanced level, regardless of your age. Taught by Dan Loofboro. Due to the incorporation of a full range of exercises from calisthenics to long holds and deep stretches, prior exercise experience is highly recommended. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Monday, November 30
Tai Chi A
Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, December 3 – January 21
(No class on December 24 or 31)
A welcoming, low-impact way to build strength, balance and inner calm while learning a Yang-style Tai Chi series. Each session focuses on slow, intentional movement, mindful breathing and improved body awareness. This program is ideal for anyone looking for a calm, restorative form of exercise — no prior experience required. Movements can be adapted for different abilities.
Registration deadline: Monday, November 30
Family Holiday Workshop: Ornament Painting
Ages 5 – 12 with adult companion
Join Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush for a festive family workshop where you’ll paint your own ceramic ornaments while enjoying light cozy refreshments. Each registration includes three ceramic ornaments of your choosing, all painting supplies with step-by-step guidance and a warm seasonal treat!
Registration deadline: Thursday, November 26
Owlexander’s Cinema: Wild for Wildlife
Ages 5 – 10
Let’s go WILD for wildlife! Your child will participate in crafts, games and activities all about our local wildlife. After all that fun, we will settle in with a salty snack and view an animated movie that features what happens when animals meet a lone robot.
Registration deadline: Friday, November 27
Ukrainian Egg Decorating Workshop
Ages 16 and up
Ukrainian Egg Decoration uses waxes and other mediums to decorate real chicken eggs with nature and folk designs. This style of painting has been done for hundreds of years in Eastern and Central Europe. Learn this ancient process from local teaching artist of more than 20 years, Ginny Baughman. Join us for this unique class and take home your own beautifully decorated egg!
Registration deadline: Friday, November 20
Yoga in the Park A
Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, December 5 – January 16
(no class Saturday, December 26)
Method Yoga’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 2
Yoga in the Park B
Ages 18 and up
Saturdays, December 5 – January 16
(no class Saturday, December 26)
Method Yoga’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 2
Whose Clues?
All Ages
Hoof marks from a deer, paw prints from a raccoon or the feather from an owl are all evidence of animal life in our parks! Join us on an exploratory hike as we learn how to search and identify animal tracks and other signs of wildlife throughout your park! This is a Tools to Trek Program.
Registration deadline: Thursday, December 3
Yoga in the Park C
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, December 7 – January 11
Method Yoga’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include a warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses, and end with relaxation.
Registration deadline: Friday, December 4
Fitness for Longevity B
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, December 7 – January 11
Get it all in one fitness class — a challenging workout and functional movement for vitality and longevity. This class is designed to maintain strength, mobility and power at an advanced level, regardless of your age. Taught by Dan Loofboro. Due to the incorporation of a full range of exercises from calisthenics to long holds and deep stretches, prior exercise experience is highly recommended. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Friday, December 4
Warm & Fuzzies: Winter Needle Felting
Ages 16 and up
Tuesdays, December 8, January 12, and February 9
Join us for some cozy winter crafting with this needle felting series! We’ll cover the basics of needle felting and guide you through new needle felting skills. Each class, we will create a new winter-themed project! No prior experience is needed and all supplies will be provided.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 1
Crafts with Nature: Oh Deer!
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
Let’s get together and do a nature craft! We will complete crafts with nature/sensory themes, read stories, play games — all to spark a love of nature in our youngest community members! The theme for December is “Oh Deer!” Please register each child attending. This is not a drop off program. An adult must remain with their participant(s).
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 2