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As a thank you for their service to our country, Mystic Aquarium is offering FREE admission for United States military veterans and active-duty service members July 1-31, 2019 with military ID. Family members receive a discounted admission rate of $10 off general admission when each person presents his or her U.S. military dependent ID at time of purchase.
Some restrictions apply. See website for details.
image: courtesy of Mystic Aquarium
As a thank you for their service to our country, Mystic Aquarium is offering FREE admission for United States military veterans and active-duty service members July 1-31, 2019 with military ID. Family members receive a discounted admission rate of $10 off general admission when each person presents his or her U.S. military dependent ID at time of purchase.
Some restrictions apply. See website for details.
image: courtesy of Mystic Aquarium
As a thank you for their service to our country, Mystic Aquarium is offering FREE admission for United States military veterans and active-duty service members July 1-31, 2019 with military ID. Family members receive a discounted admission rate of $10 off general admission when each person presents his or her U.S. military dependent ID at time of purchase.
Some restrictions apply. See website for details.
image: courtesy of Mystic Aquarium
Join The Potter’s House Church in the Ardoene Park in Providence for some family fun. There will be face painting, snacks, crafts and games. All ages welcome for this free event.
Image: courtesy of The Potters House Church
Enjoy the rich, historical sites of the upper reaches of Narragansett Bay and the Providence River on this 3.5-hour tour. With breathtaking views of the Gaspee Point, Hog Island, Prudence Island and Conimicut Point, you’ll view eight active and inactive lighthouses and stop for a tour of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. And, if you’re a U.S. Lighthouse Society Passport holder, get your passport stamped with us!
image: courtesy of Save the Bay
Tomaquag Museum’s annual Cranberry Thanksgiving Celebration is a fun event for the whole family! We honor the cranberry season with a cultural celebration including traditional Native music, dance, games, native vendors, tours of the museum and more. Plan to arrive early for our opening ceremony at 10:30am. Regular Museum Admission. For more information contact Tomaquag Museum at slarose@tomaquagmuseum.org or call 401-491-9063.
Image: courtesy of Tomaquag Museum
Does your child struggle in a traditional classroom environment? Do you believe your child has untapped abilities despite academic and social difficulties? Join us for The Wolf School’s Fall Open House on October 20 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Tour our classrooms, sensory arena, creativity room, and state-of-the-art gym. Meet our Head of School and Director of Enrollment, and learn about Wolf’s nationally recognized Immersion Model©. Stop in and see how Wolf inspires Complex Learners to find the confidence and strategies they need to reach their true potential.
image: courtesy of The Wolf School
Does your child struggle in a traditional classroom environment? Do you believe your child has untapped abilities despite academic and social difficulties? Join us for The Wolf School Winter Open House on February 13th from 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Tour our classrooms, sensory arena, creativity room, state-of-the-art gym, and learn about Wolf’s nationally recognized Immersion Model©. Stop in and see how Wolf inspires Complex Learners to find the confidence and strategies they need to reach their true potential!
The Wolf School’s 5th annual Complex Learners Conference will explore the way technology influences children’s development and education, particularly when they experience learning and attention differences. Our expert speakers will present the latest research, address common concerns, and offer strategies for school and home. This conference is relevant to parents, educators, OTs, SLPs, teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals working with children, tweens, and teens who experience difficulty with school and social situations.
For more information and to register visit https://thewolfschool.org/complexlearners2020/
FAMILY OVERNIGHTS (AGES 6+)
Snooze at the Zoo for the wildest family overnight adventure in town! The night begins with pizza and ice cream before educators engage you and your child(ren) in hands-on activities, program animal encounters, and a Zoo tour by flashlight. Set up your sleeping bags in the Meller-Danforth Education Center, watch a movie, and snack on some popcorn before falling off to sleep. You’ll need your zzz’s before waking up with the animals! A light breakfast will be provided before a morning Zoo tour.
Dates:
Saturday, July 18: Wild Workplace
Working in a zoo can be WILD! Enter the world of Zoo careers in a family overnight focusing on animal and veterinary care, research, conservation and education.
Saturday, July 25: Creatures of the Night
When the sun goes down, many animals are just waking up. Learn about creatures of the night and the adaptations that enable them to survive in a world of darkness. Even dissect an owl pellet!
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Cost: For members, $100 per parent/child pair (non-members $110); $50 per additional participant (non-members $55)
PLEASE NOTE: There must be at least a 1:3 parent/child ratio. This program is not intended for adults without children.
image: courtesy of Roger Williams Park Zoo
FAMILY OVERNIGHTS (AGES 6+)
Snooze at the Zoo for the wildest family overnight adventure in town! The night begins with pizza and ice cream before educators engage you and your child(ren) in hands-on activities, program animal encounters, and a Zoo tour by flashlight. Set up your sleeping bags in the Meller-Danforth Education Center, watch a movie, and snack on some popcorn before falling off to sleep. You’ll need your zzz’s before waking up with the animals! A light breakfast will be provided before a morning Zoo tour
Saturday, July 25: Creatures of the Night
When the sun goes down, many animals are just waking up. Learn about creatures of the night and the adaptations that enable them to survive in a world of darkness. Even dissect an owl pellet!
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Cost: For members, $100 per parent/child pair (non-members $110); $50 per additional participant (non-members $55)
PLEASE NOTE: There must be at least a 1:3 parent/child ratio. This program is not intended for adults without children.
image: courtesy of Roger Williams Park Zoo
Ever wonder about mushrooms? Learn about decomposers, parasites, and more and their importance to us and the ecosystem through a webinar featuring beautiful photography. This event is pay what you can, suggestion $5-15.
image: courtesy of 15 Minute Field Trips
Does your child struggle in a traditional classroom? You’re invited to attend The Wolf School’s Virtual Open House on Sunday, October 25th at 1 p.m. Discover the Wolf School difference as you learn more about what sets The Wolf School apart live from our Director of Enrollment and Head of School, see a virtual tour of our school, and hear from current parents! Register now for this virtual event.
Image: courtesy of The Wolf School
Livestream February 25 & 26, 2021 at 7 PM EST and February 27, 2021 at 2 PM EST
“A wonder of theater-making.” –DC Metro
Experience stunning visuals and deeply human narratives in this poignant work designed for audiences of all ages. Free – pre-registration is required.
Woven from young refugees’ accounts of their journeys, CARTOGRAPHY combines simple storytelling with interactive video technology to recount experiences of modern-day migration from a youth perspective. Developed by theater director Kaneza Schaal and author/illustrator Christopher Myers, CARTOGRAPHY empowers viewers young and old to share their experiences of searching for home: What journeys have you taken? What maps have you made for yourself along the way?
Tickets: Free with $10 suggested donation
image: courtesy of First Works
Livestream February 25 & 26, 2021 at 7 PM EST and February 27, 2021 at 2 PM EST
“A wonder of theater-making.” –DC Metro
Experience stunning visuals and deeply human narratives in this poignant work designed for audiences of all ages. Free – pre-registration is required.
Woven from young refugees’ accounts of their journeys, CARTOGRAPHY combines simple storytelling with interactive video technology to recount experiences of modern-day migration from a youth perspective. Developed by theater director Kaneza Schaal and author/illustrator Christopher Myers, CARTOGRAPHY empowers viewers young and old to share their experiences of searching for home: What journeys have you taken? What maps have you made for yourself along the way?
Tickets: Free with $10 suggested donation
image: courtesy of First Works