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SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260908T175117Z
CREATED:20260717T204449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T175117Z
UID:10015265-1790168400-1790175600@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Free-Range Homeschoolers
DESCRIPTION:For six weeks\, our 62 acres of streams\, meadows\, and woods will be our classroom! Kids aged 4-11 enjoy open-ended outdoor play and learn alongside Earthplace naturalists. \nMixed-age groups allow children to benefit from one another during the program. Younger children further develop essential cognitive and motor skills by learning from older children. Older children learn empathy and nurturing towards younger kids. \nChildren should come prepared to spend the entire program outside\, rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEAGECOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall Session 1Wednesdays9/9\, 9/16\, 9/23\, 9/30\, 10/7\, 10/141-3pmAges 4-11Members: $270\nNon-Members: $300REGISTER\n\n\n	Fall Session 2Wednesdays10/21\, 10/28\, 11/4\, 11/11\, 11/18\, 11/251-3pmAges 4-11Members: $270\nNon-Members: $300REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nThis program can be prorated in advance for planned absences.\nGet a 10% discount when registering siblings!\nApply the code HSSIBLING at checkout. \nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/free-range-homeschoolers-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Homeschool,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T205541Z
CREATED:20260710T152442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T205541Z
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SUMMARY:Lil' Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5-7. Our Lil’ Naturalists will enjoy open-ended outdoor play\, exploring Earthplace’s 62-acre wildlife sanctuary with a professional naturalist. Together\, they’ll explore multiple habitats and learn about the animals and plants that live there. Children should come prepared to spend the entire program outside\, rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 2026Wednesdays9/9\, 9/16\, 9/23\, 9/30\, 10/7\, 10/14\, 10/21\, 10/28\, 11/4\, 11/114-5pmAges 5-7Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/lil-naturalists-3/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006511-1790245800-1790246700@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004684-1790247600-1790249400@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260908T175417Z
CREATED:20260715T161542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T175417Z
UID:10015206-1790254800-1790258400@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Eco-Explorers
DESCRIPTION:This program invites you and your child (or children!) to experiment and explore with natural science and craft activities. You might use fall leaves in an art project\, take a trail walk to explore animal habitats\, or try out easy science experiments that demonstrate scientific principles. This is a hands-on “parent & me” program. Best of all: try out the first class before committing to the rest of the session! \n\n\n\n\n	TUESDAYSDATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 20269/10\, 9/17\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/151pm-2pmAges 4-11Members: $210\nNon-Members: $240REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/eco-explorers/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Featured Events & Programs,Homeschool,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T210347Z
CREATED:20260710T153419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T210347Z
UID:10015174-1790265600-1790269200@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Nature Art Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Club! Here at Earthplace\, we believe amazing things happen at the intersection of art and science. That’s why we are thrilled to have Nature Art Club for children ages 8-11. This program encourages artistic creativity across a variety of media to explore themes of climate justice\, phenology\, biology\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 2026Thursdays\n9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/124-5pmAges 8-11Members: $325\nNon-Members: $375REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nThe capacity is limited to 8 students. Please register carefully\, as we are unable to issue refunds. \nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/nature-art-club-4/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T212534Z
CREATED:20260717T195957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T212534Z
UID:10015229-1790265600-1790269200@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Care Crew (Thu)
DESCRIPTION:Ages 12-17.\nAnimal Care Crew offers a fun and supportive environment inside Animal Hall. \nWork side by side with our technicians in hands-on training to gain animal care skills and explore the Earthplace grounds. \nWeekly activities include animal care\, Animal Hall Garden maintenance\, and some light work on the Earthplace private preserve—cultivating habitat for our wild animals! \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Tuesdays\n9/8\, 9/15\, 9/22\, 9/29\, 10/6\, 10/13\, 10/20\, 10/27\, 11/10\, 11/174-5pmAges 12-17Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER (Fall Tue)\n\n\n	Thursdays\n9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/124-5pmAges 12-17Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER (Fall Thu)\n\n\n\n\nCapacity: 8 students. \nPlease register carefully; all registrations are final. Program can be prorated in advance for planned absences. \nMembers: $300\nNon-Members: $350
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-care-crew-thu-3/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Care Crew,Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006512-1790332200-1790333100@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004685-1790334000-1790335800@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T182126Z
CREATED:20260715T162405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T182126Z
UID:10015212-1790352000-1790355600@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Adventures Club
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-10. Discover more about the animals at the nature center and our native wildlife. Learn about their needs and how they navigate their daily lives through hands-on activities\, such as caring for our animals\, creating enrichment\, or exploring natural environments outdoors. If you love animals and want to learn how you can help them\, this is a great place to get started! \n\n\n\n\n	TUESDAYSDATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 2026Fridays9/11\, 9/18\, 9/25\, 10/2\, 10/9\, 10/16\, 10/23\, 10/30\, 11/64pm-5pmAges 6-10Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350Register
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-adventures-club/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T211708Z
CREATED:20260720T194305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T211708Z
UID:10015291-1790352000-1790355600@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Junior Staff
DESCRIPTION:Ages 12-17. The Junior Staff program has been a beloved Earthplace tradition—one that has inspired generations of young naturalists to discover and care for the natural world. \nBuilding on this proud legacy\, today’s Junior Staff program dives into nature alongside our expert Naturalists. We will learn to identify plants and wildlife\, explore our sanctuary’s ecosystems\, and take part in real environmental stewardship projects. \nParticipants will get their hands dirty as they put their new knowledge to use in our gardens and trails. Some hours can count towards volunteer service requirements. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 2026Fridays: 9/11\, 9/18\, 9/25\, 10/2\, 10/9\, 10/16\, 10/23\, 10/30\, 11/6\nSaturday: 11/7Fridays\, 4-5pm\nSaturday\, 10am-12pmAges 12-17Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nPlease register carefully; all registrations are final. Program can be prorated in advance for planned absences. \nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/junior-staff-2/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006513-1790418600-1790419500@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004686-1790420400-1790422200@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260901T151229Z
CREATED:20260730T184658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T151229Z
UID:10015393-1790424000-1790425800@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Draw an Animal Friend
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, 12-12:30 pm. \nChannel your inner artist as we draw a resident animal friend from Animal Hall. Get inspiration by viewing their characteristics up close and observing the animal’s natural movements. Drawings can be abstract\, realistic\, or whatever kind of artwork you’re motivated to make. Learn more about the animal from our naturalist as you draw\, color\, and create! \nAdmission is free for members and included with general admission. This weekly drop-in program is open to all ages. Registration is not required.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/draw-an-animal-friend-2/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Family Programs,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004687-1790506800-1790508600@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T133000
DTSTAMP:20260730T162155Z
CREATED:20260730T162155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T162155Z
UID:10015379-1790510400-1790515800@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Nature Theater: A Harvest Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Earthplace and Who Are We Kiddin? bring back: ‘A Harvest Homecoming!’ Join us in our shaded amphitheater for this funny play about how different animals prepare for winter. What does the monarch butterfly do when cold winds blow? Where does the big brown bat go? Wear your walking shoes for an educational stroll with the actors through our woodland sanctuary after the show! \nCost:\nChild 0-3: Free\nChild 4-17: $10\nAdult 18+: $20 \nHalf of all proceeds benefit Earthplace. \n\n\n\n\n	DATETIMETITLECOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Sun\, Sep 2712-1:30pmA Harvest HomecomingChild 0-3: Free\nChild 4-17: $10\nAdult 18+: $20REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/nature-theater-a-harvest-homecoming-2/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Featured Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006515-1790591400-1790592300@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004688-1790593200-1790595000@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006516-1790677800-1790678700@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004689-1790679600-1790681400@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T203928Z
CREATED:20260710T160109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T203928Z
UID:10015190-1790697600-1790701200@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Birding Mini-Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling all budding bird enthusiasts! Grab your binoculars and learn the ins and outs of birdwatching\, from listening for bird songs to spotting our feathered friends in the forest. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 2026Tuesdays9/29\, 10/6\, 10/134-5pmAges 8-11Members: $90\nNon-Members: $105REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/birding-mini-club/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T212522Z
CREATED:20260717T200236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T212522Z
UID:10015250-1790697600-1790701200@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Care Crew (Tue)
DESCRIPTION:Ages 12-17.\nAnimal Care Crew offers a fun and supportive environment inside Animal Hall. \nWork side by side with our technicians in hands-on training to gain animal care skills and explore the Earthplace grounds. \nWeekly activities include animal care\, Animal Hall Garden maintenance\, and some light work on the Earthplace private preserve—cultivating habitat for our wild animals! \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Tuesdays\n9/8\, 9/15\, 9/22\, 9/29\, 10/6\, 10/13\, 10/20\, 10/27\, 11/10\, 11/174-5pmAges 12-17Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER (Fall Tue)\n\n\n	Thursdays\n9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/124-5pmAges 12-17Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER (Fall Thu)\n\n\n\n\nCapacity: 8 students. \nPlease register carefully; all registrations are final. Program can be prorated in advance for planned absences. \nMembers: $300\nNon-Members: $350
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-care-crew-tue-3/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Care Crew,Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006517-1790764200-1790765100@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004690-1790766000-1790767800@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260908T175117Z
CREATED:20260717T204449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T175117Z
UID:10015266-1790773200-1790780400@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Free-Range Homeschoolers
DESCRIPTION:For six weeks\, our 62 acres of streams\, meadows\, and woods will be our classroom! Kids aged 4-11 enjoy open-ended outdoor play and learn alongside Earthplace naturalists. \nMixed-age groups allow children to benefit from one another during the program. Younger children further develop essential cognitive and motor skills by learning from older children. Older children learn empathy and nurturing towards younger kids. \nChildren should come prepared to spend the entire program outside\, rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEAGECOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall Session 1Wednesdays9/9\, 9/16\, 9/23\, 9/30\, 10/7\, 10/141-3pmAges 4-11Members: $270\nNon-Members: $300REGISTER\n\n\n	Fall Session 2Wednesdays10/21\, 10/28\, 11/4\, 11/11\, 11/18\, 11/251-3pmAges 4-11Members: $270\nNon-Members: $300REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nThis program can be prorated in advance for planned absences.\nGet a 10% discount when registering siblings!\nApply the code HSSIBLING at checkout. \nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/free-range-homeschoolers-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Homeschool,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T205541Z
CREATED:20260710T152442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T205541Z
UID:10015157-1790784000-1790787600@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Lil' Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5-7. Our Lil’ Naturalists will enjoy open-ended outdoor play\, exploring Earthplace’s 62-acre wildlife sanctuary with a professional naturalist. Together\, they’ll explore multiple habitats and learn about the animals and plants that live there. Children should come prepared to spend the entire program outside\, rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\n	DATESTIMEGRADESCOSTREGISTRATION LINK\n\n\n	Fall 2026Wednesdays9/9\, 9/16\, 9/23\, 9/30\, 10/7\, 10/14\, 10/21\, 10/28\, 11/4\, 11/114-5pmAges 5-7Members: $300\nNon-Members: $350REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Ask Veronica Swain\, Director of Nature Education & Conservation.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/lil-naturalists-3/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-Off,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T104500
DTSTAMP:20260728T210239Z
CREATED:20260105T184226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210239Z
UID:10006518-1790850600-1790851500@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Story & Animal Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday through Saturday\, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. \nFor children age 5 and under.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/story-and-animal-program-2024-05-06-2-2024-09-01-2/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T210249Z
CREATED:20260630T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T210249Z
UID:10004691-1790852400-1790854200@earthplace.org
SUMMARY:Animal Hall Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, 11am – 11:30am. \nJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild\, their behaviors\, how we care for them\, and fun facts. There is also a question-and-answer session. \nFREE for members\, price of admission for non-members.
URL:https://earthplace.org/event/animal-feeding-2/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Earthplace\, 10 Woodside Lane\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In,Ongoing Events
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