Calendar

After School Clubs meet monthly on scheduled Tuesdays from 4:15 to 6:15 pm to explore the plants, animals and habitats of a riparian forest in the middle of the Metroplex at River Legacy. Clubs include Nature Explorers for grades K-1st; Eco Detectives for grades 2nd-3rd; and Junior Naturalists for grades 4th-6th. Class Fee applies. Register online or call 817.860.6752, ext. 102 to sign up for the 2018-2019 Club Schedule.

Future classes:

• April 9

Home School Science Clubs meet monthly from 2 to 4 pm on scheduled Wednesdays for hands-on interactive experiences using the collections, specimens and resources of River Legacy! Club 1 includes classes for ages 5 to 6; 7 to 8; and 9 to 11. Class fee applies. Register online for the 2018-2019 Home School Schedule or call 817.860.6752, ext. 102 to learn more.

Future Home School Club 1 Classes:

• April 10

Join us for Adventures with Ants! This series of occasional classes provides a special hands-on learning opportunity designed especially for preschoolers and an adult partner to introduce them to the naturally fun learning at River Legacy. Children ages 2 years 6 months to 5 years old with a parent/caregiver will participate in a hands-on lesson, classroom activities, story and song time, and go on a guided nature walk. Cost is $15 per child/adult pair per class with $5 for 1 additional child (max 2 children per adult). Space is limited. RSVP to 817.860.6752, ext. 102. Payment is due at time of registration.

Other Nature Adventurer Classes:

• March 21
• April 4
• April 18

Join a Naturalist on a hike looking for common trees found in the forest. Magnifying glasses will be available to use during the hike to further examine the trees. Hikes will leave from the Science Center at 11:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm. 25 people maximum per hike. Cost is $2 per person/2 & under free. Tickets will be available to purchase at 10 am the day of the event and must be purchased in-person at the Science Center. Spring Break Activity is included with purchase of Discovery Room admission.

Get an up-close look at turtles, snakes or lizards during an animal investigation followed by a craft. Animal presentations will begin at 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm. 75 people maximum per session. $2 per person/2 and under free. Tickets will be available to purchase the day of the event at 10 am. Tickets must be purchased in person at the Science Center. Spring Break Activity is included with purchase of Discovery Room admission.

Grab a dip net and see what interesting watery inhabitants you can find in the Science Center pond. Pond explorations will start at 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm. Cost is $2 per person/2 and under free. Tickets will be available to purchase at 10 am the day of the event. Tickets must be purchased in-person at the Science Center. Spring Break Activity is included with purchase of Discovery Room admission.

Get an up-close look and learn about different mammals found in Texas during an animal investigation followed by a related craft. Animal presentations will begin at 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm. 75 people maximum per session. Cost is $2 per person/2 and under free. Tickets will be available to purchase at 10 am the day of the event. Tickets must be purchased in-person at the Science Center. Spring Break Activity is included with purchase of Discovery Room admission.

Get an up-close look at some of our Creepy Crawler animal friends – spiders, cockroaches and more that are found in your own backyard and across the world. Animal presentations will start at 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm. Cost is $2 per person/2 & under free. Tickets will be available to purchase at 10 am the day of the event. Tickets must be purchased in-person at the Science Center. Spring Break Activity is included with purchase of Discovery Room admission.

Join us for a monthly speaker series sponsored by Callaway Financial Services. This month Ruth Jackson, E.A. of the RBJ Agency, will discuss “Tax Cut Job Act of 2018 Changes” to help prepare us for the upcoming tax filing deadline. A suggested tax-deductible donation of $20 supports River Legacy Foundation’s mission of connecting children and families to nature through education, recreation and conservation. To RSVP, call 817.860.6752, ext. 102. Click here to view invitation.

Home School Science Clubs meet monthly from 2 to 4 pm on scheduled Wednesdays for hands-on interactive experiences using the collections, specimens and resources of River Legacy! Club 2 includes classes for ages 9 to 11 ONLY. Additional age groups may open if needed. Class fee applies. Register online for the 2018-2019 Home School Schedule or call 817.860.6752, ext. 102 to learn more.

Future Home School Club 2 Classes:

• April 17

Join us for Adventures with Honeybees! This series of occasional classes provides a special hands-on learning opportunity designed especially for preschoolers and an adult partner to introduce them to the naturally fun learning at River Legacy. Children ages 2 years 6 months to 5 years old with a parent/caregiver will participate in a hands-on lesson, classroom activities, story and song time, and go on a guided nature walk. Cost is $15 per child/adult pair per class with $5 for 1 additional child (max 2 children per adult). Space is limited. RSVP to 817.860.6752, ext. 102. Payment is due at time of registration.

Other Nature Adventurer Classes:

• April 4
• April 18

Monthly Artini Hours are a fun way for adults to socialize, enjoy some wine & refreshments, and create an upcycled art project. Artini Hours include project instruction, supplies, wine and light appetizers. Can be a fun parent/teen night! Cost is $20 per person. Valid ID required for drinks. Monthly art project will be posted on Facebook.

Join the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department for a night under the stars during their family-fun campout at River Legacy Park, 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd. The night will include dinner, s’mores, animal explorations provided by River Legacy Living Science Center, night hike, movie and sleeping bag story time. Pack your tents and sleeping bags to enjoy the wilderness in the heart of the city! Cost is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. To register contact the City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department at 817.459.6434 or visit www.naturallyfun.org.