Saturday Fun, a series of special events for children and their grown-ups, is happening throughout the summer. The programs take place under two white tents on the East Beach, near the Nature Center. No charge beyond the usual parking fees.
Keep an eye on this space for additions to the schedule.
June 25 at 2: “Storytime by the Sea.” Join us for a read-aloud of nature-themed picture books.
July 2 from 3:30 to 5: “The Zoomobile Experience. ” A caravan of live animal ambassadors from Beardsley Zoo rolls into town. Zoo educator Jim Knox instills an interest in science, as well as a sense of respect for nature, and promises an awe-inspiring afternoon.
July 9 from 2 to 4: “Shake, Shake, Shake.” Get ready to drum, dance, and shake a tail feather when drum circle leader Randy Brody arrives with a whole lotta percussion instruments for everyone to play.
July 16 from 3:30 to 5: “Return of the Zoomobile.” Jim Knox and the traveling animals from Bridgeport’s Beardsley Zoo visit again. (See July 2.)
July 23 at 2: “Planting on the Beach.” School-garden advocate Annelise McCay helps children plant seeds in small flower pots made from recycled materials.
August 20 at 2: “Storytime by the Sea.” Join the Westport Library’s Kris Nash for a read-aloud of picture-book favorites.
Above, Planting on the Beach 2010
