Have fun playing on the lawn in Hancock Park District's Nature Play Area. Play with blocks, a ball pit, and children’s play tents or bring your own toys. Children can get in the Playscape and dig in the sand. Bring a blanket and rest on the lawn. Meet at the Nature Play Area. This free […]
Join Hancock Park District and celebrate the 1940’s Historical American Girl Doll, Molly McIntire. This was a very rough time in history and there were many struggles for Molly and her family to overcome. Participants will have a light brunch and learn how to make volcano potatoes and applesauce cupcakes, play games, and make a […]
Pluto is a well-known dwarf planet. We will discuss the meaning of dwarf planets and talk about Pluto. A story will be read. We will go inside our portable planetarium to view Pluto, other dwarf planets, and constellations. After the show, children will receive a Pluto coloring page. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free […]
Plan to attend Millstream Speedway for Great Lakes Sprints. Great Lakes Super Sprints Great Lakes Traditional Sprints Great Lakes Lightning Sprints Racing starts at 6 p.m. Purchase your tickets here!
Animals, Shows, Rides, Food, Entertainment, Games, and more await you at the Hancock County Fair! Plan to enjoy all the fair has to offer each and every day. Get your daily admission tickets, season passes, and grandstand event admission here. Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday Tuesday Free admission before […]
Come craft with your friends at the library on the last Wednesday of each month. Adults and teens 16+ are welcome. This month's craft: Car Air Fresheners.
Basic testing of nature items includes stations Do I Sink or Float, Nature Memory, and Can it Camouflage? Children should wear clothes that can get sandy and possibly wet. Adult companions must remain with children during this Hancock Park District program. Meet at the Discovery Center Porch. This free program is open to children ages […]
The Passenger Pigeon was once the most numerous bird species in the world with population estimates as high as seven billion birds living in Eastern North America. However, due to […]
It is story time in the Hancock Park District, Nature Play Area. The story we will be reading is “Bee and Me”, which is all about a little bee who gets trapped inside a little boy’s room. Find out how the boy helps the bee and learns all about a bee’s life. There will be […]
Get out in the parks and go fishing as a family. Learn about the basics of fishing as we try to catch some fish that live in Giertz Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. We will have corn available for bait or bring your own […]
