All the living things around you are small parts of a large community. The study of the relationships in these communities is known as ecology. Join Hancock Park District for this program and learn about different ecosystems, such as forests and deserts, and about the balance of food chains in nature. Meet at Shelter 3. […]
Learn how plants grow by creating a grass head planter. First, a story about how plants grow will be read by Hancock Park District. Afterward, create a goofy face on a plastic cup using googly eyes, construction paper, markers, yarn, and other crafting materials, plant grass in a cup, and learn how to take care […]
Make your yard benefit the environment and the whole food web. Presentation and workshop on planning and planting a native plants garden based on Doug Tallamys books, The Living Landscape and The Nature of Oaks. Participants can bring pictures or a drawing of their proposed garden for help about how to create their layout. Presented […]
As a part of CommunityREAD, students will have an out-of-this-world experiences as they explore the solar system and beyond. They will discover how stars are born, learn facts about the objects in our solar system, model the moon's phases and explore how objects orbit each other in the Imagination Station's inflatable planetarium. Get ready to […]
The Lady Bug Loop Trail is a perfect place for the leprechaun to hide his pot of gold. There are rocks and logs for him to hide the gold coins […]
Come visit the UF Newhard Planetarium to learn about what to expect and look for during a solar eclipse. You will get to see a solar eclipse, learn safety tips for viewing, and other neat stuff to get you ready for April 8! Free to attend, however registration is required. Register here! The Newhard Planetarium […]
Spring has arrived and it is time to get back on the trails. Join Hancock Park District for this hike as we wave goodbye to winter and say hello to […]
Visit the University of Findlay's Newhard Planetarium! Explore the size of space and the scale of the universe. Free to attend, however registration is required. Register here! The Newhard Planetarium is located in Brewer/Frost Science Hall near the Cory Street Mall.
On April 8, Hancock County will be in the path of a total solar eclipse. Join Hancock Park District and learn about this once-in-a-lifetime astronomical event for our area including […]
Do you know what everyday items you use were created from the Space Program? Jim Jaffe, retired attorney and university professor facilitates discussion based on current events. Registration required to […]
